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SUMMARY:Fall armyworm update webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries’ principal entomologist Dr Melina Miles online on Wednesday 1 May 2024 from 11am – 11:45am AEST for a fall armyworm information session. \nThis year’s fall armyworm infestations have been the most severe to date across Queensland and Northern New South Wales. \nMelina will share her insights into: \n\nThe extent of the fall armyworm infestation\nSustainable solutions for managing the pest in a challenging season\nUpdates on the latest research\n\n 
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/fall-armyworm-update-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240501T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240501T183000
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SUMMARY:Bucca: Effective pest and disease management on your farm.
DESCRIPTION:What are the best ways to actively prevent\, manage and monitor? \nLocal advisers and growers presenting & discussing: \n\nPest and disease identification\, integrated management options & monitoring in current and forecasted seasonal conditions.\nEasy to achieve proactive on-farm biosecurity checks\, actions & monitoring.\nGetting targeted results from your spraying program & equipment while caring for beneficial predators!\nPest & disease sampling for diagnostics testing- what is it and how do you do it?\n\nTake home a diagnostics kit to submit pest & disease samples to the NSW DPI laboratory for FREE! \n  \nWhere: Kaka Sandhu\nWhen: Wed 1 May\, 4pm-6.30pm\nClick here to register for this event. \nHands-on interactive sessions with presenters from AUSVEG\, Local Land Services\, Southern Cross University\, Biological Services and BioWorks!\nSocial dinner at 6.30pm! \n  \nContact:\nMarguerite White\nCoordinator\, Building biosecurity capacity & resilience\nPhone: 0447 500 415\nEmail: mwhite@icdprojectservices.com.au \nHarriet Brickhill\nSenior Local Land Services Officer\nPhone: 0467 446 222\nEmail: harriet.brickhill@lls.nsw.gov.au \n  \nThis is an event of the Building Biosecurity Capacity and Resilience within the NSW Vegetable Industry Project\, funded by the Australian and NSW Government’s Storm and Flood Industry Recovery Program with support from AUSVEG\, and the Clean Coastal Catchments project of North Coast Local Land Services\, part of the NSW Government funded Marine Estate Strateg
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/bucca-effective-pest-and-disease-management-on-your-farm/
LOCATION:Kaka Sandhu\, 111-113 Central Bucca Rd\, Bucca\, NSW\, 2450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NSW,VegNET
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
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SUMMARY:Adelaide: Retail Negotiation Skills Workshops
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nMost 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. \nAUSVEG\, in partnership with NextGen\, recently conducted a training course in Melbourne for growers to learn retailer negotiation skills. \nPresenter 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. \nNeil 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. \n“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.” \nFor 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. \nDownload the course details pdf here: Negotiation_AusVeg_23 \nPlease indicate your Expression of Interest by emailing publicaffairs@ausveg.com.au. Don’t forget to include which event you are interested in attending. \n 
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/adelaide-retail-negotiation-skills-workshops/
LOCATION:TBC
CATEGORIES:SA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240506
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
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SUMMARY:The Great Trentham Spudfest
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/the-great-trentham-spudfest/
LOCATION:Trentham\, Trentham\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240510
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
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SUMMARY:Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The program will focus on key areas\, such as: \n\npreparedness\ndiagnostics\nsurveillance\nsustainable pest management\ncapability building\n\nThe 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. \nThe Symposium will highlight selected this research from PBRI’s $69.4 million of coordinated investment in plant biosecurity.\nIndustries featured in the program and supported by PBRI are – horticulture\, forest plantations\, grains\, wine\, sugarcane\, cotton\, and new and emerging plant industries. \nThe 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. \nThere 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. \nContact:  jo.luck@pbri.com.au \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\nThe Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) invite you to register to attend the 2024 Plant Biosecurity Research Symposium (8-9 May 2024). \nPlease note that all fees are in Australian Dollars and inclusive of GST \nRegistration fees:  \n\nEarly Bird Registration Fee (available until 31 March 2024): $495\nStandard Registration Fee: $595\nStudent Registration Fee: $195\n\nRegistration inclusions: \n\nFull registrations include access to all symposium sessions on 8-9 May 2024\, plus morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea on both days.\nFull time students are eligible for discounted registration. You will be required to provide your student ID upon arrival at the symposium.\nEarly bird discount applies for registrations received by 31 March 2024. After this date the full registration fee will apply.\nPlease note that places are limited for this symposium\, so early registration is recommended to confirm your participation.\n\nSymposium Dinner: \n\nThe Symposium Dinner will be held on the evening of Wednesday 8 May 2024 at Cairns Convention Centre\nTickets can be purchased for $95 per person.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/plant-biosecurity-research-initiative-pbri-symposium/
LOCATION:Cairns Convention Centre\, Sheridan St &\, Wharf St\, Cairns City\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240510
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Soilborne Disease Master Class
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n\n\n \n\nWed\, 8 May 2024 8:30 AM – Thu\, 9 May 2024 3:30 AM ACST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n \n\nTechnology Park Adelaide – Offices and Conference Centre \nMawson Lakes Boulevard Mawson Lakes\, SA 5095
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/vegetable-soilborne-disease-master-class/
LOCATION:Technology Park Adelaide Conference Centre\, Technology Park Adelaide Conference Centre\, Mawson Lakes Blvd\, Mawson Lakes\, Adelaide\, SA 5095
CATEGORIES:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240515T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240515T160000
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SUMMARY:Input use efficiency workshop (Tas) – a focus on nutrition and irrigation
DESCRIPTION:Keen to cut the costs of inputs and produce more sustainably? \nWell\, the presenters are keen to assist potato\, vegetable and onion growers and agronomists who have been struggling with these issues. \nThe 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. \nSo\, come along with any questions\, concerns and comments and be prepared to share those with fellow growers and agronomists during the workshop. \nTopics include: \nDoris and Tim\, during their nutrition presentation\, will focus on: \n\nTiming of application aligned to crop growth stages\nRemoval rates\nMonitoring and sampling\nMethods of application\nNutrient function\n\nMarek and Tim will head the irrigation discussion\, focusing on: \n\nUse 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?\n\nAlso\, there will be a discussion on different needs for different crops and varieties. \nAnd we will also hear leading growers’ experiences with the above topics.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/input-use-efficiency-workshop-tas-a-focus-on-nutrition-and-irrigation/
LOCATION:Forthside\, TAS
CATEGORIES:TAS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240518
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
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SUMMARY:NT Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Katherine Research Station \nBus tours of current research projects \n\nAM – cropping – cotton\, peanut\, sesame trials\nPM – horticulture – mango\, avocado\, agave\, ginger trials\n\nIn-field display by XAG Drones \nInformation displays from Plant Industries\, Livestock Industries and Biosecurity \n  \nWhen: Friday 17th May 2024\, 10am start \nWhere: Katherine Research Station – Patterson Building \nContact: Mook.Crothers@nt.gov.au or (08) 8973 9741
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/nt-field-day/
LOCATION:Katherine Research Station
CATEGORIES:NT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240506T043011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T043011Z
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SUMMARY:Mildura Field Days
DESCRIPTION: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). \nThe 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. \n  \nProposed demonstrations are: \n\n\n\nAutonomous robot with selective weed spraying  – Burro\, AME\n\n\nVariable rate sprayer – Agriculture Victoria\n\n\nAutonomous tractor – Oxin\, Smart Machines & Duxton\n\n\nLidar-guided pruning – La Trobe University & DFA\n\n\nAutonomous tractor-   Go Track \, AME\n\n\n\n  \nOther exhibitors include: \n\n\n\nInfra-red plant sensors- Athena IR\n\n\nReal time cool chain monitoring – Real Time Data Loggers\n\n\nDigital farm management – Fieldin\n\n\nDigital picking management and product traceability – AgPick\n\n\nAutonomous\, real time fruit fly detection  – Rapid Aim\n\n\nFruit packing robot – WootZano\n\n\n\n  \nAdmission to the Field Days is $10 \nFor further information on the Mildura Field Days go to: Mildura Field Days – Home
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/mildura-field-days/
LOCATION:Mildura Racecourse
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240525
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20231212T044513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T044513Z
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SUMMARY:IFPA Produce Executive Program
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND: \nMiddle 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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/ifpa-produce-executive-program/
LOCATION:Waurn Ponds Deakin University Geelong Campus\, 75 Pigdons Rd\, Waurn Ponds\, VIC\, 3216\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240519T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240506T043817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T043817Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Pollinators Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Wheen Bee Foundation are hosting a FREE Webinar! \nTo Register click here \nJoin 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: \n\nFind out how pollinators can play a role in healthy farm enterprises;\nDiscover how to encourage pollinator populations on your property;\nBe introduced to our new planting guides and how they can be used on farm; and\nFind out how to apply for tree grants that support pollinator habitat restorations.\n\nSpeaker #1 Dr Anna Carrucan \nDr 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. \nSpeaker #2 Dr Megan Halcroft from Bees Business \nDr 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. \nSpeaker #3 Lea Hannah\, Project Manager Powerful Pollinators \nLea 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  \nBring your questions!
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/powerful-pollinators-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240521
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240506T043306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T043306Z
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SUMMARY:World Bee Day
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nBees 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. \nBut 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. \nWithout bees\, our food security is at risk.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/world-bee-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240520T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240506T044018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T044018Z
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SUMMARY:Ground Nesting Bees of Australia and the World
DESCRIPTION:The Wheen Bee Foundation is hosting a free event! \nTo register click here \nThe majority of the world’s bees build their nests underground. Of Australia’s 2\,000 native bee species\, about 70% are ground nesting. \nLearn more about the diverse ground nesting bee species of Australia and the world in this free webinar. \nJoin Dr Megan Halcroft from Bees Business and our guest Speakers: \nDr 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. \nDr Terry Houston from the Western Australian Museum\, will be talking about some of our amazing ground nesting bees\, in the family Stenotritidae. \nThomas 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. \nBring your questions!
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/ground-nesting-bees-of-australia-and-the-world/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240521T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240506T043606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T043606Z
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SUMMARY:Bee Friendly Farming: The role of bees in Australian food production systems
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo register click here \nSpeaker #1 – Dr. Romina Rader – Importance of bees in Australian food productions systems. \nDr Romina Rader is a community ecologist and her research focuses on plant–animal interactions in\nnatural and human-modified landscapes. She is interested generally in the ecology of plants and animals\nin different types of habitats and landscapes and how they respond to differing management practices\nand global change. Her current projects relate to wild and managed insect pollinators\, their efficiency at\npollinating horticultural crops and the ecology and conservation of remnant vegetation. For more information about Romina click here. \nSpeaker #2 – Dr. Cameron Spurr – Importance of bees in carrot seed production in Tasmania \nDr. 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. \nSpeaker #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. \nDr 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. \nThis FREE Webinar is hosted by The Wheen Bee Foundation.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/bee-friendly-farming-the-role-of-bees-in-australian-food-production-systems/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240529T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240529T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240410T040211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T040211Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Potato Workshop (WA): Storage and Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Join the PotatoLink team for a workshop on Western Australian seed storage and seed diseases. \nLunch from 12:30 pm\, talks will start from 1:00 pm. \nJenny Ekman\, Applied Horticultural Research postharvest physiologist\, will discuss best practice cool room & potato seed management after removal from cool store. \nDavid Tooke\, a DPIRD seed inspector\, will talk about potato diseases. \nDPIRD plant pathologist\, Wossen Mengesha\, will give an update on their recent work on potatoes and PredictaPt \nAfter the conclusion of the talks a tour of Coldahold coolstore in Manjimup has been organised. \n  \nDate: Wednesday 29 May 2024\nTime: 12:30 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: Manjimup Horticultural Research Institute – 28527 S Western Hwy Middlesex WA\nRegistration: Click here to register
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/seed-potato-workshop-wa-storage-and-diseases/
LOCATION:Manjimup Horticultural Research Institute\, 28527 S Western Hwy\, Middlesex\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240531
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240514T024735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T024735Z
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SUMMARY:International Day of Potato
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/international-day-of-potato/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240531T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240531T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240129T022605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T224307Z
UID:10000910-1717178400-1717194600@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Gippsland Food and Fibre Awards 2024 - Celebratory Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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! \nEnjoy live music and great company in the heart of Gippsland\, with a delicious menu featuring the trusted provenance of our region. \nPresentations will be made throughout the evening. \nTickets are a fixed price of $95.00 per delegate\, which includes complimentary drinks on arrival and a three-course meal. \nIf you have questions regarding the celebratory dinner\, please contact Deanne Kennedy\, Jaydee Events: mobile 0419 878 055 or email deanne@jaydee.net.au. \nTickets are strictly limited – secure your place for this premier food and fibre event!
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/gippsland-food-and-fibre-awards-2024-celebratory-dinner/
LOCATION:Maffco Brewery and Taphouse\, Railway Place\, MaffraMaffra\, VIC\, 3860\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240606
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20231212T045549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T045549Z
UID:10000900-1717372800-1717631999@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Hort Connections 2024
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHort 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. \nAll 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. \nAttendee 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. \nJoin 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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/hort-connections-2024/
LOCATION:Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 1 Convention Centre Pl\, South Wharf VIC 3006\, South Wharf\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="AUSVEG":MAILTO:info@ausveg.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240612T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240318T025659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T025659Z
UID:10000945-1718181000-1718208000@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:'Forage to Farming' Forum and Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join NT Farmers for a day of learning and networking at the ‘Forage to Farming’ Forum and Field Day on June 12\, 2024. \n\nKeynote presentations from industry leaders and experts\nSite visit to farm\, feedlot and processing facility showcasing innovative business operations\n‘Info Hub’ to access to latest information and expert advice\nPanel discussions on the latest trends\, innovations\, and best practices in fodder production and its role in building market resilience\n\nNetworking dinner and drinks to follow. The event is FREE and supported by the Northern Hub and Future Drought Fund.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/forage-to-farming-forum-and-field-day/
LOCATION:Katherine\, Katherine\, NT\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240627
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240220T014543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T014543Z
UID:10000932-1719100800-1719446399@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:World Potato Congress
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/world-potato-congress/
LOCATION:Adelaide Convention Centre\, North Terrace\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:SA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240627T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240627T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240618T014224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T014224Z
UID:10000972-1719504000-1719516600@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Managing Dry Times - East Coast
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/managing-dry-times-east-coast/
CATEGORIES:TAS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240705
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240415T044301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T044301Z
UID:10000952-1720051200-1720137599@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:National Renewables in Agriculture Conference and Expo
DESCRIPTION:On-farm renewables are a valuable opportunity for farmers to cut costs and emissions.\n\n\n\n\nThis 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. \nLarge 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. \n\nDate: \nThursday 4 July 2024 \nTime: \nExpo open from 8am\nConference sessions running from 9am to 5pm followed by a wine tasting and stand up canape networking light dinner until 7.30pm. \nLocation: \nArmitage Centre – Empire Theatre\n56 Neil Street.\nToowoomba Queensland
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/national-renewables-in-agriculture-conference-and-expo/
LOCATION:Armitage Centre – Empire Theatre
CATEGORIES:QLD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240705T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240705T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240618T014002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T014002Z
UID:10000971-1720202400-1720209600@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Friends of TasFarmers
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, 5th July 2024\nTime: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nLocation: Orford Blue Waters \nTasFarmers 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. \nDrinks and Nibbles: Enjoy a selection of beverages and light snacks while you mingle.\nIndustry Discussion: Participate in a relaxed discussion on the challenges our industry faces and how TasFarmers can help work towards solutions.\nNetworking: Connect with fellow farmers and industry stakeholders in a friendly\, informal setting.\nAdmission: \nMembers: Free\nNon-Members: Free \nWhether 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. \nRSVP: Please confirm your attendance by 02.07.2024 to ensure we can cater adequately for all attendees. \nLet’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!
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/friends-of-tasfarmers/
LOCATION:Orford Blue Waters
CATEGORIES:TAS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240710T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240618T012112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T012112Z
UID:10000966-1720609200-1720620000@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Winter Warmers Seminar: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in vegetables
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nAustral Hotel\, Korumburra: Wed July 10th from 11am to 2pm (lunch included) \n  \nTo register for the Seminar Series\, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au \nPlease advise of any dietary requirements when you register. \n  \nSession sponsored by BASF and Muirs
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/winter-warmers-seminar-integrated-pest-management-ipm-in-vegetables/
LOCATION:Austral Hotel\, Korumburra
CATEGORIES:VIC,VegNET
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240711T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240618T012239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T012252Z
UID:10000967-1720695600-1720706400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Winter Warmers Seminar: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in vegetables
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nThe Criterion Hotel\, Sale: Thurs July 11th from 11am to 2pm (lunch included) \n  \nTo register for the Seminar Series\, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au \nPlease advise of any dietary requirements when you register. \n  \nSession sponsored by BASF and Muirs
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/winter-warmers-seminar-integrated-pest-management-ipm-in-vegetables-2/
LOCATION:The Criterion Hotel\, Sale
CATEGORIES:VIC,VegNET
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240717
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240529T031508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T031508Z
UID:10000961-1720828800-1721174399@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Cultivate '24
DESCRIPTION:Want to see what’s up-and-coming in plant material\, hard goods\, products\, and more?
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/cultivate-24/
LOCATION:Greater Columbus Convention Center\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:[International]
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240716T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240212T015348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T015348Z
UID:10000918-1721124000-1721138400@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Turf Queensland Paddock to Pitch Field Day 2024
DESCRIPTION: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.\nJoin us as we delve into innovative solutions that are transforming paddocks into high-tech hubs.\n\nEvent Highlights:\n– 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.\n– 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.\n– 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.\n– 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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/turf-queensland-paddock-to-pitch-field-day-2024/
LOCATION:Wild Horse Turf\, Glass House Mountains
CATEGORIES:QLD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240726
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240529T031932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T031932Z
UID:10000962-1721692800-1721951999@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Hydroponic Farmers Federation Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFollowing 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. \nJohn Elford\, President on behalf of the HFF Executive Committee
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/hydroponic-farmers-federation-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Tabcorp Park Melton\, 2 Ferris Rd\, Melton\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240529T032259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T032259Z
UID:10000963-1722211200-1722470399@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Tech-Hub Live Conference and Expo
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/tech-hub-live-conference-and-expo/
CATEGORIES:[International]
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240801T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240801T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050746
CREATED:20240618T012730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T012730Z
UID:10000968-1722528000-1722535200@ausveg.com.au
SUMMARY:Winter Warmers Seminar: Mapping and analysis of soil organic carbon
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nThe Criterion Hotel\, Sale: Thus Aug 1st from 4pm to 6pm + drinks + nibbles. \n  \nTo register from the Seminar Series\, please email emily.scott@foodandfibregippsland.com.au \nPlease advise of any dietary requirements when you register. \n  \nDrinks & nibbles sponsored by Rabobank.
URL:https://ausveg.com.au/event/winter-warmers-seminar-mapping-and-analysis-of-soil-organic-carbon/
LOCATION:The Criterion Hotel\, Sale
CATEGORIES:VIC,VegNET
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