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Growers’ e-bulletin – 17 March 2026

In this edition ABGC Board meeting updatesTR4: 11th detection in Tully Valley Members: share insights on fuel & fertiliserSoil workshops in FNQ this weekAre you the next banana R&D Manager?Imports fight continuesGrower Support (Biosecurity) team updateGive feedback on feral pig planNew video: Banana aphids in focusEvents,…

Shed Poster: Exotic and endemic pests of concern

Download a copy You’re welcome to download your own copy at any time. Should you need a different size, please feel free to reach out to [email protected]. PDF (A3) PDF (A3) Request a printed copy The Australian Banana Growers’ Council is pleased to offer all…

Banana industry imports update

DAFF confirms timing for technical visit The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s technical visit to the Philippines has now been confirmed for late March 2026. This is still subject to change pending any unforeseen circumstances. The technical visit was initially scheduled for late 2025, but…

Banana growers invited to Soil Health Workshops in March 2026

The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) is inviting growers across Far North Queensland to take part in a series of practical soil health workshops this March, delivered by well-known regenerative agriculture specialist Simon Mattsson, from Soil, Land and Food. Sessions will be held on the 18 & 19 of March 2026 at the South…

Banana industry mobilises as import risk assessment continues

Australia’s banana growers are putting their money where their mouth is in 2026, signing up to make voluntary contributions to the Banana Imports Fighting Fund (BIFF) as the industry continues its biosecurity battle. The Federal Government is currently conducting an import risk assessment following a…

Growers e-bulletin – 13 February 2026

In this editionBanana Imports Fighting Fund – what contributions are fundingTenth TR4 detection in Tully ValleyBMP Nutrient Management WorkshopsBanana Fund Strategic Investment Plan: What do you want your levies invested in? Swimming start to the year for Australian BananasGrowers talk audits at Members’ webinarNFF Horticulture Council welcomes review of…

Growers’ e-bulletin – 19 January 2026

In this edition BIFF makes cents – just divide by 2Members-only webinar to demystify auditsDive into the Banana Swim PassVale Senator Ron BoswellProtect workers, protect industryHelping your team separate rubbishExtreme weather resources Click here to read