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New GRDC Lentil project funded on EP
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…
Need for Feed Australia | Hay run coming to Cleve, Sunday 27 July 2025
Need for Feed Australia have recently announced a bulk hay run from Western Australia to Cleve, Eyre Peninsula on Sunday 27 July 2025. To register an expression of interest, send an email to farmersacrossborders@gmail.com For more information, please visit the Need for Feed website or Facebook page for regular updates.
2025 Gold Sponsor Update | Celebrating over 20 years with AGT
With a partnership spanning over 20 years, AIR EP is thrilled to once again partner with Australia’s largest plant breeding company, Australian Grain Technologies (AGT). AGT have been proud Gold sponsors of AIR EP since the organisation was formed in 2020. Prior to that time, AGT were longstanding sponsors of former farming-system groups, Eyre Peninsula…
PIRSA | 2 year extension for eID discount scheme
Discounts on electronic identification (eID) tags will continue for South Australian sheep and goat producers. The eID tag discount scheme has been extended for two years as part of the State Government’s $73 million drought support package to provide assistance to drought-impacted farmers. From 1 July 2025, NLIS-accredited eID tags will be available at a…
EP Water Security Update | June 2025
SA Water continue to spread the messages on water security across the Eyre Peninsula. As detailed in the recent Eyre Peninsula Desalination Project June 2025 update, the Water Security & Futures team have been actively engaging with local communities on the Water Security Response Plan, water efficiency measures and providing updates on the Eyre Peninsula…
Alvan Blanch Australia | Grain drying in action!
Located at Oaklands in the Riverina district of southern NSW, Narrain Grain mean business when it comes to cropping. Almost 2 years ago, this 6th generation, family-run operation installed an Alvan Blanch DF25000 grain drying system. As their corn season wraps up, they’ve shared a short video showcasing the system in action—click here to see…
GRDC Event | 2025 Farm Business Update, Port Lincoln
The 2025 GRDC Farm Business Update is coming to the Port Lincoln Hotel on Wednesday 2 July. This years’ theme “High Performing Farms”, features a great line up of topics and speakers that have been identified as priorities by grain growers and advisers in your region. GRDC Farm Business Updates facilitate the adoption of innovative…
2025 AWiA National Conference is heading to Adelaide
Looking to network with inspirational and like-minded women in ag? Don’t miss the 2025 AWiA, Growing Futures – Breaking Barriers, National Conference, heading to Adelaide this August. Early Bird tickets close 3 July – so don’t miss out! FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE A limited number of sponsored tickets for primary producers are available, to help connect…
Project update: Derisking sowing trial in 2025
Work continues on Eyre Peninsula to ‘derisk sowing’ and achieve better establishment and yields with early sowing and in dry sowing conditions, with a trial being conducted on a grey calcareous soil near Poochera. The trial will test a range of herbicides across two different times of sowing – the first being just prior to…
New Event | Opening the Fertiliser “Black Box”
AIR EP is excited to announce upcoming workshop Opening the Fertiliser ‘Black Box’ – a practical workshop for smarter fertiliser use. Join us for an informative and hands-on workshop designed to help farmers make more informed fertiliser decisions, improve application accuracy, and maximise return on investment. Workshop Description: WA-based soils and fertiliser industry expert Wayne…