Author: Amy Spear

Figure 1: Right, external symptoms of TR4 in an infected Cavendish plant. Note the leaf yellowing and leaf death. Left, internal symptoms caused by TR4. Note the reddish brown discoloration of water – conducting tissues. Figure 2: Cavendish varieties showing resistance to TR4. From left, ratoon plants of CJ19, GCTCV…

A golden location to celebrate the nation’s favourite golden fruit  After almost two years of planning, the Australian Banana Industry Congress was successfully held in May, marking three days of celebrations, knowledge-sharing, inspiration and more. View galleries – including social snaps – from the 2019…

[abgc_video url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23oa-P1w1Tw”] The Australian Banana Packing Championship was back after a year’s hiatus, putting professionals and willing backpackers to the test. Amy Spear was at the Innisfail Showgrounds to check out the action. For many growers and farm workers, packing box-upon-box of quality bananas is…

Top-notch fruit and plenty of grower support were the hallmarks of this year’s banana exhibit at the Innisfail Show, 11-12 July. Most Outstanding Exhibit and Most Successful Exhibition on Aggregate Points went to JR & V Dickinson. “I’m really happy with the support that growers…

Unfavourable weather and growing conditions did not greatly affect the quality of entries in this year’s Tully Banana Exhibit, according to its seasoned judges. Entry numbers were down slightly on previous years, however long-time judge Dennis Lindsay said the same could not be said for…

The Banana Exhibit at the 2019 Coffs Harbour Show was once again a great success, thanks to those who gave up time to man the stalls and the many growers who entered fruit. The coveted Banana Cup was won by mother and son farming duo…

With Australian Bananas kicking off its latest marketing campaign this month, Hort Innovation reports on the marketing successes that closed the 2018/19 financial year. ABOVE THE LINE ACTIVITY Television TV plays a key role in driving mass awareness of campaign communications, ensuring key messages for…