June, 2026 | Australian Banana Growers

Growers’ e-bulletin – 22 June, 2026

Image: The ABGC was part of the Pasifika Celebration in Innisfail over the weekend, recognising the valuable contribution the community makes to the banana industry and sharing important information. In this editionLatest imports newsABGC board meeting outcomesKey findings in banana sales to 19 AprilAPVMA updatesGreat turnout…

Expression of Interest

ExxoLift On‑Farm Trial Pilot (AS25201) Exoskeleton Trials for Safer and More Productive Horticulture Exxovantage®, in partnership with Hort Innovation Frontiers, is inviting growers to express their interest in joining a new on‑farm pilot project to trial ExxoLift™, a wearable assistive solution designed to reduce physical…

Inspiring the Next Generation of Banana Industry Talent

The Australian Banana Growers’ Council was recently invited to take part in a careers expo at Tully State High School, and it was a fantastic opportunity to put the banana industry front and centre for the next generation of Far North Queensland talent. Member Services Manager Kathryn Dryden said, “This…

Where Connections Grow: ABGC at Hort Connections 2026

Earlier this month, the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) attended Hort Connections in Adelaide. ABGC CEO, Leanne Erakovic, was joined by Chair, Leon Collins and Advocacy Manager, Kathryn Dryden. This annual event provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen relationships across the horticulture industry, connect with supply chain partners and Food Safety Standards organisations, and explore new service opportunities that…

Government Support Available for Fuel and Fertiliser

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is creating real cost pressures across Australian agriculture, particularly for fuel and fertiliser. The good news is that the Australian Government has introduced a range of support measures, and the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) wants to ensure you know what’s available…

Member Pulse Check: Inform Fuel, Fertiliser & Plastics Situation Updates

As global events continue to impact the cost and availability of fuel, fertiliser and plastics, ABGC is gathering regular grower feedback. This is to ensure our advocacy is informed by current on-farm realities and to help prioritise industry needs in discussions with Government. To support this, we are launching a Member…

Meet our board director – Gary Fattore

01. What is your role within the industry (e.g. grower, COO, banana category manager)? I work in supply chain as a Category Manager for Costa Farms, with a focus on connecting production, operations and market outcomes across the supply chain. 02. What is your background and how did you…