Here’s what you can do if you’re a service provider who works on or around banana farms
Panama TR4 has changed the way banana farms in Far North Queensland operate. Many growers have implemented strict biosecurity entry and exit procedures to protect their farms and the industry from this serious disease.
If you visit a banana farm for work - like fixing a tractor, taking a soil sample, or some routine maintenance - it is important you follow the farmer’s biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of Panama TR4. Most importantly, never enter a banana farm without permission.
We have a range of resources available to help you prepare for your next farm visit:
Got a job to do on a banana farm.
If you have a job to do on or around a banana farm you can:
Learn how to 'come clean and leave clean' on a banana farm
Watch this video for an overview of Panama TR4 and what you can do to help minimise its spread when conducting your work
Read more about the disease and how to stop its spread, the guide includes a step by step details for cleaning vehicles and equipment for Panama TR4.
Learn about the importance of cleaning vehicles when you need to access a banana farm
Shed posters.
Put these in your tea room or other strategic places to remind your staff not to spread Panama TR4.
E-learning modules & toolbox talks.
It’s important that everyone within your business knows about Panama TR4 and what to do to minimise its spread.
Have your existing workforce conduct this e-learning module and document their completion. Incorporate it into new workforce inductions, and let growers know how your business is taking Panama TR4 seriously.
Incorporating Panama TR4 into your toolbox talks is also a great way to keep the risks top of mind for your workforce. Use this presentation within a meeting room or print factsheets from the Grower Kit.
