5 January 2025
Key Webinar Topics: Definition of employee Casual employment Labour hire (“same job, same pay”) Requests for flexible working arrangements Right to disconnect Fixed-term contracts Download a […]
17 December 2024
Join global leaders from CPGs & retailers, ingredient and technology providers to cutting-edge innovators and investors for strategic networking, exclusive industry insight and start-up discovery.
17 December 2024
Make plans now to attend Indoor Ag-Con 2025 — the largest vertical farming | greenhouse | controlled environment agriculture gathering. From starting or sustainably scaling up […]
17 December 2024
With the theme Insights for Action: Fostering Growth in a Changing World, the conference underscores ABARES’ role in delivering data and insights that inform policies, programs and […]
17 December 2024
After a highly-successful event in Perth in 2024, the eagerly anticipated For Food’s Sake makes its return, set against the stunning backdrop of the mid-north coast region, with […]
17 December 2024
The International Agri-Center® is home to World Ag Expo®, the largest annual agricultural show of its kind. Held in Tulare, California, World Ag Expo® provides a platform of […]
17 December 2024
Watch in-field robot demos Full program of demos and dozens of robot information sheets. Invest In Ag Robotics Start-ups! Where agricultural robotics startups and investors meet: […]
17 December 2024
Welcome to the 6th Northern Australia Food Futures Conference, the leading industry event dedicated to advancing agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and fodder across northern Australia. Scheduled for […]
17 December 2024
A two-day event bringing together a community of individuals with shared opinions or interests in agrifood tech and innovation. AgriFutures evokeAG.’s theme “Common Ground” is an […]
17 December 2024
Innovation and diversity under one roof. In addition to its three main segments – Fresh Produce, Machinery & Technology, and Logistics – the trade fair’s key […]
17 December 2024
AUSVEG – the peak body for the Australian vegetable, potato and onion industry – and the Australian Garlic Industry Association (AGIA) – the peak body for […]
17 December 2024
Agriculture Victoria has advised of a recent detection of the tomato potato psyllid (TPP; Bactericera cockerelli) on tomato plants in Victoria. TPP can impact Solanaceous crops […]
13 December 2024
Input costs and trends Input cost increases, including wages, have remained a major concern for the Australian vegetable industry, and one of the top reasons growers are […]
10 December 2024
AUSVEG’s advocacy efforts on behalf of the vegetable, potato and onion growers we represent have ratcheted up this year as a cost-of-production crisis and lack of […]
10 December 2024
Gulfood is one of the world’s largest annual food and beverage sourcing events. The trade event hosted more than 5,500 exhibitors, over 100,000++ attendees and 190 […]
10 December 2024
Foodex Japan is the leading food and beverage tradeshow in Japan. The trade event provides business expansion opportunities and solutions for Australian fresh produce exporters. The trade event […]
10 December 2024
As scams continue to rise across Australia, staying informed and vigilant is crucial to protect your business from potential fraud. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, often […]
3 December 2024
David Harbison (D R Agriculture) will reflect on his experiences and pass on his thoughts of ‘key lessons’ he learnt in his younger days, and how […]
26 November 2024
Hort Connections 2025 will be held in Brisbane, following a highly celebrated Hort Connections 2024 in Melbourne. Hort Connections 2025 will again adapt to the horticulture […]
26 November 2024
The National Varroa Mite Management Program are hosting a webinar to provide insights into the impacts of Varroa destructor on the honeybee and pollination dependent industries. The webinar […]
19 November 2024
Join Agriculture Victoria for an introduction to the Primary Production and Processing Standards for Berries, Leafy Vegetables and Melons. The Standards set the minimum requirements for […]
18 November 2024
The program for this year’s Forthside Research Facility Field Day is focused on the theme ‘agriculture in a changing climate’. The day includes presentations and discussions […]
15 November 2024
AUSVEG has launched its Federal Election Priorities outlining the key commitments needed to address the cost-of-production crisis and rock-bottom sentiment threating Australia’s vegetable growers and food […]
13 November 2024
Join us for an interactive workshop on onions and hear more about… Soil management for improved storage quality in onions. Stemphylium leaf blight, including management, prevention […]
6 November 2024
Following on from the Visa Options for Horticulture webinar, hosted by AUSVEG in partnership with the Department of Home Affairs’ Business, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) section, […]
24 September 2024
Last week vegetable farmers, field staff and service providers came together in Ulverstone, Tasmania, to discuss how to recognise critical pathways by which pests, pathogens and […]
17 September 2024
AUSVEG welcomes the securing of the Australia-United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (AUUAE-CEPA), emphasising the deal will help further secure and develop one of the […]
16 September 2024
Australian vegetable growers are continuing to question their economic viability as more than a year’s worth of low or negative margins threaten the long-term sustainability of […]
10 September 2024
The next edition of ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA returns to Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo on 4-6 September 2024. Save the dates now. ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA covers the entire […]
1 September 2024
AUSVEG is disappointed at recent ABC media reports that undermined faith in the independence and expertise of Australia’s agricultural chemical regulator, and disregarded accepted scientific evidence […]
13 August 2024
AUSVEG, Australia’s national peak industry body for vegetable, potato and onion growers, will exhibit at Asia Fruit Logistica this year alongside 12 exporting Australian growers. AUSVEG […]
28 July 2024
AUSVEG welcomes Julie Collins MP as Australia’s new Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The peak industry body for Australia’s $5.8 billion vegetable, potato and onion […]
24 July 2024
AUSVEG acknowledges the Federal Court of Australia judgement dismissing the glyphosate class action. Australian vegetable, potato and onion growers have a well-deserved, international reputation for producing […]
24 June 2024
AUSVEG welcomes the Australian Government’s commitment to adopt the recommendations of Dr Craig Emerson’s review of the Australian Food and Grocery Code of Conduct. The peak […]
18 June 2024
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 […]
18 June 2024
Date: Friday, 5th July 2024 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Orford Blue Waters TasFarmers invites all members and friends to an evening of drinks, […]
18 June 2024
Joel Williams from Integrated Soils will outline what is meant by plant health and how to achieve it. Plants produce a suite of specialised and sophisticated […]
18 June 2024
Joel Williams from Integrated Soils will outline what is meant by plant health and how to achieve it. Plants produce a suite of specialised and sophisticated […]
18 June 2024
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 […]
18 June 2024
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 […]
18 June 2024
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 […]
6 June 2024
6 June 2024
Leading lights of the Australian horticulture industry have been recognised at the Horticulture Awards for Excellence 2024, presented in front of more than 1,500 delegates at […]
29 May 2024
The next edition of ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA returns to Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo on 4-6 September 2024. Save the dates now. ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA covers the entire […]
29 May 2024
The highly anticipated 3rd Australian Biosecurity Symposium is making a triumphant return, promising an unforgettable experience. Get ready to dive into the unique charm of the […]
29 May 2024
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 […]
29 May 2024
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, […]
29 May 2024
29 May 2024
Innovation, best practice and passion are the common features of the 83 growers, researchers, agronomists and other industry stakeholders that make up the list of finalists […]
28 May 2024
Fresh off his detailed examination of supermarket-supplier relationships, Independent Reviewer of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct Dr Craig Emerson will address the largest annual […]
26 May 2024
World-class Australian produce and leading growing businesses will be on display to an international audience this week, as fruit and vegetable buyers from key export markets […]
24 May 2024
Gulfood 2024 In February 2024, AUSVEG led a trade mission delegation to attend and exhibit at Gulfood, the world’s biggest annual food and beverage event, held […]
24 May 2024
By Zarmeen Hassan, National Manager, Engagement and Extension “Call us and test if the policy will work on-ground”. Welcoming words from growers that hosted teams from […]
17 May 2024
Veteran Aussie rules footballer and coach Debbie Lee will take the stage at the largest horticulture conference and trade show next month to speak about attracting […]
15 May 2024
Last night, on Tuesday 14 May, the Federal Government released its 2024/25 Federal Budget. Much of the framing centred on providing cost-of-living relief for Australian households, […]
14 May 2024
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, […]
10 May 2024
The Australian Vegetable Industry Seminar (AVIS) will again run alongside the Hort Connections conference and trade show this year, bringing a lineup of expert speakers sharing […]
7 May 2024
In June 2022, varroa mite (Varroa destructor) was detected in sentinel hives in NSW. Since, it has spread to other areas within NSW. Efforts were undertaken […]
6 May 2024
The Wheen Bee Foundation is hosting a free event! To register click here The majority of the world’s bees build their nests underground. Of Australia’s 2,000 […]
6 May 2024
The Wheen Bee Foundation are hosting a FREE Webinar! To Register click here Join Lea Hannah Project Manager Powerful Pollinators, Dr Anna Carrucan, Second-generation beekeeper & botanist, […]
6 May 2024
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, […]
6 May 2024
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. […]
6 May 2024
Sunraysia’s viticulture industries have united to host a sideline agtech demonstration event at the Mildura Field Days on Friday 17 May from 2pm-4:30pm (Mildura Racecourse). The exhibitors will […]
26 April 2024
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 […]
22 April 2024
Keen to cut the costs of inputs and produce more sustainably? Well, the presenters are keen to assist potato, vegetable and onion growers and agronomists who […]
16 April 2024
Hort Connections is proud to announce the return of Australia’s Fresh Produce Markets, a collaboration between Fresh Markets Australia (FMA) and the Central Markets Association of […]
15 April 2024
On-farm renewables are a valuable opportunity for farmers to cut costs and emissions. This event brings together farmers, agriculture and energy consultants, peak bodies and Government […]
15 April 2024
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 […]
10 April 2024
Join the PotatoLink team for a workshop on Western Australian seed storage and seed diseases. Lunch from 12:30 pm, talks will start from 1:00 pm. Jenny Ekman, Applied […]
10 April 2024
Want to know more about how to get the most out of your seed? Join TasSeed Manager Doug Clark, Tasmanian Seed Potato Certification Scheme and PotatoLink regional representative, […]
2 April 2024
2 April 2024 This communication is to notify vegetable and fresh potato levy payers that it is AUSVEG’s intent to keep the vegetable and fresh […]
2 April 2024
Katherine Research Station Bus tours of current research projects AM – cropping – cotton, peanut, sesame trials PM – horticulture – mango, avocado, agave, ginger trials […]
2 April 2024
Enhancing farm dams for stock and biodiversity: What difference does a year make? Come and see the changes that have occurred since Jillian Staton & Bruce Whittaker […]
18 March 2024
Territory NRM presents: How to catch water and restore landscapes for your property with Mulloon Institute Learn how to apply simple strategies to improve productivity and […]
18 March 2024
Join NT Farmers for a day of learning and networking at the ‘Forage to Farming’ Forum and Field Day on June 12, 2024. Keynote presentations from […]
18 March 2024
What are the best ways to actively prevent, manage and monitor? Local advisers and growers presenting & discussing: Pest and disease identification, integrated management options & […]
18 March 2024
What are the best ways to actively prevent, manage and monitor? Local advisers and growers presenting & discussing: Pest and disease identification, integrated management options & […]
12 March 2024
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 […]
5 March 2024
5 March 2024
This workshop is tailored for growers interested in or currently selling produce through domestic and/or export markets. RSVP before 11 March 2024 by email: admin@bowengumlugrowers.com.au or […]
4 March 2024
Join the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) Industry Resilience and Recovery Officer (IRRO) team for a free informative ‘Farming with Floods’ workshop. The workshop has been designed to […]
4 March 2024
Join the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) Industry Resilience and Recovery Officer (IRRO) team for a free informative ‘Resilience in Agriculture Workshop’. The workshop has been designed to […]
1 March 2024
An Interactive presentation to help us all get a better understanding of our energy costs. Come and hear from Andrew Chamberlin from QFF on Electricity Tarriffs and […]
1 March 2024
A future of safe and sustainable fresh produce through science and collaboration Join us for a world-class symposium that will bring together the fresh produce safety […]
29 February 2024
Building biosecurity capacity and resilience in the NSW vegetable industry. Future proofing against weather events: How can integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) and soil health […]
29 February 2024
Building biosecurity capacity and resilience in the NSW vegetable industry. Future proofing against weather events: How can integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) and soil health […]
29 February 2024
NSW vegetable growers and sweet corn field day. Future proofing against weather events: How can monitoring & integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) assist your farm? […]
29 February 2024
The idea of ‘ag tech’ to improve farm operations has been around for many years, with many growers adopting changes to improve input usage and harvest […]
21 February 2024
A review of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct (FGCC), a Senate inquiry into supermarket pricing, a year-long Australian Competition and Consumer Commission inquiry, and three […]
20 February 2024
AUSVEG is calling for necessary reforms to address supply chain power imbalances that are threatening the viability of Australian vegetable growing businesses, in its submission to […]
20 February 2024
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 […]
20 February 2024
Delivered in conjunction with Soil Wealth Integrated Crop Protection, VegNET, and PotatoLink. Join this field event where you will gain insights on how to maximise crop […]
13 February 2024
If your trees could talk... What would they tell you about carbohydrate levels? How will knowing more about carbohydrate stores help you, to help them? How […]
13 February 2024
If your trees could talk... What would they tell you about carbohydrate levels? How will knowing more about carbohydrate stores help you, to help them? How […]
13 February 2024
Join Territory Natural Resource Management for a ground-breaking symposium dedicated to unravelling the mysteries of soil! Delve into the crucial topics of soil health and agriculture […]
13 February 2024
Join Territory Natural Resource Management for a ground-breaking symposium dedicated to unravelling the mysteries of soil! Delve into the crucial topics of soil health and agriculture […]
13 February 2024
Join Territory Natural Resource Management for a ground-breaking symposium dedicated to unravelling the mysteries of soil! Delve into the crucial topics of soil health and agriculture […]
13 February 2024
Growers and members of the horticulture industry can register now and save with early bird rates for Hort Connections 2024. Attracting upward of 3,500 delegates as […]
12 February 2024
Victorian farm businesses are getting on with the job of growing more food and fibre, while dealing with changeable seasons and weather patterns. We also know […]
12 February 2024
Brad McEwan, former sport presenter, 10 News First and host of Network 10’s Sports Tonight and resilience and leadership trainer hosts an evening with Gannawarra sporting […]