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AgForce policy engagement and CoR roadshow — Morven
2025-02-25 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Ivanhoe Downs, Morven, 726 Killarney Road, Morven, Queensland, 4468, Australia
Join the AgForce Policy team for a casual gathering to hear the current industry updates.
Other topics for discussion include:

your chain of responsibility obligations
an update of regional telecommunications
feral pig control.

Take this opportunity to talk to AgForce about what policy priorities matter most to you and your business, share your experiences and concerns, while helping shape the future for rural advocacy in South West Queensland.

Improve your business with a working knowledge of Excel — Tansey
2025-02-25 08:45 - 14:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Tansey Bowls Club, 28 Tansey Hall Rad, Tansey, Queensland, 4601, Australia
Have you downloaded a spreadsheet and not been able to use it?
Do you struggle with dealing with endless data and information?
Burnett Catchment Care Association and AgConnect are running an Excel workshop in Tansey, Tuesday, 25th February, 2025.
This workshop will step you through the basics of Microsoft Excel and help you keep on top of your office work.
The workshop will include practical grazing business spreadsheets that you can use at home.
Topics covered at the Tansey workshop
At the workshop, we will discuss:

getting familiar with Excel
creating new worksheets
understanding and creating basic formulas
linking worksheets
entering and copying data
creating a new spreadsheet from a template
using Excel Help.

COMPUTERS WILL BE PROVIDED but you are welcome to bring and use your own device.
Morning tea and lunch provided.
Limited seats
Bookings are essential. RSVP by 21 February – Click here to RSVP!

Livestock business resilience — Gin Gin
2025-02-25 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Gin Gin RSL, 39 Milden Street, Gin Gin, QLD, 4671, Australia
PLEASE NOTE THESE EVENTS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED AT THIS TIME DUE TO LOW RSVP’S.
If you are interested in attending a workshop later in the year or completing your business plan and need assistance contact Kate on 0457 520 457.

Have you got a business resilience plan?
Consider all potential threats to your livestock business and discuss ideas for risk mitigation with other primary producers at this one-day workshop presented by DPI, Rural Solutions Queensland and QRIDA.
While the event is free, registrations are required.

Start the process to create your own business resilience plan in Gin Gin, 25 February.

AgForce policy engagement and CoR roadshow — Quilpie
2025-02-25 17:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Bunginderry, Quilpie, Diamantina Development Road, Quilpie, Queensland, 4480, Australia

Churchill Fellowship information session
2025-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Online, Australia
People in the agriculture, horticulture and food production sectors are invited to consider applying for prestigious Churchill Fellowships.
Applications open 28 February 2025.
These are a unique chance to travel internationally, investigate global best practice, and apply it in your working life.
Each Fellowship involves funding for expenses for four to eight weeks of international travel. The amount of funding varies depending on the location and itinerary of approved travel.
Australian citizens and permanent residents from any industry, background or location are eligible to apply. (No academic qualification is necessary).
Fellowships are based on the legacy of Sir Winston Churchill – it’s about the freedom to explore, the wisdom of travel and open-mindedness. 2025 is the 60th year of the Trust.
People are invited to attend this information session hosted by former head of ABC Rural Leigh Radford.
Register for the information session here: https://www.churchilltrust.com.au/event/?id=EV000391
Applications close 1 May 2025.
For more information go to ChurchillTrust.com.au

AgForce policy engagement and CoR roadshow — Thargomindah
2025-02-26 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 37 Dowling St, Thargomindah, 37 Dowling St, Thargomindah, Queensland, 4492, Australia

Improve your business with a working knowledge of Excel — Wondai
2025-02-26 08:45 - 14:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Wondai Diggers Club, 87 MacKenzie Street, Wondai, Queensland, 4605, Australia
Have you downloaded a spreadsheet and not been able to use it?
Do you struggle with dealing with endless data and information?
Burnett Catchment Care Association and AgConnect are running an Excel workshop in Wondai, Wednesday 26th February, 2025.
This workshop will step you through the basics of Microsoft Excel and help you keep on top of your office work.
The workshop will include practical grazing business spreadsheets that you can use at home.
Topics covered at the Wondai workshop
At the workshop, we will discuss:

getting familiar with Excel
creating new worksheets
understanding and creating basic formulas
linking worksheets
entering and copying data
creating a new spreadsheet from a template
using Excel Help.

COMPUTERS WILL BE PROVIDED but you are welcome to bring and use your own device.
Morning tea and lunch provided.
Limited seats
Bookings are essential. RSVP by 21 February – Click here to RSVP!

Livestock business resilience — Brian Pastures via Gayndah
2025-02-26 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Brian Pastures Research Station, 819 Brian Pastures Road, Gayndah, Qld, 4625, Australia
PLEASE NOTE THESE EVENTS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED AT THIS TIME DUE TO LOW RSVP’S.
If you are interested in attending a workshop later in the year or completing your business plan and need assistance contact Kate on 0457 520 457.

Have you got a business resilience plan?
Consider all potential threats to your livestock business and discuss ideas for risk mitigation with other primary producers at this one-day workshop presented by DPI, Rural Solutions Queensland and QRIDA.
While the event is free, registrations are required.

Start the process to create your own business resilience plan at Brian Pastures, Gayndah, 26 February.

Cattle Australia industry update and Breed Information Nucleus field day — Warraka Station via Wandoan
2025-02-26 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Warraka Station, Wandoan, 1749 Yeovil Road, Wandoan, Queensland, 4419, Australia
Cattle Australia invite you to attend their first Industry Update and Breed Information Nucleus field day, 26 February at Warraka Station, Wandoan.
Attendees will hear from:

Trent Radel, Cattle Australia representative
Dr David Johnston, AGBU, as he discusses genomic selection, how its worked for Brahman, Droughtmaster and Santa Gertrudis, and improving the accuracy of selection for your breeding objectives
Dr Kirsty Moore, AGBU, as she shares information about new traits being measured
Paul Williams, ABBA, when he explains trait variations within breeds
Dr Chris Parker, Cattle Australia CEO
Peter Mahoney, Gyranda Santa Gertrudis stud
Ashley Kirk, Rockley Brahman stud
Matthew Noakes, Progressive Livestock Marketing, and ABBA Vice President.

After lunch, Dr David Johnston will lead a session inspecting the results of the repronomics-bred steers and key results from Brian Pastures and Spyglass research facilities.
The event will conclude with a panel discussion and drinks.
While it’s free to attend, event organisers need you to register. Please contact Sara Cue to RSVP on 0400 059 945.

Click here to download the event program.

Future Proofing Your Family Grazing Business
2025-02-26 10:00 - 2025-02-27 14:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Townsville Yacht Club & Marina, 1 Plume Street, Townsville, Qld, 4810, Australia
Communication considerations for family businesses
Date: 26 and 27 February 2025
Location: Townsville Yacht Club
The Future Proofing Your Family Grazing Business workshop series is returning for its second session. Part 1 brought together graziers from across the region to help them prepare their family business for future changes and challenges.
Join Jill Rigney, The Right Mind at session 2 to find out:

How to separate business and family
Understanding family dynamics
How to run family meetings
Tips to be a more effective communicator

Registrations are now open.

Click here to view the full event flyer

GroWQ ag industry roundtable and networking lunch
2025-02-26 13:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Queensland
GroWQ invites you to an Ag industry roundtable and networking lunch.
Hear from industry and service providers about their current projects and programs, including:

Prue Button, GroWQ
Ally Murray, SQNNSW Innovation Hub
Sonya Cullen, Department of Regional and Rural Development
Brad Whittington, QRIDA
Geoff Penton, Desert Channels Qld
Vol Norris, AgForce
Meg Bassingwaighte, CHRRUP
Dr Donna Ross, RFDS
Nicki Heslon, Western Qld Drought Appeal
Rachael Webster, RAPD
Andrew Bryant, Australian Rural Leadership Foundation
Fiona Bradshaw, FRRR
Sammy Hesley, Rural Financial Counselling Service, North Queensland
Jane Tincknell and Millie Sheales, Department of Primary Industries
Joy McClymont, Country Universities Centre
Lachlan Rich, DPIR Rural Economic Growth.

Tickets are $30 each – buy yours here.

AgForce policy engagement and CoR roadshow — Eulo
2025-02-27 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Eulo Queen Hotel, Leo Street, Eulo, Queensland, 4491, Australia

Practically speaking: Biosecurity — Roma
2025-02-27 08:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Roma Saleyards Complex, Roma, Queensland, 4455, Australia
Biosecurity Queensland, AgForce Queensland and Maranoa Regional Council invite you to come along to
Practically Speaking: Biosecurity, Thursday 27th February at Roma Saleyards to discuss recommended biosecurity risk mitigation and response procedures.

Morning tea will be provided and RSVP would be appreciated for catering purposes.

If you have a biosecurity question you would like addressed on the day please email them along with your rsvp to –

land.management@maranoa.qld.gov.au

This is a joint local initiative to discuss biosecurity risks, prevention, preparedness and response options. Please share this information with your contacts and take this opportunity to send through your questions.

Remote first aid training — Oasis Roadhouse
2025-02-27 08:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Lynd Oasis Roadhouse, Kennedy Developmental Road, Conjuboy, Qld, 4872, Australia
Gulf Savannah NRM brings to you, Remote First Aid Training.
Remote First Aid Training will be delivered by Kim Cardwell from Far North Queensland First Aid Training.
The day will provide attendees with the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response to a casualty in a situation where medical assistance is likely to be delayed.
Participants will receive accreditation for completion.
Lunch and morning tea provided.
Book early
Spaces are limited so be sure to book your spot.
When booking online make sure you include your USI Number and date of birth.
This project received grant funding from the Australian Government.

Pasture dieback field day — Tannymorel
2025-02-27 15:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 91 Graysons Siding Road, Tannymorel, 91 Graysons Siding Road, Tannymorel, Queensland, 4372, Australia
Stay ahead of pasture dieback!
Join DPI’s Sown Pastures team for an interactive and practical session focused on pasture dieback management.
Hear about:

what is pasture dieback?
identifying pasture dieback
identifying pasture mealy bugs
management after dieback.

Register today!

AgForce policy engagement and CoR roadshow — Cunnamulla
2025-02-27 17:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Gamarren, 6202 Gamarren Road, Widgeegoara, Queensland, 4490, Australia

AgForce policy engagement and CoR roadshow — Bollon
2025-02-28 10:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Bollon Hotel, 30 Main St, Bollon, Queensland, 4488, Australia

Carbon EDGE workshop – Katherine
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-05 | Charles Darwin University, Katherine Campus, Lot 5626 Stuart Highway, Cossack, NT, 0850, Australia
The Carbon EDGE workshop has been designed specifically for red meat producers who are looking to understand “what do I need to know?” in the carbon and sustainability space. It will answer questions such as how to reduce on-farm emissions whilst improving productivity, how to increase carbon sequestration, and what is happening in the supply chain.
By the end of the workshop, you will have a clear understanding of next steps to take on farm, including what data you may need to collect and an action plan to reduce emissions. The focus is also on this adding to your overall profitability of your business.
For a detailed overview of what the course covers download the Carbon EDGE workshop outline (PDF, 305KB).
Presented by:

Stuart Smith, Pinion Advisory (10+ years of agriculture experience in the NT)
Rhonda Toms Morgan, ConnectAg

Register here: Carbon EDGE Katherine – 4 March 2025
Supported by Territory Natural Resource Management.

BeefUp Forum - Broome
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-05 | Broome, Broome , WA, 6725, Australia
Travelling to all corners of northern Australia, BeefUp forums provide a chance for producers, advisors, researchers and other experts to come together to share information and ideas to support the continued growth of beef businesses throughout Queensland, NT and WA.
Get to a BeefUp forum near you to hear about:

global research underway across the areas of livestock management, nutrition, health, feedbase, land management, environment and supply chain
market insights and future market opportunities
trials and application of new technologies in your region
adoption programs, tools and resources for everyone.

Delivered over one to two days, BeefUp events include:

presentations, panel sessions, Q&A and demonstrations
discussion with expert speakers, with expert speakers, including producers, advisors and researchers
industry resources, plus a comprehensive program to take home
time for a yarn over lunch and dinner.

GRDC Grains Research Update – Goondiwindi
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-05 | Goondiwindi Waggamba Community Cultural Centre, Corner Russell and Short Streets, Goondiwindi, Qld, 4390, Australia
Goondiwindi’s 2-day GRDC Grains Research Update is not one to miss for the Southern Queensland and Northern New South Wales grains industry.
Come along to hear and discuss the latest grains research topics, share ideas and network with colleagues and friends.
Read more and register now →

Cattle, carbon and sustainability — Boonah
2025-03-04 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Outlook, 4001 Boonah-Ipswich Road, Boonah, Qld, 4310, Australia
Join us at Boonah to discuss carbon opportunities for your grazing business
Curious about carbon? Come along to Cattle, carbon and sustainability as we talk through the basics of what carbon means to you, how participating in a carbon project could impact your grazing business, and the opportunities it may present. This free event will provide practical steps for graziers to reduce emissions, or, if applicable, identify market options.
At Cattle, carbon and sustainability, we will discuss:

The Carbon Cycle and Carbon Emissions in agriculture
Carbon Neutral – what it means at industry and farm level
How to develop a Carbon Account for your grazing business
Practical options for managing carbon and emissions on your farm
Carbon Farming – what’s involved, methods, opportunities and risks for your business
Other emerging environmental markets.

Workshop details
Date: 5 March 2025
Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm
Location: Toogoolawah Golf Club
Cost: Free! We will provide smoko and lunch.
Register at: https://hlw.org.au/portfolio/cattle-carbon-and-sustainability-boonah
For enquiries, please contact Vanessa Smolders on 0432 561 610 or vanessa.s@hlw.org.au

This event is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust and the Farm Business Resilience Program which is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Queensland Government’s Drought and Climate Adaptation Program.
Download the flyer: Cattle, carbon and sustainability Boonah (PDF, 334KB)

Writing your farm business plan workshop – Jandowae
2025-03-04 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Jandowae Memorial Hall, 38 George Street, Jandowae, QLD, 4410, Australia
Meet our Farm Business Resilience Planning Team and get started on creating your farm business plan.
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will:

Hear the latest on pasture dieback
Do a simple business health check which helps inform your plan
Learn about SMART goals and elements for a robust business plan
Create a short ‘getting started’ version of a Farm Business Plan
Discuss drought management ideas with peers and speakers
Hear about current financial assistance programs (e.g. Drought Preparedness Grant and loans) and how to apply using your business plan.

This is a free workshop with morning tea and lunch provided.
Register online at Farm Business Resilience Workshop – Jandowae
For more information email roger.sneath@daf.qld.gov.au
Download the workshop flyer: 2025 Farm Business Resilience – Jandowae and Peranga (PDF, 548KB).

This event is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Queensland Government’s Drought and Climate Adaptation Program.

NT Rangeland Management Course – Old Man Plains Research Station
2025-03-05 | Old Man Plains Research Station, Alice Springs, NT, 0871, Australia
As you prepare to welcome your new team, consider incorporating our free, one-day Rangeland Management Course into your 2025 induction program. This hands-on course provides a great introduction to local pasture species, rainfall patterns, cattle nutrition, biosecurity, weeds, and poisonous plants—specifically designed for Central Australia and directly relevant to daily station work.
Jess, a second-year ringer, shared, “I wish I’d done this in my first year—it would have changed my perspective on everything.”
Course dates and locations
Monday 17 February, Old Man Plains Research Station
Tuesday 25 February, Erldunda Roadhouse
Wednesday 5 March, Old Man Plains Research Station
Wednesday 12 March, venue north of Alice Springs – to be confirmed!
Booking details
Please book by calling Alison Kain (8951 8101) or Georgia Anderson (8951 8136), or email Livestock.Extension@nt.gov.au by the week prior. Minimum 5, maximum 15 participants.
We can also bring the course to your location! We provide all materials; you’ll need a suitable space, access to a nearby paddock for species identification, and accommodation for 2–3 facilitators.
While the course is designed for first and second-year staff, we welcome more experienced team members to join and share their local knowledge. Courses are available upon request throughout the year.

Cattle, carbon and sustainability — Toogoolawah
2025-03-05 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Toogoolawah Golf Club, Annette Street, Toogoolawah, Queensland, 4313, Australia
Join us at Toogoolawah to discuss carbon opportunities for your grazing business
Curious about carbon? Come along to Cattle, carbon and sustainability as we talk through the basics of what carbon means to you, how participating in a carbon project could impact your grazing business, and the opportunities it may present. This free event will provide practical steps for graziers to reduce emissions, or, if applicable, identify market options.
At Cattle, carbon and sustainability, we will discuss:

The Carbon Cycle and Carbon Emissions in agriculture
Carbon Neutral – what it means at industry and farm level
How to develop a Carbon Account for your grazing business
Practical options for managing carbon and emissions on your farm
Carbon Farming – what’s involved, methods, opportunities and risks for your business
Other emerging environmental markets.

Workshop details
Date: 5 March 2025
Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm
Location: Toogoolawah Golf Club
Cost: Free! We will provide smoko and lunch.
Register at: https://hlw.org.au/portfolio/cattle-carbon-and-sustainability-toogoolawah
For enquiries, please contact Vanessa Smolders on 0432 561 610 or vanessa.s@hlw.org.au

This event is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust and the Farm Business Resilience Program which is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Queensland Government’s Drought and Climate Adaptation Program.
Download the flyer: Cattle, carbon and sustainability Toogoolawah (PDF, 337KB)

Writing your farm business plan workshop – Peranga
2025-03-05 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Peranga Hall, Quinalow Peranga Road, Peranga, Qld, 4352, Australia
Meet our Farm Business Resilience Planning Team and get started on creating your farm business plan.
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will:

Hear the latest on pasture dieback
Do a simple business health check which helps inform your plan
Learn about SMART goals and elements for a robust business plan
Create a short ‘getting started’ version of a Farm Business Plan
Discuss drought management ideas with peers and speakers
Hear about current financial assistance programs (e.g. Drought Preparedness Grant and loans) and how to apply using your business plan.

This is a free workshop with morning tea and lunch provided.
Register online at Farm Business Resilience Workshop – Peranga
For more information email roger.sneath@daf.qld.gov.au
Download the workshop flyer: 2025 Farm Business Resilience – Jandowae and Peranga (PDF, 548KB).

This event is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Queensland Government’s Drought and Climate Adaptation Program.

An honest look at drought — a hard day's work, Mitchell
2025-03-05 15:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mitchell Shire Hall, 2-6 Cambridge Street, Mitchell, Qld, 4465, Australia
Mitchell Landcare is holding a review of the 2020 Mitchell District Drought Review to discuss drought planning and strategy.
A variety of service providers involved with drought preparation, response and recovery will be present on the day.
RSVP is essential
Let John Moore know you’re coming on 0428 996 617, or via email: propertyvaluation@bigpond.com, by 3 March.

Producer Demonstration Site cattle production webinar: BVDV, bull breakdown and weaning
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Online, Australia
Cattle veterinarian Dr Enoch Bergman (Swans Veterinary Services) has teamed up with grower group ASHEEP & BEEF to facilitate three Producer Demonstration Sites (PDS) that started in 2023 in Esperance, Western Australia.
In this webinar, Enoch and the lead producer from each PDS will run listeners through the projects and some of their early results.
The projects they will cover are:

Utilising heifer pre-mating serology to manage Bovine Viral Diarrhoea Virus (BVDV)
Preventing bull preputial breakdown by vaccination
Optimising age of weaning cattle.

For more information and to register visit Meat & Livestock Australia’s website.

Writing your farm business plan workshop – Hermitage Research Station
2025-03-06 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Hermitage Research Station, 604 Yangan Road, Warwick, Qld, 4370, Australia
Meet our Farm Business Resilience Planning Team and get started on creating your farm business plan.
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will:

Hear the latest on pasture dieback
Do a simple business health check which helps inform your plan
Learn about SMART goals and elements for a robust business plan
Create a short ‘getting started’ version of a Farm Business Plan
Discuss drought management ideas with peers and speakers
Hear about current financial assistance programs (e.g. Drought Preparedness Grant and loans) and how to apply using your business plan.

There will also be a Pasture Dieback update.
This is a free workshop with morning tea and lunch provided.
Register online at Farm Business Resilience Workshop – Hermitage
For more information email roger.sneath@daf.qld.gov.au
Download the workshop flyer: 2025 Farm Business Resilience – Hermitage Research Station (PDF, 548KB).

This event is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Queensland Government’s Drought and Climate Adaptation Program.

Beef Industry Connect - Atherton
2025-03-06 14:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Atherton International Club, 60 Kennedy Highway, Atherton, Queensland, 4883, Australia
The Department of Primary Industries Beef Extension team invites agribusiness professionals to an information session sharing current DPI development, research and extension projects.
Hear about:

Current business planning, legume establishment and beef industry leadership projects
Establishing sown pastures on the tablelands
Declining land condition in the Northern Gulf
Wet and dry season supplementation

This event welcomes everyone from within the agribusiness sector, aiming to provide relevant and up to date information on DPI projects and the services delivered under current projects.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments available on the day.
Don’t forget to register your attendance!

An honest look at drought — a hard day's work, Dunkeld
2025-03-06 15:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Dunkeld Hall, 55 Dunkeld Road, Dunkeld, Queensland, 4465, Australia
