Tony Pattison marks 25 years with DAF

Principal Nematologist Tony Pattison has been recognised for 25 years of service to the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries. Highly regarded both nationally and internationally in the soil health discipline, Mr Pattison has pioneered a range of innovative technologies that have greatly assisted the quantification of microorganisms within soil that are able…

Double scoop!

Kennedy Valley banana grower Jeff Dickinson is no stranger to the winner’s circle when it comes to exhibiting prize winning fruit. But, walking away with top honours at both the Innisfail and Tully Shows this year was especially rewarding. Mr Dickinson took home the highest accolades at both banana exhibits,…

Feral pig fight gets finalist nod

Professional shooter Trevor Williamson, who has helped lead the Australian Banana Growers’ Council’s feral pig fight in the Tully Valley was named a finalist in the prestigious Cassowary Awards in June. Mr Williamson, who has been conducting a concentrated aerial shooting program in high risk TR4 zones, was nominated in the…