Upcoming Events

The National Farmers’ Federation National Conference is the pre-eminent event for Australia’s farm sector – bringing farm leaders, agribusiness and government together in our nation’s capital. This year’s theme is ‘Australia to the World’ as we look at Australia’s role in feeding the world, our trading relationships, and our global leadership in sustainability and innovation.

The National Farmers’ Federation National Conference is the pre-eminent event for Australia’s farm sector – bringing farm leaders, agribusiness and government together in our nation’s capital. This year’s theme is ‘Australia to the World’ as we look at Australia’s role in feeding the world, our trading relationships, and our global leadership in sustainability and innovation.

Topics Nutrient considerations in grazing systems - Felicity Turner, Turner Agriservices Other constraint considerations and soil sampling - Dr Melissa Fraser, Soil Function Consulting Soil result interpretation and decision making - Felicity Turner, Turner Agriservices, and Dr Mel Fraser, Soil Function Consulting   Farm Visit Soil pit inspection - ID and discuss constraints and options…

This is an initial theory workshop which will be followed by three full-day coaching sessions over the next six months. Cost to producers is $220 per business which includes a 30% discount provided by MLA and support from Department of Primary Industries and Regions South Australia.

The Australasia-Pacific Extension Network (APEN) is proud to announce its next conference will be held in Launceston, Tasmania from Tuesday 14 to Thursday 16 November 2023. This is the premier international event for rural and community advisory practitioners, researchers, policy makers, academics and others involved in extension and education. APEN 2023 provides you with an…

This practical interactive online workshop series has been developed for those: • in farm businesses that currently employ • who will be employing in the future • who have family members who are working within their farm business. These workshops will update knowledge and provide reassurance that you are doing the right thing with your…

The GRDC Grains Research Update events are for agronomists, consultants, researchers and growers to hear and discuss the latest in research with their peers, about application of new and relevant information to local farming systems.

Livestock producers, agribusiness and industry supporters are invited to join together to connect and learn on the current evolving livestock industry. Program features include:  

Applications are now open for AWI Breeding Leadership. Please see link below for more information on how to apply. Applications close 18/10/23.

Riskwi$e, Long Coleoptile, Herbicide Resistance, strip amelioration, strip & disc system, and local trial results. Speakers and topics include: Peter Hayman | SARDI The Risk vs Reward of time of…

Riskwi$e, Long Coleoptile, Herbicide Resistance, strip amelioration, strip & disc system, and local trial results. Speakers and topics include: Peter Hayman | SARDI The Risk vs Reward of time of…

Speakers and topics include: Sean  Mason | Agronomy Solutions Findings from 2023 farmer strip trials Starkey & Starick Peter Treloar | Precision Ag Troubleshooting the tech Chris McDonough | Insight…

Riskwi$e, Long Coleoptile, Herbicide Resistance, strip amelioration, strip & disc system, and local trial results. Speakers and topics include: Peter Hayman | SARDI The Risk vs Reward of time of…

Riskwi$e, Long Coleoptile, Herbicide Resistance, strip amelioration, strip & disc system, and local trial results. Speakers and topics include: Peter Hayman | SARDI The Risk vs Reward of time of…

Early time of sowing in pulses  |  Dylan Bruce, SARDI GRDC funded Spiny Emex control in lentils  |  Navneet Aggarwal, SARDI FDF funded remediation of saline land  |  Stefan Schmitt,…

Speakers and topics include: Sean  Mason | Agronomy Solutions Findings from 2023 farmer strip trials Starkey & Starick Peter Treloar | Precision Ag Troubleshooting the tech Chris McDonough | Insight…

Speakers and topics include: Sean  Mason | Agronomy Solutions Findings from 2023 farmer strip trials Starkey & Starick Peter Treloar | Precision Ag Troubleshooting the tech Fully catered - includes…

Speakers and topics include: Peter Hayman | SARDI The Risk vs Reward of time of seeding decisions in the Millewa Therese McBeath | CSIRO Where do Long Coleoptiles fit in the Mallee? Kenton Porker | CSIRO Establishing canola in Mallee conditions Sarah Day | SARDI Grain legume update and findings from 2023 Sean Mason |…

A day of expert speakers and presentations on responsible spray application practices. Lunch and refreshments provided. Free for GPSA members $50 for non-GPSA members

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                                    The South East Field Days is a premier two-day agricultural event held annually in March at a purpose-built facility in the township of Lucindale, South Australia. With over 500 exhibitors the focus is on showcasing the latest…

This event is for you Coober Pedy... We promised you informative conversations and we can now share the program for the annual Cricket and Conversations event on Saturday 16 March. Five speakers will deliver topics to suit both the pastoral and local community. They will discuss everything from livestock markets, cybersecurity and championing change in…

Are you on farm, working towards succession, and looking to set your direction for the future? Kicking off in March 2024, Next Gen Breakthrough is a 3-year program developed to foster the next generation of farm managers.

Agronomists and grain growers are invited to discuss the cutting edge of disease and fungicide resistance management in a 2-day GRDC-supported workshop, brought to you by the Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network (AFREN).

With support from “End Food Waste Australia” Dr Steven Lapidge will present on the last five years of dedication and progress towards Australia’s goal of halving food waste by 2030 (in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12.3). Dr Lapidge is the inaugural CEO of the Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre (CRC),…

You're invited to a free 2-day workshop run by Dick Richardson to help you maximise profitability while improving pastures. The Northern and Yorke Landscape Board is hosting two 2-day workshops focussed on grazing management during the non-growing season.

The forum will gather your feedback and input into your local research and extension needs, and consider how GRDC investments could add further value. The forum will provide an update…

The forum will gather your feedback and input into your local research and extension needs, and consider how GRDC investments could add further value. The forum will provide an update on local GRDC investments and feature Dr Gupta Vadakattu from CSIRO presenting an update on calcareous soils. It will also feature an update from Dr…

The forum will gather your feedback and input into your local research and extension needs, and consider how GRDC investments could add further value. The forum will provide an update on local GRDC investments and feature Dr Kym Perry, PIRSA - Grains Entomology, who will present on snail control, covering key management strategies such as…

Come along to the Mesonet weather station information session, and hear from prominent agriculturalist Mick Faulkner on how the Mesonet can support your farming operations. The sessions will cover: Spray drift and safe spray practices (including hazardous inversions); An overview of the Mesonet infrastructure and what it does; A live demo and interactive demo which…

Come along to the Mesonet weather station information session, and hear from prominent agriculturalist Mick Faulkner on how the Mesonet can support your farming operations. The sessions will cover: Spray drift and safe spray practices (including hazardous inversions); An overview of the Mesonet infrastructure and what it does; A live demo and interactive demo which…

Come along to the Mesonet weather station information session, and hear from prominent agriculturalist Mick Faulkner on how the Mesonet can support your farming operations. The sessions will cover: Spray drift and safe spray practices (including hazardous inversions); An overview of the Mesonet infrastructure and what it does; A live demo and interactive demo which…

Come along to the Mesonet weather station information session, and hear from prominent agriculturalist Mick Faulkner on how the Mesonet can support your farming operations. The sessions will cover: Spray drift and safe spray practices (including hazardous inversions); An overview of the Mesonet infrastructure and what it does; A live demo and interactive demo which…

Come along to the Mesonet weather station information session, and hear from prominent agriculturalist Mick Faulkner on how the Mesonet can support your farming operations. The sessions will cover: Spray…

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…

Join AWI Extension SA, Livestock SA and SA Drought Hub for upcoming webinars featuring the Ewe Containment Series. Register to participate in one or all of the sessions for an…

Join AWI Extension SA, Livestock SA and SA Drought Hub for upcoming webinars featuring the Ewe Containment Series. Register to participate in one or all of the sessions for an…

This interactive workshop will focus on some of the key principles of managing your sheep’s nutritional requirements throughout a production year, whilst maintaining soil cover and preventing soil erosion. The…

Hosted by Flinders University and the hub, this Rural Resilience Forum brings together local government organisations, farming and agribusiness groups, and communities to explore innovative approaches to the unique challenges…

Our key note presentations will be from Dr Stephen Lee, SA Drought Hub on hub activities & future directions, and the newly elected AIA Board Chair (to be decided at…

Speakers include: Dr Colin Trengrove, Pro Ag Consulting | Feed nutrition and budgets for merino and x-breads, pre and post-lambing Charlie Mintze, KI Veterinary Clinic |  Animal Health on Kangaroo…

Speakers include: Dr Colin Trengrove, Pro Ag Consulting | Feed nutrition and budgets for merino and x-breads, pre and post-lambing Charlie Mintze, KI Veterinary Clinic |  Animal Health on Kangaroo…

Speakers include: Dr Colin Trengrove, Pro Ag Consulting | Feed nutrition and budgets for merino and x-breads, pre and post-lambing Charlie Mintze, KI Veterinary Clinic |  Animal Health on Kangaroo…

Join WoTL and like-minded women from across the Limestone Coast for a morning of connection, sharing stories and uncovering that self-care is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation. Millicent-based coach Toni…

The workshop will cover: Position descriptions Engaging staff Building an Employee Value Proposition Onboarding staff Effective performance management *If you purchased a Full Program discounted ticket, your enrolment has automatically…

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 unique working environment of family businesses can create challenges when it comes to effective communication. This invaluable workshop will assist in tackling everyday conversations through to testing topics, by…