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Meet the banana industry’s Supply Chain Engagement Manager

ABGC has contracted the services of Andrew Burns as the Hort Innovation-funded, Banana Supply Chain Engagement Manager to deliver the following. Andrew will report directly to the CEO.The objective of the Supply Chain Engagement project (BA22504) is to develop and organize activities involving key supply…

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‘Unbreakable Success’: Unique opportunity for FNQ growers

Topcatz founders Trevor Farmer and Juliane Cowan are delivering their renowned two-day ‘Unbreakable Success Matrix’ in Cairns on 2-3 November, 2022. Banana growers are invited to attend the unique program which helps build businesses, train leaders and create a great workplace culture. The program promises to…

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Growers’ e-bulletin – 13 September, 2022

ContentLast chance for feedback on TR4 Code of PracticeABGC appointments and job availabilityTime to get the grass growing Ag outcomes from the Jobs and Skills SummitRecognising exceptional rural womenFair Farms National Conference & Awards Last chance to have your say on TR4 Code of PracticeTime is running…

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New CEO appointed

The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Leanne Erakovic as its new Chief Executive Officer, following the retirement of Jim Pekin. Leanne’s appointment follows a lengthy and thorough selection process, managed by a specialist recruitment firm. She has been…

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NSW weather update – 2 September, 2022

Rain is expected to develop from today as a rain band moves over northern NSW. A low is expected to form off the NSW north coast on Saturday, bringing increased wet and windy conditions to the northern half of the coast. At the moment, it…

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Members’ e-bulletin – 30 August, 2022

Dear ABGC members,As you may have seen in our recent e-bulletin, the ABGC board agreed to put forward a submission to the upcoming Jobs and Skills Summit regarding the ongoing issue of worker shortages in regional areas.The submission was sent to representatives including Bob Katter,…

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Growers’ e-bulletin – 26 August, 2022

ContentABCG Board meeting outcomesShare your thoughts on TR4 Code of PracticeMarket stats available to growersLa Niña alert declaredAustralian Bananas magazineTropAg early bird registrationsABGC Board meeting outcomesABGC Directors and senior staff met for their quarterly Board meeting at South Johnstone last week (Aug 18-19). It was…