Author: Amy Spear

By Skye Orsmond, Senior Communications Officer “I’ve got three grandsons farming bananas.”John Horsford doesn’t hesitate when asked what makes him proud. The words come with a smile, but they also capture more than 60 years of hard work, resilience and family commitment. What began with…

Banana growers can now explore their industry’s investment priorities, current projects and future opportunities through a new digital tool launched by Hort Innovation.Hort Innovation has launched new Horticulture Investment Roadmaps and a digital Dashboard, designed to provide growers with a clearer view of the priorities…

Good for the environment Protects our land and waterways. Good for your business Prevents unnessary loss and fines. Good for community Maintains our social license to keep farming. Banana bunch covers are an essential crop protection tool used to maintain fruit quality and reduce pest…

The Far North Queensland family business behind the distinctive Red Tip Eco Banana is taking the point of difference into Japan, as Pacific Coast Eco Bananas builds its next major export opportunity.Founders Frank and Dianne Sciacca said the small red tip on the end of…

A new round of the Australian Government’s On Farm Connectivity Program is now open, with $10 million available to help eligible primary producers purchase connected farm equipment and technology.The program provides rebates of between $1,000 and $20,000 (excluding GST) towards eligible purchases made through an…