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Author: Amy Spear

Soil Testing Helping Hill60 Plantation Improve Crop Health 
BMP News News & Media
21 May 2026

Soil Testing Helping Hill60 Plantation Improve Crop Health 

Understanding what’s happening in the soil is helping Navpreet and Gursharan from Hill60 Plantation at El Arish grow stronger, healthier banana crops. After planting a new block, the growers began noticing signs that something wasn’t right. Leaves were yellowing, necrosis was appearing on the edges and plant growth across the…
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The role of the Australian Banana Growers' Council (ABGC)
Banana Feature News & Media
12 May 2026

The role of the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC)

Bunch pest management - top tips Industry funded action on crop protection What it takes to bring a new chemical to market When it comes to bringing a new chemical to market, ABGC plays an important role in advocating for the banana industry. However, there…
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What does it take to bring a new chemical to market?
Banana Feature News & Media
12 May 2026

What does it take to bring a new chemical to market?

This story is part of a feature on crop protection in the latest edition of Australian Bananas magazine. Read more via the links below.  1 A novel product needs to be identified that has the potential to be efficacious and safe for use on bananas.…
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Bunch pest management: top tips and timely reminders
Banana Feature News & Media
12 May 2026

Bunch pest management: top tips and timely reminders

The role of the ABGC in new chemicals Industry funded action on crop protection What it takes to bring a new chemical to market Bagging practices can influence bunch pest control. Image credit: QLD DPI Testing changes on a small scale is crucial for understanding…
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Industry-funded action on crop protection
Banana Feature News & Media
12 May 2026

Industry-funded action on crop protection

This story is part of a feature on crop protection in the latest Australian Bananas magazine. Click to read the other stories.  Bunch pest management - top tips The role of the ABGC in new chemicals What it takes to bring a new chemical to…
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Growers' e-bulletin - 30 April, 2026
Growers' e-Bulletin News & Media
30 April 2026

Growers’ e-bulletin – 30 April, 2026

In this editionRaising industry concerns on fuel, fert & moreMaking bodies sing at Sydney Easter ShowTake a look at the robotic dehander prototypePests and diseases shed poster Strong participation in final BMP roundDrone fine sparks reminder to operatorsConsultation on safety of quad bikesTackling fruit fungal issuesEvents,…
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Tackling fruit fungal issues – challenges and insights 
Banana Feature News & Media
24 April 2026

Tackling fruit fungal issues – challenges and insights 

What makes fruit fungal diseases thrive? Warm temperatures, high humidity, wet conditions and poor air circulation are the perfect recipe for fruit fungal diseases like fruit speckle, sooty blotch, and sooty mould. These conditions make managing these diseases particularly challenging at this time of year.  Managing fruit…
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