David Ruiz, General Manager of Bananas at Rock Ridge Farming, pictured in the latest Australian Bananas magazine. Read more about the business, and David’s 26 years as part of it, here: page 12-14. 

In this edition

Peeling back the story on growth
Leading the No Imports charge
ABGC submission to QLD feral pig plan
Strengthen your farm’s biosecurity this winter
Free Nutrient Management Workshop – QLD
Share your thoughts on cosmetic downgrades 
PEQ services for banana plants 
Pasifika Celebration 2026 – Cassowary Coast
Drone pilot training funding
Farming innovation grants available 
Hort Connections – next week! 
Protect workers, protect industry