Upcoming Events

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, hear from guest speaker James Hillcoat, Farm Business Management Consultant from Pinion Advisory, who will provide an update on farm business benchmarking. This free of charge…

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 quality and implications for sowing As we head into sowing 2025, growers are considering how to maximise germination and establishment. With adverse growing conditions experienced…

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, hear from guest speaker James Hillcoat, Farm Business Management Consultant from Pinion Advisory, who will provide an update on farm business benchmarking. This free of charge…

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 basics” hands-on facilitated learning workshop focused on soil health and nutrient management. Designed for farmers, early career agricultural advisors or those just wanting to sharpen…

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 red meat industry. Speakers include: Deb Scammell, Talking Livestock - 'Containment feeding - The good, the bad and the ugly' Sally Martin, Sheep MetriX -…

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 you stay informed and prepared. Equip yourself with expert insights and industry forecasts to make informed decisions in 2025.

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  Strategic use of zinc phosphide for successful mouse control. Explore strategies for successful mouse control and factors that restrict efficacy of zinc phosphide. Steve and…

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 around owning vs contracting. Free registration GRDC Farm Business Update National Livestreams are topic specific, interactive, interview style discussions that address key farm business management…

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 South Australian farmers from full till to no-till. We look forward to catching up with you and other SANTFA members who have been integral to…

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 not only proficient in presenting complex information but also capable of engaging and inspiring their audiences. This initiative focuses on upskilling and training presenters through…

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…

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 transitioning your business, now is the time to start having the conversation.