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From our sponsors: Bendigo Bank Agribusiness March Insights
Early autumn rainfall significantly improved soil moisture reserves across southeastern Australia, boosting farmer confidence as they prepare for winter crop planting. This positive domestic outlook contrasts sharply with increasing global market volatility driven by the recent conflict in the Middle East. Ag sector Outlook Cattle Favourable conditions in some cattle producing regions have led to…
The Very Fast Break with Dale Grey
March 2026 Seasonal Climate Update for the Eyre Peninsula Seasonal Risk Agronomist Dale Grey from the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, presents a short 9 minute video update on February rainfall, temperatures, modelled soil water deciles, EP soil moisture probe network readings, global weather indicators, and climate model predictions for the next…
Tight budgets, big yields the focus for EP farmers ahead of 2026 season
Doing more with less was the focus for almost 100 Eyre Peninsula farmers who have started planning their 2026 growing season after receiving the latest information from industry experts and other growers. AIR EP hosted its annual Pre-sowing Member Days across the EP at Wangary, Wirrulla, and Rudall last month, attracting 187 farmers, researchers, advisors…
Event Recap | AIR EP ‘Tight Budgets, Big Yields’ Member Days – Know Your Numbers, Simplify Your System
With much needed rain falling across the majority of Eyre Peninsula over the weekend, it’s nice to see weight lift off the shoulders of our communities. Moisture really does marvellous things when you think about it. The lawn comes back to life. Livestock get a much-needed wash. Dirt roads finally see a grader or two….
Upcoming Webinar | Get the ‘Dirt’ on Carbon Farming
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 1pm – 2:30pm Register here: https://bit.ly/3OHZokG Get the dirt on Carbon Farming Are you curious about how carbon farming could complement your agricultural practices and benefit your business? Join us for a free introductory webinar designed to help producers understand the opportunities, considerations and practical realities of carbon farming. In…
New break crop videos showcase local demonstrations in 2025
Two Eyre Peninsula break crop demonstrations were sown and monitored in the 2025 season as part of the “Building Resilience – Break Crop Suitability Across Landscapes: Stage 2”. This SA Drought Hub funded project monitored demonstration paddocks to further increase knowledge on break crop options to increase drought resilience. This year in season observations were the feature of videos. At Ungarra–Lentils and faba beans…
Online Resource | New infographic for calcareous soils
View the infographic in full here AIR EP has developed a new infographic using the Soil CRC Risk vs Reward tool to help lift awareness and adoption of improved soil management practices. Created as part of the Soil CRC extension project “Packaging Soil CRC tools to enhance extension and adoption of improved soil management practices”,…
2026 SARDI Farmer Meetings | Dates & Locations
SARDI Farmer meetings are coming up! Smoky Bay Sports Club – 3 pm, 11 March 2026, followed by Far West Lentil Check Group discussion with Andy Bates (BBQ provided) Minnipa Sports Club – 8:30 am, 12 March 2026 Kimba Gateway Hotel – 4.30 pm,12 March 2026 Rudall Sports Club – 8:30 am, 13 March 2026…
Committee Basics Workshops | Registrations Open
RDAEP is currently delivering ‘Committee Basics’ workshops to the Eyre Peninsula, aimed at community volunteers and committee members. What is it? A $15 half day workshop with leading mentor and award-winning rural advocate, Sarah Prime (Founder of Champions Academy). Who is it for? If you volunteer your time for a local committee, sporting group, council,…
Opportunity to join SARDI Minnipa Ag Centre Team!
A Minnipa Agricultural Centre Senior Agricultural Officer role is now available via SEEK. Senior Agricultural Officer – https://www.seek.com.au/job/90499707?tracking=SHR-WEB-SharedJob-anz-1