Upcoming Events

The GRDC Farm Business Update events drive innovation and adoption of improved farm business management practices across the grains industry.

This workshop will be facilitated by Tony Craddock and Emily Chambers from Pinion Advisory. Morning tea and lunch provided.

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 two-day program promises to deliver a range of informative speakers, and the acclaimed 'Bus Tour' which is always a highlight of the conference. Plenty of networking opportunities will also be available including the Welcome Drinks, Conference Breakfasts and Conference Dinner. Don't miss this chance to come together with colleagues.  

The Hart Winter Walk is an informal guided walk around the trial site; your first opportunity to inspect the site post seeding, 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.

Innovation Generation is a conference for ages 18 – 35 that brings together the brightest and best speakers with real-world experience. The next generation of growers can only harvest in the future what we plant today. This year's Innovation Generation program explores the theme SOWING FOR TOMORROW and looks at what’s in the ground now,…

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 about how to apply new and relevant information to the latest farming systems.

The 2024 Trials Review Breakfast will be a chance to recieve first-hand the variety trial results from the Lucerne Australia Trial Site. It will also include speakers from across the industry focusing on staffing and business resilience. We look forward to welcoming you.

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 about how to apply new and relevant information to the latest farming systems.

John Fargher will share how he has made changes to the management and land use of his property to improve agricultural productivity and biodiversity together. He will discuss the lessons he has learnt along the way that will help you plan and manage your land use and identify where revegetation might add value - along…

WeedSmart Week brings together a wealth of knowledge and experience from local and interstate growers, agronomists, and technology experts – putting the spotlight on herbicide resistance and weed control. WeedSmart Week is coming to Port Lincoln, South Australia. From July 29th to July 30th, 2024, join us for an engaging event designed to empower growers and advisors…

The workshop will cover: What are the stories behind the numbers Taxable income vs profit Benchmarking and KPI’s Investments and CAPEX decision making *If you purchased a Full Program discounted ticket, your enrolment has automatically transferred to this event. You do not need to complete the process again. This workshop forms part of a 6…

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.

LambEx is back! The last time the event was held was in 2018 and your favourite sheep and lamb showcase is coming back with a bang. LambEx is the pinnacle in Australian sheep and lamb – a biennial event that attracts over 1200+ attendees from Australia and across the globe. LambEx is a proud showcase…

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 about how to apply new and relevant information to the latest farming systems.

Join us and network with 100-150 national and international delegates in a meeting representing all sectors of the Australian barley industry –agronomists, chemists, maltsters and brewers, research scientists, plant breeders, technical and marketing personnel, grain traders and barley growers. The symposium theme is ‘Harvesting the potential of barley’, with sustainability threaded through the program to…

The National Centre for Farmer Health is hosting a symposium in the national capital, to bring attention to the health, wellbeing, and safety of farmers, farming families and the agricultural workforce. The symposium will emphasise the importance of stakeholder collaboration—including industry bodies, regulators, workplaces, researchers, government and policy makers. Our goal is to bring together…

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 about how to apply new and relevant information to the latest farming systems.

Calling all growers and agronomists to join Nick Poole from FAR Australia for an engaging workshop hosted by the Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN), dedicated to addressing the pressing issue of fungicide resistance in our region. Gain valuable insights and participate in discussions on the latest management practices shaping the future of the Australian…

Sheep eID requirements with Anne Collins Tips for auto-drafting by a trait Demonstration of sheep eID equipment by Tristan, Datamars Seeding trial walk Beyond Goyder’s Line UNFS Improving joining outcomes Melatonin/ADE trial, Adelaide Uni Predator control, Tom Finlay

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 *If you purchased a Full Program discounted ticket, your enrolment has automatically transferred to this event. You do not need to complete the process again. This workshop forms…

The Australasian Precision Agriculture Symposium is an annual event hosted by the Society of Precision Agriculture Australia in collaboration with the University of Sydney's Precision Ag Laboratory. This year's event takes us to Dubbo NSW, where delegates can expect a diverse and exciting program with the latest R&D, farmer case studies, networking activities, sundowner and dinner,…

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Come join us for a pub meal, share your ideas for research investment, hear about GRDC projects in your region, and hear from awesome speakers! The Grower Network Forum is designed for GRDC to hear directly from you about the local grain production challenges and opportunities for research development and extension. You will hear about…

Join MSF, Peter Baird and Penny Roberts for a tour examining the effects of sowing time, sowing depth and coleoptile length on wheat performance at Anabranch South, plus see how pulse crops are performing this year, and discuss ways of setting up for success with dry seeding.

MSF will follow on from workshops conducted in February where we will head out to the paddock to inspect participant's focus paddocks and observe trial strip variables over different soil zones. While observing trial strips in the paddock with Sean Mason, from Agronomy Solutions we will discuss crop nutrition requirements and more. The session: Visiting…

Join MSF on a crop walk examining: Effects of deep ripping on barley establishment and performance this year (Carwarp Rd site) Impact of sowing depth and coleoptile length on wheat establishment and pre-em herbicide safety (south end of the intersection of Karween S Rd and Gray Rd) Speakers include Peter Baird, Chris McDonough and Penny…

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Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Come along to a free workshop 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. What you’ll learn:…

Come and check out the Future Drought Fund Pastures project small plot trial near Darke Peak – the University of Adelaide/SARDI team will be over doing some plant counts, so come along and check out how some of the new (or new to the area) plant species are going this season on a sandy, slightly…

Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Come along to a free workshop 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. What you’ll learn:…

Farmers’ voices are increasingly being drowned out by activists who want to shut down Aussie farms. Whether it’s banning live sheep exports, water buybacks, new taxes and red tape, or destroying productive agricultural land – these policies which hurt farming communities are being driven by people who don’t understand or value what we do. On…

Join MSF as we look over the Grain Legume hub site over two sites with varying soil types exploring different trials from Herbicide-tolerant pulse crops Chickpea production Field Pea Varieties Chickpea novel traits, seeding rates and fungicide Nutrition x Deep Ripping in pulses across multiple soil types Then look at opportunities for early sown pulses…

Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Come along to a free workshop 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. What you’ll learn:…

Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Come along to a free workshop 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. What you’ll learn:…

🔹 Guest Speaker: Alex McGorman, Owner/Manager at Thornby 🔹 Updates on LMRIA Levees from Birgitte Sorensen & Brendan Cowie, DEW 🔹 Update from Dr Elise Spark, Chief Veterinary Officer 🔹 Livestock SA Update

Join us for a BBQ breakfast before delving into optimising soil amelioration, ensuring return on investment. This session will focus on maximizing the efficiency and profitability of your soil amelioration efforts, by exploring various tactics and their cost implications in terms of power, fuel, and labor. Our speakers Michael Moodie from Frontier Farming Systems and…

Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Come along to a free workshop 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. What you’ll learn:…

Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Come along to a free workshop 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. What you’ll learn:…

Are you curious about how carbon farming can revolutionise your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Come along to a free workshop 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. What you’ll learn:…

Join the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape board for a free workshop which will demonstrate the process to make bio fertilisers to support plant and soil health. Presented by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, you'll learn about the process of making 3 different types of biofertilisers. Bio fertilisers are an effective and affordable way to boost…

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FAR Australia invites you to attend our Yarrawonga Field Day where we will showcase a range of GRDC investments in wheat, barley and grain legumes. FAR Australia presenters include Tom…

Grain growers are invited to participate in one of a series of 2024 GRDC Harvester Workshops to be held in the lead-up to harvest 2024. Hear from industry experts and…

Grain growers are invited to participate in one of a series of 2024 GRDC Harvester Workshops to be held in the lead-up to harvest 2024. Hear from industry experts and…

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Grain growers are invited to participate in one of a series of 2024 GRDC Harvester Workshops to be held in the lead-up to harvest 2024. Hear from industry experts and…

The workshop will cover: Succession planning Off farm wealth creation Estate planning Wills, power of attorney, life insurance *If you purchased a Full Program discounted ticket, your enrolment has automatically…

This year AWiA celebrates 30 years of impact! This gathering is not merely an event; it's a convergence of diverse voices, experiences, and expertise within the agricultural sector. With attendees spanning the…

Join WoTL for an interactive crop tour with updates for the 2024 cropping season led by Agronomist, George Pedler. - Understand current agronomic issues in the Cummins District- Build confidence…

The workshops boast an expert line-up of speakers, including renowned weed expert Professor Chris Preston, experienced drift management consultant Bill Gordon, GRDC Manager of Chemical Regulation Gordon Cumming, Chair of…

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…

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The workshops boast an expert line-up of speakers, including renowned weed expert Professor Chris Preston, experienced drift management consultant Bill Gordon, GRDC Manager of Chemical Regulation Gordon Cumming, Chair of…

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…

How can we use tech & innovation to strengthen agriculture and the environment? Find out a the Flinders Uni public talk on Rural Resilience.

Grab a feed, drink some beer and catch up with mates. ​This travelling roadshow moves from town-to-town in country South Australia, bringing men together and starting vital conversations. Too often…

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…