Banana freckle disease has re-emerged in the Northern Territory, sparking fears the outbreak could threaten the banana industry.
This is the first time the fungal disease, which leaves a spotty, sandpaper texture on the fruit, has emerged since 2019.
So far, 17 properties have identified the disease, 16 of which are in the Batchelor and Rum Jungle areas around 95km south of Darwin, and in one other remote property.
The previous banana freckle outbreak in 2013 was officially eradicated by 2019, however the latest infections have the banana industry worried.
Provisions are in place to stop…
