Queensland pineapple growers warn $80 million industry could be wiped out by import proposal
Queensland pineapple farmers say a federal government plan to allow imports of foreign fruit could devastate their $80 million industry. Both outlets report the growers’ concerns about competition and potential loss of market share.
First reported 1 day ago · latest update 1 day agoAustralian pineapple growers have issued a stark warning regarding the future of their industry, estimating that the sector, valued at approximately $80 million, faces the threat of total collapse. Producers have highlighted significant challenges currently impacting the viability of pineapple farming, though specific details regarding the nature of these threats remain limited in current reports.
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Pineapple growers warn $80m industry could be wiped out
Queensland pineapple farmers say a federal government proposal to import foreign fruit could destroy their $80 million industry.
1 day agoPineapple growers warn $80m industry could be wiped out
Queensland pineapple farmers say a federal government proposal to import foreign fruit could destroy their $80 million industry.
1 day ago