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Email SkyeBanana Imports Process Update
Diseases that could devastate the $1.3 billion Australian banana industry were present on every farm visited in the Philippines as part of an imports-related technical trip earlier this year.
Final round of Banana Best Practice Fund sees strong grower participation
The final round of the Banana Best Practice Fund has officially closed, with high demand and strong grower participation underscoring the industry’s commitment to protecting the Reef and improving on-farm sustainability.
Delivering for consumers despite rising costs
Australian banana growers continue to supply a consistent, affordable source of fresh fruit for households nationwide, despite unrelenting cost pressures at the farm gate.
Banana growers absorbing $1.5 million a week as freight costs surge
Australian banana growers are being forced to absorb an additional $1.5 million in freight costs every week.
Banana growers invited to Soil Health Workshops in March 2026
The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) is inviting growers across Far North Queensland to take part in a series of practical soil health workshops this March, delivered by well-known regenerative agriculture specialist Simon
Banana industry mobilises as import risk assessment continues
Australian banana growers are putting their money where their mouth is in 2026.
National Agriculture Day
National Agriculture Day offers a chance for all Australians to stand with the land.
Australia celebrates National Banana Day
Shining a spotlight on one of the nation’s most-loved fruits – and one of its quiet economic powerhouses.