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Freshcare changes reflect issues raised by banana growers

ABGC members have been telling ABGC for some time that audit and compliance demands for various productive standards and regulations are getting harder to manage, particularly the cost, paperwork, duplication and sometimes inconsistent expectations between auditors. ABGC took those concerns directly to Freshcare through its national…

Bananas take centre stage at Parliament House

Close to 100 politicians, political staffers and advisors met Australian banana growers at Parliament House, putting biosecurity, regional communities and the future of our industry directly in front of federal decision makers. Delivered by the Australian Banana Grower’s Council (ABGC), the event brought together representatives from…

FROM THE FIELD: Concrete mats prove their worth in the tropics

When BMP Extension Officer, Stephanie Ruiz, first spotted concrete erosion mats at the Rotary FNQ Field Days in Mareeba, she saw something the banana industry hadn’t tried before, a product well-proven in civil construction, never tested on tropical banana farms. That observation sparked a trial documented across…

Opal is Supporting Growers Through Strong Biosecurity Practices

ABGC staff recently visited Opal’s Innisfail depot to see its truck wash facility in action and learn more about the practical steps Opal is taking to support effective TR4 management. Opal is an affiliate member of ABGC, supporting the broader industry thanks to their contribution. Opal…

Parliament goes bananas for an Aussie icon

Banana growers swapped the paddock for Parliament House today, celebrating the 100% Australian-grown icon with banana-lovers from all sides of politics. The banana industry contributes around $1.3billion to the Australian economy, with around 5 million ‘meals in a peel’ consumed in the country every day. Right…

Red tip bananas find market in Japan

The Far North Queensland family business behind the distinctive Red Tip Eco Banana is taking the point of difference into Japan, as Pacific Coast Eco Bananas builds its next major export opportunity.Founders Frank and Dianne Sciacca said the small red tip on the end of…

ROUND 3 open: On-farm connectivity program

A new round of the Australian Government’s On Farm Connectivity Program is now open, with $10 million available to help eligible primary producers purchase connected farm equipment and technology.The program provides rebates of between $1,000 and $20,000 (excluding GST) towards eligible purchases made through an…