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SUMMARY:NZ Grower Study Tour – Queensland
DESCRIPTION:Following our successful study tour to the north island of New Zealand in 2024\, the Soil Wealth ICP team is hosting Vegetables NZ and vegetable growers from across the ditch for a visit to the Lockyer Valley on Monday 2 June and Tuesday 3 June\, ahead of Hort Connections 2025 in Brisbane. \nTour details below: \n\nMulgowie Farming Company \nKoala Farms \nMetagen \nDepartment of Primary Industries\, Queensland\nKalfresh \n\nFind Out More: \nPlease contact Sophia Thach\, Applied Horticultural Research | 0413 937 313 | sophia.thach@ahr.com.au
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/nz-grower-study-tour-queensland/
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SUMMARY:SWICP Panel Session at AVIS
DESCRIPTION:Trans-Tasman perspectives on future proofing farms in Australia & New Zealand\nFacilitated by Soil Wealth ICP\, this panel session brings together perspectives from three growers and one industry representative from New Zealand and Australia for a practical discussion on future proofing production systems. \nTogether\, they’ll share what’s working (and what’s not) when it comes to either integrating technology on-farm\, improving soil health\, navigating sustainability and climate extremes – offering honest\, real-world insights into how growers are leading change and navigating challenges such as cost\, infrastructure limitations\, and skill gaps. \nMeet the facilitator\nCarl Larsen\, Associate at RMCG/Project Director at Soil Wealth ICP\nCarl is a socio-environmental scientist with 15 years’ experience in planning\, delivery and evaluation of agriculture and natural resource management programs\, integrated water management\, climate change and stakeholder engagement. He understands the practical implications of policy and science on communities and agriculture. Carl has worked with a range of government departments\, resource management agencies\, research and development corporations\, private organisations and communities around Australia on catchment management\, sustainable water use\, resource management in agriculture/horticulture\, land use\, climate change\, strategic planning\, industry development\, extension and practice change. \nMeet the panellists\nKim Ngov\, Grower and Public Officer at The Australian Cambodian Growers Association of NSW \nKim Ngov is a dedicated vegetable grower based in Kemps Creek\, NSW\, with over 18 years of on-farm experience at Wedderburn\, NSW and a family farming legacy that spans more than three decades. He grows a diverse range of crops\, including cherry tomatoes\, snake beans\, long chilies\, zucchini\, and basil in protected cropping. \nWith a background in Environmental Sciences and Management from the University of Western Sydney\, Kim is passionate about sustainable farming. He has previously partnered with the Soil Wealth and Integrated Crop Protection project to trial and adopt practices such as cover cropping as alternative to plastic mulch\, aiming to improve soil health\, weed suppression and reduce environmental impact. Read the case study here. \nKim is also the Public Officer of the Australian Cambodian Growers Association of NSW\, where he supports and mentors approximately 30 Cambodian growers\, helping build skills and resilience across the community. He is actively involved in industry networks\, including VegNET NSW\, working to advance innovation and collaboration among vegetable producers. \nEd Windley\, Grower\, Kengoon Farming\, Qld  \nEd Windley is a vegetable grower based in Kalbar\, Queensland\, where he and his wife Gen run Kengoon Farming. Their operation includes both conventional and organic production\, with a focus on carrots\, corn\, and beans\, among other crops. \nWith a background in agronomy\, Ed brings a wealth of technical expertise—particularly in crop agronomy and integrated pest management. He is a strong advocate for innovation in agriculture and has been an early adopter of emerging technologies. \nMichael Hicklin\, Production Manager\, LeaderBrand\, New Zealand\nMichael has been with LeaderBrand for over 15 years\, working across crop management\, agronomy\, and operations. He now manages LeaderBrand’s Gisborne farming base\, overseeing around 2\,000 hectares of vegetable and salad crop production each year. \nLocated on the East Coast\, the Gisborne farm is LeaderBrand’s largest\, taking advantage of the region’s rich soils\, high sunshine hours\, and warm climate. Flat\, open fields support efficient harvesting of crops including broccoli\, lettuce\, salad leaves\, sweetcorn\, watermelon\, and squash – ensuring maximum freshness from paddock to plate. \nLeaderBrand\, established in 1975\, is one of New Zealand’s leading vertically integrated horticultural businesses located across New Zealand – Chertsey\, Pukekohe and Gisborne. With a focus on innovation\, quality\, and sustainability\, the company grows\, processes\, and markets produce for domestic and international markets. \nJohn Murphy\, Chair\, Vegetables New Zealand and CEO\, Murphy’s New Zealand\nJohn Murphy is the CEO of Murphy’s New Zealand\, a family-owned business that has been cultivating garlic and shallots since 1962. Under John’s leadership\, the company has expanded its operations across Marlborough and Canterbury\, producing approximately 500 tonnes of premium garlic and 300 tonnes of shallots annually. Murphy’s is renowned for its high-quality produce\, including their specialty black garlic\, and maintains full traceability from field to fork. The company is NZGAP accredited and operates under a comprehensive Food Safety & Quality Management Programme. \nBeyond his role at Murphy’s\, John has been involved with Vegetables NZ for over a decade and is a dedicated advocate for New Zealand’s vegetable growers and now serves as the Chair of Vegetables NZ. John is also a 2014 Nuffield Scholar and has studied farming systems worldwide. He is committed to advancing research\, innovation\, and practical solutions to ensure the sustainability and profitability of NZ’s vegetable sector. \nEvent details\nEvent: Australian Vegetable Industry Seminar (AVIS) during Hort Connections 2025\nDate: Wednesday 4 June 2025\nTime: AVIS will run from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\, and the panel session will be on 10:05 am – 10:30 am*\n*Subject to slight changes as the program is being finalised. \nLocation: Sky Room\, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Download the map here.\nRegistration: Coming soon \nFind Out More\nPlease contact Sophia Thach\, Applied Horticultural Research | 0413 937 313 | sophia.thach@ahr.com.au \nOther Information\nLunch will be provided after AVIS\, and at 12:30pm the PotatoLink R&D forum will commence. More details are here.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/swicp-panel-session-at-avis/
LOCATION:Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Merivale St\, South Brisbane\, QLD\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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SUMMARY:NSW Local Land Services Event & SWICP Demo Site
DESCRIPTION:Join Local Land Services for a Vegetable Crop Protection Innovation Field Day — a dynamic event showcasing the latest in herbicide trials\, soil improvement techniques\, pest and disease management strategies\, biosecurity innovations\, and more. Join industry experts\, researchers\, and fellow growers for a day of hands-on demonstrations\, insightful discussions\, and practical takeaways to boost your productivity and sustainability.\n\nAgenda:\n\nOpen 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nTake your time to explore at your own pace\, whether you’re interested in the latest agricultural innovations you’re welcome to peruse the trials at your leisure.\n\n\n\nLunch & Talks 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\nHerbicide trials\nSoil Wealth ICP trial exploring cover crops\, and the best option for transitioning to vegetable crops with minimal soil disturbance.\nLevel Up Hort with RMCG\nBiosecurity with AUSVEG\nSeasonal Pest and Disease Management\nBlack Rot with Dr Toni Chapman NSW DPIRD (to confirm)\nFood safety (to confirm)\n\nRSVP:  Monday 16 June\, for catering purposes to Sylvia Jelinek 0427 086 724 sylvia.jelinek@lls.nsw.gov.au.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/nsw-local-land-services-event-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Greater Sydney Demonstration Farm\, 40 Edwards Road\, Richmond Lowlands\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Making good decisions on crop nutrition
DESCRIPTION:Join Soil Wealth ICP crop nutrition experts Dr Doris Blaesing and Camilla Humphries for this webinar targeted at vegetable growers\, agronomists and advisers. \nFind out the key site and crop specific aspects to consider for crop nutrition including: \n\nVegetable nutrient requirements\nInfluence of soil conditions and management\nHow to know what’s needed – soil and plant testing\nNutrient budgeting and monitoring\, including factors to consider\nNutrient use efficiency\nQ&A.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/webinar-making-good-decisions-on-crop-nutrition/
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