Welcome to MAPS

MAPS is the main provider of sugarcane advice and extension for Mackay Sugar farmers. We work on most issues including: pests, diseases, weeds, varieties, nutrition, irrigation and harvesting.

Our mission is to enhance the profitability and sustainability of the sugar industry through innovative productivity programs and plant protection services.

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• Advise on culture of sugarcane and beneficial rotation crops.

• One on one advice and extension with growers on their farms.

• Supply of approved seed for planting material.

• Monitor weeds, pests and disease across the district.

• Identification of pest and disease agents.

• Provide measures to control weeds, pests and diseases.

• Assess harvester sugarloss and advise on options to improve efficiency.

• Conduct trials to help evaluate, develop and demonstrate the latest research findings.

• Run field days, shed meetings, seminars and bus trips to inform growers.

• Promote and support Smartcane BMP.

• Promote and support Reef Programs.

• Perform machinery inspections.