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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180322T123000
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SUMMARY:HARPS workshop (Gatton)
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonised Australian Retailer Produce Scheme (HARPS) harmonises the additional food safety\, legal and trade requirements developed by the major Australian chain retailers into a single scheme. Certification to a recognised base scheme (such as Freshcare\, GLOBALG.A.P. or SQF) plus HARPS is now accepted by the five chain retailers\, eliminating the need for duplication and unnecessary costs. \nIf you want to know more about HARPS\, if your business requires HARPS approval\, how to implement HARPS\, how to register your interest in HARPS or where you can get additional support and guidance\, a series of workshops are being held around Australia to help you get the information you need. \nFor growers in other regions\, a pre-recorded webinar will be available on the HARPS website. \nIf you have any questions about HARPS\, please call 1300 852 219 or e-mail harps@harpsonline.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/harps-workshop-gatton/
LOCATION:QDAF Gatton\, Warrego Highway\, Lawes\, QLD\, 4343\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180322T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180322T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180319T053144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180319T053144Z
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SUMMARY:Biosecurity webinar
DESCRIPTION:Plant biosecurity is a series of measures that aid in protecting production areas from harmful insects\, weeds\, and various plant diseases. On-farm biosecurity best practices play a pivotal role in maintaining Australia’s reputation of producing high quality products. \nTo help you better understand on-farm biosecurity and how to implement practices on your farms that can protect you from damaging incursions\, the levy-funded VegNET program is hosting a free webinar with industry experts for vegetable growers. \nThis webinar will feature Dr Jessica Lye (AUSVEG)\, Greg Owens (NT Farmers) and growers speaking about what you should do to protect your farm through good hygiene and biosecurity management. \nTo register for this webinar\, click here. \nGrowers interested in learning more about biosecurity can also watch a VegNET video about cucumber green mottle mosaic virus in the Northern Territory and the biosecurity lessons learnt from the response to this virus. \nIf you’re interested in learning more about projects currently being delivered to support the Australian vegetable industry’s biosecurity\, visit the biosecurity and crop protection section of our website. \n 
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/biosecurity-webinar/
CATEGORIES:ACT,VIC,NSW,QLD,NT,WA,TAS,SA,VegNET
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180322T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180322T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T044214Z
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SUMMARY:Hort Code workshop (Lindenow)
DESCRIPTION:Do you know how the new Horticulture Code of Conduct applies to you? How do you make sure your business is compliant? \nIf you are a grower who sells produce you need to understand the Code and your obligations under the Code. VegPRO\, the vegetable industry’s own national training program\, is coordinating free workshops in the Northern Territory and Victoria to help Australian vegetable growers understand how the new Horticulture Code of Conduct will affect their businesses. \nThese workshops will cover key information growers need to ensure they are conducting their business in compliance with the new Code\, including: \n\nAn overview of the Code\nThe types of trading arrangements covered by the Code\nUnderstanding the paperwork and record keeping required under the Code\nAnd a chance to ask questions.\n\nThese sessions will be presented by Jill Briggs and Jacqueline Sutherland from Horticulture Code Consultants\, and are free for vegetable industry members as part of a strategic levy investment under the Hort Innovation Vegetable Fund. \nFor more information\, see the event website.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/hort-code-workshop-lindenow/
LOCATION:TBC
CATEGORIES:VIC,VegNET
ORGANIZER;CN="VegPRO":MAILTO:sophiel@rmcg.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20180322T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20180322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180209T055719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180209T055719Z
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SUMMARY:Exporting vegetables workshop (Pooraka)
DESCRIPTION:AUSVEG SA will be hosting a workshop at the South Australian Produce Markets for growers who are interested in learning more about the export process and how to become export-ready. \nThe workshop is targeted at levy-paying vegetable growers that want to know more about how to commence exporting and identify export markets\, and who are just starting out or looking to move into exporting and want to understand what is involved. \nThe workshop will be facilitated by experienced trainers from the Export Council of Australia with vegetable industry support from AUSVEG and AUSVEG SA. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nAre you ready to start exporting?\nWhat resources are available to growers to assist them commence exporting.\nWhich export markets to target\, and where you can and can’t export to.\nPricing for export.\nFree Trade Agreements and how to use them.\n\nWith a maximum capacity of 12 participants\, secure your place now by contacting Jordan Brooke-Barnett on 0404 772 308 or email jordan.brooke-barnett@ausveg.com.au. \nThis project is part of a strategic levy investment under the Hort Innovation Vegetable Fund and is being delivered with the support of AUSVEG’s export development team. \n 
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/exporting-vegetables-workshop-pooraka/
LOCATION:South Australian Produce Markets\, Burma Rd\, Pooraka\, SA\, 5095\, Australia
CATEGORIES:SA
ORGANIZER;CN="AUSVEG SA":MAILTO:ausvegsa@ausveg.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180321T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180305T032148Z
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SUMMARY:HARPS workshop (Bundaberg)
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonised Australian Retailer Produce Scheme (HARPS) harmonises the additional food safety\, legal and trade requirements developed by the major Australian chain retailers into a single scheme. Certification to a recognised base scheme (such as Freshcare\, GLOBALG.A.P. or SQF) plus HARPS is now accepted by the five chain retailers\, eliminating the need for duplication and unnecessary costs. \nIf you want to know more about HARPS\, if your business requires HARPS approval\, how to implement HARPS\, how to register your interest in HARPS or where you can get additional support and guidance\, a series of workshops are being held around Australia to help you get the information you need. \nFor growers in other regions\, a pre-recorded webinar will be available on the HARPS website. \nIf you have any questions about HARPS\, please call 1300 852 219 or e-mail harps@harpsonline.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/harps-workshop-bundaberg/
LOCATION:Rowers in the River\, 2 Toonburra St\, Bundaberg\, QLD\, 4670\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180321T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180321T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180226T221256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T221311Z
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SUMMARY:Hort Code webinar
DESCRIPTION:Do you know how the new Horticulture Code of Conduct applies to you? How do you make sure your business is compliant? \nIf you are a grower who sells produce you need to understand the Code and your obligations under the Code. VegPRO\, the vegetable industry’s own national training program\, is working with the VegNET program to deliver a free webinar for vegetable growers covering: \n\nAn overview of the Horticulture Code of Conduct\nAreas of the Code relevant to vegetable growers\nThe obligations of growers and traders under the Code\nFines under the Code\nRecord-keeping requirements and Horticulture Produce Agreements\n\nThis webinar will be presented by Jill Briggs and Jacqueline Sutherland from Horticulture Code Consultants\, and is free for vegetable industry members as part of a strategic levy investment under the Hort Innovation Vegetable Fund. To register for this webinar\, click here. \nIf you have any questions\, get in touch with Carl Larsen at carll@rmcg.com.au\, Jill Briggs at jill@horticulturecodeconsultants.com.au or Jacqueline Sutherland at jacqueline@horticulturecodeconsultants.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/hort-code-webinar/
CATEGORIES:ACT,VIC,NSW,QLD,NT,WA,TAS,SA,VegNET
ORGANIZER;CN="VegPRO":MAILTO:sophiel@rmcg.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180305T032058Z
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SUMMARY:HARPS workshop (Brisbane)
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonised Australian Retailer Produce Scheme (HARPS) harmonises the additional food safety\, legal and trade requirements developed by the major Australian chain retailers into a single scheme. Certification to a recognised base scheme (such as Freshcare\, GLOBALG.A.P. or SQF) plus HARPS is now accepted by the five chain retailers\, eliminating the need for duplication and unnecessary costs. \nIf you want to know more about HARPS\, if your business requires HARPS approval\, how to implement HARPS\, how to register your interest in HARPS or where you can get additional support and guidance\, a series of workshops are being held around Australia to help you get the information you need. \nFor growers in other regions\, a pre-recorded webinar will be available on the HARPS website. \nIf you have any questions about HARPS\, please call 1300 852 219 or e-mail harps@harpsonline.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/harps-workshop-brisbane-2/
LOCATION:Brisbane Markets\, 385 Sherwood Rd\, Rocklea\, QLD\, 4106\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180321T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180321T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180226T042418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T042418Z
UID:10000668-1521622800-1521626400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:HARPS workshop (Brisbane)
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonised Australian Retailer Produce Scheme (HARPS) harmonises the additional food safety\, legal and trade requirements developed by the major Australian chain retailers into a single scheme. Certification to a recognised base scheme (such as Freshcare\, GLOBALG.A.P. or SQF) plus HARPS is now accepted by the five chain retailers\, eliminating the need for duplication and unnecessary costs. \nIf you want to know more about HARPS\, if your business requires HARPS approval\, how to implement HARPS\, how to register your interest in HARPS or where you can get additional support and guidance\, a series of workshops are being held around Australia to help you get the information you need. \nFor growers in other regions\, a pre-recorded webinar will be available on the HARPS website. \nIf you have any questions about HARPS\, please call 1300 852 219 or e-mail harps@harpsonline.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/harps-workshop-brisbane/
LOCATION:Brisbane Markets\, 385 Sherwood Rd\, Rocklea\, QLD\, 4106\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180320T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180320T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180226T042239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T042332Z
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SUMMARY:HARPS workshop (Bowen)
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonised Australian Retailer Produce Scheme (HARPS) harmonises the additional food safety\, legal and trade requirements developed by the major Australian chain retailers into a single scheme. Certification to a recognised base scheme (such as Freshcare\, GLOBALG.A.P. or SQF) plus HARPS is now accepted by the five chain retailers\, eliminating the need for duplication and unnecessary costs. \nIf you want to know more about HARPS\, if your business requires HARPS approval\, how to implement HARPS\, how to register your interest in HARPS or where you can get additional support and guidance\, a series of workshops are being held around Australia to help you get the information you need. \nFor growers in other regions\, a pre-recorded webinar will be available on the HARPS website. \nIf you have any questions about HARPS\, please call 1300 852 219 or e-mail harps@harpsonline.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/harps-workshop-bowen/
LOCATION:QDAF Bowen\, 45 Warwick Road\, Bowen\, QLD\, 4805\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180314T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180314T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180212T042043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T042043Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Labour access focus group (Myalup)
DESCRIPTION:vegetablesWA will be coordinating labour supply focus groups in mid-March to help growers contribute to a new report about Australia’s labour laws and visa options. \nThe focus groups will be attended by Dr Joanna Howe\, Associate Professor in Law at the University of Adelaide\, and Alex Reilly\, Professor in Law at the University of Adelaide. Dr Howe will be asking growers for their views on Australia’s labour laws and visa options and how these affect growers’ businesses\, with this information to be used in a report that will be used by the horticulture industry to lobby the government for better labour supply options. \nAs well as Dr Howe and Mr Reilly\, these focus groups will also be attended by vegetablesWA CEO John Shannon and vegetablesWA Vietnamese Industry Extension Officer Truyen Vo. \nFor more information\, see the vegetablesWA website. \nIf you’re interested in attending this event\, contact Christina Ford by Friday 9 March 2018 at christina.ford@vegetableswa.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-labour-access-focus-group-myalup/
LOCATION:Binningup Country Club\, Lakes Parade\, Binningup\, WA\, 6233\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="vegetablesWA":MAILTO:office@vegetableswa.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180316
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180215T062621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T063713Z
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SUMMARY:Negotiations and influencing course (Bundaberg)
DESCRIPTION:VegPRO is bringing its free two-day negotiations and influencing workshop to Bundaberg\, Queensland as part of the VegNET program being delivered by Bundaberg Fruit and Vegetable Growers. \nVegPRO is a strategic levy investment project under the Hort Innovation Vegetable Fund that is delivering targeted\, tailored training for Australian vegetable growers. In this course\, industry members who deal with people on a day-to-day basis (whether it be with customers\, staff\, transport and logistics companies or anyone else) can learn a wide range of useful skills\, including: \n\nincreased confidence and effective communication;\nmanaging emotional and difficult conversations;\ncontrolling and influencing conversation to get better pricing outcomes;\npreparing effectively to combat pushes from buyers; and\nidentifying other people’s tactics and having a strategy for responses.\n\nDates: 14-15 March 2018\nLocation: Fairymead House\, Thornhill St\, Bundaberg QLD \nThis workshop is a valuable initiative that has previously been delivered in other growing regions\, including Gatton in Queensland and at the South Australian Produce Market. BFVG Vegetable Industry Development Officer Michelle Haase has written a great blog post on the workshop and what it can offer growers\, including testimonials from growers who learned from the course and have negotiated better price outcomes thanks to the skills they picked up. \nTo register for this free workshop or to see more information\, click here. If you’re interested\, you can also contact Sophie Lapsley from RMCG at sophiel@rmcg.com.au or on 0426 200 996. \nFor more information on the VegPRO project and how growers are shaping its training opportunities\, listen to the latest edition of the InfoVeg Radio podcast. \n 
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/negotiations-influencing-course-bundaberg/
LOCATION:Fairymead House\, Thornhill Street\, Bundaberg North\, QLD\, 4670\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD,VegNET
ORGANIZER;CN="VegPRO":MAILTO:sophiel@rmcg.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20180313T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20180313T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180212T041855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T041855Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Labour access focus group (Gingin)
DESCRIPTION:vegetablesWA will be coordinating labour supply focus groups in mid-March to help growers contribute to a new report about Australia’s labour laws and visa options. \nThe focus groups will be attended by Dr Joanna Howe\, Associate Professor in Law at the University of Adelaide\, and Alex Reilly\, Professor in Law at the University of Adelaide. Dr Howe will be asking growers for their views on Australia’s labour laws and visa options and how these affect growers’ businesses\, with this information to be used in a report that will be used by the horticulture industry to lobby the government for better labour supply options. \nAs well as Dr Howe and Mr Reilly\, these focus groups will also be attended by vegetablesWA CEO John Shannon and vegetablesWA Vietnamese Industry Extension Officer Truyen Vo. \nFor more information\, see the vegetablesWA website. \nIf you’re interested in attending this event\, contact Christina Ford by Friday 9 March 2018 at christina.ford@vegetableswa.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-labour-access-focus-group-gingin/
LOCATION:Gingin Recreational Oval\, New Street\, Gingin\, WA\, 6503\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="vegetablesWA":MAILTO:office@vegetableswa.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180315
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180115T010004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180115T010004Z
UID:10000512-1520899200-1521071999@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:AgTech Summit (Melbourne)
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural AgTech Summit\, to be held in Melbourne in March 2018\, will explore the impact that technology is having on the Australian agriculture industry. \nTo be held over 13–14 March\, the event will feature a wide range of speakers covering all facets of technology in agriculture\, including vertical farming\, precision farming\, the Internet of Things\, robotics\, biotechnology\, supply chain technology and yield management. \nFor more information on the Summit (including a full list of speakers and topics)\, or to register to attend\, please click here.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/agtech-summit-melbourne/
LOCATION:Rendezvous Hotel\, 328 Flinders St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20180312T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20180312T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180212T041706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T041719Z
UID:10000648-1520870400-1520879400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Labour access focus group (Wanneroo)
DESCRIPTION:vegetablesWA will be coordinating labour supply focus groups in mid-March to help growers contribute to a new report about Australia’s labour laws and visa options. \nThe focus groups will be attended by Dr Joanna Howe\, Associate Professor in Law at the University of Adelaide\, and Alex Reilly\, Professor in Law at the University of Adelaide. Dr Howe will be asking growers for their views on Australia’s labour laws and visa options and how these affect growers’ businesses\, with this information to be used in a report that will be used by the horticulture industry to lobby the government for better labour supply options. \nAs well as Dr Howe and Mr Reilly\, these focus groups will also be attended by vegetablesWA CEO John Shannon and vegetablesWA Vietnamese Industry Extension Officer Truyen Vo. \nThis focus group will be split into two sessions for English and Vietnamese-speaking growers respectively. For more information\, see the vegetablesWA website. \nIf you’re interested in attending this event\, contact Christina Ford by Friday 9 March 2018 at christina.ford@vegetableswa.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-labour-access-focus-group-wanneroo/
LOCATION:Wanneroo Tavern\, 18 Dundebar Rd\, Wanneroo\, WA\, 6065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="vegetablesWA":MAILTO:office@vegetableswa.com.au
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180308T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180308T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180215T033059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T033059Z
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SUMMARY:SWP information session (Stanthorpe)
DESCRIPTION:The Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network is coordinating a series of information sessions on the Seasonal Worker Program (SWP)\, which has been established to provide Australian industry with a seasonal labour source while supporting neighbouring nations with financial aid. \nAs well as providing an overview of the SWP and the improvements to the program which have recently been announced\, these workshops will showcase four key nations which participate in the SWP: Solomon Islands\, Fiji\, Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste. \nThe workshops will provide an overview of how growers can get involved in the SWP\, including the recruitment\, screening\, selection and training processes\, and also discuss the skills and experience that workers from these nations can bring to Australian farms. \nThe Queensland Office of Industrial Relations will also be attending the workshops to talk about workplace health and safety requirements for growers and regulation of the labour hire industry in Queensland\, which comes into effect on 16 April 2018. \nTo register for this workshop\, visit the Growcom website.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/swp-information-session-stanthorpe/
LOCATION:QDAF Applethorpe\, New England Highway\, Applethorpe\, QLD\, 4378\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180306T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180215T032642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T032642Z
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SUMMARY:SWP information session (Bowen)
DESCRIPTION:The Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network is coordinating a series of information sessions on the Seasonal Worker Program (SWP)\, which has been established to provide Australian industry with a seasonal labour source while supporting neighbouring nations with financial aid. \nAs well as providing an overview of the SWP and the improvements to the program which have recently been announced\, these workshops will showcase four key nations which participate in the SWP: Solomon Islands\, Fiji\, Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste. \nThe workshops will provide an overview of how growers can get involved in the SWP\, including the recruitment\, screening\, selection and training processes\, and also discuss the skills and experience that workers from these nations can bring to Australian farms. \nThe Queensland Office of Industrial Relations will also be attending the workshops to talk about workplace health and safety requirements for growers and regulation of the labour hire industry in Queensland\, which comes into effect on 16 April 2018. \nTo register for this workshop\, visit the Growcom website.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/swp-information-session-bowen/
LOCATION:The Larrikin Hotel\, 69 Herbert St\, Bowen\, QLD\, 4805\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180306T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180306T103000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180226T042103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T042103Z
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SUMMARY:HARPS workshop (Sydney)
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonised Australian Retailer Produce Scheme (HARPS) harmonises the additional food safety\, legal and trade requirements developed by the major Australian chain retailers into a single scheme. Certification to a recognised base scheme (such as Freshcare\, GLOBALG.A.P. or SQF) plus HARPS is now accepted by the five chain retailers\, eliminating the need for duplication and unnecessary costs. \nIf you want to know more about HARPS\, if your business requires HARPS approval\, how to implement HARPS\, how to register your interest in HARPS or where you can get additional support and guidance\, a series of workshops are being held around Australia to help you get the information you need. \nFor growers in other regions\, a pre-recorded webinar will be available on the HARPS website. \nIf you have any questions about HARPS\, please call 1300 852 219 or e-mail harps@harpsonline.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/harps-workshop-sydney/
LOCATION:Sydney Markets\, 250-318 Parramatta Rd\, Homebush West\, NSW\, 2129\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180306T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180307T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180208T213429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T213435Z
UID:10000643-1520325000-1520440200@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Chemical handling workshop (Pooraka)
DESCRIPTION:VegPRO’s face-to-face courses are designed for the vegetable industry to raise awareness of the potential hazards and risks of chemicals and how to apply them safely. \nThis course includes safe chemical handling\, storage and transport as well as safe application of chemicals using correct personal protective equipment and understanding chemical labels. This course includes ACCHM303 Prepare and Apply Chemicals and ACCHM304 Transport and Store Chemicals. \nFor more information\, see the EventBrite page.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/chemical-handling-workshop-pooraka/
LOCATION:South Australian Produce Markets\, Burma Rd\, Pooraka\, SA\, 5095\, Australia
CATEGORIES:SA,VegNET
ORGANIZER;CN="VegPRO":MAILTO:sophiel@rmcg.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180308
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20171215T002934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171217T230802Z
UID:10000508-1520294400-1520467199@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:ABARES Outlook (Canberra)
DESCRIPTION:The ABARES Outlook 2018 theme of Creating value in an increasingly connected world is focused on Australia’s agriculture sector\, including the complex influences that will shape international markets and demand for Australian agricultural commodities and produce over the coming decade. Across the sessions\, delegates will hear about the growth opportunities for Australian commodities\, and the challenges and opportunities for exporters in a globally competitive and evolving market. \nABARES has confirmed leading national and international speakers and producers from: the European Commission; Center for Indonesian Policy Studies; China Policy; Macquarie Bank; Australian Food and Grocery Council; Australian National University; University of Melbourne; Costa Group; Moon Lake Investments; Teys; Tahbilk Wines and producers from across Australia. \nBe part of the conversation by networking with speakers and delegates\, hearing from industry leading speakers and accessing the latest forecasts and industry analysis to inform your business strategies in one convenient conference location over two days. \nFor more information\, see the event website.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/abares-outlook-canberra/
LOCATION:National Convention Centre\, 31 Constitution Ave\, Canberra\, ACT\, 2601\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT
ORGANIZER;CN="ABARES":MAILTO:conferences@agriculture.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180305T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180215T031837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T032829Z
UID:10000654-1520271000-1520278200@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:SWP information session (Mareeba)
DESCRIPTION:The Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network is coordinating a series of information sessions on the Seasonal Worker Program (SWP)\, which has been established to provide Australian industry with a seasonal labour source while supporting neighbouring nations with financial aid. \nAs well as providing an overview of the SWP and the improvements to the program which have recently been announced\, these workshops will showcase four key nations which participate in the SWP: Solomon Islands\, Fiji\, Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste. \nThe workshops will provide an overview of how growers can get involved in the SWP\, including the recruitment\, screening\, selection and training processes\, and also discuss the skills and experience that workers from these nations can bring to Australian farms. \nThe Queensland Office of Industrial Relations will also be attending the workshops to talk about workplace health and safety requirements for growers and regulation of the labour hire industry in Queensland\, which comes into effect on 16 April 2018. \nTo register for this workshop\, visit the Growcom website.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/swp-information-session-mareeba/
LOCATION:Mareeba Leagues Club\, Doyle St\, Mareeba\, QLD\, 4880\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180302T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180302T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180202T002757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180202T002757Z
UID:10000639-1519979400-1520008200@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Native foods workshop (Cranbourne)
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Native Foods and Botanicals (ANFAB) roadshow is coming to Victoria\, with a Growing the Growers workshop set to explore the potential of native produce. \nANFAB’s farm co-operatives and collaboration roadshow is bringing together growers (and aspiring growers)\, chefs\, retailers and Australia’s first peoples to explore all things related to native produce\, including native vegetables. \nAttendees at the forum will learn about the latest information on business models and value chain collaboration\, hear the most recent news on potential emerging overseas markets\, and get connected with a network of the region’s native food growers. To register for the event\, visit its EventBrite page. \nAUSVEG attended the ANFAB event in Adelaide late last year\, and spoke with consumer research agency Colmar Brunton about their levy-funded project investigating the potential domestic market for native vegetables and other native produce. To read about the research into this potential growth market\, see page 28 of the January/February edition of Vegetables Australia magazine.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/native-foods-workshop-cranbourne/
LOCATION:Royal Botanic Gardens – Cranbourne\, Ballarto Rd and Botanic Drive\, Cranbourne\, 3977\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180222T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180118T055816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T024942Z
UID:10000629-1519289100-1519315200@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Workplace Essentials (Boonah)
DESCRIPTION:Enrol now to attend a  Workplace Essentials workshop and get the information and resources you need to boost your farm business’ health\, safety and people management skills. \nThese workshops are being funded the Queensland Government and facilitated by the Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network (QAWN). They have been specifically tailored for farm managers\, team leaders and supervisors and will include practical activities. \nDuring the full day workshops\, the following topics will be covered: \nSESSION ONE: Workplace health and safety\n• Update on Workplace Health and Safety laws and regulations\n• WHS compliance checklist\n• Understanding and managing risks and hazards\n• When and how and to report incidents\n• Overview of useful WHS services and resources available to businesses \nSESSION TWO: People management\n• Performance and behaviour management\n• Handling conflict\, bullying and difficult conversations in the workplace\n• Supervisor responsibilities\n• Update on workplace relations laws\, regulations and programs\n• Overview of further training and funding available \nCOST:\n$30 per person – includes workshop\, resources\, morning and afternoon tea\, and lunch.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-workplace-essentials-boonah/
LOCATION:Outlook Training and Resource Centre\, 4001 Ipswich Rd\, Boonah\, QLD\, 4310\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
ORGANIZER;CN="Growcom":MAILTO:growcom@growcom.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180221T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20180221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20170915T043224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T055502Z
UID:10000540-1519202700-1519228800@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Workplace Essentials (Chinchilla)
DESCRIPTION:Enrol now to attend a  Workplace Essentials workshop and get the information and resources you need to boost your farm business’ health\, safety and people management skills. \nThese workshops are being funded the Queensland Government and facilitated by the Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network (QAWN). They have been specifically tailored for farm managers\, team leaders and supervisors and will include practical activities. \nDuring the full day workshops\, the following topics will be covered: \nSESSION ONE: Workplace health and safety\n• Update on Workplace Health and Safety laws and regulations\n• WHS compliance checklist\n• Understanding and managing risks and hazards\n• When and how and to report incidents\n• Overview of useful WHS services and resources available to businesses \nSESSION TWO: People management\n• Performance and behaviour management\n• Handling conflict\, bullying and difficult conversations in the workplace\n• Supervisor responsibilities\n• Update on workplace relations laws\, regulations and programs\n• Overview of further training and funding available \nCOST:\n$30 per person – includes workshop\, resources\, morning and afternoon tea\, and lunch.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-workplace-essentials-chinchilla/
LOCATION:Chinchilla Family Support Centre\, 67/71 Middle St\, Chinchilla\, QLD\, 4413\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
ORGANIZER;CN="Growcom":MAILTO:growcom@growcom.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180220T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20170915T043051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T055315Z
UID:10000538-1519116300-1519142400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Workplace Essentials (Kingaroy)
DESCRIPTION:Enrol now to attend a  Workplace Essentials workshop and get the information and resources you need to boost your farm business’ health\, safety and people management skills. \nThese workshops are being funded the Queensland Government and facilitated by the Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network (QAWN). They have been specifically tailored for farm managers\, team leaders and supervisors and will include practical activities. \nDuring the full day workshops\, the following topics will be covered: \nSESSION ONE: Workplace health and safety\n• Update on Workplace Health and Safety laws and regulations\n• WHS compliance checklist\n• Understanding and managing risks and hazards\n• When and how and to report incidents\n• Overview of useful WHS services and resources available to businesses \nSESSION TWO: People management\n• Performance and behaviour management\n• Handling conflict\, bullying and difficult conversations in the workplace\n• Supervisor responsibilities\n• Update on workplace relations laws\, regulations and programs\n• Overview of further training and funding available \nCOST:\n$30 per person – includes workshop\, resources\, morning and afternoon tea\, and lunch.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-workplace-essentials-kingaroy/
LOCATION:DAF Kingaroy\, 214 Kingaroy-Cooyar Rd\, Kingaroy\, QLD\, 4610\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
ORGANIZER;CN="Growcom":MAILTO:growcom@growcom.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20180219T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20180220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180201T040620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180201T041457Z
UID:10000637-1519025400-1519142400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Negotiations and influencing course (Pooraka)
DESCRIPTION:VegPRO is coordinating a free two-day workshop to help growers improve their negotiations and influencing skills in all facets of their business. \nVegPRO is a strategic levy investment project under the Hort Innovation Vegetable Fund that is delivering targeted\, tailored training for Australian vegetable growers. In this course\, industry members who deal with people on a day-to-day basis (whether it be with customers\, staff\, transport and logistics companies or anyone else) can learn a wide range of useful skills\, including: \n\nincreased confidence and effective communication;\nmanaging emotional and difficult conversations; and\nidentifying other people’s tactics and having a strategy for responses.\n\nTo register for this free workshop\, click here. \nFor more information\, please see the event flyer\, or contact Hannah McArdle on 0408 475 995 or at hannah.mcardle@ausveg.com.au. \nFor more information on the VegPRO project and how growers are shaping its training opportunities\, listen to the latest edition of the InfoVeg Radio podcast.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/11209/
LOCATION:South Australian Produce Markets\, Burma Rd\, Pooraka\, SA\, 5095\, Australia
CATEGORIES:SA,VegNET
ORGANIZER;CN="VegPRO":MAILTO:sophiel@rmcg.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180223
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180108T034841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180108T034841Z
UID:10000510-1518912000-1519343999@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Gulfood (Dubai)
DESCRIPTION:Exporting vegetable growers are invited to apply to attend the world’s largest food trade event. Held in Dubai\, Gulfood 2018 will involve 5\,000 exhibitors showcasing products from across eight primary market sectors. \nDate: 18–22 February 2018\nVenue: Dubai World Trade Centre \nThe anticipated travel dates for successful participants will be 16–22 February 2018. The program will involve the following opportunities: \n\nExhibit and showcase your products at Gulfood to fresh produce buyers from across the Middle East region;\nBuild your knowledge of the supply chain in the United Arab Emirates and wider region; and\nGain introductions to various Middle Eastern retailers and wholesalers.\n\nAUSVEG has a limited number of funded positions available for levy-paying vegetable growers to exhibit at the Gulfood 2018 trade show. If you are interested in exhibiting and being part of the AUSVEG delegation for this trade event\, please contact AUSVEG on (03) 9882 0277 to discuss the options available. \nTo download the application form\, please click here. Applications must be submitted to AUSVEG via e-mail to export@ausveg.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/gulfood-dubai/
LOCATION:Dubai World Trade Centre\, Sheikh Zayed Rd\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:[International]
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20180215T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20180215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180128T223347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180128T223347Z
UID:10000630-1518706800-1518710400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: IPM field walk (Virginia)
DESCRIPTION:South Australian growers are invited to attend a field walk through one of the Integrated Pest Management trials conducted as part of AUSVEG SA’s Australia-first IPM program. \nDate: Thursday 15 February 2018\n Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm\n Location: T Musolino and Co\, Broster Road Virginia \nGrowers will have an opportunity to see how IPM pest management techniques have been successfully applied in a field brassica commercial growing operation and learn more about the project from interstate IPM experts\, local agronomists and growers involved in the trial. \nAUSVEG SA has a number of places available for growers who would like to trial IPM production practices in the final year of its project\, so the field walk provides an opportunity to see the results of IPM production practices in action and learn about how to participate in the final trials available as part of the project. \nTo register for this event\, please contact the AUSVEG SA Office on 0404 772 308 or email ausvegsa@ausveg.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-ipm-field-walk-virginia/
LOCATION:T Musolino and Co\, Broster Road\, Virginia\, SA\, 5120\, Australia
CATEGORIES:SA
ORGANIZER;CN="AUSVEG SA":MAILTO:ausvegsa@ausveg.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180216
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180202T025638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180202T025638Z
UID:10000641-1518566400-1518739199@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Organic symposium (Canberra)
DESCRIPTION:Organic industry members and stakeholders\, including organic vegetable growers\, are encouraged to attend an upcoming symposium to discuss the future of the sector and the formation of a new peak body. \nThe Australian Government has announced a range of initiatives to drive the profitability\, resilience and sustainability of the organic sector\, including committing $30.8 million under the Agriculture White Paper to increase access to premium markets. \nThis symposium is being convened to discuss the future of the government’s organic program and to deliberate on the formation of a new organic industry peak body to represent the industry. For more information on the symposium\, please click here. To register to attend\, visit the symposium’s EventBrite page.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/organic-symposium-canberra/
LOCATION:Old Parliament House\, 18 King George Terrace\, Parkes\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20180213T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20180214T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180201T040055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180201T041404Z
UID:10000633-1518510600-1518625800@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Chemical handling workshop (Coal River region)
DESCRIPTION:VegPRO’s face-to-face courses are designed for the vegetable industry to raise awareness of the potential hazards and risks of chemicals and how to apply them safely. \nThis course includes safe chemical handling\, storage and transport as well as safe application of chemicals using correct personal protective equipment and understanding chemical labels. This course includes ACCHM303 Prepare and Apply Chemicals and ACHM304 Transport and Store Chemicals. \nFor more information\, see the EventBrite page.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/chemical-handling-workshop-coal-river-region/
LOCATION:Coal River Region\, TAS\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS,VegNET
ORGANIZER;CN="VegPRO":MAILTO:sophiel@rmcg.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180215
DTSTAMP:20260407T042459
CREATED:20180115T044930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180115T044930Z
UID:10000628-1518480000-1518652799@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Sustainable Farm Families (Woomelang)
DESCRIPTION:The National Centre for Farmer Health (NCFH) coordinates the Sustainable Farm Family program to encourage farmers to view farm family health as part of the ‘triple bottom line’ of farm reporting. \nThese workshops aim to help farmers identify and track indicators of their family’s health and include these indicators in their far management to ensure the ongoing health\, wellbeing and safety of their family. The program as a whole also aims to collect and provide information on the relationship between family health\, health as a social issue in rural communities and farm productivity. \nThe NCFH is holding a series of workshops in late January and early February in Victoria. For more information\, please see the NCFH website.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-sustainable-farm-families-woomelang/
LOCATION:Woomelang Bush Nursing Centre\, Proctor St\, Woomelang\, VIC\, 3485\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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