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SUMMARY:Workshop: Growing right SA – getting a better crop stand\, which optimises quality & yield
DESCRIPTION:South Australian potato growers are invited to join Dom Cavallaro (Stoller)\, Ian Simpson (Mitolo)\, and Peter Philp (PotatoLink)\, for an online discussion with potato seed growers on seed management\, quality and timing of supply. \nWhen: 4.30pm-5.30pm AEST on Friday 1 October. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/workshop-growing-right-sa-getting-a-better-crop-stand-which-optimises-quality-yield/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210930T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210830T065006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T065006Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Recent arrival of exotic pests — psyllid\, leafminer & fall armyworm
DESCRIPTION:Register to join an upcoming webinar to learn about managing Australia’s new exotic pests\, direct from the experts. \nCallum Fletcher from AUSVEG\, and Dr Siva Subramaniam and John Duff from the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries will talk about industry’s role in the exotic incursion of tomato potato psyllid\, and the latest research on managing fall armyworm and serpentine leafminer in vegetable crops. \nDate: Thursday 30 September \nTime: 4pm – 5pm AEST \nRegister here.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-recent-arrival-of-exotic-pests-psyllid-leafminer-fall-armyworm/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210929T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210922T045135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T045135Z
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SUMMARY:NSW ‘Town Hall style’ advisor workshop online: Early blight
DESCRIPTION:Join a short online presentation on aspects of early blight followed by a panel discussion\, from 4pm-5pm AEST Wednesday 29 September. \nWith a New South Wales focus\, this session has two parts: Len Tesoriero will give a short presentation on early blight aspects\, which will be followed by a longer panel discussion and interactive Q&A with Len\, Marc Hinderager and Peter O’Brien. \nThe session will cover: \n\nHow symptoms develop through growth stages.\nHosting weeds.\nFungicide efficacy and resistance.\nBrown spot (alternaria alternata).\nNutrients that exacerbate (nitrogen and phosphorus).\nEconomics.\nVariety susceptibility.\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/nsw-town-hall-style-advisor-workshop-online-early-blight/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210928T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210922T045432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T045432Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Precision Ag for the potato industry - practical soil mapping and adoption
DESCRIPTION:Register to join an upcoming webinar from 12noon-1pm AEST on Tuesday 28 September\, to learn about precision agriculture technologies for the potato industry. \nPotatoLink regional representative Frank Mulcahy will present on practical soil mapping and adoption. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-precision-ag-for-the-potato-industry-practical-soil-mapping-and-adoption/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210924T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210922T044958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T044958Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual field walk: Microwave weeding technology demo\, NSW
DESCRIPTION:Watch the next-generation microwave technology at work during a virtual field walk in Corwa\, New South Wales from 12noon-1pm AEST on Friday 24 September. \nLiam Hescock and the team from Growave will showcase the next-generation microwave technology in beetroot and asparagus fields in Cowra\, and answer questions from the audience. \nGrower Ed Fagan will discuss his experience and expectations with controlling wireweed\, caltrop (catheads) and nutgrass. \nMarc Hinderager from Applied Horticultural Research will facilitate and participate in the discussions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/virtual-field-walk-microwave-weeding-technology-demo-nsw/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210923T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210922T044814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T044814Z
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SUMMARY:Potato webinar: Getting your irrigation ready for the summer
DESCRIPTION:Irrigation is a major cost in potato production and has a big impact on potato yield and quality. \nJoin an upcoming webinar to help get all workers involved in potato irrigation on the same page\, and to help ensure the best return from your current potato crop. \nAs it warms up and your potato crop gets going\, webinar presenters – Dr Kelvin Montagu\, Marc Hinderager and Ray Nalder – will talk practical tools to help scheduling and monitoring irrigation in potatoes. \nDate: 12 noon-1pm AEST\, Thursday 23 September. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/potato-webinar-getting-your-irrigation-ready-for-the-summer/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210922T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210922T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210922T045615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T045615Z
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SUMMARY:You’re invited: ‘American Serpentine Leafminer: Are you prepared?’ webinar
DESCRIPTION:American serpentine leafminer (ASLM) is a harmful new pest that has just arrived in the country. \nIn our upcoming webinar from 3pm-4.15pm (AEST) on Wednesday 22 September\, you will learn from several industry and scientific experts of American serpentine leafminer as they each present on the pest. \nThey explain the nature of the pest and the broad range of crops that it attacks\, including vegetables\, ornamentals and other valuable commodities. \nInternational expert\, Robert Senn will discuss the European experience of managing ASLM\, while three local experts\, Dr Greg Chandler\, Senior Agronomist Penny Goldsmith and Dr Peter Ridland will explain current and past projects that are preparing the Australian vegetable industry for this pest\, what to look for\, and the future of management\, including what beneficial insects may help to control it. \nThere will be an in-field component and plenty of time for questions\, so come along and join the conversation about this important new pest threat to Australia. \nTo register to attend\, click here.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/youre-invited-american-serpentine-leafminer-are-you-prepared-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210925
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210707T024504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T024504Z
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SUMMARY:Greenhouse Technical Management Training Course – a Masterclass in Protected Cropping
DESCRIPTION:A 2021 technical training course in greenhouse and hydroponic production that is specifically designed to develop high level technical and management skills of: \n\nGrowers in protected cropping (greenhouse\, vertical farm\, hydroponic\, aquaponic).\nSuppliers of hydroponic equipment.\nAgronomists.\nHorticultural researchers and educators\, and includes new industry entrants.\n\nThis Protected Cropping Masterclass includes practical training\, discussions\, demonstrations and lectures supported by a 300-page workbook\, and other practical tools. It is conducted by two experienced industry presenters Graeme Smith (Graeme Smith Consulting) and Rick Donnan (Growool Horticultural Systems). \nTopics include growing media\, plant physiology\, nutrient management\, water quality\, irrigation\, EC & pH\, environmental management\, production systems and plant health. \nThis 4.5-day masterclass will help you: \n\nunderstand the principles of controlled production systems.\nuse new strategies and technologies to manage greenhouse climates and irrigation.\nunderstand plant growing requirements and plant production techniques.\ndevelop new strategies for plant protection and integrated pest-management.\nunderstand plant nutrition and fertigation programs.\n\nThis training is now in its 14th year in Australia and is continually reviewed\, revised and updated to include the latest ideas and technology. Please email Graeme Smith for further course details: graeme@graemesmithconsulting.com. \nCourse cost: AU$1\,995 (+ GST). \nCOVID-19: Organisers are running a ‘COVID-Safe’ event by following all of the prevailing recommendations for any indoor events\, and request all attendees follow any guidelines as directed by the course presenters and/or the venue management.\nIt is recommended that all attendees take out travel insurance in the event of an outbreak. \nPlease note: All courses require sufficient enrolments to commence and there are limited places in each course.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/greenhouse-technical-management-training-course-a-masterclass-in-protected-cropping-3/
LOCATION:Hawkesbury\, New South Wales\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Graeme Smith":MAILTO:graeme@graemesmithconsulting.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210909T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210909T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210712T061144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T025820Z
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SUMMARY:Vegetable industry pest & disease management breakfast @ SA Produce Markets
DESCRIPTION:Join us for breakfast at the South Australian Produce Market from 7-9am (ACST) on Thursday 9 September. \nHear from industry experts on disease diagnosis in horticulture\, sample submissions\, pathogens\, and on-farm biosecurity. \nLearn how to access SARDI Entomology’s invertebrate diagnostic service\, receive advice on management options for sclerotinia and downy mildew\, and get involved in an interactive activity on tomato spotted wilt virus. \nBreakfast\, tea\, and coffee provided! \nLocation: South Australian Produce Market – Market Café\, Burma Road\, Pooraka SA 5095. \nClick here to download the flyer. \nTo register\, email or text/call Maddy on 0437 004 174 or at madeleine.quirk@ausveg.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/vegetable-industry-pest-disease-management-breakfast-sa-produce-markets/
LOCATION:SA Produce Markets – Market Café\, Burma Road\, Pooraka\, South Australia\, 5095
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210902T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210902T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210811T045326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T045326Z
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SUMMARY:Online workshop: North Queensland – Getting a better crop stand\, which optimises quality & yield
DESCRIPTION:Register to join an upcoming online workshop from 4:30pm-5:30pm (AEST) on Thursday 02 September for a discussion with crisping potato growers on seed management\, quality and timing of supply. \nPresenters: Dom Cavallaro (Stoller)\, Tony Gietzel (Pepsico) and Ben Dowling (Dowling AgriTech). \nThere will be Q&A. \nClick here to register. \n\nAustralian potato industry communication and extension project (PT20000) is a strategic levy investment in the Hort Innovation Potato – Fresh and Potato – Processing Funds. \n 
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/online-workshop-north-queensland-getting-a-better-crop-stand-which-optimises-quality-yield/
CATEGORIES:QLD,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210902T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210825T062738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T062738Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Field & landscape management for beneficial arthropods
DESCRIPTION:On-farm insectaries are areas of flowering plants that attract and maintain beneficial insect populations by providing shelter from highly disturbed crop areas as well as alternative food sources\, namely pollen and nectar. \nThe goal of on-farm insectaries is to enhance diversity and abundance of beneficial insects on your farm to build resilience\, particularly against seasonal variations and pest incursions. \nJoin VegNET Victoria (Northern\, Western and South-Eastern) for a webinar from 12noon-1pm AEST on Thursday 2 September to learn more about on-farm insectaries and how to get started\, including the benefits of planting native vegetation. \nClick here to download the flyer. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-field-landscape-management-for-beneficial-arthropods/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210904
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210707T024406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T024406Z
UID:10000847-1630281600-1630713599@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Greenhouse Technical Management Training Course – a Masterclass in Protected Cropping
DESCRIPTION:A 2021 technical training course in greenhouse and hydroponic production that is specifically designed to develop high level technical and management skills of: \n\nGrowers in protected cropping (greenhouse\, vertical farm\, hydroponic\, aquaponic).\nSuppliers of hydroponic equipment.\nAgronomists.\nHorticultural researchers and educators\, and includes new industry entrants.\n\nThis Protected Cropping Masterclass includes practical training\, discussions\, demonstrations and lectures supported by a 300-page workbook\, and other practical tools. It is conducted by two experienced industry presenters Graeme Smith (Graeme Smith Consulting) and Rick Donnan (Growool Horticultural Systems). \nTopics include growing media\, plant physiology\, nutrient management\, water quality\, irrigation\, EC & pH\, environmental management\, production systems and plant health. \nThis 4.5-day masterclass will help you: \n\nunderstand the principles of controlled production systems.\nuse new strategies and technologies to manage greenhouse climates and irrigation.\nunderstand plant growing requirements and plant production techniques.\ndevelop new strategies for plant protection and integrated pest-management.\nunderstand plant nutrition and fertigation programs.\n\nThis training is now in its 14th year in Australia and is continually reviewed\, revised and updated to include the latest ideas and technology. Please email Graeme Smith for further course details: graeme@graemesmithconsulting.com. \nCourse cost: AU$1\,995 (+ GST). \nCOVID-19: Organisers are running a ‘COVID-Safe’ event by following all of the prevailing recommendations for any indoor events\, and request all attendees follow any guidelines as directed by the course presenters and/or the venue management.\nIt is recommended that all attendees take out travel insurance in the event of an outbreak. \nPlease note: All courses require sufficient enrolments to commence and there are limited places in each course.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/greenhouse-technical-management-training-course-a-masterclass-in-protected-cropping-2/
LOCATION:Virginia\, South Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:SA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Graeme Smith":MAILTO:graeme@graemesmithconsulting.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210826T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210826T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210811T045144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T045829Z
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SUMMARY:Online workshop: South Australia – Getting a better crop stand\, which optimises quality & yield
DESCRIPTION:Register to join an upcoming online workshop from 4:30pm-5:30pm (AEST) on Thursday 26 August for a discussion with crisping potato growers on seed management\, quality and timing of supply. \nPresenters: Dom Cavallaro (Stoller)\, Ian Simpson (Mitolo) and Peter Philp (PotatoLink). \nThere will be Q&A. \nContact Peter Philp for more information at peterp@potatolink.com.au. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/online-workshop-south-australia-getting-a-better-crop-stand-which-optimises-quality-yield/
CATEGORIES:SA,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210826T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210812T055108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T055108Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Reducing your energy costs in 2021 & beyond
DESCRIPTION:Is your business looking at ways to reduce operational costs and energy costs? \nIn a specially curated webinar for agriculture businesses\, delivered by AUSVEG VIC partner Choice Energy\, you will learn how you can save on your business energy costs now and into the future. \nIn this webinar you’ll gain: \n\nStrategies and tactics on how to reduce your energy costs.\nInsights on the energy market and how it impacts your business.\nInformed perspectives on the state of commercial solar and battery storage in Australia – where it’s come from and where it’s going.\n\nDiscover the range of financial incentives available to agriculture businesses to help cut costs and reduce environmental footprint. \nDate: Thursday 26 August.\nTime: 2pm-3pm AEST.\nWhere: Zoom\, details to be sent once you register here.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-reducing-your-energy-costs-in-2021-beyond/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210825T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210825T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210811T044645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T044645Z
UID:10000696-1629909000-1629912600@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Upcoming webinar: Advancements in ICP for profitable veg production
DESCRIPTION:Integrated crop protection (ICP) takes a holistic approach to plant health. \nIt builds on the principles of integrated pest management (IPM) combined with site-specific soil\, nutrition and irrigation management\, and decision making based on relevant monitoring data and forecasting. \nThere are a number of important advancements and lessons from Europe implementing a mandatory ICP approach in vegetable production systems. \nThe need to use ICP there has driven RD&E that can be applied in the Australian context. \nJoin an interactive webinar from 4.30pm-5.30pm (AEST) on Wednesday 25 August to hear from leading international researchers and practitioners from Europe and Australia on: \n\nBuilding ICP into your current production system.\nTools to manage the risk of insect pests\, diseases and weeds.\nRealising the benefits of an ICP approach.\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/upcoming-webinar-advancements-in-icp-for-profitable-veg-production/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210825T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210706T041216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T053426Z
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SUMMARY:Farm pest & disease risk reduction workshop - Korumburra\, Gippsland\, VIC
DESCRIPTION:Join VegNET Gippsland an an upcoming workshop in Korumburra\, Victoria\, to learn about farm pest and disease risk reduction in the region. \nThe workshops will cover several topics including: \n\nFarm pest and disease risk reduction.\nOwner reimbursement cost mechanisms.\nFood safety and traceability in vegetables.\nSerpentine leafminer regional update.\nFall armyworm and preparedness in advance of summer.\n\nKorumburra workshop: Wednesday 25 August\, 11:30 am – 1.30pm AEST at The Austral Hotel (34 Bridge Street\, Korumburra). \nPlease RSVP by 19 August to Bonnie at bonnie.dawson@foodandfibregippsland.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/farm-pest-disease-risk-reduction-workshop-korumburra-gippsland-vic/
LOCATION:The Austral Hotel\, 34 Bridge Street\, Korumburra\, Victoria\, 3136\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210824T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210806T054750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210806T054750Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Setting the direction of levy investment for the next five years
DESCRIPTION:Register here.\nHort Innovation is in the process of developing the next five-year Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for the Australian vegetable industry. The vegetable SIP is the roadmap that ensures levy investment decisions align with industry for research\, development\, extension\, and marketing (Domestic and International) investment priorities. \nAn important part of the process is listening to what growers have to say. \nHort Innovation\, in collaboration with AUSVEG\, will be hosting a webinar from 3pm-4pm (AEST) on Tuesday 24 August to provide an update on the SIP renewal process and allow the vegetable industry and growers to provide final input. \nSpeakers:\nMark Spees\, Industry Strategic Partner\, Hort Innovation \nMark is the Industry Strategic Partner for the vegetable cluster\, which includes onions\, potatoes\, sweet potatoes\, processing tomatoes\, melons\, mushrooms and of course\, vegetables. He leads Hort Innovation’s collaboration with the vegetable cluster to identify and execute strategic investments that will bring benefit to his industries. \n  \nAdam Briggs\, Head of Data & Insights\, Hort Innovation \nAdam drives Hort Innovation’s Data & Insights function. He leads the management of the industry analysis R&D portfolio and the undertaking of investment analysis and supports the delivery of the Monitoring & Evaluation Framework. \n  \nBrei Montgomery\, Head of International Trade\, Hort Innovation \nBrei is the Head of International Trade at Hort Innovation. She focuses on building the profile and positive reputation for Australian Horticultural industries to advance global markets\, including incorporating strategic agility into planning in an increasingly virtual world. \n  \nByron de Kock\, Head of Research & Development\, Hort Innovation\nByron is the Head of Research and Development at Hort Innovation. He inspires the team to design and deliver world class R&D that has the highest potential to impact for growers\, our communities\, and the planet. Byron loves to listen to growers and find ways for the R&D program to make a difference for them now and in the future. \n  \nJane Wightman\, Head of Extension\, Hort Innovation\nJane is this Head of Extension and leads a regionally based team who are focused on increasing the on-ground impact of levy investments. The Extension team manage the Industry Development portfolio and collaborate with growers and industry stakeholders to identify\, prioritise and work towards finding solutions for cross industry regional problems. \n  \nRegistration link:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bAax1bpfRWeqgk_Vo7GoQg
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-setting-the-direction-of-levy-investment-for-the-next-five-years/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210824T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210824T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210723T045751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T053240Z
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SUMMARY:Farm pest & disease risk reduction workshop - Lindenow\, Gippsland\, VIC
DESCRIPTION:Join AUSVEG and VegNET Gippsland an an upcoming workshop in Lindenow\, Victoria\, to learn about farm pest and disease risk reduction in the region. \nThe workshops will cover several topics including: \n\nFarm pest and disease risk reduction.\nOwner reimbursement cost mechanisms.\nFood safety and traceability in vegetables.\nSerpentine leafminer regional update.\nFall armyworm and preparedness in advance of summer.\n\nLindenow workshop: Tuesday 24 August\, 11:30 am – 1.30pm AEST at The Lindenow Hall (150 Bairnsdale-Dargo Rd). \nPlease RSVP by 19 August to Bonnie at bonnie.dawson@foodandfibregippsland.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/farm-pest-disease-risk-reduction-workshop-lindenow-gippsland-vic/
LOCATION:Lindenow Hall\, 150 Bairnsdale-Dargo Rd\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210819T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210811T044914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T044914Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Controlling Pests in Potatoes
DESCRIPTION:Join a webinar from 12 noon – 1pm (AEST) on Thursday 19 August which will outline the elements of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in any crop\, but particularly in potatoes. \nDiscussing specific examples from Australian potato production\, the webinar will cover the most important biological\, cultural and chemical options available to growers. \nExamples of how pesticides can be chosen based on their IPM fit will also be discussed. \nThe webinar will be presented by experienced entomologist Dr Paul Horne\, who is the owner and director of IPM Technologies Pty Ltd. \nHe has been involved with the development and implementation of IPM in a wide range of crops but specialising in potato crops in Australia for over 30 years. \nFor more information\, email Dr Horne at paul@ipmtechnologies.com.au. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-controlling-pests-in-potatoes/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210818T084500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210727T015148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T015148Z
UID:10000692-1629276300-1629298800@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Fresh Produce Safety Conference (online)
DESCRIPTION:FPSC hosting upcoming virtual Fresh Produce Safety Conference\nThe Fresh Produce Safety Centre is hosting this year’s Fresh Produce Safety Conference online on 18 August 2021. \nThis year’s conference theme is Future Directions for Produce Safety and the conference is set to be an exciting day of industry professionals gathering to present and discuss the key issues facing the future safe production of fresh produce. \nTopics include: \n\nProduce safety: what’s at stake?\nFuture food safety: new research on environmental impacts on fresh produce food safety.\nFood safety for growers – what’s ahead?\nNext gen food safety researchers.\n\nClick here to visit the conference website. \nTickets are here and view the full conference program here.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/fresh-produce-safety-conference-online/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210820
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210629T024006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T025000Z
UID:10000839-1629244800-1629417599@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Soil Biology in Vegetable Production Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Register to join the Soil Wealth ICP’s a two-day online masterclass from 1.30pm-5pm AEST on 18-19 August focusing on soil biology in vegetable production. \nThis masterclass will highlight the importance of soil biology in producing consistently high yielding vegetable crops using fewer inputs. \nParticipants will hear from leading growers and scientists on the new developments in soil biology\, and their application\, and then work together to apply this to vegetable growing soils. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/soil-biology-in-vegetable-production-masterclass/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210807
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210707T024257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T014909Z
UID:10000846-1627862400-1628294399@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Greenhouse Technical Management Training Course – a Masterclass in Protected Cropping
DESCRIPTION:A 2021 technical training course in greenhouse and hydroponic production that is specifically designed to develop high level technical and management skills of: \n\nGrowers in protected cropping (greenhouse\, vertical farm\, hydroponic\, aquaponic).\nSuppliers of hydroponic equipment.\nAgronomists.\nHorticultural researchers and educators\, and includes new industry entrants.\n\nThis Protected Cropping Masterclass includes practical training\, discussions\, demonstrations and lectures supported by a 300-page workbook\, and other practical tools. It is conducted by two experienced industry presenters Graeme Smith (Graeme Smith Consulting) and Rick Donnan (Growool Horticultural Systems). \nTopics include growing media\, plant physiology\, nutrient management\, water quality\, irrigation\, EC & pH\, environmental management\, production systems and plant health. \nThis 4.5-day masterclass will help you: \n\nunderstand the principles of controlled production systems.\nuse new strategies and technologies to manage greenhouse climates and irrigation.\nunderstand plant growing requirements and plant production techniques.\ndevelop new strategies for plant protection and integrated pest-management.\nunderstand plant nutrition and fertigation programs.\n\nThis training is now in its 14th year in Australia and is continually reviewed\, revised and updated to include the latest ideas and technology. Please email Graeme Smith for further course details: graeme@graemesmithconsulting.com. \nCourse cost: AU$1\,995 (+ GST). \nCOVID-19: Organisers are running a ‘COVID-Safe’ event by following all of the prevailing recommendations for any indoor events\, and request all attendees follow any guidelines as directed by the course presenters and/or the venue management.\nIt is recommended that all attendees take out travel insurance in the event of an outbreak. \nPlease note: All courses require sufficient enrolments to commence and there are limited places in each course.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/greenhouse-technical-management-training-course-a-masterclass-in-protected-cropping/
LOCATION:Novotel Hotel and Resorts\, Geelong\, 10-14 Eastern Beach Road\, Geelong\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Graeme Smith":MAILTO:graeme@graemesmithconsulting.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210730T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210730T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210712T015805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T015805Z
UID:10000686-1627653600-1627662600@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Potato R&D forum: Managing pest and disease
DESCRIPTION:Join RM Consulting Group for two upcoming interactive online sessions on managing pest and disease and getting the best out of your soil. \nThis R&D forum for the Australian potato industry will help you to better manage pest and disease on farm by providing information on: \n\nNew techniques and products for promoting soil health.\nUpdates on soil borne disease research.\nCurrent and emerging pests.\n\nSession #1: Pest management | Thursday 29 July 2pm – 4:30pm AEST \nSession #2: Soil health and disease management | Friday 30 July 2pm – 4:30pm AEST\n\nClick here to register. \nClick here to download the event flyer.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/potato-rd-forum-managing-pest-and-disease-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210729T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210729T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210712T015719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T015719Z
UID:10000684-1627567200-1627576200@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Potato R&D forum: Managing pest and disease
DESCRIPTION:Join RM Consulting Group for two upcoming interactive online sessions on managing pest and disease and getting the best out of your soil. \nThis R&D forum for the Australian potato industry will help you to better manage pest and disease on farm by providing information on: \n\nNew techniques and products for promoting soil health.\nUpdates on soil borne disease research.\nCurrent and emerging pests.\n\nSession #1: Pest management | Thursday 29 July 2pm – 4:30pm AEST \nSession #2: Soil health and disease management | Friday 30 July 2pm – 4:30pm AEST\n\nClick here to register. \nClick here to download the event flyer.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/potato-rd-forum-managing-pest-and-disease/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210728T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210706T061538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T061538Z
UID:10000845-1627488000-1627491600@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Upcoming webinar: Disease Risk – lettuce viruses & bacteria
DESCRIPTION:Join an upcoming webinar to hear about the latest research on lettuce viruses and bacteria from the disease experts. \nDuring the webinar\, Dr Paul Campbell\, Dr Lara Senior and Dr Rebecca Roach from the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries will discuss managing lettuce necrotic yellows virus\, aphid virus-vectors\, and bacterial diseases of lettuce. \nThere will be a Q&A session following each speaker. \nDate: Wednesday 28 July 2021 at 4pm – 5pm AEST. \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/3de90hn.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/upcoming-webinar-disease-risk-lettuce-viruses-bacteria/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210728T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210629T022756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T022756Z
UID:10000838-1627488000-1627491600@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Disease Risk – lettuce viruses & bacteria
DESCRIPTION:Join an upcoming webinar to hear about the latest research on lettuce viruses and bacteria from the disease experts. \nDr Paul Campbell\, Dr Lara Senior and Dr Rebecca Roach from the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries will talk about managing lettuce necrotic yellows virus\, aphid virus-vectors\, and bacterial diseases of lettuce. \nThere will be a Q&A session following each speaker. \nDate: Wednesday 28 July 2021 at 4pm – 5pm AEST. \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/3de90hn
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-disease-risk-lettuce-viruses-bacteria/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210721T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210629T013952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T013952Z
UID:10000837-1626879600-1626886800@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Gumlu: Pest & disease workshop
DESCRIPTION:Industry and government are coming together to run a workshop to discuss significant pest and disease issues that are affecting horticulture in Gumlu and surrounding regions. \nGumlu workshop: Wednesday 21 July\, 3-5pm\, location TBD. \nWe will be bringing experts in their field to present on a range of threats that have arrived or are potentially about to. Topics will be of interest to a range of industries and will cover: \n\nFall armyworm: opportunities for integrated management.\nFood safety in vegetables and melons.\nTospoviruses and mosaic viruses in capsicums and melons.\nGeneral biosecurity obligation and hitchhiker pests.\nVarroa & bee diseases.\nSerpentine and vegetable leafminer.\n\n  \nJoin us on the day for great discussion and to see & hear about what threats could impact your profitability. \n  \nRSVPs essential due to COVID-19 requirements: \n\nRSVP for the Gumlu workshop here\n\nFor more info\, contact Callum Fletcher on 0423 453 577 or callum.fletcher@ausveg.com.au
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/gumlu-pest-disease-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210720T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210629T013612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T015154Z
UID:10000836-1626793200-1626800400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Ayr: Pest & disease workshop
DESCRIPTION:Industry and government are coming together to run a workshop to discuss significant pest and disease issues that are affecting horticulture in Ayr and surrounding regions. \nWe will be bringing experts in their field to present on a range of threats that have arrived or are potentially about to. Topics will be of interest to a range of industries and will cover: \n\nFall armyworm: opportunities for integrated management.\nFood safety in vegetables and melons.\nTospoviruses and mosaic viruses in capsicums and melons.\nGeneral biosecurity obligation and hitchhiker pests.\nVarroa & bee diseases.\nSerpentine and vegetable leafminer.\n\nJoin us on the day for great discussion and to see & hear about what threats could impact your profitability. \nFor more info\, contact Callum Fletcher on 0423 453 577 or callum.fletcher@ausveg.com.au.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/ayr-pest-disease-workshop/
LOCATION:Ayr Research Facility\, 343 Old Clare Road\, Ayr\, Queensland\, 4807\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210720T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210706T061053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T061053Z
UID:10000844-1626782400-1626786000@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Know how to use drones safely – legal compliance
DESCRIPTION:Attend a free\, one-hour webinar from 12 noon AEST on Tuesday 20 July\, to learn all you need to know about the legal requirements for drone operators. \nThe webinar will be presented by John Coulombe from Drone Training Solutions and Marc Hinderager from Applied Horticulture Research. \nThere will be opportunity for Q&A. \nClick here to register. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-know-how-to-use-drones-safely-legal-compliance-2/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210720T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044822
CREATED:20210706T012043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T012043Z
UID:10000841-1626782400-1626786000@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Know how to use drones safely - legal compliance
DESCRIPTION:Attend a free\, one-hour webinar from 12 noon AEST on Tuesday 20 July\, to learn all you need to know about the legal requirements for drone operators. \nThe webinar will be presented by John Coulombe from Drone Training Solutions and Marc Hinderager from Applied Horticulture Research. \nThere will be opportunity for Q&A. \nClick here to register. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/webinar-know-how-to-use-drones-safely-legal-compliance/
LOCATION:Online
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