Upcoming Events

What did HYC teach us in 2022 and who were the 2022 HYC Award winners for the region?

Get prepared and informed to make the final decisions for producing top quality silage and hay Delivered by experienced pasture and fodder consultant Phil Shannon Grazing plans, triggers and timing of farm operations Farmer question and answer on your plans, tips and troubles for this spring Registrations essential by Monday, 31 July 2023

The Annual UNFS Members Expo 2023 - showcasing relevant information, technology and demos for the region.

Big crops and rain delays meant the 2022-23 harvest was a long one. Then, all of a sudden, seeding for the 2023 season was upon us. There wasn’t much time to relax and recharge for the season ahead. If this sounds like your experience, and you’ve started to consider how you can create a sustainable…

Eyre Peninsula producers operating heavy vehicles and who drive agricultural machinery on public roads can learn more about road access, safety, maintenance and compliance at a series of workshops in August. The interactive workshops, hosted by Grain Producers SA with the support of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), will feature practical demonstrations for producers…

Eyre Peninsula primary producers accessing public roads with heavy vehicles or agricultural vehicles and combinations are invited to learn more about regulations, road safety, maintenance and compliance at a series of workshops happening in August. The interactive workshops, hosted by Grain Producers SA with the support of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), will feature…

Eyre Peninsula producers operating heavy vehicles and who drive agricultural machinery on public roads can learn more about road access, safety, maintenance and compliance at a series of workshops in August. The interactive workshops, hosted by Grain Producers SA with the support of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), will feature practical demonstrations for producers…

TW2023 is the premier conference event to secure a sustainable future for women living and working in agriculture and associated industries. This years theme, Growing and Inspiring Women Connected through Agriculture,…

Join us for the 2023 Agriculture Kangaroo Island Conference, featuring: Bonnie Skinner - CEO Sheep Producers Australia Warren Davies - Unbreakable Farmer Cam Nicholson - Regen Ag, isn't it what…

Explore new climate forecast tools and learn practical ways for decision making for your farm. The workshop will be facilitated by Peter Hayman from SARDI, Barry Mudge from Barry Mudge…

Growing better grain legumes in acid soils, sandy soils and dealing with weeds This year's Crop Walk will take us on a tour of several paddocks where we will cover…

BredWell FedWell (BWFW) is a practical, one-day introductory workshop on how productivity and profitability can be improved through good breeding and feeding over the livestock production cycle, with a specific focus on…

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…

AIR EP Trial sites that will be visited include : SAGIT – Crown rot management with speaker Marg Evans Future Drought Fund – Dry saline land Future Drought Fund –…

Joining our keynote speaker Professor Richard Eckard for a panel discussion will be Natasha Greenwood of Commonwealth Bank and James Wright of Paroo Pastoral. Carbon farming discussions in the agriculture sector can range…

The 2023 Australian Precision Agriculture Symposium is an annual event hosted by the Society of Precision Agriculture Australia (SPAA) in collaboration with the University of Sydney. This year's event will…

The 2023 Australian Precision Agriculture Symposium is an annual event hosted by the Society of Precision Agriculture Australia (SPAA) in collaboration with the University of Sydney. This year's event will…

Whether you're an expert in soil management or just starting to explore the fascinating world of agriculture, this is an event you don't want to miss. Join us at one…

Whether you're an expert in soil management or just starting to explore the fascinating world of agriculture, this is an event you don't want to miss. Join us at one…

Whether you're an expert in soil management or just starting to explore the fascinating world of agriculture, this is an event you don't want to miss. Join us at one…

Grain growers are invited to participate in one of a series of 2023 GRDC Harvester Forums to be held in the lead-up to harvest 2023. Hear from industry experts and…

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Our National Conference is the highlight of the Nuffield calendar. It is the main meeting point for scholars, investors and the broader agricultural industry and is a high-profile forum for…

Join growers, consultants, researchers and industry representatives for the annual Minnipa Agricultural Centre field day. Hear from expert speakers including Nigel Wilhelm, Steve Henry and Navneet Aggarwal on a range…

The Riverland Field Days is the Riverland’s premier agricultural and horticultural showcase event that offers tremendous opportunities for businesses and an enriching experience for customers. With its diverse range of exhibitors and activities, the Field Days present a wealth of resources, products, and services that cater to a wide variety of interests and needs. From…

Join Gawler Environment Centre for a ‘kitchen table’ style conversation to discuss what can and should be done to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. The Community Climate Conversations project is a joint initiative facilitated by the Conservation Council and South Australians for Climate Action and sponsored by the Department of Environment and Water. Anyone can…

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BusinessEDGE is a two-day workshop designed to enhance producer knowledge and skills in basic financial and business management to improve business efficiency and profitability. Attending this workshop will help you to: Develop your financial knowledge and business understanding Understand where your business is performing well and where it can be improved Better understand how your…

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Canola profitability, a break crop in the Upper North? Dustin Berryman, Northern Ag Pulse legume and Intercropping trials, Sarah Day, SARDI Heat, drought and chilling stress management for lower rainfall cropping systems, Dr Peter Anderson & Dr Crystal Sweetman, Flinders University

Topics and speakers: Managing minerals with Dr Colin Trengove, Pro Ag Consulting Influence of minerals on livestock production and health Managing minerals during spring and summer and preparing for drier times Seaweed supplementation in beef cattle with Dr Mariana Caetano, University of Adelaide Learnings and findings from the methane emission reduction in livestock trials Exposing…

Chris Davey – YP Ag and WeedSmart Agronomist Chris will bring his extensive experience to cover off on late season weed control tactics to tidy up that late ryegrass; target those late germinating broadleaves in cereals. Chris will also explore the growing role of resistance testing as a management tool. Kym Perry – SARDI Entomology…

This day which supports grain growers, hay producers, and livestock farmers will commence at the Frost Learning Centre, Sod Hut Road Farrell Flat at 9:00 am and then will continue onto The Navan Hay Shed at Giles Corner via the trials at Merilden. Our Lunchtime session which includes our AGM will start at 12:00 with…

Come to a discussion day on animal health and feeding, reclaiming Mallee seeps, forage shrubs and when and how to do a biosecurity plan. 9:30AM-10:15AM | Chris McDonough, Insight Extension for Agriculture Managing grazing pressures on mixed farms – how to best utilise crop residues without compromising groundcover The fit for stock containment and drought…

Development of young professionals in the Ag Industry is imperative to our success Dr Kathy Ophel Keller (ex SARDI) has mentored dozens of young professionals through various roles in industry - listen to her experiences AIA Compendium Project Officer and Student Award Recipient Emily Chambers will present her acceptance speech AIA Compendium Communications and Social…

Come along for a full day of crop walks and machinery inspections spread across two states: Padthaway and Bordertown in the Limestone Coast and Kaniva in Victoria's western Wimmera. Locations: Site 1: Durum Trial, Edwards Rd, Padthaway Site 2: SPANLIFT Shed SITE Padthaway/Bordertown Road, Padthaway Site 3: Wise Machinery Dealership Dukes Hwy Bordertown Site 4:…

The Coorong Tatiara Local Action Plan and the Coorong District and Tatiara District Councils, with support from MFMG are hosting an Improving Production on Sandy Soils Update - Willalooka The event will promote project outcomes from; Meat and Livestock Australia funded project ‘Upper South East Sandy Soils - let's make the bucket bigger. Improving feed…

MFMG is collaborating with FAR Australia and its other collaborators and invites you to attend the 2023 SA Crop Technology Centre Field Day featuring the GRDC investments: Hyper Yielding Crops (HYC) and Pulse Agronomy. To find out more click here.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…