Projects: Capacity building
Review of target values for soil performance indicators and their interdependencies
Complete a survey provided by Federation University identifying key factors and existing resources to support project implementation. This will include: • Identification and sharing of existing interpretation tables and assessments currently in use by members or associates of the organization. • Identification of datasets on land use and soils that would be valuable to the…
Eyre Peninsula internship in applied grains research 2027 (SA Drought Hub Contribution)
SA Drought Hub contribution towards grains research intern on EP for 2027, to be hosted by EPAG Research. This page was last updated on 17 June 2026.
Eyre Peninsula internship in applied grains research 2027
To improve the capacity of grains research, development and extension in the Eyre Peninsula region through the employment of an annual intern within local research organisations in 2027. To further develop applied research skills of recent graduates so they will be able to make an improved contribution to the grains R, D&E industry in South…
Soil CRC Adoption Activities
Soil CRC presentations at current group event Sandy Soils Amelioration day/half day with CSIRO Soil CRC presentations at current group event – MAC Field Day This page was last updated on 17 June 2026.
Plan 2 Profit upper EP 2026
Targeted at younger farmers on upper EP, this project aims to train a minimum of 10 farm businesses to: – Improve farm business financial literacy – Set goals and develop plans for the farm business – Prepare for the coming season and longer term – Prepare for scenarios such as drought This will be achieved…
Risky Business Workshops for EP 2026
The “Risky Business” game to be delivered in person at 3 locations on EP, tentatively Wudinna, Rudall and Wirrulla (TBC). Up to 30 participants per workshop. Aim of improving understanding of farm business planning, how different scenarios impact on the farm business and how to prepare for these situations to increase financial resilience. This…
Risky decisions and addressing soil constraints on EP
This page was last updated on 18 November 2025. This project has two key objectives that address the priorities of the SA Drought Hub 1. Arming farmers and advisors with tools to assist in decision making that considers risk and reward, through two major extension events on Eyre Peninsula, directly addressing the SA Drought Hub…
Growing lentils on challenging soils on Eyre Peninsula
A new 3-year project has been funded by GRDC to explore growing lentils on ‘challenging’ soils across EP. The project, led by AIR EP will fund 4 trials per year, which will be delivered by the EPAG Research team. The four sites on EP in 2025 are located at Rudall, Wangary, Poochera and Lock. Two…
Eyre Peninsula internship in applied grains research 2026
Project Aim: To improve the capacity of grains research, development and extension in the Eyre Peninsula region through the employment of an annual intern within local research organisations in 2026. To further develop applied research skills of recent graduates so they will be able to make an improved contribution to the grains R D &…
Sustainable Agriculture: Driving growth through innovation and climate responsive practices.
The Eyre Peninsula Sustainable Agriculture Program brings together Agricultural Innovation & Research Eyre Peninsula (AIR EP), the EP Landscape Board, key researchers, industry specialists, and local organisations to deliver a coordinated, evidence-based approach to improving the productivity and resilience of farming systems across the region. Working in partnership, the program focuses on priority soil and…