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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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OUR SERVICES
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Advise on culture of sugarcane and beneficial rotation crops.
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One on one advice and extension with growers on their farms.
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Supply of approved seed for planting material.
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Monitor weeds, pests and disease across the district.
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Identification of pest and disease agents.
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Provide measures to control weeds, pests and diseases.
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Assess harvester sugarloss and advise on options to improve efficiency.
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Conduct trials to help evaluate, develop and demonstrate the latest research findings.
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Run field days, shed meetings, seminars and bus trips to inform growers.
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Promote and support Smartcane BMP.
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Promote and support Reef Programs.
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Perform machinery inspections.
MAPS DIRECTORS
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Paul Manning - Grower Chairman
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Lee Blackburn - Miller Vice Chairman
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Andrew Vassallo - Grower
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Brent Casey - Miller
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Anthony Bartolo - Grower
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Conor Jones - Miller
FIND US
ADDRESS
26135 PEAK DOWNS HWY
ALEXANDRA QLD 4740
POSTAL ADDRESS
PO BOX 117
MACKAY QLD 4740
PHONE
OPENING HOURS
MONDAY - FRIDAY
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
SATURDAY - SUNDAY
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