Autumn and Winter have been really tough and the outlook for Spring and Summer are uncertain.The SA Drought Hub, in conjunction with Turner Agri and Talking Livestock, will be hosting a series of workshops to support farmers in preparing their businesses to respond to the coming season. Workshop includes: Making difficult decisions around selling, retaining…

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is inviting grain producers to come and chat with their local grower Directors at a series of ‘Coffee Catch-Ups’ across South Australia from June to October.

The focus for this event is Young Professionals in Ag & NRM and we have a fantastic line up to bring members and non-members along to an enjoyable networking event. James Hillcoat (Pinion Advisory) 2024 AIA-SA Jim McColl Young Consultant award recipient Tayla Blight (Pinion Advisory) and 2024 LambEx Coles Junior Trailblazer winner Bobbie Lewis-Baida…

Join us for a one-day forum bringing together leading farmers, advisors, and researchers from across Australia to discuss the latest in on-farm people management. Hosted by AgInnovate, this event will feature discussions on global agricultural workforce trends, recruitment, management and farm safety. Forum topics include: Global agricultural and on-farm workforce trends Attracting and recruiting on-farm labour Managing on-farm labour: generational preferences Farm safety tips and celebrations Case studies from…

The Hart Spring Twilight Walk is another informal opportunity to inspect the trial site, this time just before harvest, with guest speakers presenting their observations on current trials.  They are on hand to answer your questions, and will also share their knowledge on all the latest cropping systems and agronomic updates. The Spring Twilight Walk…

Details Join us for an exciting AgriTech Meetup in collaboration with Plants for Space and Powered by growAG, where we explore the future of plant design and bioresource production through the lens of space exploration. Keynote talks from: Prof Matthew Gilliham, Director ARC Centre of Excellence in Plants for Space Pieter van Schalwyk, CEO of XMPro Company Attendees will also can tour the…

District Council Loxton Waikerie is hosting an event for Mental Health Month in October. They are excited to have Marc Ryan, also known as The Beautiful Bogan, performing and discussing mental health. Marc has extensive experience in this field and brings a unique perspective with his lived experience. His show is specifically designed to help…

Anlaby invites you to celebrate Australia's finest wool and the women shaping the industry, with a showcase of leading fashion labels featuring pure wool designs.  

Meet other advisors involved in advising on lucerne seed, upskill your knowledge, hear the latest research in lucerne and small seed management.

Grain Producers SA (GPSA), in partnership with Fat Farmers, is hosting a series of community barbecues across South Australia to provide local farmers and community members with a chance to connect, share a bite to eat, and if needed, chat with support services in an informal setting. South Australian grain producers are facing incredibly challenging times…

Grain Producers SA (GPSA), in partnership with Fat Farmers, is hosting a series of community barbecues across South Australia to provide local farmers and community members with a chance to connect, share a bite to eat, and if needed, chat with support services in an informal setting. South Australian grain producers are facing incredibly challenging times…

Grain Producers SA (GPSA), in partnership with Fat Farmers, is hosting a series of community barbecues across South Australia to provide local farmers and community members with a chance to connect, share a bite to eat, and if needed, chat with support services in an informal setting. South Australian grain producers are facing incredibly challenging times…

Workshop delivered by Felicity Turner, Turner Agri & Deb Scammell, Talking Livestock and will include: Making difficult decisions around selling, retaining and/or feeding sheep or cattle Developing sheep and cattle feed budgets and understanding trigger points Developing a water budget (if applicable) Developing feed rations and the use of containment feeding for sheep and cattle…

You’re invited to attend FAR Australia’s Crop Technology Centre annual field day SA located in Millicent where you will have the opportunity to view a range of innovate grains research trials, reinforcing the adage that ‘seeing is believing’

Details are currently being confirmed for a visit to BIGG’s new multi-species perennial pastures trial site at Marananga and the Pasture Trial Networks ryegrass variety trials at Gomersal. More details to come shortly.

Grain Producers SA (GPSA), in partnership with Fat Farmers, is hosting a series of community barbecues across South Australia to provide local farmers and community members with a chance to connect, share a bite to eat, and if needed, chat with support services in an informal setting. South Australian grain producers are facing incredibly challenging times…

These online workshops will introduce emerging industry producers to using the Business Model Canvas (BMC) to analyse and plan business development. The BMC supports farmers to focus on marketplace strategy, production efficiency and managing money. Participants leave with a useable ‘plan on a page’ for their business. Previous emerging industry BMC participants have described what…

Come and join us where we will be presenting information and training on utilising ePacks in conjunction with WoolClip your online clip information website and app. Also join in the afternoon session for a closer look at the AWEX Code of Practice, Q and A and important updates. When: Saturday the 26th October starting at 10…

Despite being age-old business models, share farming and leasing agreements continue to evolve to suit shifting seasonal fortunes and farm business situations. Join the conversation about the key variables and other factors to be considered in modern share farming and lease agreements.

Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? The Northern and Yorke Landscape Board is hosting a series of free workshops to unlock the potential of carbon farming. We’ll provide the latest local information on this new buzz term and explain emissions reduction What you’ll learn: What…

Is there a financial return – not just an environmental benefit – for farmers from building biodiversity? Emerging and existing opportunities to boost farm business bottom lines by improving biodiversity will be explained in an upcoming Landcare Agriculture webinar. This free webinar on Biodiversity in Agriculture: Maximising Opportunities for Your Business, on 6 November, 2024, at 1pm…

This online session is an opportunity to learn about weed control techniques and strategies to reduce their impacts in native bushland. As an existing or aspiring Heritage Agreement owner, the Native Vegetation Heritage Agreement (NVHA) Grants Program is excited to be offering a training program providing the opportunity to learn about conserving natural vegetation on…

Join us for the annual Livestock Industry Dinner at the Adelaide Pavilion where red meat and wool producers, as well as industry stakeholders, will come together to engage over the year that's been and what challenges and opportunities lie ahead. Guest speaker Mick Crowley has over 14 years of experience within MLA, holding several senior…

Come along for a great meal, catch up with mates, hear about what MFMG has been up to, and learn from guest speaker Todd Price, Sustainability Field Manager - SA, VIC & TAS, Nutrien Ag Solutions on 'Why you should care about carbon'. NOTE: you must be logged into your account to view the event…

These online workshops will introduce emerging industry producers to using the Business Model Canvas (BMC) to analyse and plan business development. The BMC supports farmers to focus on marketplace strategy, production efficiency and managing money. Participants leave with a useable ‘plan on a page’ for their business. Previous emerging industry BMC participants have described what…

Join guest presenter Tony Hudson who will outline the practical steps to assessing the seasonal returns and planning forward for another production cycle and the expenses that will need to be met. Including an outline of the available levers that can be pulled to release cashflow and up to date information about accessing bank or third…

Australian Women in Agriculture invests in women to influence the agriculture agenda. At our national conference in September we were astounded by the response to our Women on Ag Boards sessions. AWiA shares the ambition of having more women appointed to agricultural boards and is keen to support the Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry to this end. The first in a…

A workshop to provide women with a safe non-threatening setting to learn new skills to protect their families and livelihoods. Workshop topics include; preparing yourself emotionally, understanding the new bushfire danger ratings and warnings, deciding when to "leave early" or "stay and defend", preparing a Bushfire Survival Plan, identifying hazards around the home, bushfire behaviour…

Join us for a fun half-day workshop, incorporating team building and professional development, designed to elevate teamwork within your farm business. Whether you’re the farm owner, manager, employee or part of a family-run operation, this session is tailored to foster stronger relationships and more efficient collaboration. In this workshop, you’ll also gain practical techniques for:…

Join us for a fun half-day workshop, incorporating team building and professional development, designed to elevate teamwork within your farm business. Whether you’re the farm owner, manager, employee or part…

This online session is an opportunity to learn about native grasses and how to identify species. As an existing or aspiring Heritage Agreement owner, the Native Vegetation Heritage Agreement (NVHA)…

Join us for a fun half-day workshop, incorporating team building and professional development, designed to elevate teamwork within your farm business. Whether you’re the farm owner, manager, employee or part…

Guest Speaker: Alex McGorman, Owner & Manager at Thornby Registration is essential for catering purposes

Grain Producers SA (GPSA), in partnership with Fat Farmers, is hosting a series of community barbecues across South Australia to provide local farmers and community members with a chance to connect,…

Are you a farmer between 18-35? Join us at these free events! Join Ed & Michael from Field Systems to discuss: What can we learn from 2024 and setting up…

Grain Producers SA (GPSA), in partnership with Fat Farmers, is hosting a series of community barbecues across South Australia to provide local farmers and community members with a chance to connect,…

Share your agri-business experience and help identify the key climate risks and concerns for the Hills and Fleurieu region. Let us know what information you need as a land manager…

Young farmers from anywhere in SA are welcome to join us! Golf Clubs (if needed), cart, snacks, lunch and soft drinks supplied. Partners & kids welcome! Places limited Transport can…

Share your agri-business experience and help identify the key climate risks and concerns for the Hills and Fleurieu region. Let us know what information you need as a land manager…

Share your agri-business experience and help identify the key climate risks and concerns for the Hills and Fleurieu region. Let us know what information you need as a land manager…

SAVE THE DATE The GRDC Grains Research Update events are for agronomists, consultants, researchers and growers to see and discuss the latest in research and to network with their peers…

The South Australian grain industry is a major economic driver of the State’s economy, contributing billions of dollars each year to Gross State Product and employing tens of thousands of…

Come along to hear about the latest research results from AIR EP projects and what it means for the 2025 growing season. What’s our current soil water status? Is it…

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The workshop includes accreditation for delivering PREDICTA® B – the DNA-based soil testing service which enables growers to identify the soilborne pathogens posing greatest risk to their farm, along with PREDICTA® rNod…

Lucerne Australia is partnering with Livestock SA and the SA Drought Hub to provide a community breakfast open to all growers, join us for breakfast or for the day.  

Growers, advisers, industry representatives and researchers are invited to the 2025 Acid Soils workshop, which will explore the State based progress and strategies for the best practice management of surface…

Local Beyond the Paddock BBQ organised by Parawa Ag Bureau to support local farmers come together and support each other in the midst of tough season. BBQ provided, please bring…

Are you looking to optimise soil fertility and make informed nutrient decisions that boost your crop and pastures? Join us for a 'back to basics' hands-on facilitated learning workshop focussed…

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is hosting best practice spray workshops across South Australia's cropping regions to enhance education and promote best practice. The workshops boast an expert line-up of speakers,…

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is hosting best practice spray workshops across South Australia's cropping regions to enhance education and promote best practice. The workshops boast an expert line-up of speakers,…

Join us for a one-day workshop designed to equip women connected to farming (in both key and support roles), with practical tools and strategies needed to navigate tough seasons. This…

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is hosting best practice spray workshops across South Australia's cropping regions to enhance education and promote best practice. The workshops boast an expert line-up of speakers,…

Join Tim Prance, T Prance Rural Consulting, and Hannah Griffiths, SA Drought Hub for a mix of technical information, a paddock walk to develop your practical skills, and a facilitated…

Precision Ag: How can I make it work for me as a producer? Topics include: Introduction to Precision Ag Precision ag applications and its impacts to your profitablility Data Layers…

Join GrainGrowers for this upcoming Grain Marketing and Risk Management workshops. GrainGrowers has commissioned the experts at Lachstock to deliver a curriculum based on grower feedback, designed to build on…

Join us for an informal BBQ at the Brukunga Hall—a chance to relax, chat, and catch up with mates and neighbours. No formal presentations, just good company and a cook-up…

Dear fellow residents of Spalding & Booborowie We are excited to announce that the town of Spalding & Booborowie will be coming together for a fun-filled day of cricket, community…

_SOUTHSTART is Australia's community offsite for founders, investors, and those who champion and create change. Designed to help you pause, connect, and embrace serendipity in a world that never stops.…

You are invited to attend this GRDC National Grower Network Forum to contribute your ideas, issues, constraints and opportunities for RD&E investments to enhance grower profitability. Also, hear from guest…

You are invited to attend this GRDC National Grower Network Forum to contribute your ideas, issues, constraints and opportunities for RD&E investments to enhance grower profitability in your local region. Also,…

Registration for the livestream event is free. The recording will be uploaded to the GRDC website, past events page to view at a later date. Kelly Angel, Birchip Cropping Group  Seed…

You are invited to attend the 2025 GRDC National Grower Network Forum at Owen to contribute your ideas, issues, constraints and opportunities for local RD&E investments to enhance grower profitability. Also,…

Speakers include: Bron Stedall - 'Good to great team work' Stefan Schmitt - AMEX control in lentils update'

Are you looking to optimise soil fertility and make informed nutrient decisions that boost your crop and pastures? Join Dr. Mel Fraser and Felicity Turner for a free “back to…

AWI Woolgrowers Dinner Ram of the Year Judging Fashion Parade by Iris & Wool Stud Merino & Trade Displays

Are you a beef, sheep or goat producer? Head along to Naracoorte's MLA MeatUp Forum to learn something new, stay up-to-date with the latest on-farm research and technologies, and meet others working in the…

Join MLA for an exclusive look at what’s ahead for the sheep industry! We’ll cover flock trends, slaughter forecasts, production shifts, carcase weights, and key global market movements to help…

Registration for the livestream event is free. The recording will be uploaded to the GRDC website, past events page to view at a later date. Steve Henry, CSIRO and Ben White, Research Engineer …

Is truck ownership a good fit for your grain growing business? James considers associated costs and benefits of truck ownership for the whole business as we work through the numbers…

SANTFA welcomes you to join us to celebrate the end of an era. With the adoption of conservation farming practices, SANTFA has met its objectives in converting over 90% of…

GDRC recognise that effective communication is crucial for sharing research findings, driving innovation, and influencing industry practices. By investing in the professional development of speakers, we ensure that they are…

Come along to free workshops hosted by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board to unlock the potential of carbon farming. We’ll provide the latest local information on this new buzz…

Succession is one of the greatest challenges associated with running a family business. Every family business needs to start planning for their future leadership. Whatever your planning horizon is to…

Come along to free workshops hosted by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board to unlock the potential of carbon farming. We’ll provide the latest local information on this new buzz…

Registration for the livestream event is free. The recording will be uploaded to the GRDC website, past events page to view at a later date. Are you a good labour…

Join Cam Nicolson, Nicon Rural Services, Jane Gaussen, the Livestock Vet and Hannah Griffiths, SA Drought Hub for a day designed to guide you through common dry season challenges. From…

Come along to free workshops hosted by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board to unlock the potential of carbon farming. We’ll provide the latest local information on this new buzz…

The SPAA Precision Ag Expo, held annually in a key SA growing region, has delivered quality education and innovation in precision agriculture education to South Australian producers for over 20…

Registration for the livestream event is free. The recording will be uploaded to the GRDC website, past events page to view at a later date. Performance reviews – how to…

Come along to free workshops hosted by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board to unlock the potential of carbon farming. We’ll provide the latest local information on this new buzz…

Tony Catt of Catapult Wealth kicks off the conversations you need to have, but don’t know how to start. The workshop will cover: Succession planning Off farm wealth creation Estate…

Come along to free workshops hosted by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board to unlock the potential of carbon farming. We’ll provide the latest local information on this new buzz term and explain emissions reduction and how to calculate your carbon footprint. Join us for both sessions, or just one! Beginner’s Guide to Carbon Farming…

Tony Catt of Catapult Wealth kicks off the conversations you need to have, but don’t know how to start. The workshop will cover: Succession planning Off farm wealth creation Estate planning Wills, power of attorney, life insurance The session includes a casual pizza dinner @6pm. The full cost of this workshop is $500 per person…

Join us as Jeff McDonald, from RLS Agribusiness, takes you through financial and company decision making, to help you successfully take your business into the future. The workshop will cover: Goal setting and strategic planning Business structures Decision making processes – farm boards Farm policies Risk management Finding the right support / advisor The cost…

Enhance your understanding and confidence in grain marketing in South Australia. The workshop will cover a range of topics from establishing a basic grain marketing understanding to the discussing the impact that global events have on local prices. Different marketing styles will be explored and the skills to set realistic grain targets and consistently achieve…

In the next session of the Managing Your Farm Business series, Tony Catt of Catapult Wealth  kicks off the conversations you need to have, but don’t know how to start. The workshop will cover: Succession planning Off farm wealth creation Estate planning Wills, power of attorney, life insurance This workshop forms part of a 3 part series…

Agenda: Guest Speaker - Matt Dalgleish, Episode 3 Bridie Ward, ALEC Livestock SA Update Registrations are required for catering purposes as dinner is included. Please note this event is free for Livestock SA members. Stakeholders and industry professionals will be charged $30 to attend.