Author: ABGC
The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) is the national peak industry body representing the interests of Australia’s commercial banana growers.
We advance the interests of Australian banana growers through effective leadership and representation that ensures a strong industry future.
Growers’ e-bulletin – July 19, 2017
19 July, 2017 INDUSTRY UPDATE TR4 INFORMATION The ABGC Board has committed to providing regular updates via email to the industry throughout the current round of testing of suspect plant material found on a Tully farm last week. In terms of ongoing on-farm biosecurity management, the…
New Report – Planning for TR4
In May and June, the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) provided assistance to interested growers to prepare their Farm Biosecurity Management Plan. This week, pathologist, Shane Dullahide reported on that work. Shane assisted growers to develop individual plans tailored to the operations of their banana…
Growers’ e-Bulletin – June 2, 2017
No Images? Click here 2 June, 2017 ABGC board meeting The ABGC Board met in northern NSW last week. Highlights were the focus on TR4 management, banana marketing, reef regulations and a meeting with Tweed growers. TR4 Management Chair Stephen Lowe said the Board discussed ongoing biosecurity measures…
World leading scientists to share their insights at Congress
Australian banana growers will be privy to world class scientific research at this year’s industry Congress. World leading researchers, Dr Frederic Bakry (France) and Professor Randy Ploetz (US) will present their insights into the latest findings on disease management, specifically focussed on banana plant health…
Big names set to star at Banana Industry Congress
Big names set to star at Banana Industry Congress The Australian Banana Industry Congress (ABIC) is shaping up to be a great excuse for banana growers to get off farm and join other growers and industry representatives for a well-earned celebration of the achievements of…