Member Marketing Updates | Australian Banana Growers

Members Setting the Direction: ABGC Priorities 2026 –2030 Winners

ABGC’s advocacy priorities for the next five years are now being shaped, helping guide the organisation’s future focus across advocacy, member services, and key industry initiatives. This member-only survey will play an important role in informing those industry initiatives. Stay tuned for more on this! We’re also pleased to announce that…

Pasifika Celebration 2026

The Cassowary Coast Regional Council is currently preparing its annual community event, Pasifika Celebration 2026, and banana growers are invited to sponsor the event. Celebrate the vibrant cultures, traditions and communities of the Pacific Islands at this exciting family-friendly event. Pasifika Celebration 2026 will showcase live music, cultural performances,…

BMP Nutrient Management Workshop – June

Join the Banana BMP Team at DPI South Johnstone this June for a practical nutrient management workshop with agronomist Charissa Rixon from Trap Services.  This free session will focus on real, on-farm nutrient management – clear, practical and easy to apply. Learn how to improve crop nutrition and soil health…

The Australian Weekly Banana Report is Available for ABGC Members

ABGC members have access to the Banana Market Report Breakdown, providing valuable insights into market trends, pricing movements and industry activity to help support informed business decisions. These reports are designed to give members a clearer picture of what is happening across the central market and assist growers in planning ahead with confidence. We…

Addressing Skills Gaps – Regional Queensland Series

Accessing global talent: Employer seminars Between May and August this year, Migration Queensland will travel across regional Queensland to deliver a series of informative, targeted seminars for employers. These sessions are designed to demystify skilled migration and showcase the talent pipelines available to businesses seeking to help address skills gaps in…

Fire Ants: The risk is real, especially in NSW

Red Imported Fire Ants remain one of Australia’s most serious invasive pest threats, with the potential to impact farms, livestock, workers, machinery, the environment and regional communities. The current infestation footprint covers approximately 1,111,800 hectares across South East Queensland and parts of northern NSW. NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development advises there have been…

Possible El Niño: long-range forecasts matter for ABGC members

A quick summary is available from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) regarding the latest long-range climate forecasts to help keep growers informed and prepared in the months ahead. The BOM has recently highlighted the importance of relying on long-range forecasts, rather than focusing solely on headlines surrounding the possible development of an…