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SUMMARY:ICMJ Northern Conference in Rockhampton
DESCRIPTION:Registrations open for ICMJ Northern Conference in Rockhampton\n\n\n\n\nYoung beef industry professionals can register early for the 2024 ICMJ Northern Conference in Rockhampton\, with tickets now on sale.\n\n\n\nHosted by CQUniversity and Teys Australia from April 3-6\, the hugely popular event is designed to enhance the knowledge and training of red meat industry participants working in Northern Australia. \nIt is open to early-career professionals in the red meat industry\, students at universities and vocational training organization. It is a valuable professional development opportunity. \nWith limited registrations available\, the 2024 ICMJ Northern Conference is expected to sell out\, following a hugely successful event earlier this year. \nNewly appointed ICMJ Northern Conference Chair\, Chloe Gould\, said the 2024 event would set the stage for an incredible year for the Australian beef industry\, including the triennial Beef Australia expo. \n“Our mission is to inspire and develop future red meat industry leaders and we’re focused on building a program that equips the next generation with the knowledge\, skills and connections to set them up for an exciting and rewarding career\,” Ms Gould said. \nAn ICMJ alumna\, Ms Gould is the Strategic Initiatives Manager for Greenham and Chair of the Beef 2024 Next Gen committee\, providing her insight into the critical role ICMJ plays within the industry in developing the meat industry’s workforce. \n“We’re extremely proud of the ICMJ Northern Conference and what it has delivered for the industry and the participants since it began in 2019\,” Ms Gould said. \n“We are constantly striving to ensure that each conference is better than the last and with the 2024 being such a huge year for the beef industry\, we’re stepping things up a notch\,” she said. \nFeedback from participants in 2023 was extremely positive\, with approximately 95% saying they gained valuable knowledge in Northern beef industry supply chains\, meat science and meat quality and developed new professional skills and networks across the industry. \nThe Australian ICMJ program exposes students to the fundamentals of meat quality\, carcase specifications required in today’s market\, the requirements of the modern consumer and the role of new technologies in meeting those needs. \nCQUniversity agriculture spokesperson Jaime Manning said the ICMJ Northern Conference has become an annual flagship event for Rockhampton\, helping to maintain its role as the Beef Capital. \n“The ICMJ Northern Conference supports the development of the northern beef industry’s future leaders and there is no other event quite like it\,” she said. \n“ICMJ’s mission strongly aligns with CQUniversity’s commitment to growing the northern Australian agricultural sector and we’re focused on building the pool of skilled and knowledgeable graduates to address the current workforce needs and skill base\,” she said. \n“It’s a fantastic opportunity for agriculture students and professionals to gain new skills\, as well as network with potential employers and future industry colleagues.” \nAs well as the training workshops and the meat judging competition\, the program will feature industry dinners with beef products supplied by ICMJ partners\, professional development sessions\, networking opportunities and a gala dinner and awards night. \nThe ICMJ Northern Conference also incorporates a careers and trade expo involving Australia’s major meat processing companies\, several of the large vertically integrated beef supply chains\, and industry service providers. \nICMJ is supported by foundation partners Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC) and a range of industry partners. \nIndividual conference registration is $330 per person (including GST). Secure your place now via the ICMJ website: https://icmj.com.au/icmjevent/2024northern/ \nFor media enquiries:  \n\nMegan Hendry| CQUniversity | m.a.hendry@cqu.edu.au | 07 4930 9344\n\nFor interviews: \n\nChloe Gould | ICMJ Northern Conference Chair | 0407 555 935\nPeter McGilchrist | ICMJ President | 0419 986 056
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/icmj-northern-conference-in-rockhampton/
LOCATION:Queensland
CATEGORIES:Past event
ORGANIZER;CN="ICMJ":MAILTO:meatjudging@grmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240403T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20231127T235011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T054318Z
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SUMMARY:Nutrition EDGE- Broome
DESCRIPTION:Broome Nutrition EDGE is a three-day workshop and practical session covering all aspects of animal nutrition.  \nDate: 3-5 April 2024 \nTime: 8.30am to 5.00pm all days \nVenue: Broome\, WA (plus paddock exercises) \nPresenter: Désirée Jackson\, Désirée Jackson Livestock Management \nCost: $1\,950* + GST / 1st person from one business; $1\,650* + GST / 2nd and 3rd person from same business (primary producers only. \nCost includes comprehensive set of workshop notes\, workbook and lunch\, morning and afternoon tea each day. \n*Register & pay for the workshop by February 2 to receive the early bird discount of $250. \nContact for registration: Désirée Jackson\, M:  0409 062 692 or E: desireejackson@djlm.com.au \nYou can find more information in the EVENT FLYER here
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/nutrition-edge-broome-2/
LOCATION:Broome\, Broome \, WA\, 6725\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
ORGANIZER;CN="Desiree Jackson":MAILTO:desireejackson@djlm.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240409T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240327T044608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T054323Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the forecast (SW QLD)- Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a follow-up webinar to review the past season and provide insights into the season ahead. Don’t miss this opportunity for the climate outlook information for South West Queensland. \nJoin John McLaughlin online as he dives into: \nA spring & summer review \nA look at the seasons ahead \nDiscuss the forecasts and what they could mean for graziers in the region \nWhen: Tuesday 9th April- 12pm \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/beyond-the-forecast-sw-qld-webinar/
LOCATION:Online webinar\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240410T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240326T005507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T054328Z
UID:58637-1712739600-1712754000@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Building resilient soils\, pastures\, landscapes field day - Oaky Creek
DESCRIPTION:Come along to see and hear from landholders and regenerative farmer and educator\, Shane Joyce on strategies and practices being implemented to demonstrate improved resilience. \nTopics that will be covered on the day include: \n\nProperty management planning\nLandscape re-hydration\nPlanned rotational grazing and spelling\nMulti-species cover crops\n\nFree tea and lunch provided. \nRegister with Bruce Lord by Friday 12 April: call 0427 013 284 or email bruce.l@hlw.org.au \nDownload the Building resilient soils\, pastures\, landscapes field day – Oaky Creek (PDF\, 982KB).
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/building-resilient-soils-pastures-landscapes-field-day-oaky-creek/
LOCATION:359 Oaky Creek Road\, Oaky Creek\, Qld\, 4285\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240410T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240314T021815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T054338Z
UID:58347-1712739600-1712761200@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:ParaBoss workshop: Cattle parasite management - pilot 3
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the pressing need for targeted on-farm parasite management solutions\, the ParaBoss extension team has custom-designed one-day workshops aimed at empowering producers by improving on-farm productivity and enhancing overall skills and confidence in internal parasite management. \nFollowing the successful parasite management in cattle workshops in 2023 and early 2024\, this new workshop will aim to further enhance attendees’ knowledge based on the extensive feedback provided in pilots 1 & 2. \nAttendance is free of charge\, and all workshop resources and catering will be supplied on the day. Places are limited to ensure excellent interaction between presenters and attendees. \nWe look forward to you joining us at the pilot. Please register here: https://bit.ly/3IG5cVn \nThe workshops will facilitate: \n\nAn improvement in overall skills and confidence of cattle producers in their understanding of internal parasite management\nImprove access by producers to key sources of information\nLess production losses/mortality from parasites in herds\nIncreased effectiveness of drenches and parasiticides\nDecreased impacts of chemical resistance\n\nRSVP is essential – and the workshop numbers will be capped. Attendees will be registered on a first-in\, best-dressed basis. \nPlease do not hesitate to contact Megan Rogers\, ParaBoss Extension on 0427 459 891\, should you have any questions. \nDownload the ParaBoss cattle management workshop flyer (PDF\, 459KB).
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/paraboss-workshop-cattle-parasite-management-pilot-3/
LOCATION:Clermont Commercial Hotel\, 80 Capella Street\, Clermont\, Qld\, 4721\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240416T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20231117T021114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T054342Z
UID:57165-1713254400-1713459600@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:GLM EDGE- Katherine
DESCRIPTION:Grazing land management (GLM) EDGE will provide you knowledge to strategically manage your grazing business\, so you can optimise your land condition and long-term productivity.\n  \nAttending GLM EDGE Katherine will help you to:\n• understand how your land types influence productivity and recognise dominant land types in your region and on your property\n• understand how soil properties influence plant growth and what impacts soil health\n• know what land condition is\, how it’s assessed\, and how to manage livestock to maintain or achieve good condition\n• understand the role of fire in your country\n• understand the principles and planning steps for successfully managing weeds \nPrice\n$1\,950 + GST / 1st person from one business\n$1\,650 + GST / when two or more attend from the same business \nCost includes comprehensive set of Workshop Notes and Workbook as well as lunch\, morning/afternoon tea each day \nFor more information or to register your interest for GLM EDGE Katherine\, contact your GLM EDGE presenters:\nDionne Walsh\, Range IQ\, 0417 083 638\, dionne@rangeiq.com.au \nTrudi Oxley\, Upriver NT\, 0409 740 806\, trudi@uprivernt.com \n 
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/glm-edge-katherine/
LOCATION:Katherine\, Katherine\, NT\, 0850\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
ORGANIZER;CN="Dionne Walsh":MAILTO:dionne@rangeiq.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240417T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240326T234706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T053911Z
UID:58685-1713344400-1713360600@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Plant ID Workshop - Charleville
DESCRIPTION:Want assistance with identifying different plants in your pasture? \nJoin the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and Jenny Milson for this free workshop covering: \n\nPaddock walks to identify main plants at a few different locations\nHow to take good photos and where to send them\nHow to prepare samples for identification\nWhy do we want to know our plants?\nPlant names – how do they fit in and why?\n\nRegister by Thursday 11th of April to secure your spot!
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/plant-id-workshop-charleville/
LOCATION:South Riversleigh\, 420 Wheatleigh Rd\, Charleville\, QLD\, 4470\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240326T004307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T053915Z
UID:58624-1713430800-1713445200@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Building resilience through establishing leucaena and legume-based pastures field day - Mt Beppo
DESCRIPTION:Come along to see practices that demonstrate improved resilience. \nTopics that will be covered on the day include: \n\nEstablishing and managing leucaena\nPlanned rotational grazing and spelling\nLegume based sown pastures including desmanthus\n\nFree tea and lunch provided. \nRegister with Bruce Lord by Friday 12 April: call 0427 013 284 or email bruce.l@hlw.org.au \nDownload the Building resilience through establishing leucaena and legume-based pastures field day flyer (PDF\, 2MB).
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/building-resilience-through-establishing-leucaena-and-legume-based-pastures-field-day-mt-beppo/
LOCATION:Coopers Lane\, Mt Beppo\, Qld\, 4313\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240419T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240326T234649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T053925Z
UID:58680-1713517200-1713533400@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Plant ID Workshop - Toompine
DESCRIPTION:Want assistance with identifying different plants in your pasture? \nJoin the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and Jenny Milson for this free workshop covering: \n\nPaddock walks to identify main plants at a few different locations\nHow to take good photos and where to send them\nHow to prepare samples for identification\nWhy do we want to know our plants?\nPlant names – how do they fit in and why?\n\nRegister by Thursday 11th of April to secure your spot!
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/plant-id-workshop-toompine/
LOCATION:Glenvalley Station\, 8055 Quilpie-Thargomindah Rd\, Quilpie\, QLD\, 4480\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240420T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240404T025259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T053931Z
UID:58762-1713603600-1713627000@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Alton Downs Farmers Day
DESCRIPTION:A day full of all things FARM\nWorkshops to assist you to make your Biosecurity Plan and learn about your Land Condition. \nEvery Farm will receive a folder to assist you. \nNetwork with other land owners! \nRural stalls & displays\, animal stalls and food trucks. \nRegister here for this event.
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/alton-downs-farmers-day/
LOCATION:1569 Ridgelands Road\, Alton Downs Qld 4702\, 1569 Ridgelands Road\, Alton Downs\, QLD\, 4702\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240423T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240320T225848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T053944Z
UID:58524-1713861000-1713884400@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Worm Egg Counting - Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries\, Leading Sheep and Dr Noel O’Dempsey for a hands-on workshop to learn who to accurately a worm egg count to know if you should be drenching or not. \nSmoko & lunch provided. \nRegistrations essential by 15 April – click here to register. \nFor more information contact: \nSam Harwood\n0400 256 427\nsam.harwood@daf.qld.gov.au \nYou must have or purchase the required equipment e.g. microscope to attend this workshop as you will be using it on the day. More details about equipment needed and where to purchase from are included in the flyer below. \nView the flyer here.\n 
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/wec-mitchell/
LOCATION:Mitchell Shire Hall\, 2-6 Cambridge Street\, Mitchell\, Qld\, 4465\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240424T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240320T223614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T053950Z
UID:58511-1713947400-1713970800@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Worm Egg Counting - Augathella
DESCRIPTION:la \nJoin the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries\, Leading Sheep and Dr Noel O’Dempsey for a hands-on workshop to learn who to accurately a worm egg count to know if you should be drenching or not. \nSmoko & lunch provided. \nRegistrations essential by 15 April – click here to register. \nFor more information contact: \nSam Harwood\n0400 256 427\nsam.harwood@daf.qld.gov.au \nYou must have or purchase the required equipment e.g. microscope to attend this workshop as you will be using it on the day. More details about equipment needed and where to purchase from are included in the flyer below. \nView the flyer here.\n 
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/wec-augathella/
LOCATION:Augathella Town Hall\, 73 Main Street\, Augathella\, Qld\, 4477\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240429T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240201T041837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T054005Z
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SUMMARY:Changemaker Workshop - Mareeba
DESCRIPTION:Become a changemaker: \n\nAssess your region’s readiness for change.\nExplore how change happens and how to overcome resistance.\nLearn what it takes to be a positive change agent\, have the drive to build new things\, how to manage setbacks and work creatively and purposefully with others.\n\nStart community conversations: \n\nUnderstand the ecosystem purposeful\, inclusive engagement and robust and authentic conversations create.\nLearn how to have those conversations\, suspend judgement and assumptions\, and build trust and transparency for connection and diverse relationships.\n\nCare for your community: \n\nUnpack what forms and shapes a community.\nLearn how a community can be more inclusive.\nConsidering the impacts of drought\, trauma and other events\, get tools to better support others and balance giving and taking within a community.\n\nShape your community’s future: \n\nExplore ideas to shape the future you would like to see for your community.\nUnderstand the importance of language and the power of storytelling in motivating and mobilising others.\nLearn what makes a good story and how to connect with the hearts and minds of others.\n\nThis workshop is free thanks to the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. It is delivered by the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation and part of the Helping Regional Communities Prepare for Drought Initiative. For more information visit rural-leaders.org.au. \nPlease note: This is a face-to-face session. All catering and stationery provided. \nRegistrations close 7 days ahead of workshop. \nFor any technical assistance please contact Gemma Rostron at gemmar@rural-leaders.org.au or 0421 031 418.
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/changemaker-workshop-mareeba/
LOCATION:Jackaroo Motel\, 340 Byrnes Street\, Mareeba\, Queensland\, 4880\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
ORGANIZER;CN="Gulf Savannah":MAILTO:leah.nugent@gulfsavannahnrm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240430T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240430T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224756
CREATED:20240403T224048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T054009Z
UID:58757-1714480200-1714483800@futurebeef.com.au
SUMMARY:Northern Australia Coordination Network – Enhancing preparedness for Emergency Animal Diseases in northern Australia - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you aware of\, or require an update of the priority Emergency Animal Diseases (EAD) that threaten Australia’s livestock industry\, and why northern Australia is one of the biggest risk pathways for a disease incursion? \nIndustry preparedness should be at the forefront for all stakeholders given the risks. In recognition of this\, a new $4.33 million biosecurity boost for northern Australia has recently been announced – the Northern Australia Coordination Network (NACN). \nIn this webinar\, join veterinarian and Queensland NACN coordinator Ben Rhodes (Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries) when he discusses: \n1. The Northern Australia Coordination Network – our purpose and activities to increase northern Australia’s capacity and capability for EAD preparedness. \n2. What are Australia’s priority EADs? – How to detect and report them. \n3. The importance of biosecurity property planning. \nRegister now to join the webinar to increase or refresh your knowledge in these areas and learn about the NACN project. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://futurebeef.com.au/event/northern-australia-coordination-network-enhancing-preparedness-for-emergency-animal-diseases-in-northern-australia-webinar/
LOCATION:Online webinar\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past event
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