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How Nourish Banana Co Creates a Home Away From Home for PALM Workers
For many Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme workers, arriving in Australia means leaving behind family, friends and familiar surroundings in pursuit of new opportunities. At Nourish Banana Co, creating a welcoming environment and a sense of belonging is just as important as producing quality bananas. The…
Meet our board director – Andrew Serra
01. What is your role within the industry (e.g. grower, COO, banana category manager)? I am a fourth-generation banana farmer based in Atherton, Tablelands. Currently within the business, our operation is approximately 85 hectares of cavendish bananas and is continuing to expand. 02. What is your background and how did you come to join the ABGC board? I joined the…
NFF Update: Industry Welcomes Funding to Empower Fresh Produce Suppliers
As a grower in the banana industry, do you want to find out how the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct can protect you? The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed new Federal Government funding that will help fruit, vegetable and mushroom suppliers better understand and enforce their rights under the…
ABGC Member Exclusive Import Update
Following the release of the Issues Paper in June, Australian Banana Growers’ Council members were offered an exclusive opportunity to meet with Banana Imports Committee Chair Paul Inderbitzin. Paul (standing, third from left) provided an update on the No Imports campaign, outlined the BIRA process and took…
Tax reform progress delivers wins for small business and agriculture
As members of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) highlights these important tax reform updates to ensure our members are aware of developments that may benefit their businesses. Tax Reform Update Last week, the Tax Reform No. 1 Bill 2026 passed the Senate with support from the Greens, enacting the Government’s…
Pasifika Celebration 2026 a success!
Pasifika Celebration 2026 was a vibrant celebration of culture, community and connection. The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) was pleased to host a stall at the event, providing an opportunity to engage with attendees and strengthen connections across the Pacific community. ABGC Advocacy Manager, Kathryn Drydenspent time at the celebration, connecting…