Amy Spear | Australian Banana Growers

Banana retail and purchasing results

The latest retail and purchasing results for bananas are now live on Hort IQ, covering data up to September 6, 2026.Key Findings: Bananas remain one of the most frequently purchased fruits in Aussie households, with strong household reach and average annual purchases of around 21.5kg per…

Sharing bits and suckers? It’s not worth the risk.

Moving bits and suckers between farms is an easy way to spread banana pests and diseases, putting your farm and the wider industry at risk.Not all pests and diseases are easy to spot, so even planting material that looks healthy could pose a serious biosecurity…

Senate Estimates raises fresh questions over banana imports

Serious questions about the potential importation of bananas from the Philippines were raised at Senate Estimates on Tuesday, with concerns spanning biosecurity risks, food security and the potential cost of an incursion. LNP Senator for Queensland Susan McDonald questioned Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry representatives…

Invitation to Banana Congress 2027

Hello there 👋There’ll be a lot of familiar faces opening this email, but if I haven’t yet met you – it’s great to be in touch. I’m thrilled, and a little nervous, to introduce myself as the new Chair of the Australian Banana Industry Congress. Why…

Finding more value from your crop

You put a lot into what you grow. How can more of it add value to your farm?End Food Waste Australia is working with Hort Innovation on a project to help growers improve farming profitability and reduce food losses.They’re looking for farmers and growers to…

ABGC AGM set for November

The 2026 Australian Banana Growers’ Council AGM will be held in Tully next month (November 2026). Members are invited to attend in-person or online. For details and links to key documents, visit the Members’ Portal or email [email protected] [Members Only]: View the detail

Banana Roadshow webinar for subtropical growers

Register now! Banana Roadshow webinar for subtropical banana growers and industry stakeholders – register your interest!Join us for a 45-minute webinar showcasing the latest banana research and development presented at the recently completed FNQ Banana Roadshow Series.Ensuring the presentations are relevant and practical for the…