A serious disease of banana plants is here in Far North Queensland.
It could have a huge impact on our banana industry.
We all need to work together to protect our banana farms and our communities.
What can you do?
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There is no cure ... only prevention
Panama disease tropical race 4 (Panama TR4) is spread in contaminated soil and water and infected banana planting material. Effective biosecurity measures are the only way to contain this disease.
Learn more about Panama TR4 - watch this short video
What we’re all doing to #PanamaTR4protect
Growers are putting in biosecurity measures
Government is working closely with industry to control and contain the disease
Banana farm workers are following farm rules
Service providers are getting Panama TR4 aware and putting in processes as to not spread the disease and
Community are making sure they don’t enter banana farms without permission.
Use the hashtag and show how you’re getting ready to #panamatr4protect
