Author: Amy Spear

PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE:To maximise the collective value of Banana Industry’s Research, Development and Extension Investments funded through the Banana R&D levy.HOW has YOUR ROLE HAD IMPACT FOR GROWERS?My role will assist to:Lead and coordinate Research & Development (R&D) delivery for the Australian banana industry. Integrate…

PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE:Supporting grower practice change. HOW has YOUR ROLE HAD IMPACT FOR GROWERS? Supported growers to improve nutrient management and soil health knowledgeImproved industry understanding of ground cover managementFacilitated workshops and learning oppurtunities for growers YOUR BACKGROUND: Assisting growers to increase their knowledge and capacity to achieve…

PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE:Provides biosecurity project management services to support the control and management of Bunchy Top and Leaf Spot disease in New South Wales and QueenslandHOW has YOUR ROLE HAD IMPACT FOR GROWERS?Improved biosecurity preparednessContainment of serious banana pestsContinual improvement in project delivery YOUR BACKGROUND: Experienced…

PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE:To deliver the Banana Best Management Practice program.HOW has YOUR ROLE HAD IMPACT FOR GROWERS?Supported growers to adopt more sustainable farming practices.Managed the Banana Best Practice fund to co-invest with growers for improved water quality.Worked with government and other stakeholders to ensure…

PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE:To keep banana growers and industry stakeholders informed, connected, and up-to-date with the latest industry news, research, opportunities, and developments that impact their businesses.HOW has YOUR ROLE HAD IMPACT FOR GROWERS?My role helps connect growers with timely, relevant information and practical opportunities…

PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE:To detect Banana Bunchy Top and assist with the destruction of infected plants. HOW HAS YOUR ROLE HAD IMPACT FOR GROWERS?Being able to speak Punjabi, I have connected with Punjabi/Indian growers in Northern NSW) and share, educate and obtain their understanding of the…

PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE:To lead and participate in daily surveillance activities to detect TR4.HOW HAS YOUR ROLE HAD IMPACT FOR GROWERS?Disease detectionMinimising the risk of disease spread Providing an extra set of eyes over the farms to pick up potential problems earlier. YOUR BACKGROUND: I have worked in…