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New direction for employers of seasonal workers

The Queensland Government has introduced a new direction that commenced at 12:01 am on Tuesday 5, May 2020 relating to the agriculture sectors being able to access a seasonal workforce, while still meeting COVID-19 public health obligations. The main change is that Health Management Plans…

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Premier’s new COVID farm worker announcement

The Queensland Government is introducing new requirements for non-local farm workers, whereby employers and others will be required to submit a health management plan (Health Plan) to Qld Health. – A Health Plan will soon be developed and released when Qld Health releases its new…

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Weedy plantations risk to fight against Bunchy Top Virus

Banana growers who don’t keep their weeds under control are threatening the fight to stop the spread of Bunchy Top (BT) disease. David Peasley, project manager for the National Bunchy Top Project, is urging growers to clean up their plantations after 26 of the 180 plantations…

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Crop Protection: The challenges facing Australian horticulture

Banana growers have recently been invited to take part in reviews into the future use of agrichemicals. Consultant Kevin Brodnaruk answers a series of questions to help explain the current climate in the agrichemical industry. Kevin has more than 30 years’ experience in the areas…

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Growers’ e-bulletin – 29 April, 2020

No images? Click here 28 April, 2020 Content Guide for Banana Growers on COVID-19 National Banana Day (Friday) Marketing Update Guide for Banana Growers on COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic and the measures to contain it have potential to significantly impact your banana farm business. To…

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Growers move step closer to ending bypass uncertainty

By Lea Coghlan A group of banana growers in the Coffs Harbour region whose properties will be impacted by a planned bypass are a step closer to reaching a resolution after years of uncertainty. In April 2019, Australian Bananas Magazine reported on the plight of the growers, whose…

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2019 Australasian Plant Pathology Society (APPS) Awards

Lester Burgess Award (Diagnostic and Extension) Kathy Grice Ms Grice has enjoyed a long and distinguished career as a diagnostician, extension practitioner and researcher across a range of crops in tropical Queensland. Her most significant contribution has been to the banana industry. Kathy and her team were instrumental…