Adelaide: Retail Negotiation Skills Workshops
2024-05-02 - 2024-05-03 | TBC
To expand your skills in managing commercial sales relationships with retailers, AUSVEG is hosting two-day Retail Negotiation Skills Workshops in 2024, in collaboration with NextGen’s Neil Rechlin.

Most growers are very good at negotiating the price of farm equipment and understanding the latest technology. However, it is often not the case when dealing with retailers. Effective engagement will ensure growers get a fairer return for their hard work to grow fresh produce.
AUSVEG, in partnership with NextGen, recently conducted a training course in Melbourne for growers to learn retailer negotiation skills.
Presenter Neil Rechlin says that many growers receive the contract details from the retailer, but often don’t understand them, or the strategy that underpins the discussion. To be in a better position, grower knowledge of what drives retailer behaviour and their tactics goes a long way to improving the outcome for the grower.
Neil says there is consistent poor behaviour from retailers because they face no punishment, and no consequences. The ability to police and fine retailers for poor behaviour would be a significant step forward that can only be achieved through making the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct mandated. Under the legal framework, the current voluntary code does not allow for fines to be levied against retailers for a breach.
“It really does come down to the supplier understanding where they can benefit, what the change of behaviour from their trading partnership should look like, and then being in the position to start enforcing that. Many fear upsetting the retailer and pushing their rights too far and risking the contract.”
For the past seven years Neil has led the NextGen involvement in the Grocery Code of Conduct, working with manufacturers, industry bodies and the ACCC to continue the evolution of the Code in Australia. Neil has a passion for helping suppliers in their sometimes challenging engagements, with the major retailers and wholesalers.
Download the course details pdf here: Negotiation_AusVeg_23
Please indicate your Expression of Interest by emailing publicaffairs@ausveg.com.au. Don’t forget to include which event you are interested in attending.

The Great Trentham Spudfest
2024-05-04 - 2024-05-05 | Trentham, Trentham, Australia
This year marks the 16th iteration of the popular community festival that brings together local potato growers, artisans, music, food vendors, and local history to showcase the region’s finest offerings and products across the weekend of 4-5 May 2024.

Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) Symposium
2024-05-08 - 2024-05-09 | Cairns Convention Centre, Sheridan St &, Wharf St, Cairns City, QLD, 4870, Australia
The program will focus on key areas, such as:

preparedness
diagnostics
surveillance
sustainable pest management
capability building

The PBRI members, including seven plant Research and Development Corporations and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, support Australian plant industries, worth $43.8 billion, by prioritising and investing in high impact biosecurity research together. The PBRI provides a collaboration platform to coordinate RD&E investment with cross – industry impact.
The Symposium will highlight selected this research from PBRI’s $69.4 million of coordinated investment in plant biosecurity.
Industries featured in the program and supported by PBRI are – horticulture, forest plantations, grains, wine, sugarcane, cotton, and new and emerging plant industries.
The program will reflect PBRI’s valued partnerships with Plant Health Australia, Better Border Biosecurity (B3) New Zealand, Euphresco, ACIAR and the Australian Plant Health Committee.
There will be a dedicated session on future plant biosecurity leaders which includes presentations and posters from up-and-coming leaders studying or working in the field of biosecurity.
Contact: jo.luck@pbri.com.au

REGISTER TO ATTEND
The Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) invite you to register to attend the 2024 Plant Biosecurity Research Symposium (8-9 May 2024).
Please note that all fees are in Australian Dollars and inclusive of GST
Registration fees:

Early Bird Registration Fee (available until 31 March 2024): $495
Standard Registration Fee: $595
Student Registration Fee: $195

Registration inclusions:

Full registrations include access to all symposium sessions on 8-9 May 2024, plus morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea on both days.
Full time students are eligible for discounted registration. You will be required to provide your student ID upon arrival at the symposium.
Early bird discount applies for registrations received by 31 March 2024. After this date the full registration fee will apply.
Please note that places are limited for this symposium, so early registration is recommended to confirm your participation.

Symposium Dinner:

The Symposium Dinner will be held on the evening of Wednesday 8 May 2024 at Cairns Convention Centre
Tickets can be purchased for $95 per person.

Vegetable Soilborne Disease Master Class
2024-05-08 - 2024-05-09 | Technology Park Adelaide Conference Centre, Technology Park Adelaide Conference Centre, Mawson Lakes Blvd, Mawson Lakes, Adelaide, SA 5095
Learn about the importance of soilborne disease for vegetable and onion crops. Participants will hear from leading scientists and growers on the new developments in soilborne disease management. Working together, participants will then apply learnings to vegetable and onion growing soils. This 2-day masterclass is aimed at vegetable growers, onion growers, and agronomists.

Date and time

Wed, 8 May 2024 8:30 AM – Thu, 9 May 2024 3:30 AM ACST

Location

Technology Park Adelaide – Offices and Conference Centre
Mawson Lakes Boulevard Mawson Lakes, SA 5095

Input use efficiency workshop (Tas) – a focus on nutrition and irrigation
2024-05-15 12:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Forthside, TAS
Keen to cut the costs of inputs and produce more sustainably?
Well, the presenters are keen to assist potato, vegetable and onion growers and agronomists who have been struggling with these issues.
The session will be informative and interactive with a focus on how growers can get the most out of the inputs they are applying, while minimising waste, and maintaining yields and quality.
So, come along with any questions, concerns and comments and be prepared to share those with fellow growers and agronomists during the workshop.
Topics include:
Doris and Tim, during their nutrition presentation, will focus on:

Timing of application aligned to crop growth stages
Removal rates
Monitoring and sampling
Methods of application
Nutrient function

Marek and Tim will head the irrigation discussion, focusing on:

Use of ag tech – probes and weather stations for monitoring soil moisture and other conditions: How do they work? What data is obtained? How do you interpret the data? How can they help with decision making?

Also, there will be a discussion on different needs for different crops and varieties.
And we will also hear leading growers’ experiences with the above topics.

NT Field Day
2024-05-17 | Katherine Research Station
Katherine Research Station
Bus tours of current research projects

AM – cropping – cotton, peanut, sesame trials
PM – horticulture – mango, avocado, agave, ginger trials

In-field display by XAG Drones
Information displays from Plant Industries, Livestock Industries and Biosecurity

When: Friday 17th May 2024, 10am start
Where: Katherine Research Station – Patterson Building
Contact: Mook.Crothers@nt.gov.au or (08) 8973 9741

Mildura Field Days
2024-05-17 - 2024-05-18 | Mildura Racecourse
Sunraysia’s viticulture industries have united to host a sideline agtech demonstration event at the Mildura Field Days on Friday 17 May from 2pm-4:30pm (Mildura Racecourse).
The exhibitors will present on autonomous vehicles with multi-use applications, plant sensors for irrigation management, postharvest packaging and cool chain monitoring solutions, pest/disease management options, and operations/labour management tools.

Proposed demonstrations are:

Autonomous robot with selective weed spraying – Burro, AME

Variable rate sprayer – Agriculture Victoria

Autonomous tractor – Oxin, Smart Machines & Duxton

Lidar-guided pruning – La Trobe University & DFA

Autonomous tractor- Go Track , AME

Other exhibitors include:

Infra-red plant sensors- Athena IR

Real time cool chain monitoring – Real Time Data Loggers

Digital farm management – Fieldin

Digital picking management and product traceability – AgPick

Autonomous, real time fruit fly detection – Rapid Aim

Fruit packing robot – WootZano

Admission to the Field Days is $10
For further information on the Mildura Field Days go to: Mildura Field Days – Home

IFPA Produce Executive Program
2024-05-19 - 2024-05-24 | Waurn Ponds Deakin University Geelong Campus, 75 Pigdons Rd, Waurn Ponds, VIC, 3216, Australia
Leadership program for managers and high performers across the supply chain of the fruit, vegetable, flower, nut and nursery industries in Australia and New Zealand.
The International Fresh Produce Assocation (IFPA) Produce Executive Program is a fully residential business school style executive program with a unique blend of skill development, industry learning and networking led by world class teachers alongside senior industry leaders. The format contains a mix of interactive lectures, syndicate groups, case studies, group assignment workshops and industry discussion sessions.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Middle to senior managers across the supply chain and from all segments of the fruit, vegetable, flower, nut and nursery industries in Australia and New Zealand. The program is limited to a maximum of 42 participants.

Powerful Pollinators Webinar
2024-05-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
The Wheen Bee Foundation are hosting a FREE Webinar!
To Register click here
Join Lea Hannah Project Manager Powerful Pollinators, Dr Anna Carrucan, Second-generation beekeeper & botanist, ecologist and conservation agriculturalist and Dr Megan Halcroft from Bees Business, for a webinar to:

Find out how pollinators can play a role in healthy farm enterprises;
Discover how to encourage pollinator populations on your property;
Be introduced to our new planting guides and how they can be used on farm; and
Find out how to apply for tree grants that support pollinator habitat restorations.

Speaker #1 Dr Anna Carrucan
Dr Anna Carrucan, a second-generation beekeeper, with a PhD in botany, as well as a qualified teacher and educator, and science communicator. Read more about Anna here.
Speaker #2 Dr Megan Halcroft from Bees Business
Dr Megan Halcroft began her PhD candidature at UWS in 2008, studying A. australis and their potential as an alternative (to the honey bee) crop pollinator. She has been looking at their foraging behaviour and energy expenditure, compared to other Australian stingless bee species. Read more about Megan here.
Speaker #3 Lea Hannah, Project Manager Powerful Pollinators
Lea Hannah is a pollination biologist fascinated by all aspects of plant-pollinator interactions and improving biodiversity within both natural and agricultural landscapes. Lea is a PhD candidate at Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment at Western Sydney University. Read more about Lea here
Bring your questions!

World Bee Day
2024-05-20 | VIC
May 20 marks the seventh annual World Bee Day, a day to celebrate the vital role bees play in food production, biodiversity and ecosystem health.

Bees are important to our livelihood as they help to pollinate most of the crops we eat and many that feed farm animals. Nearly two-thirds of Australia’s agricultural production benefits from bee pollination.
But bee populations are under threat. Destruction of their natural habitat, intensive farming practices, and pests and diseases are just some of the complex reasons driving a decline in both the number and diversity of bees.
Without bees, our food security is at risk.

Ground Nesting Bees of Australia and the World
2024-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Webinar
The Wheen Bee Foundation is hosting a free event!
To register click here
The majority of the world’s bees build their nests underground. Of Australia’s 2,000 native bee species, about 70% are ground nesting.
Learn more about the diverse ground nesting bee species of Australia and the world in this free webinar.
Join Dr Megan Halcroft from Bees Business and our guest Speakers:
Dr Jordan Kueneman from Cornell University, will be talking about his project “GNBee”, and how they are trying to increase the community awareness, nest mapping and conservation of ground nesting bees.
Dr Terry Houston from the Western Australian Museum, will be talking about some of our amazing ground nesting bees, in the family Stenotritidae.
Thomas Mesaglio a PhD candidate from the University of NSW specialises in citizen science he will be sharing his experience in using community collected data for the conservation of insect species.
Bring your questions!

Bee Friendly Farming: The role of bees in Australian food production systems
2024-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Join Lea Hannah, Bee Friendly Farming Farm Technical Liaison Officer, Dr Romina Rader, Professor (Research) in Community Ecology , University of New England, Dr Cameron Spurr, Managing Director of seedPurity and Dr Julian Brown, University of Melbourne, Research Fellow in Urban Ecology School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences. Bees play an important role in food production. Most of the crops we eat are pollinated by bees, with nearly two-thirds of Australia’s agricultural production benefiting from bee pollination. Bees also play important roles in seed production as well as the quality of fruit and vegetables.
To register click here
Speaker #1 – Dr. Romina Rader – Importance of bees in Australian food productions systems.
Dr Romina Rader is a community ecologist and her research focuses on plant–animal interactions in
natural and human-modified landscapes. She is interested generally in the ecology of plants and animals
in different types of habitats and landscapes and how they respond to differing management practices
and global change. Her current projects relate to wild and managed insect pollinators, their efficiency at
pollinating horticultural crops and the ecology and conservation of remnant vegetation. For more information about Romina click here.
Speaker #2 – Dr. Cameron Spurr – Importance of bees in carrot seed production in Tasmania
Dr. Cameron Spurr is the Managing Director of seedPurity. seedPurity is a leading provider of applied seed technology to the forestry and vegetable seed industries in Australia and New Zealand. Their experienced and enthusiastic team is committed to delivering quality service to their clients with over 50 years of combined experience in applied seed research and technology. For more information about Cameron click here.
Speaker #3 Dr. Julian Brown – The Bees and the Berries – The importance of native bees in the pollination of raspberry and blackberry crops in the Yarra Valley of Victoria.
Dr Julian Brown is an an ecologist interested in the conservation and management of biodiversity and ecosystem services in human-modified systems. He works in agricultural landscapes, urban landscapes, and semi-natural landscapes managed with fire. Most of his work focuses on interactions between plants and pollinators as these provide model systems for understanding ecosystem services more generally. For more information about Julian click here.
This FREE Webinar is hosted by The Wheen Bee Foundation.

Seed Potato Workshop (WA): Storage and Diseases
2024-05-29 12:30 - 16:30 | Manjimup Horticultural Research Institute, 28527 S Western Hwy, Middlesex, WA, Australia
Join the PotatoLink team for a workshop on Western Australian seed storage and seed diseases.
Lunch from 12:30 pm, talks will start from 1:00 pm.
Jenny Ekman, Applied Horticultural Research postharvest physiologist, will discuss best practice cool room & potato seed management after removal from cool store.
David Tooke, a DPIRD seed inspector, will talk about potato diseases.
DPIRD plant pathologist, Wossen Mengesha, will give an update on their recent work on potatoes and PredictaPt
After the conclusion of the talks a tour of Coldahold coolstore in Manjimup has been organised.

Date: Wednesday 29 May 2024
Time: 12:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: Manjimup Horticultural Research Institute – 28527 S Western Hwy Middlesex WA
Registration: Click here to register

International Day of Potato
2024-05-30 | VIC
On 30 May, we spotlight the potato, Solanum tuberosum (L.) – a crop regularly consumed by billions of people. Potatoes are a key crop across diverse farming systems globally, ranging from smallholders producing diverse heirloom varieties by hand in the Andes, to vast commercial, mechanized farms in different continents. As the third most consumed food crop globally, potatoes contribute to the food security and nutrition as well as and livelihoods and employment of people in rural and urban areas the world over.
The Day is an opportunity to build on the International Year of the Potato, which was observed in 2008. The observance will also be used to underscore the importance of the crop to combating hunger and poverty and addressing environmental threats to agrifood systems. The roles of small-scale family farmers, a significant proportion of whom are women, in safeguarding the wide spectrum of the crop’s diversity, will also be recognized, while the cultural and culinary dimensions of the crop’s cultivation and consumption will be celebrated.

Gippsland Food and Fibre Awards 2024 - Celebratory Dinner
2024-05-31 18:00 - 22:30 | Maffco Brewery and Taphouse, Railway Place, MaffraMaffra, VIC, 3860, Australia
Join us, along with our event sponsors, for a night of celebration as we announce this year’s winners of the Gippsland Food and Fibre Awards!
Enjoy live music and great company in the heart of Gippsland, with a delicious menu featuring the trusted provenance of our region.
Presentations will be made throughout the evening.
Tickets are a fixed price of $95.00 per delegate, which includes complimentary drinks on arrival and a three-course meal.
If you have questions regarding the celebratory dinner, please contact Deanne Kennedy, Jaydee Events: mobile 0419 878 055 or email deanne@jaydee.net.au.
Tickets are strictly limited – secure your place for this premier food and fibre event!

Hort Connections 2024
2024-06-03 - 2024-06-05 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006, South Wharf, VIC, 3006, Australia
In 2017, AUSVEG and International Fresh Produce Association A-NZ joined forces to establish Hort Connections – the largest horticulture conference and trade show in Australasia.
Hort Connections 2024 will be hosted between 3-5 June at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC). Hort Connections has grown to a 3,000-delegate event and welcomes more than two times the number of growers than it did at the time of conception. Hort Connections 2019 was hosted at the MCEC and was the largest conference ever produced. We are excited to return in 2024 for a bigger and better conference than ever before.
All areas of horticulture will be recognised and celebrated at the conference, bringing together members from right across the vegetable, fruit and floral sectors. Hort Connections will yet again proudly showcase exciting new products, services and technologies to help shape the Australian and New Zealand industry – highlighting solutions in agricultural technology, finance, labour, energy and environmental sustainability.
Attendee analysis indicates a diverse cross-section of the produce industry attend Hort Connections, with those identifying as a grower/packer/processor forming the largest segment.
Join us as we gather in Melbourne to hold what will be the best opportunity of the year to expand your markets, and connect with current and prospective business partners, clients, and peers.

'Forage to Farming' Forum and Field Day
2024-06-12 08:30 - 16:00 | Katherine, Katherine, NT, Australia
Join NT Farmers for a day of learning and networking at the ‘Forage to Farming’ Forum and Field Day on June 12, 2024.

Keynote presentations from industry leaders and experts
Site visit to farm, feedlot and processing facility showcasing innovative business operations
‘Info Hub’ to access to latest information and expert advice
Panel discussions on the latest trends, innovations, and best practices in fodder production and its role in building market resilience

Networking dinner and drinks to follow. The event is FREE and supported by the Northern Hub and Future Drought Fund.

World Potato Congress
2024-06-23 - 2024-06-26 | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
The World Potato Congress is coming to Adelaide. Click here to view the program. Sessions will be held on climate change, research and development models, potato genetics, storage technology, innovations in pest and disease management and regenerative agriculture. There are post-congress tours available and a South Australian Produce Market Tour.

Managing Dry Times - East Coast
2024-06-27 16:00 - 19:30 | VIC
This event is an opportunity for farmers on the East Coast to come together, share a meal and learn from other farmers about some strategies to manage low availability of feed, which may assist in decision-making and planning.

National Renewables in Agriculture Conference and Expo
2024-07-04 | Armitage Centre – Empire Theatre
On-farm renewables are a valuable opportunity for farmers to cut costs and emissions.

This event brings together farmers, agriculture and energy consultants, peak bodies and Government representatives to share stories of on-farm renewables, their business case and discuss what’s driving the transformation of energy use in agriculture.
Large scale solar and wind developments present opportunities for farmers and regional communities if planned well with meaningful engagement around benefit sharing. These topics plus combining farming and solar, termed agrivoltaics, also forms part of the yearly Conference program.

Date:
Thursday 4 July 2024
Time:
Expo open from 8am
Conference sessions running from 9am to 5pm followed by a wine tasting and stand up canape networking light dinner until 7.30pm.
Location:
Armitage Centre – Empire Theatre
56 Neil Street.
Toowoomba Queensland

Friends of TasFarmers
2024-07-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Orford Blue Waters
Date: Friday, 5th July 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Orford Blue Waters
TasFarmers invites all members and friends to an evening of drinks, nibbles, and engaging conversation. This is a fantastic opportunity to catch up with fellow members, discuss the pressing issues facing our industry, and learn about the initiatives TasFarmers is undertaking to address these concerns.
Drinks and Nibbles: Enjoy a selection of beverages and light snacks while you mingle.
Industry Discussion: Participate in a relaxed discussion on the challenges our industry faces and how TasFarmers can help work towards solutions.
Networking: Connect with fellow farmers and industry stakeholders in a friendly, informal setting.
Admission:
Members: Free
Non-Members: Free
Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the community, we look forward to seeing you there. Your insights and contributions are invaluable as we navigate the future of our industry together.
RSVP: Please confirm your attendance by 02.07.2024 to ensure we can cater adequately for all attendees.
Let’s come together to share our experiences, learn from each other, and support the growth and sustainability of our industry. See you at Orford Blue Waters!

Winter Warmers Seminar: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in vegetables
2024-07-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Austral Hotel, Korumburra
Entomologist Dr. Paul Horne with describe what IPM in vegetables looks like and how growers can move from a reliance on pesticides to using a combination of biological and cultural controls with support from selective pesticides. The workshop will provide an analysis of key biological control agents and cultural options, with participants developing an IPM strategy for their crops during the workshop.

Austral Hotel, Korumburra: Wed July 10th from 11am to 2pm (lunch included)

To register for the Seminar Series, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au
Please advise of any dietary requirements when you register.

Session sponsored by BASF and Muirs

Winter Warmers Seminar: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in vegetables
2024-07-11 11:00 - 14:00 | The Criterion Hotel, Sale
Entomologist Dr. Paul Horne with describe what IPM in vegetables looks like and how growers can move from a reliance on pesticides to using a combination of biological and cultural controls with support from selective pesticides. The workshop will provide an analysis of key biological control agents and cultural options, with participants developing an IPM strategy for their crops during the workshop.

The Criterion Hotel, Sale: Thurs July 11th from 11am to 2pm (lunch included)

To register for the Seminar Series, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au
Please advise of any dietary requirements when you register.

Session sponsored by BASF and Muirs

Cultivate '24
2024-07-13 - 2024-07-16 | Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, OH, United States
Want to see what’s up-and-coming in plant material, hard goods, products, and more?

Turf Queensland Paddock to Pitch Field Day 2024
2024-07-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Wild Horse Turf, Glass House Mountains
Get ready for an immersive experience at the Turf Queensland Paddock to Pitch Field Day 2024, where we’ll explore cutting-edge horticulture technology shaping the future of the industry.
Join us as we delve into innovative solutions that are transforming paddocks into high-tech hubs.

Event Highlights:
– Tech-Talk Sessions: Engage with industry leaders and experts as they share insights into the latest advancements in horticulture technology. Discover how these innovations are reshaping the landscape and paving the way for a sustainable future.
– Field Demonstrations: Experience firsthand the power of modern horticulture equipment and machinery. From precision, robotic farming equipment to state-of-the-art drone technology, witness how technology is optimising every aspect of turf production.
– Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, growers, and technology enthusiasts. Share ideas, build collaborations, and be part of the growing community that believes in the transformative power of technology in horticulture.
– Expo Zone: Explore a vibrant expo featuring leading horticulture technology providers. Discover new products, services, and solutions that will elevate your turf management game to unprecedented heights.

Hydroponic Farmers Federation Conference 2024
2024-07-23 - 2024-07-25 | Tabcorp Park Melton, 2 Ferris Rd, Melton, VIC, Australia
The Hydroponic Farmers Federation Executive Committee are excited to announce the 13th Biennial HFF Conference will be held from Tuesday 23rd July – Thursday 25th July, 2024 at Tabcorp Park in Melton.
Following the successful outcomes of the 2022 conference, we are very confident of repeating this experience. In fact, with the knowledge gained, we can’t wait to present the 2024 conference! We will continue to expand and develop the conference format for 2024, offering our trade members the opportunity to invite their grower customers to conference, to learn, share and network with like-minded people; potentially extending the reach of this conference far beyond previous events, and throwing the conference doors open to non-HFF members.
John Elford, President on behalf of the HFF Executive Committee

Tech-Hub Live Conference and Expo
2024-07-29 - 2024-07-31 | VIC
Tech Hub LIVE offers an innovative, forward-looking experience with an expansive range of features encompassing all segments of data-driven agriculture and attracts the largest gathering of ag retailers, distributors, consultants, manufacturers, and other stakeholders in the ag supply chain, all committed to leveraging the latest tech innovations for practical business advantages on the farm.

Winter Warmers Seminar: Mapping and analysis of soil organic carbon
2024-08-01 16:00 - 18:00 | The Criterion Hotel, Sale
VegNET Gippsland has partnered with Downforce Technologies, Muir’s, and Elders to give growers the opportunity to learn how to improve their farm’s overall soil health and long-term productivity through mapping and managing soil organic carbon (SOC). Come and see a practical seven-year SOC analysis of a local vegetable farm and complete an expression of interest to have your farm mapped & analysed.

The Criterion Hotel, Sale: Thus Aug 1st from 4pm to 6pm + drinks + nibbles.

To register from the Seminar Series, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au
Please advise of any dietary requirements when you register.

Drinks & nibbles sponsored by Rabobank.

Winter Warmer Seminar: Plant health in vegetable production
2024-08-07 11:00 - 14:00 | Austral Hotel, Korumburra
Joel Williams from Integrated Soils will outline what is meant by plant health and how to achieve it. Plants produce a suite of specialised and sophisticated defence biochemicals to protect themselves, deter pest and attract beneficials; however, they cannot optimise these protective processes without key nutrients and beneficial organisms which support plant health and immunity.

Austral Hotel, Korumburra: Wed Aug 7th from 11am – 2pm (lunch included)

To register for the Seminar Series, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au
Please advise of any dietary requirements when you register.

Lunch sponsored by Rabobank.

Winter Warmer Seminar: Plant health in vegetable production
2024-08-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Agriculture Victoria, Maffra
Joel Williams from Integrated Soils will outline what is meant by plant health and how to achieve it. Plants produce a suite of specialised and sophisticated defence biochemicals to protect themselves, deter pest and attract beneficials; however, they cannot optimise these protective processes without key nutrients and beneficial organisms which support plant health and immunity.

Agriculture Victoria, Maffra: Thurs Aug 8th from 11am – 2pm (lunch included)

To register for the Seminar Series, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au
Please advise of any dietary requirements when you register.

Lunch sponsored by Rabobank.
