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GPSA Eyre Peninsula Rail Survey 2024
A proposal has been put to Government to reinstate a rail service on the Eyre Peninsula after it closed in 2019. The Eyre Peninsula is currently serviced by two grain handlers, Viterra and T-Ports. As a grain producer on the Eyre Peninsula, the reinstatement of a rail service may impact you positively, negatively (or not…
Regenerative cropping survey underway: Southern Cross Uni seeks farmers
• 500 crop farmers nationally wanted for short online survey • 75 crop farmers will be selected for a broader, 3-year farm monitoring project Growing interest in regenerative farming practices has seen many on the land pursue alternative solutions for challenges like soil erosion, soil water-holding capacity, landscape health, rising input costs, changing markets and…
Is your region represented? Make sure your region is represented in globally significant research.
The University of Sydney and AFI are undertaking research on measuring human connectivity to soil – i.e. your relationship with soil and the farming practices which impact this.There is currently no way to measure this key indicator of soil security, and this research aims to address this gap by assessing soil connectivity across the breadth of Australia’s…
Provide your views on OJD Management
Livestock SA are seeking feedback of SA sheep producers on their experiences and views of the current OJD program in South Australia, including SheepMAP. OJD is a chronic, infectious, and incurable wasting disease that commonly occurs in sheep and cattle but can also affect goats, alpacas, and deer. Johne’s disease in sheep is a notifiable…
Grains Climate Outlook – 28 March 2024
Please find the latest March climate outlook for SA/VIC/TAS Play Video
Grains research internships leading to research, career gains for EP
Applied grains research intern Alex Busch will spend 2024 working with EPAG Research and AIR EP on local research projects. A new generation of agriculture students are gaining first-hand experience working across the Eyre Peninsula, thanks to a successful internship program that’s leading to local careers and expanding research capacity for the region. Established in…
GPSA Mouse Baiting Survey
WE NEED YOUR INPUT:MOUSE BAITING SURVEY 2024 As per its role, Grain Producers Australia (GPA) has applied for a permit for grain producers to access and administer double strength mouse bait ZP50 (50g/kg Zinc Phosphide).Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is seeking to bolster its policy position on this important topic to continue advocacy on your behalf….
Sheep and Goat Traceability Task Force – Upcoming Webinars
Farmers, Transporters, Stockies, Shearers, everyone who works within the industry supply chain this is your chance to hear firsthand on the process of National Traceability, gain resources, get supported and have your voice heard. You can Register your interest in attending the webinar series below – if you are unable to attend on the day the…
Penong & Gawler Ranges drought ready workshops
The development of a community-led drought resilience plan for Outback SA is set to begin in February 2024. This plan is a major component of the Regional Drought Resilience Planning Program, an initiative of the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. The Drought Resilience Plan aims to empower local communities to proactively prepare for future drought,…
EP Landscape Board Community Grassroots Grants now open
More than $110,000+ is available for the Eyre Peninsula community to put towards local landscape management projects or events focusing on water, sustainable agriculture, pest plants and animals, biodiversity and community. “These grants are about inspiring the community to become actively involved in the sustainable management of our local natural resources.” Board Chair, Peter Treloar….