Stephen Lowe

Stephen has been growing bananas in the Tully Valley for over 30 years, navigating the many ups and downs that come with life on the land. However, the biggest challenge of his farming career came with the positive detection of Panama disease TR4 on his property—a devastating blow for any grower. Despite this, Stephen has shown resilience and determination, working closely with soil health experts to develop a tailored regime and approach that supports both plant and soil health. Through ongoing refinement and commitment to best practice, he has been able to continue producing high-quality bananas, demonstrating that innovation and adaptability remain key to farming in the face of adversity.