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6-8 August 2025
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RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast
For a love of the land –
Meet Landline host Pip Courtney
We’re excited to welcome Landline legend Pip Courtney on board as our Congress host this year!
Don’t miss her inspiring presence on stage at the Australian Banana Industry Congress 2025.
Key dates
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Early bird registration open
November 2024
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Abstract submission open
27 January 2025
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Abstract submission close
Closed11 May 2025 27 April 2025
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Early bird registration close
30 April 2025
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Early bird registration close
Closed14 May 2025 30 April 2025
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Standard registration open
15 May 2025
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Abstract acceptance notification
2 June 2025
About Congress 2025
Welcome to the Australia Banana Industry Congress! Held biennially, Congress offers a unique opportunity for all those involved in growing and supplying the nation’s most beloved fruit to come together, network, and exchange ideas. It serves as a vital platform for staying on top of the latest advancements in technology, innovation, and essential research and development shaping the industry.
Join us at Congress to connect with peers, gain insights into cutting-edge technology, and delve into the forefront of research and development. It’s where the industry converges to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and shape its future.
It’s been 30 years since the first event was held, right here on the Gold Coast back in 1995! We’re proud of, and draw on, our collective history. But Banana Congress 2025 is an event for the diverse and dynamic growers of today. Are you ready to be part of it?
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Congress venue
This years Congress will be held at RACV Royal Pines Resort, in the heart of Queensland’s Gold Coast, midway between the beaches of Surfers Paradise and the rainforests of the hinterland. Only an hour from Brisbane Airport and just 25 minutes from Gold Coast Airport, the resort can cater for the largest of events.
Congress program
We know there are many things people know and love about Congress. The Banana Ball and Awards of Honour will return, and our much-loved Women’s Luncheon will also be part of the program. Building on the success of previous years, the Science Symposium will be held the day prior to Congress. This is a huge drawcard for researchers, as well as science-minded growers and industry stakeholders.
Partnership & Exhibition
Banana Congress is a way for you to throw your support behind the industry we’re all so passionate about. It’s a tangible way of backing growers and showing that you see a bright future for Australia’s favourite fruit. Partnership and exhibition opportunities are now open.
Support the congress by becoming a partner. Partnership & Exhibition Prospectus now available.
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About the Congress
The Australian banana industry’s premier event is coming to Cairns in 2023.
A chance for all those involved in producing the nation’s favourite fruit to network, share ideas and hear first-hand about cutting edge technology and R&D.
Held every two years, Congress is a unique chance for all those involved in producing the nation’s most-loved fruit to network, share ideas and be brought up-to-date with latest cutting edge technology, innovation and essential research and developments affecting industry.
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6-8 August 2025
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RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast
