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60 Years of ABGC – The benefits of a strong industry peak body

As the national peak industry body for Australia’s commercial banana growers, the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) acts in the interests of commercial banana growers on a wide range of issues. The Australian banana industry has confronted some seemingly insurmountable challenges in its 60 year-history…

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Seasonal workers a lifeline for many banana businesses

But road to worker recruitment is still arduous By Sonia Campbell On-going pandemic-related worker shortages continue to put an enormous strain on most banana businesses. Many would argue that it has been one of the greatest challenges growers have ever had to face. For many, the Seasonal…

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Rock Ridge Farming Named Business of the Year

Tableland banana grower Rock Ridge Farming was crowned Business of the Year at the 2021 Mareeba Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards in October.Run by Peter and Chelley Howe and family, Rock Ridge Farming is a well-established banana and avocado enterprise which employs more than…

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Carnarvon banana growers take home major WA award

The Sweeter Banana Co-operative continues to celebrate after winning the People’s Choice Award for Product of the Year at the 2021 Western Australian Good Food Guide Awards.Presented by Buy West Eat Best, the inaugural award was a particular honour as it was voted on by West…

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Australian Bananas Magazine – December 2021

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Growers' e-Bulletin News & Media

Growers’ e-bulletin – 16 November, 2021

ContentNo change to existing PLS/SWP border arrangements Reminder of PLS/SWP info sessionsStudents seeking farm workChange to piece work provisionsAussie bananas hit world stage Outcomes from TR4 review – Part 2No changes to current PLS/SWP quarantine arrangementsThe Queensland Government’s Vaccine Plan outlines a range of measures that will affect both…

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Growers’ e-bulletin – 28 October, 2021

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…