ARM Hub has partnered with North Queensland Banana Farmers and Hort Innovation to adopt more continuous improvement and automation technology, and deliver the Banana Industry Strategic Investment Plan.
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Tough enough! Bonfiglioli powers Howe Farming bagging machines
Queensland is synonymous with healthy, delicious tasting fresh produce thanks to its unique climate, high altitude and rich volcanic soil. This is where family-owned business, Howe Farming was born.
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Northern Territory declared banana freckle free
Queensland banana growers have avoided a serious biosecurity risk with the Northern Territory today officially declared banana freckle free.
The successful eradication follows a five year joint effort
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Panama disease found on third Qld banana farm
Biosecurity Queensland has confirmed the presence of Panama tropical race 4 on a third Tully Valley farm.
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New banana could save thousands of children
Researchers from QUT have developed a golden-orange fleshed banana, rich in pro-vitamin A which could save the lives of thousands of children who die each year from a deficiency of the vitamin.
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With the familiar Cavendish banana in danger, can science help it survive?
The banana is the world’s most popular fruit crop, with over 100 million metric tons produced annually in over 130 tropical
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Banana crate trials prove sweet success for growers
Recent trials by CHEP Australia in the use of reusable plastic crates as an alternative to cardboard cartons for the banana industry have returned positive results for growers and other members of the supply chain.
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