CEO Member Update | Australian Banana Growers

From the Banana Farm to the Open Water: How Outrigger Canoeing is Building Community Through the PALM Scheme

When Far North Queensland grower and ABGC member Matt Abbott isn’t tending to his organic banana farm, you’ll likely find him on the water, paddle in hand, competing in some of Australia’s most iconic outrigger canoeing events. The organic banana business is a family partnership operated by Matt and his brother Ben, alongside their wives Naomi and Kate, with…

Regulator Eyes on Far North Queensland: What ABGC Members Need to Know

The Queensland Labour Hire Licensing Compliance Unit (LHLCU) has been active in Far North Queensland, conducting field visits across the region as part of its ongoing efforts to enforce the Labour Hire Licensing Act 2017. What the Field Visits Mean LHLCU recently conducted follow-up field visits…

Right to Repair: Have Your Say

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Inspiring the Next Generation of Banana Industry Talent

The Australian Banana Growers’ Council was recently invited to take part in a careers expo at Tully State High School, and it was a fantastic opportunity to put the banana industry front and centre for the next generation of Far North Queensland talent. Member Services Manager Kathryn Dryden said, “This…

Where Connections Grow: ABGC at Hort Connections 2026

Earlier this month, the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) attended Hort Connections in Adelaide. ABGC CEO, Leanne Erakovic, was joined by Chair, Leon Collins and Advocacy Manager, Kathryn Dryden. This annual event provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen relationships across the horticulture industry, connect with supply chain partners and Food Safety Standards organisations, and explore new service opportunities that…

Government Support Available for Fuel and Fertiliser

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is creating real cost pressures across Australian agriculture, particularly for fuel and fertiliser. The good news is that the Australian Government has introduced a range of support measures, and the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) wants to ensure you know what’s available…

Member Pulse Check: Inform Fuel, Fertiliser & Plastics Situation Updates

As global events continue to impact the cost and availability of fuel, fertiliser and plastics, ABGC is gathering regular grower feedback. This is to ensure our advocacy is informed by current on-farm realities and to help prioritise industry needs in discussions with Government. To support this, we are launching a Member…