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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: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: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/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20250409T235906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T002906Z
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SUMMARY:Skye\, Vic demonstration site field day
DESCRIPTION:Butler Market Gardens\, 127 Taylors Rd\, Skye Vic 3977 \nAre you interested in minimising the use of synthetic fertilisers while improving nutrient retention and soil biology? Learn about the benefits of using cover crops including biofumigants for nutrient cycling\, improving soil microbial activity and disease suppression at an upcoming field walk at the Soil Wealth ICP demonstration site at Butler Market Gardens. \nParticipants will hear from experts Doris Blaesing (Soil Wealth ICP/RMCG) about cover crop selection and application and Bruce Scott (Campbells Fertilisers Australasia Pty Ltd) about nitrogen inhibiting fertilisers and their application in vegetable production systems to increase nutrient use efficiency. \nAlso hear from Butler Market Gardens operations manager Dale Creed who will provide an overview of the farming operations\, and Camilla Humphries (Soil Wealth ICP/RMCG) who will provide an update on the demonstration trial findings. \nClick here to register. \nFind out more in our flyer.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/tbc-skye-demo-site-field-walk/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20250310T075523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T003537Z
UID:4939-1745496000-1745499600@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Greenhouse gas accounting and practical steps to reduce emissions on farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Soil Wealth ICP team for an insightful webinar on greenhouse gas accounting and practical steps to reduce emissions on farm. \nThe webinar will feature subject matter experts Clinton Muller (RMCG) and Liam Southam Rogers (Applied Horticultural Research) who will explore: \n\nOverview of farm emissions – understanding scope 1\, 2 and 3 emissions and current industry requirements\nPractical tools – using the H-GAF greenhouse gas emissions calculator\nGrower case studies and panel session – with insights from guest speakers John Said (Fresh Select) and Carl Young (Redgold) discussing approaches to reducing emissions on farm and building climate resilient farming systems\nActionable steps – key strategies to reduce emissions and how to get started\n\n\n\nDate: 24 April 2025\nTime: 12-1 pm AEST\nRegistration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_l4X7mrOgTNyVAq8IrxExhA
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/greenhouse-gas-accounting-and-practical-steps-to-reduce-emissions-on-farm/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250415T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250415T190000
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CREATED:20250327T232619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T020919Z
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SUMMARY:Ag Tech in Action: Twilight demo of innovation in veg production
DESCRIPTION:Join VegNET Tasmania at this twilight event that will bring together growers\, agronomists and service providers to hear about some ag tech suitable for vegetable production. \nThis includes a drone spraying demonstration by Octodrones and discussion of applications for drones in horticultural production. As the sun starts to fall\, check out the spray coverage with UV torches on the crop and hear about the drone’s capability in comparison to a ground spray rig. \nHear from Ian Layden and Janaina Fabris from QLD Department of Primary Industries who will provide an update on the VegMech project (Advanced vegetable mechanisation program to maximise labour and cost efficiency – VG23003) and discuss what technologies are in the pipeline for vegetable production. \nCheck out a sneak peak of the Farm Droid (autonomous planter and weeder) and learnings from the trial site in northern Tasmania with James Terry with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss! \nRegister here. This event is part of the 2025 Ag Innovation Expo.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/ag-tech-in-action-twilight-demo-of-innovation-in-veg-production/
LOCATION:Hagley\, Tasmania\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250411T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20250319T020942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T023106Z
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SUMMARY:Ag Tech in Action: Innovations for the Potato and Vegetable Industry
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a field walk and discussion on ag tech in the potato and vegetable industry. \nAgenda\n\nField demonstration of drone spraying and fertiliser application in potatoes. Presented by grower\, Danny Omodei\nGrower panel discussion on using drones in potatoes\nAdvanced vegetable mechanisation to maximise labour and cost efficiency (VG23003) project update – Presented by Julie O’Halloran\, Queensland Department of Primary Industries\nUsing the Open Weed Locator open-source software for spot spraying – Presented by grower\, Jake Ryan\nTrade display featuring:\n– WA Potatoes: Smart Spud impact sensor technology\n– Coldahold: Tolsma Grisnich cool storage technology\n– Farmlink Rural: MAIT irrigation monitoring and management systems\n\nLight refreshments will be provided at the end of the event. \nPlease arrive with clean boots\, clothes and vehicles. \nRegistration:\nClick here to register. \nFind out more\nRachel Lancaster\, PotatoLink Regional Representative on 0428 771 937 or rachel@eatswa.com.au
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/ag-tech-in-action-innovations-for-the-potato-and-vegetable-industry/
LOCATION:14655 Vasse Highway\, Eastbrook\, WA\, 6260\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250326T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250326T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20250210T051900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T220707Z
UID:4893-1742992200-1743006600@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Improving soil health\, FAW management and input use efficiencies in vegetable and potato crops
DESCRIPTION:Join the Soil Wealth ICP\, PotatoLink\, VegNET and Fall armyworm projects for a field event exploring topics of improving soil health using cover crops\, Fall armyworm management and input use efficiencies in vegetable and potato farming systems. \nA BBQ will be held at the beginning of the event. Please register for catering purposes. \nDate: 26 March 2025\nTime: 12:30pm – 4:30pm (AEST)\, commencing with a BBQ\nLocation: 286 Dahl’s Rd\, Calavos QLD\nRegistration: Click here to register. Registration is essential for catering purposes. \nAgenda\nCover crops and soil health field walk – Stephanie Tabone (Applied Horticultural Research) & Mark Fritz (grower) \n\nBenefits of cover crops to vegetable and potato farming systems\nLegumes for nitrogen\, including N contributions\, nitrogen budgets\, N cycling\nConsiderations – termination\, cycling\, pest and disease\n\nFAW – John Duff (QDPI) \n\nGeneral update FAW\nResults & learnings from project activities\nFAW and cover crops\n\nMonitoring Environmental Performance – Noel Ainsworth (QDPI) \n\nUpdate on emissions reporting requirements\nImproving soil carbon\n\nInput Use Efficiencies – Naomi Diplock (Applied Horticultural Research) \n\nWater and nutrient use efficiencies\nSWICP Bundaberg demonstration site update\nSpray coverage and effectiveness\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, please contact Naomi Diplock\, Applied Horticultural Research\, naomi.diplock@ahr.com.au or 0403 740 123.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/improving-soil-health-faw-management-and-input-use-efficiencies-in-vegetable-and-potato-crops/
LOCATION:286 Dahl’s Rd\, Calavos QLD
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250319T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20250220T030054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T030240Z
UID:4906-1742387400-1742391000@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Soil Wealth ICP Webinar: Gummy Stem Blight in melons
DESCRIPTION:Join the Soil Wealth ICP team for a webinar with Dr Len Tesoriero (Crop Doc Consulting) to explore Gummy Stem Blight in melons and its management options. \nGummy Stem Blight is one of the most damaging diseases in melon crops worldwide. This webinar will delve into various aspects of the disease\, from its life cycle\, to how it spreads\, its pathogenicity\, and management options. \nDr Tesoriero’s 30-minute webinar will be followed by an extensive Q&A session. \n REGISTER NOW
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/soil-wealth-icp-webinar-gummy-stem-blight-in-melons/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Melons
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20250114T005013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T015412Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Internal Fruit Rot of Capsicum - Project summary
DESCRIPTION:Join the SWICP team as we talk with the (VG17012) Internal fruit rot of capsicums project team. Dr Jenny Ekman\, Dr Len Tesoriero\, Dr Naomi Diplock and Ryan Hall will discuss the findings of management trials\, disease surveys\, and pathogenicity trials from the project and suggestions for the future. \nInternal Fruit Rot of capsicums is an important disease in capsicum fruit. Caused by a number of fungal species the disease can remain hidden until it reaches to consumers\, resulting in complaints and reductions in consumer confidence. \n\nThis webinar will cover the trials undertaken to identify the causal organisms in Australia\, in-crop management trials \,and postharvest trials. \n\n\nDate: Thursday 20 February 2025\n\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm AEDT\n\nRegistration: Click here to register\n\nFor more information please contact Ryan Hall on 0406 994 509 or ryan.hall@ahr.com.au from Applied Horticultural Research
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/webinar-internal-fruit-rot-of-capsicum-project-summary/
LOCATION:Online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241213T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241213T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20241009T204108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T204346Z
UID:4759-1734085800-1734103800@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW vegetable innovation day
DESCRIPTION:Join VegNET NSW (Local Land Services) for a field day which will showcase the newest varieties of sweet corn and zucchinis at the Greater Sydney Demonstration Farm (also a demo site for the Soil Wealth ICP project). \nLearn how to implement integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) practices on your farm\, and dive into soil health and sustainable practices. \nEvent highlights: \n\nExplore new varieties of sweet corn and zucchini tailored for improved yield and disease resistance\nDiscover alternative biological and chemical control options for fall armyworm and other pests and diseases\nLearn about innovative soil management practices and the benefits of incorporating green waste amendments\nSee the latest advancements in irrigation management and water use efficiency\nLearn about the alternatives to polyethylene plastic mulches\, including biodegradable plastic mulches.\n\nRSVP by Tuesday 10 December. \nFor more information see the event flyer or contact: \n\nMatthew Plunkett\, Senior Land Services Officer: matthew.plunkett@lls.nsw.gov.au or 0428 978 390\nSylvia Jelinek\, VegNET Regional Development Officer: sylvia.jelinek@lls.nsw.gov.au or 0427 086 724\n\nThis project is funded by Hort Innovation using the vegetable research and development levy and contributions from the Australian Government. 
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/nsw-vegetable-innovation-day/
LOCATION:Greater Sydney Demonstration Farm\, 40 Edwards Road\, Richmond Lowlands\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241127T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20241113T042020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T215138Z
UID:4788-1732714200-1732717800@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Optimising Nitrogen Use: Sustainable Vegetable Systems Tool from Aotearoa NZ
DESCRIPTION:Join Soil Wealth ICP for an insightful webinar on the Sustainable Vegetable Systems (SVS) project\, which is focused on understanding and quantifying the dynamics of nitrogen (N) in vegetable production within Aotearoa‒New Zealand. This project aims to equip growers with the SVS Tool to support grower decision making and the information they need to determine the optimal nitrogen fertiliser rate for their crops — balancing maximum yield with improved environmental outcomes. \nTopics:  \n\nSVS introduction: An overview of the SVS project\, its purpose\, and the key drivers behind the push for more sustainable nitrogen use in vegetable systems.\nHow the model was built: Learn about the principles and data behind the development of the SVS Tool\, and how it supports improved decision-making for growers.\nUsing SVS and Grower Adoption: How to use the SVS tool\, with a focus on grower adoption and how the tool can be integrated into everyday farming practices to optimise nitrogen use.\nSVS relevance to SWICP & Australian growers: An update on how SWICP is working with the SVS model to develop it for the Australian vegetable industry\, using demonstration site examples.\nQ&A\n\nWhile the SVS Tool was originally developed in Aotearoa‒New Zealand\, the SWICP project has been working to adapt the model for the Australian vegetable industry. Whether you’re a vegetable grower in New Zealand or Australia\, this webinar offers an opportunity to learn directly from the experts who developed and manage the SVS Tool. You’ll gain practical insights on how the tool could be used in the future to optimise nitrogen management on your farm. \nRead more here or create free SVS account here. \nEvent details: \nDate:                    Wednesday\, 27th November 2024\nTime:                    1:30 pm – 2:30 pm (AEST)\nLocation:             Online via. Zoom\nRegistration:       Click here \nMeet the Presenters:  \nDr Bruce Searle\, Crop Systems Scientist and Modeler\, Plant & Food Research NZ \nDr Bruce Searle is a crop systems scientist and modeler at Plant & Food Research. He has worked on a wide range of cropping systems\, with emphasis on sustainable production and nutrient management\, as well as engagement with industry and technology transfer.  He currently leads programmes of work on sustainable use of nutrients\, developing novel tools and approaches to reduce losses and improve climate change resilience. He also leads research on the implications of plant and spatial variability on profitable ecosystem function. \nAndrew Barber\, Managing Director\, Agrilink NZ \nAndrew Barber is the owner of Agrilink NZ\, an agricultural engineering consultancy\, specialising in resource use efficiency right across the primary sector. Andrew is the Programme Manager for the vegetable industry’s project Sustainable Vegetable Systems (SVS). SVS is focused on delivering a management support tool to help growers implement good nitrogen management practices. \n \n 
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/optimising-nitrogen-use-sustainable-vegetables-systems-tool-from-aotearoa-nz/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240926T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240904T003832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T010139Z
UID:4695-1727352000-1727355600@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Soil Wealth ICP Webinar: Regenerative Agriculture - Foundations and First Steps
DESCRIPTION:Join Soil Wealth ICP for an introductory webinar on Regenerative Agriculture. We will explore what it means\, how it contrasts with sustainability\, the principles and practices and provide a practical overview on implementing practices on your farm. Learn how adopting these practices can lead to healthier soils and a more resilient farming system. \nFollowing the webinar\, there will be a panel discussion with Andrew Johanson\, Mulgowie Farming Company and Declan McDonald\, ReGen Soils\, where we will explore personal experiences\, challenges and practical advice. \nTopics:  \n\nContext and Drivers: Understand the global and local factors driving the shift towards regenerative practices in horticulture\nSustainability vs. Regeneration: Explore the key differences\nWhat is it?: A clear explanation of what RegenAg entails\nPrinciples and Practices: The importance of tailoring practices to your unique farming system\nBenefits and How to Get Started\n\nEvent details: \nDate: Thursday 26 September 2024\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (AEST)\nLocation: Online via. Zoom\nRegistration: Click here to register \nMeet the Presenter:  \nClinton Muller\, Senior Consultant\, RMCG  \nClinton has extensive experience in sustainable agriculture\, with a specialist focus on horticulture and intensive production systems. With a strong agricultural industry focus\, Clinton has worked across a range of agricultural commodities and natural resource management issues in Australia and internationally. Clinton recently presented at the IFPA Australian Sustainability Summit 2024 on regenerative agriculture and is looking forward to unpacking RegenAg in horticulture and what it means for Australian vegetable and melon growers. \nMeet the Panelists:  \nSustainable Agriculture Manager\, Mulgowie Farming Company \nMulgowie is a 70-year-old family-run farming business that is Australia’s biggest grower of sweet corn and beans and are sizable producers of baby corn\, broccoli\, capsicum and pumpkin. They have a team of 400 staff and contract partners involved in the management and operations for some 10\,000 acres of fertile farming land throughout Australia. Andrew has been leading Mulgowie’s adoption of regenerative practices including cover crops\, compost and zero tillage which has resulted in higher yields and reduced input costs. \nVisit: mulgowie.com.au \nDeclan McDonald\, Principal Soil Scientist\, ReGen Soils \nDeclan McDonald is a Certified Professional Soil Scientist and a qualified Agricultural and Horticultural Scientist.  He holds an Associate Diploma in Nursery Management\, a Bachelor of Science in Urban Horticulture\, a Master’s degree in Sustainable Agriculture (Soils)\, a post graduate certificate in Ecotourism\, and a post graduate certificate in Climate Change. \nDeclan has over 30 years’ experience in soil and horticultural management in a variety of roles in both public and private sectors. \nVisit: regensoils.com.au \nFind out More \nPlease contact Sophia Thach\, Applied Horticultural Research | 0413 937 313 | sophia.thach@ahr.com.au or Clinton Muller\, RMCG | 0498 192 596 | clintonm@rmcg.com.au
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/webinar-regenerative-agriculture/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240918T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240911T061057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T061844Z
UID:4713-1726678800-1726686000@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Soil health and irrigation management in onions
DESCRIPTION:Hear from a range of industry experts on topics including soil health\, optimising irrigation efficiency\, enhancing business resilience and the Level Up Hort benchmarking project at this workshop near Bunbury in Western Australia. \nSoil Wealth ICP team member Camilla Humphries will be presenting on the project and the latest activities underway. \nFor more information\, contact Isabelle Fox from AUSVEG at isabelle.fox@ausveg.com.au or see the flyer. You can also register here. \nThis project is being delivered by the Onion Project and VegNET WA projects\, which are funded by Hort Innovation using the vegetable and onion research and development levies and contributions from the Australian Government.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/soil-health-and-irrigation-management-in-onions/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240806T013357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T010135Z
UID:4669-1725973200-1725976800@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Soil Wealth ICP Webinar: Adopting IPM - Principles & Practices
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar\nDiscover the essentials of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) with Andy Ryland (Integrated Pest Management Consulting) in this adopting IPM webinar. Learn how adopting these principles and practices can improve your approach to pest control in vegetable and melon cultivation. Whether you are new to IPM or looking to refine your current practices\, this session will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies. \nTopics: \n\nIntroduction to IPM\n\nWhat is IPM and how does it differ from traditional chemical control methods? \n\nWhy choose IPM?\n\nCompare outcomes of IPM versus conventional chemical controls and explore the advantages and disadvantages of adopting IPM practices. \n\nCore principles and practices \n\n\nMonitoring and assessment: Techniques for effective pest monitoring.\nCultural controls: Enhance soil health through cover crops\, crop rotations\, and reduced tillage.\nFarm hygiene and quarantine: Best practices for maintaining farm health.\nBiological controls: Utilising natural predators\, parasites\, and pathogens to control pests and methods to encourage\, attract\, and preserve beneficial organisms.\nChemical controls: Using chemicals as a supplementary tool within an IPM framework.\n\nThis practical and interactive webinar is ideal for vegetable and melon field growers\, farm managers and agronomists who are interested in moving towards a more sustainable approach to pest management or who have adopted IPM and would like to refresh their knowledge and ask questions directly to an IPM expert. \nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday 10 September 2024 \nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 pm (AEST) \nLocation: Online via. Zoom \nRegistration: Click here to register \nMeet the Presenter\nAndy Ryland from Integrated Pest Management Consulting (IPMC) is an applied entomologist and crop protection consultant with more than 30 years’ experience in horticulture. He has worked with a variety of industries and crops including; the nursery industry\, ornamentals and cut flowers\, field and glasshouse vegetables and landscape groups. A one time owner and manager of an insectary he has a very good understanding of biological control as part of an IPM programme. He was secretary of the Australasian Biological Control association and was an accredited IPM consultant with that organisation. \nFind out More\nPlease contact Sophia Thach\, Applied Horticultural Research | 0413 937 313 | sophia.thach@ahr.com.au.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/soil-wealth-icp-webinar-adopting-ipm-principles-practices/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240904T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240904T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240725T031900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T033212Z
UID:4662-1725453000-1725456600@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Soil Wealth ICP Webinar: Fusarium wilt of melons
DESCRIPTION:Join the Soil Wealth ICP team for a webinar with Dr Len Tesoriero (Crop Doc Consulting) to explore Fusarium wilts in melons and their management options. \nFusarium is one of the most damaging pathogens in melons. This webinar will delve into various aspects of the disease\, from its life cycle\, to how it spreads\, its pathogenicity\, and management options. \nDr Tesoriero’s 30-minute webinar will be followed by an extensive Q&A session. \nDate: Wednesday 4 September 2024 \nTime: 12:30 – 1:30 pm AEST \nRegistration: Click here to register \nFind out more \nFor more information\, please contact project leader Umberto Calvo on 0448 189 847/ umberto.calvo@ahr.com.au from Applied Horticultural Research. \nImage: Rockmelon field showing Fusarium wilt symptoms (L Tesoriero)
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/soil-wealth-icp-webinar-fusarium-wilt-of-melons/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240830T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240830T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240806T013139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T005327Z
UID:4671-1725015600-1725030000@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Potato & Vegetable Protection: Managing Serpentine Leaf Miner\, Biosecurity & Disease Challenges
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop\nJoin American plant pathologist\, Dr Amy Charkowski (Colorado State University)\, Praise Taddle (QDAF)\, and Shakira Johnson (AUSVEG) for an interactive in-person workshop. You’ll gain knowledge and practical skills to enhance your pest and disease management and biosecurity strategies.\n\nTopics: \n\n\nEnhancing biosecurity with practical tools\nPresented by Shakira Johnson (AUSVEG)\nHear about the latest research on high-priority plant pests and biosecurity risk pathways. Explore practical tools for creating a basic biosecurity plan\, including a new app designed to enhance biosecurity measures by capturing traceability data\, assessing risks\, and supporting other farm management practices such as paddock mapping \n\n\nBiological control options of Serpentine leaf miner\nPresented by Praise Taddle (QDAF)\nDiscover effective biological control options for Serpentine leaf miner\, including beneficial species that help manage this pest. Learn field techniques for monitoring beneficial populations\, processing samples\, and strategies for attracting and ensuring the survival of beneficial insects. \n\n\nManaging potato diseases\nPresented by Dr Amy Charkowski (Colorado State University)\nGain insights from U.S. practices. Explore management strategies for controlling Blackleg and soft rots\, Rhizoctonia\, Early blight and Late blight and understand the impacts of weather on these diseases. \n\n\nThis workshop is open to vegetable and potato growers and agronomists for all sessions\, however the disease session will focus on potato diseases. It will include lunch and conclude with drinks and the opportunity to talk with experts and fellow growers. \nEvent Details\nDate: Friday 30 August 2024 \nTime: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm (including lunch) \nLocation: Gatton Research Station\n107 John Howie Memorial Drive\, Gatton\, Qld \nRegistration: Click here to register \n[Please register as numbers are required for catering] \nMeet the Presenters\nDr Amy Charkowski\, Colorado State University\nProfessor of Plant Pathology and the Research Associate Dean\, Colorado State University \nFrom 2001-2016\, she served as a faculty member in the Plant Pathology Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and as the administrative director of the Wisconsin Seed Potato Certification Program. She earned her B.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Ph.D. from Cornell University. \nCharkowski’s research is mainly on plant pathogens that affect seed potato production or trade\, including potato viruses\, Spongospora subterranea\, and soft rot bacterial pathogens of potato. She teaches graduate and undergraduate classes in IPM and plant pathology. She served as department head of Agricultural Biology from 2016-2023 and during this time the department doubled its research expenditures\, and developed an undergraduate major in Agricultural Biology\, a minor in Agricultural Data Science\, and an online Masters in Pest Management. \nShakira Johnson\, AUSVEG\nBiosecurity Coordinator \nShakira coordinates the AUSVEG-PHA Farm Biosecurity Program\, engaging with industry\, research and government to enhance awareness\, preparedness and resilience and minimise the impact of pests and pathogens not currently present or recently arrived in Australia. Shakira has a background in molecular plant pathology\, data-driven decision-making to support area freedom claims and strategic coordination of cross-industry collaborative projects\, research extension\, and science communication. \nPraise Taddle\, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries \nDr Frezzel Praise Tadle has been working as an agricultural entomologist and has a substantial background in integrated pest management (IPM). She has worked on biological control agents such as the egg parasitoid Telenomus sp. including the entomopathogenic fungi Metarhizium anisopliae. She also has a wealth of experience in extension work\, field surveillance\, and biosecurity incursion responses. Praise has been involved in fall armyworm and serpentine leaf miner projects looking into different parasitoids\, insecticide trial\, and host preference. \nFind Out More\nPlease contact Naomi Diplock\, Applied Horticultural Research & PotatoLink | 0403 740 123 | naomi.diplock@potatolink.com.au.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/potato-vegetable-protection-managing-serpentine-leaf-miner-biosecurity-disease-challenges/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240701T020818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T011144Z
UID:4625-1724544000-1725148799@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:New Zealand study tour - expressions of interest closing soon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Soil Wealth ICP team for an inaugural international study tour to New Zealand’s North Island (Auckland\, Pukekohe\, Cambridge and Tauranga) from 25-31 August. \nExpression of interest submissions will close at 12pm on Wednesday 7 August 12pm  \nOver one week you will have the chance to: \n\nExplore soil management and crop health innovations through engaging farm and site visits\nConnect with international growers\, agronomists and industry partners at the Horticulture Conference and RSE Conference\, which will provide three days of industry-centric speakers and content\, including visits to leading farm businesses\nAdvance your business with industry-leading practices\, technology and R&D insights.\n\nHighlights include:\nNZ vegetable summit: an overview of vegetable production in New Zealand\, the challenges faced\, and what work is being done to combat this.  \nAS Wilcox is a family-owned\, 4th generation\, vegetable growing business based in Pukekohe with a strong focus on sustainable practices and adopting innovation. Visit will include an overview of their practices and farm visits.  \nLeaderBrand is a family-owned vegetable growing business that will provide an overview of their regenerative farming project looking at cover crops\, compost\, biodiversity\, and enhancing the community.  \nPlant and Food Research is a NZ govt-owned research institute that provides much of the research and scientific knowledge to the NZ vegetable industry. They will provide an overview of current innovative research projects.  \nGreengrower is a vertical farming operation looking to grow vegetables more sustainably with less water\, less electricity\, and a focus on renewable energy sources.  \nHort NZ conference: NZ’s annual horticultural industry conference theme is growing together today\, for tomorrow. Speakers range from across the industry. Includes a field trip and gala dinner.  \nDownload the brochure to learn more \nSpaces are limited so register your interest! \nThe Soil Wealth ICP project will part fund travel\, accommodation\, conference registration and some meals\, with an upfront fixed grower co-contribution to be confirmed.  \nSoil Wealth ICP is funded by Hort Innovation using the vegetable and melon research and development levies with contributions from the Australian Government. 
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/new-zealand-study-tour-expressions-of-interest-open/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240603T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20231206T055742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T030603Z
UID:4206-1717401600-1717606800@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Hort Connections 2024
DESCRIPTION:Hort Connections 2024 \n3-5 June 2024 \nMelbourne Convention Centre \nHort Connections will showcase exciting new products\, services and technologies to help shape the Australian and New Zealand horticulture industry. \nA not-to-be missed networking opportunity\, the conference will highlight solutions in agricultural technology\, finance\, labour\, energy and environmental sustainability from across the vegetable\, fruit and floral sectors.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/hort-connections-2024/
LOCATION:Melbourne Convetion and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)\, 1 Convention Centre Pl\, South Wharf\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240515T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240502T021640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T060249Z
UID:4528-1715776200-1715788800@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Tas: Input use efficiency workshop – a focus on nutrition and irrigation
DESCRIPTION:Keen to cut the costs of inputs and produce more sustainably? \nJoin Doris Blaesing (RMCG)\, Marek Matuszek (AgLogic) and Tim Walker (Walker Ag/PotatoLink) who are keen to assist vegetable\, potato and onion growers and agronomists who have been struggling with these issues. \nThe session will be informative and interactive with a focus on how growers can get the most out of the inputs they are applying\, while minimising waste\, and maintaining yields and quality. \nCome along with any questions\, concerns and comments and be prepared to share those with fellow growers and agronomists during the workshop. \nTopics include: \nDoris and Tim\, during their nutrition presentation\, will focus on: \n\n\nTiming of application aligned to crop growth stages \n\n\nRemoval rates \n\n\nMonitoring and sampling \n\n\nMethods of application \n\n\nNutrient function \n\n\nMarek and Tim will head the irrigation discussion\, focusing on: \n\n\nUse of ag tech – probes and weather stations for monitoring soil moisture and other conditions: How do they work? What data is obtained? How do you interpret the data? How can they help with decision making? \n\n\nAlso\, there will be a discussion on different needs for different crops and varieties. \nAnd we will also hear leading growers’ experiences with the above topics. \nFor more information contact Tim Walker – 0439 333 811\, tim.walker@potatolink.com.au \nThis workshop is brought to you by PotatoLink\, Soil Wealth ICP\, VegNET Tasmania\, AgLogic\, and the onion communications and extension project.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/tas-input-use-efficiency-workshop-a-focus-on-nutrition-and-irrigation/
LOCATION:TIA Vegetable Research Facility\, 124 Forthside Road\, Forth\, Tasmania\, 7310\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240510
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240129T223754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T215411Z
UID:4299-1715126400-1715299199@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Soilborne disease master class
DESCRIPTION:Interested in what soilborne diseases are and how to manage them for your vegetable or onion crops? \nJoin the 2-day Soil Wealth ICP soilborne disease master class and hear from leading scientists and growers on the new developments in soilborne disease and integrated soilborne disease management. \nWorking together\, participants will then apply learnings to vegetable and onion growing systems. \nTopics include: \n\nFungi\, bacteria and nematodes\nMonitoring and managing risks\nBiological and cultural control options\nIntegrated control strategies for business.\nField visit to Virginia.\nNetworking and learning from other growers and agronomists.\n\nDownload the event flyer for more information.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/soil-borne-diseases-masterclass/
LOCATION:Technology Park Adelaide\, Adelaide\, South Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Vegetables
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240430
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240410T025017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T030514Z
UID:4487-1713744000-1714435199@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Melons Australia roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Melons Australia is hitting the road again to deliver important industry information and the latest research and development insights to growers\, including updates on melon quality improvements\, food safety and traceability\, and biosecurity. \nThe stops include: \n\n22 April: Tully\, Qld\n26 April: Kununurra\, WA\n29 April: Katherine\, NT\n\nFood and drinks will be provided. RSVP at comms@melonsaustralia.org.au
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/melons-australia-roadshow/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240202T074658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T215043Z
UID:4383-1713398400-1713484799@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Ag Innovation Day
DESCRIPTION:The Ag Innovation Day is back for 2024 at Hagley Farm School in Tasmania. Hosted by the Tasmanian Agricultural Productivity Group (TAPG)\, meet a range of exhibitors\, network with industry and see some farm machinery in action. The Soil Wealth ICP team will be on hand throughout the day to answer your questions and provide a selection of practical resources\, like fact sheets and guides.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/ag-innovation-day/
LOCATION:Hagley\, Tasmania\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240411T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240411T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240224T061123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T063320Z
UID:4436-1712827800-1712838600@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Pest and disease management in practice: Cowra
DESCRIPTION:When future proofing against weather events\, how can integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) and soil health practices assist your farm? \nHear from interstate and local researchers\, advisers and growers on:  \n\nWhat management responses should be considered in controlling fall armyworm\, including in-field demonstrations\nLessons from pest and disease impacts and control options after flooding\nBuilding long-term\, fit for purpose healthy soils with local examples of integrating cover crops into the farm system\nIPDM planning in 2024 – what to consider\, including weather forecasts\nMonitoring and diagnostics testing – what is it and how do you do it? \n\nTake home a diagnostics kit to submit pest and disease samples for free. A social lunch will follow the event. \nRegister here by Monday 8 April. \nFor more information\, download the event flyer.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/pest-and-disease-management-in-practice-cowra/
LOCATION:Simplot Australia Cowra\, 2394 Lachlan Valley Way\, Cowra\, New South Wales\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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CREATED:20240224T062036Z
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UID:4441-1712741400-1712752200@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Pest and disease management in practice: Bathurst
DESCRIPTION:When future proofing against weather events\, how can integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) and soil health practices assist your farm? \nHear from interstate and local researchers\, advisers and growers on: \n\nLessons from pest and disease impacts and control options after flooding\, with a special focus on clubroot disease\nBuilding long-term\, fit for purpose healthy soils with local examples of integrating cover crops into the farm system\nIPDM planning in 2024 – what to consider\, including weather forecasts\nMonitoring and diagnostics testing – what is it and how do you do it?\n\nTake home a diagnostics kit to submit pest and disease samples for free. A social lunch will follow the event. \nRegister here by Monday 8 April. \nFor more information\, download the event flyer.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/pest-and-disease-management-in-practice-bathurst/
LOCATION:Val & Sam Micallef\, 240 White Rock Rd\, White Rock\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240314T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240221T232852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T042358Z
UID:4403-1710417600-1710428400@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Field event: Sustainable soil management
DESCRIPTION:Learn about maximising crop returns through improved soil health and input use efficiency! \nSoil Wealth ICP team member Dr Kelvin Montagu will take you through the following topics: \n\nRotations: Breaking the cropping cycle with cover crops\, how to choose the right species\, considerations for timing of planting\, termination and termination methods\nManaging the cost of inputs: With a focus on nitrogen\, nitrogen budgeting\, the use of legumes to supply nitrogen\nSoil biology: Its functions in the soil\, practices that build it and degrade it\, tools for measuring it\, understanding it (including its challenges)\nImproving soil health: Reduced tillage\, building soil organic matter\, structure\, infiltration and soil biology.\n\nThis event will be delivered by Soil Wealth ICP\, PotatoLink and VegNET. \nRead more in the event flyer. \nRegister here.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/field-event-sustainable-soil-management/
LOCATION:South Kolan\, South Kolan\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240229
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20240202T080413Z
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UID:4387-1708992000-1709164799@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Melons Australia WA roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Melons Australia is heading west for its roadshow! \nFind out more about the visits to Waroona on 27 February and Carnarvon on 28 February. \nPlease reach out to Soil Wealth ICP team member Umberto Calvo at umberto.calvo@ahr.com.au if you are interested in attending.
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/melons-australia-wa-roadshow/
LOCATION:Waroona and Carnarvon\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Melons
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231101T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T072937
CREATED:20230720T004310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T001758Z
UID:2122-1698832800-1698858000@soilwealth.com.au
SUMMARY:Gatton AgTech Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join the QDAF team for a showcase of the latest innovations in field robotics\, sensors\, drones\, protected cropping\, postharvest\, cover cropping and strip tillage\, and more. \nDate: Wednesday\, 1 November 2023 \nTime: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nAddress: DAF Gatton Smart Farm\, Warrego Highway\, Gatton\, Qld \nDetails: This event brings together horticulture growers\, agribusinesses\, technology companies\, consultants\, researchers\, and students from the Lockyer Valley\, and across Queensland and Australia for a festival of technology and innovative ideas. \nFeaturing: \n\nField robotics demos from Robotti\, Farmdroid & Stout\nPostharvest displays from iTrazo & Escavox\nProtected cropping displays from DAF\, Cravo & Priva\nField AgTech and drone demos\nExpert speakers on the latest AgTech\n\nContact Details\nEmail Queensland Smart Farms for more details.\nEmail: GattonSmartFarm@daf.qld.gov.au
URL:https://soilwealth.com.au/event/gatton-agtech-showcase/
LOCATION:DAF Gatton Smart Farm\, DAF Gatton Smart Farm\, Warrego Highway\, Gatton\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Vegetables
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