Category: News & Media

The fight against feral pigs is far from over in the Tully Valley, despite a targeted program eradicating more than 5000 of the pests. Feral pigs not only cause considerable environmental damage, but also pose a constant risk of spreading Panama tropical race 4. As at September 30, 5333 pigs…

There’s a new way for banana growers to share ideas, ask advice and catch up – all without leaving the farm. The Thirsty Banana is a private Facebook group just for growers, designed to function almost as an online pub. In the past you might have stopped by your neighbour’s place…

– Stephen Lowe Bushfire Appeal The recent destructive East Coast bushfires once again highlighted the pure devastation mother nature can inflict on farming families – and communities as a whole – and the sheer resilience often required for affected growers to get back on their feet. Fires on the Mid North Coast of New…

– Jim Pekin Since the 1990s, the banana industry has significantly improved practices and reduced the amount of nutrients leaving farms. The industry is rightly proud of this, with 92% of land under production now benchmarked against the BMP Guidelines. This has been achieved voluntarily and without regulation. Growers know better than anyone that environmental best practice makes…