Category: Growers’ e-Bulletin

ContentLabour force issuesTR4 scientific reviewPlastic recycling solution in NQManaging organic matterBetterBunch experiencing tech glitch Workforce Advocacy continuesThe ABGC has advocated for the extension of 408 Visas to recognise the essential labour services visa holders provide to not only horticulture, but also in other sectors. We have asked…

21 October, 2021 Content New PLS/SWP Info SessionsReminder PLS/SWP changes over XmasQLD border restrictions   New dates for PLS/SWP information sessions New dates have been set for two recently postponed information sessions in North Queensland organised to update industry on the Pacific Labour Scheme (PLS)…

ContentNew Ag VisaABGC AGMAg Chem UpdateNew Australian Agriculture Worker Visa (Ag Visa)New Ag Visa regulations – designed to give growers greater access to skilled, semi-skilled and low-skilled workers – will be tested over a phased approach.The first phase will see a small cohort of workers…

September 17, 2021ContentBanana field walks onlineReforms to SWP/PLSBunchy Top control zone changesFNQ banana waste projectGrants for women in ag  Banana field walks now onlineGrowers now have access to two new banana research updates, delivered as part a recent field walk at the South Johnstone Research Station…

September 14, 2021Changes within the Bunchy Top Control ZoneThe New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) has announced changes designed to reduce red tape around banana plants in the Bunchy Top Control Zone that will come into effect on October 1. While moving planting material within…

$75,000 TC Niran grants now availableBanana growers affected by Tropical Cyclone Niran in March can now access grants of up to $75,000.The grants are available to cover the costs of hiring or purchasing equipment/materials, clean-up, removal of debris, replacing fencing and other costs related to…