CANEGROWERS Mackay Chairman Joseph Borg said it is pleasing news that the halfway mark for the 2025 crush has now been crossed in both Mackay and Plane Creek Milling areas.
“We have crossed the 50 per cent mark and moving towards 60%. We are not where we would like to be, but we are certainly in a better place than this time last year, and that’s a positive!” Mr Borg said.
“Factory performance has improved on last year, but logistical issues including transport and communications have caused delays in both our milling areas this year. Growers waiting for bins has been a persistent issue.
“Hopefully we will see performance improvements there and be able to remove the remainder of the crop in a timely manner.” Read more