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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/
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210820
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210818T084500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
CREATED:20210727T015148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T015148Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210819T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
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/
LOCATION:SA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210824T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210824T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210824T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
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/
LOCATION:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210825T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210825T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210825T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210825T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
CREATED:20210811T044645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T044645Z
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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/
LOCATION:SA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210826T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
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/
LOCATION:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210826T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210826T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
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/
LOCATION:SA
CATEGORIES:SA,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210904
DTSTAMP:20260408T115413
CREATED:20210707T024406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T024406Z
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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-2/
LOCATION:Virginia\, South Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:SA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Graeme Smith":MAILTO:graeme@graemesmithconsulting.com
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