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Save the date: Lock crop walk 7 August 2026

Come along to see the trials and hear the latest info on a few key projects being delivered in the Lock area. Andrew Ware, EPAG Research and the independent consultants will summarise all the findings of the frost research on EP and beyond while checking out the break crops frost trial site at Agar’s; Kenton…

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AgExForum2026 | Only a Few Weeks to Go

Technology is shaping how we grow. With only a few weeks until AgExForum2026, now is the time to secure your place at South Australia’s premier grower group forum. From farm data and precision agriculture to genetics, emerging technologies and grower-led innovation, AgExForum2026 will bring together growers, advisers, researchers, industry, government and agricultural leaders to explore…

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From our sponsors: Local event strengthens farm succession planning skills

Port Lincoln session helps farm families strengthen succession planning skills Eyre Peninsula farmers recently attended a Business Transition and Succession Planning information session in Port Lincoln, hosted by Rabobankโ€™s South Australian Rabo Client Council. The session helped local farmers build their understanding of family farm succession and business transition. The program covered practical topics including…

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Eyre Peninsula Agricultural Need Analysis Survey

Dear Primary Producers Regional Development Australia Eyre Peninsula (RDAEP) is undertaking an Agricultural Need Analysis to identify and understand the key needs, gaps, challenges and opportunities here on the Eyre Peninsula. This project seeks to capture local intelligence to inform decision-making, policy formulation, resource allocation, and project planning by identifying what is necessary to improve agricultural…

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Embracing AI in Ag | Can AI help take the guess work out of farming?

Embracing AI in Ag Can AI help take the guess work out of farming? Cummins farmer Will Long recently set himself a simple challenge, asking himself โ€œcan Artificial Intelligence (AI) help build a practical farm app from scratch?โ€ Sounds fairly straightforward. But was it? Like many farmers, Will was looking for a simple way…

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RiskWi$e: New podcast drop with farmer Mark Modra

Weโ€™ve added another podcast to the Riskwi$e catalogue. Jake Giles, EPAG Research is back in the field interviewing farmers across the EP to get their take on the season so far. In this episode Jake sits down with Yeelanna grower Mark Modra to discuss the opportunities and challenges that come with a strong seasonal start….

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Dry saline soils survey: last chance to beat YP!

I know we said it’s not a competition but…at this stage EP is trailing behind YP and Mid North farmers in terms of responses to this survey. We know it’s wet in many areas and dry saline patches are probably the least of concerns right now, but we still need to hear from you –…

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RAMping Up Repro | Confirmed for EP producers

๐Ÿ Ramping Up Repro workshops are officially coming to the Eyre Peninsula ๐Ÿ Developed in 2019 by Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) and Zoetis Australia, AIR EP are excited to be bringing the RAMping Up Repro (RuR) workshops to Eyre Peninsula livestock producers for the first time. Join us for the practical, hands-on workshops, focused on…

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2026 Australian Agriculture Mid-Year Outlook now available

The Bendigo Bank Agribusiness Australian Agriculture Mid-Year Outlook 2026 report is now available and ready for you to download. 2026 Australian Agriculture Mid-Year Outlook Despite geopolitical and climate risks, the outlook for the sector remains cautiously optimistic as we enter the second half of the year. A relatively strong start across most regions, coupled with…

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From our sponsors: Cummins District Community Bank bring free health checks to EP Field Days

Community Bank Cummins partner with National Centre for Farmer Health to bring free health checks to EP Field Days! To support the sustainability and wellbeing of the local agricultural community, Bendigo Bankโ€™s Community Bank Cummins District has announced a partnership with the National Centre for Farmer Health (NCFH). Together, they will deliver free, farmer-focused Health…

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