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Watch GPSA Webinar – Shutdown of 3G Network in SA
An exclusive webinar addressing the imminent 3G shutdown in South Australia and its specific impact on grain producers in the region. This critical discussion will feature insights from Telcom companies including Telstra and Optus, the Regional Tech Hub, and Grain Producers SA.
Grains Climate Outlook – 16 Feb 2024
Check out the latest climate outlooks for the grains industry below Grains video update for SA/VIC/TAS The key outlook messages are: A tropical low over northern Australia may bring rain to parts of WA, SA, Vic and southern NSW next week 10-day rainfall outlook and model comparisons March to June rainfall outlook and model comparisons Autumn…
Rural Bank Update – A positive mood change for Aussie Agriculture to start 2024
Rural Bank February Update A new year has brought about renewed confidence in eastern states following decent summer rainfall. This has helped drive price recoveries for livestock, good production conditions for horticulture and helpful soil moisture for the year ahead. Challenges remain on the demand front for some commodities but the mood of the agricultural…
BFIG AGM 27 February 2024
NOTICE OF 2024 AGM The BFIG Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 27th February 2024 at 12.30pm at the Kimba Golf Club, with the SARDI Harvest Report to follow at 1pm. The President’s position is due for election this year and we also have several committee member positions available. New people are most welcome to bring…
Save the Date! SPAA Precision Ag Expo, McLaren Vale, Thursday, 11 April 2024
What is the Precision Ag Expo? The SPAA Precision Ag Expo is held annually in key South Australia growing regions, delivering quality education and innovation in precision agriculture education to SA producers.This year, the team will head to McLaren Vale with a bumper program showcasing the latest in PA, robotics, machine automation and demonstrations on how PA can improve productivity…
THIS WEEK A focus on containment feeding
Two Containment Feeding Sticky Beak Days will be hosted on the Eyre Peninsula this week with speakers visiting Lock and the Far West. The Far West session will include a visit to a Warren Beattie’s containment feeding area and will include an informal discussion on feeding and finances. The Lock Sticky Beak Day will include…
Strip & disc farming systems forums this week
Don’t forget to register for the Strip and Disc Forums being held this week! More information and register for Minnipa event on Thursday 15 February. More information and register for Rudall event on Friday 16 February.
Lower EP Ag Expo 2024
The AIR EP Lower EP Ag Expo is on again, come along for an update on the latest research relevant to lower Eyre Peninsula farmers and advisors. Please register for catering purposes. Register Here
New team member at AIR EP
We are pleased to announce that Rowena Norris has been appointed to the new position of Operations Manager. Born and raised on a mixed farm near Cowell, Rowena has spent more than 20 years in the corporate agriculture and horticulture sectors in both Adelaide and Mildura. Having performed at various management levels in client relationship…
Connectivity Webinar 3G Switch off – What grain producers need to know
Our webinar “3G Switch-off: What grain producers need to know” is happening this Thursday, 15 Feb 10-11:30am! Featuring presentations from Telstra, Optus and the Regional Tech Hub, this is your opportunity to hear firsthand about the impacts on grain producers and ask any questions you have about the impending 3G switch-off. Register here: https://shorturl.at/nOQSV