Upcoming Events

AIA SA Division June Annual Meeting

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 the Annual General Meeting on 25th May 2024). We will also have the presentation for the 2024 AIA-SA Student Award. Please forward nominations for President,…

Free

Shed Talks: Feeding sheep in dry times

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 Island Tracie Heinrich, FaB Mentor |  Don't go it alone, how to access help and support *Bacon & Egg breakfast provided

Free

Shed Talks: Feeding sheep in dry times

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 Island Tracie Heinrich, FaB Mentor |  Don't go it alone, how to access help and support *Bacon & Egg breakfast provided

Free

Shed Talks: Feeding sheep in dry times

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 Island Tracie Heinrich, FaB Mentor |  Don't go it alone, how to access help and support *Bacon & Egg breakfast provided

Free

Luxury or lifeline: the role of self-care in or resilience

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 Duka will run a Masterclass on the importance of looking after yourself, developing daily practices that will support you in life and business, and allow…

$22

Simple & effective HR solutions – managing your farm business

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 transferred to this event. You do not need to complete the process again. This workshop forms part of a 6 part series – it is…

$55

GPSA coffee catch up

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.

Free

WoTL communication in family business

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 addressing; Communication and decision-making structures Understanding the challenges of communication in family business The conversations we need to be having in our business and what…

$22

Working on worms: sheep parasite management workshop – pilot

ParaBoss is Australia's premier source of independent information about the management and control of parasites in cattle, goats, and sheep. ParaBoss is currently developing a one-day WormBoss workshop for sheep producers. The ParaBoss team invites interested sheep producers to take part in the fifth and final pilot of this workshop. The role of pilot attendees…

GPSA free roadworthy heavy vehicles…made easy!

Grain Producers SA is delivering FREE Roadworthy Heavy Vehicles … Made Easy! workshops designed specifically to help primary producer members of PPSA to understand heavy vehicle roadworthiness requirements.

Free

Livestock strategies for the next 100 days

With a challenging start to the season, hear from topic experts on developing strategies going forward including: Felicity Turner  |  Turner Agribusiness - 'Looking after your livestock and feed base, the importance of decision-making tools to forecast and make decisions Deb Scammell  |  Talking Livestock - 'Early weaning lambs & calves, when and how? Ken…

GRDC farm business update

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

$30

GRDC farm business update

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

$30

GPSA coffee catch up

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.

Free

GSSA annual conference

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.  

Hart winter walk

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 Conference

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,…

GRDC grains research update

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.

$30

Lucerne Australia trials review

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.

GRDC grains research update

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.

$30

Nature repair for productive agriculture

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

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…

Understanding your numbers – managing your farm business

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…

$55

GPSA coffee catch up

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.

Free

LambEx

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…

GRDC grains research update

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.

$30

Thriving Women 2024

A conference to grow and inspire women connected through agriculture. In 2024, the Thriving Women Conference will be returning to South Australia! From 12 – 13 August, the event will take place at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre in Hahndorf, SA. Hosted by WoTL, the Thriving Women Conference has successfully been held since 2018 with each…

Australian Barley Technical Symposium

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…

Farmer health symposium

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…

$150

GRDC grains research update

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.

$30

Mastering fungicide resistance management with AFREN: strategies for success

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…

Free

Sheep eID workshop

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

Business management – managing your farm business

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…

Coomandook Grain Legume Crop Walk

Join MSF on a walk through the Coomandook Grain Legume spoke site near Peake and the nitrogen timing trial on both ameliorated and non-ameliorated ground. Dive into a soil pit discussing soil pit characteristics, acidity, and soil amelioration. Discuss insights from MSF’s PIRSA Carbon Pilot project results and Carbon Outreach program – what does carbon…

Free

Pinnaroo Grain Legume Crop walk

Join MSF for a morning coffee and donut as we walk around the Grain Legume spoke site for the second year exploring spading or ripping with lime application on sandy soils across various soil types. Explore soil acidification management in a masterclass with an Associate Professor from Charles Sturt Uni. We will lastly, review metribuzin…

Free

2024 Australasian Precision Ag Symposium

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,…