Ag Excellence News and Updates

Young grain producers announced for new committee

December 11, 2024

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) has today announced the appointments to its newly formed Young Grain Producers Committee, which will play an important role in shaping the future of South Australia’s grain industry policy and advocacy.

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SA Drought Hub welcomes Dr Peter Hayman as Deputy Director

December 2, 2024

The SA Drought Hub are thrilled to welcome Dr Peter Hayman to the team as Deputy Director.

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On farm connectivity program rebates available

December 1, 2024

The Australian Government’s On Farm Connectivity Program is providing $33 million over 2 years from 2023–24 to 2024–25 to enable primary producers in agriculture, forestry and/or fisheries to take advantage of connected machinery and sensor technology.

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Leading Agronomy Expert Dr Sean Mason joins Mallee Sustainable Farming Board

November 29, 2024

Mallee Sustainable Farming is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Sean Mason to its Board of directors. With a distinguished background in soil chemistry and agronomy, Dr. Mason brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the organisation.

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The South Australian crop sowing guide is out now

November 27, 2024

The South Australian Crop Sowing Guide outlines information on current varieties of the major winter crops suitable to be grown in South Australia to assist growers in making decisions on variety selection for the upcoming season.

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SAGIT invite applications for 2025 funding round

November 25, 2024

Applications are now open for the next round of research and grower group funding through the South Australian Grain Industry Trust (SAGIT).

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Early bird tickets on sale for SA Grain Industry Awards

November 22, 2024

South Australian grain producers and industry representatives are invited to secure their seats for the inaugural South Australian Grain Industry Awards Gala Dinner, with early bird tickets now…

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New internship position in the Mallee to be funded by SAGIT and SA Drought Hub

November 20, 2024

A new intern position to be based in the South Australian Mallee region will be funded through a joint project with the South Australian Grain Industry Trust and the South Australian Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub.

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Opportunity to work with the Ag Ex Team

November 18, 2024

This role is a great opportunity for an evaluation or extension specialist to make a solid contribution to the ongoing success of the SA Drought Hub. This Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning Officer (MERL) will work in a nationally significant program that links research with activities to deliver enhanced drought resilience in farming systems.

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Nominations open for inaugural SA Grain Industry Awards

November 12, 2024

The grain industry, producers and community are encouraged to put forward a deserving person for the inaugural South Australian Grain Industry Awards with nominations now open.

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