Author: Amy Spear
Media Release from the Queensland University of Technology
QUT-developed GM Cavendish offers safety net to world banana industry A QUT-developed genetically modified (GM) variety of Cavendish banana designed to help save the world’s Cavendish banana production has been submitted for regulatory approval to the Australian Government.Read QCAV-4 Frequently Asked Questions hereThe QCAV-4 banana is the first…
In-store banana merchandising and education program
(BA22505 – Banana In Store Merchandising Program FY23 and BA22005 – Banana Quality and In Store Education Program FY23)Beginning this month (May 2023), an in-store banana education and merchandising program will take place over 18 weeks in 1000 Coles and Woolworths stores.The key objectives are…
Banana industry body names new Chair
Far North Queensland grower Leon Collins will lead the Australian Banana Growers’ Council as Chair, taking over from Stephen Lowe as of 24 April 2023. Mr Lowe had been Chair since December 2016 and will remain on the Council’s executive as Deputy Chair.Mr Lowe steered the…
Australian Bananas Magazine – Issue 67
BIG LAUGHS, BRIGHT IDEAS ISSUE 67 | APRIL
CEO Update – 6 April, 2023
Hello,In the short time I’ve been ABGC CEO I have heard loud and clear from growers that for the first time in generations they are questioning how to remain profitable in the face of rising costs. I am proud to be fighting for Australian growers to…
Growers e-bulletin – 1 March, 2023
1 March, 2023 ContentABGC Board Meeting outcomes(including TR4 Transition and Supply Chain Engagement update)Applications open for Best Practice FundNew video showcasing Bunchy Top tips & tools21/22 Horticulture Statistics Handbook now availableTR4 Board MeetingNew Psychosocial Hazards Code of PracticeFarm resilience and BOM weather toolsFarmer wellbeing survey Banana Congress supporters ABGC Board…