Grazing Fundamentals EDGE- Alice Springs
2025-07-17 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Alice Springs, Alice Springs, NT, 0870, Australia
Join Dionne Walsh (Range IQ) and Alison Kain (NT DAF) for a one day Grazing Fundamentals EDGE workshop
WHERE: Alice Springs
WHEN: 17 July 2025 (8:00am- 5:00pm)
COST: $850 + GST / 1st person from one business; or $575 / 2nd and 3rd person from the same business (primary producers only).
(includes comprehensive set of Workshop Notes and Workbook as well as lunch, morning/afternoon tea)
Attending this workshop will help you better understand:
• The soils and plants in your area
• Connections between land condition, pasture growth and animal production
• The importance of ground cover and soil moisture
• How to allow for climate variability when planning and how to forage budget
• The different grazing systems available.
REGISTER NOW: Contact Dionne Walsh – Range IQ, M: 0417 083 638, E: dionne@rangeiq.com.au or Alison Kain – NT DAF, M: 0409 281 649, E: Alison.Kain@nt.gov.au
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VIEW THE EVENT FLYER HERE

Bull Selection & Fertility Information Day (Toogoolawah)
2025-07-17 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Toogoolawah Golf Club, Annette Street, Toogoolawah, Queensland, 4313, Australia
Join us at Toogoolawah to discuss breeding and fertility opportunities for your grazing business
Join Department of Primary Industries’ Tim Emery and local vet, Dr Bill Roughan, for an engaging and practical workshop focused on improving herd fertility and business outcomes. Whether you’re a seasoned producer or just starting out, this workshop offers insights to help you make informed breeding decisions and drive the efficiency and profitability of your herd going forward.
At the Bull Selection and Fertiltiy information Day, we will discuss:

The importance of having clear breeding objectives
Bull Breeding Soundness Evaluation (BBSE)/BULLCHECK
Reproductive disease management
Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) – making effective use of them
Understanding what valuable information can be accessed online
An insight into various genetics focused research projects

Workshop details
Date: 17 July 2025
Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm
Location: The Toogoolawah Golf Club
Cost: Free! We will provide smoko and lunch.
Register at: Bull Selection & Fertility Information Day (Toogoolawah)
For enquiries, please contact Vanessa Smolders on 0432 561 610 (vanessa.s@hlw.org.au) or Greg Bath on 0418 988 579 (greg.bath@dpi.qld.gov.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: Bull Selection and Fertility flyer – Toogoolawah (PDF; 340KB)

BeefUp Forum - Alice Springs
2025-07-18 | Alice Springs, Alice Springs, NT, 0870, 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.

Developing Northern Australia Conference
2025-07-22 - 2025-07-24 | Cairns Convention Centre, Corner Wharf and Sheridan Streets, Cairns, Qld, 4870, Australia
The Developing Northern Australia Conference (DNAC) brings together talent from across the north with industry, government and investors to explore sectors of greatest opportunity and learn more about doing business north of the Tropic of Capricorn.
The theme of DNAC 2025 is ‘Securing Australia’s future by driving northern development.’
Join us on Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji and Yirrganydji Country in tropical Cairns, 22 to 24 July 2025 to progress a balanced and sustainable development of Northern Australia.
For more information and to register, visit the DNAC website.

Veg management and mapping workshop — Blackall
2025-07-22 09:00 - 12:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Blackall Living Arts Centre, Corner Hawthorne and Rose Streets, Blackall, Queensland, 4472, Australia
Landholders are invited to join a “half-day” mapping and vegetation management workshop in the Desert Channels region.
Attendees will experience:

1-on-1 support
Q&A on thinning, infrastructure, fire and encroachment vegetation codes.

Plus:

how to complete a notification to clear under the Managing Encroachment Code
understand the process to apply for managing thickened vegetation permit
hands-on mapping assistance.

Please RSVP to info@dcq.org.au or 07 4658 0600, including to book a 1-on-1 vegetation management or mapping session with our staff.
These workshops are hosted in collaboration with Desert Channels Queensland and the Queensland Government (Department of Natural Resources). Download the flyer.

Veg management and mapping workshop — Blackall (PM session)
2025-07-22 13:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Blackall Living Arts Centre, Corner Hawthorne and Rose Streets, Blackall, Queensland, 4472, Australia

Online - Using BREEDPLAN info in Animal Selection
2025-07-22 19:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Online, Australia
Using BREEDPLAN Information in Animal Selection
Join the ABRI Extension Services team for a free one hour webinar which outlines how BREEDPLAN information can be utilised, alongside visual assessment, in animal selection. Suitable for both commercial and seedstock producers, this webinar will cover how to interpret BREEDPLAN EBVs and Selection Indexes, a guide to using these in your animal selection decisions, and how to search the online database to create a shortlist of animals with suitable genetics for your operation ahead of sale day.
Register for these events here

Veg management and mapping workshop — Isisford
2025-07-23 09:00 - 12:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Isisford Community Hall, 16 Mary Street, Isisford, Qld, 4731, Australia

Veg management and mapping workshop — Isisford (PM session)
2025-07-23 13:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Isisford Community Hall, 16 Mary Street, Isisford, Qld, 4731, Australia

Veg management and mapping workshop — Stonehenge
2025-07-24 09:00 - 12:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Stonehenge Hall, 12 Stratford Street, Stonehenge, Qld, 4357, Australia
eLandholders are invited to join a “half-day” mapping and vegetation management workshop in the Desert Channels region.
Attendees will experience:

1-on-1 support
Q&A on thinning, infrastructure, fire and encroachment vegetation codes.

Plus:

how to complete a notification to clear under the Managing Encroachment Code
understand the process to apply for managing thickened vegetation permit
hands-on mapping assistance.

Please RSVP to info@dcq.org.au or 07 4658 0600, including to book a 1-on-1 vegetation management or mapping session with our staff.
These workshops are hosted in collaboration with Desert Channels Queensland and the Queensland Government (Department of Natural Resources). Download the flyer.

Veg management and mapping workshop — Stonehenge (PM session)
2025-07-24 13:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Stonehenge Hall, 12 Stratford Street, Stonehenge, Qld, 4357, Australia

Veg management and mapping workshop — Jericho
2025-07-25 09:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Jericho Town Hall, 45 Darwin Street, Jericho, Queensland, 4724, Australia

Managing landscapes in business — Gympie
2025-07-25 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Gympie State High School, 59 Cootharaba Road, Gympie, Queensland, 4570, Australia
Join Burnett Mary Regional Group (BMRG) for the Managing landscapes in business day at Gympie.
Hear about the following topics from industry experts:

Business fundamentals, presented by David McLean of RCS: Learn how one of Australia’s top agri-presenters helps farms maximise productivity, profitability and long-term resilience.
Pasture and weed identification walk, with Damien O’Sullivan from Grazing Solutions: Field session on species identification and pasture management. Bring samples or clear photos (no seeds).
Natural capacity, presented by Leesa Kelly of BMRG: How to assess your natural assets and tap into emerging markets like carbon and biodiversity.
Soil health and microbiology, with Rachel Cavallo with BMRG: How fungi, composting and biology can improve soil health and productivity.
Flood recovery insights, thanks to Saba Sinai of CQ University: Lessons from producers after the 2022 floods and how to prepare for future extremes.
Feral pig management with Darren Pratt as he shares the latest in feral animal control technology including drones.
Biosecurity and disaster planning thanks to Gympie Regional Council.

Although the event is free, spots are limited!

Breeding EDGE – Mission Beach
2025-07-28 - 2025-07-30 | Mission Beach, Mission Beach, Qld, 4852, Australia
Breeding EDGE is a 3-day workshop designed to help improve and refine your beef breeder herd management plans using genetic and reproductive knowledge and technologies to achieve desired production targets.
Location: Mission Beach
When: 28–30 July 2025
Cost:

$1,950 + GST / 1st person from one business.
$1,650 + GST / 2nd and 3rd person from same business (primary producers only).

Register and pay for the workshop by 9 May to receive the early bird discount of $250.
Cost includes a comprehensive set of workshop notes, workbook, electronic files, other materials and catering.

Presenters:

Felicity Hamlyn-Hill, Beef Enterprise Advisory Services
Tim Emery, Department of Primary Industries
BULLCHECK™ Accredited Vet Dr Geoff Fordyce

Topics covered
During the Breeding EDGE workshop at Mission Beach, you will learn about:

current herd performance – what measures matter most
reproduction and reproduction loss
managing the breeders – systems
bull fertility and management
identifying “not so obvious” bull faults that impact reproduction
reproductive diseases and diseases impacting reproduction
breeder herd management plans
genetic improvement of your herd (including breeding objectives)
genetic principles and selection tools
selection and selection criteria for traits important to you
breeds and breeding systems.

By attending the workshop, you will be able to:

identify where your current breeder herd management program can be improved to reduce reproductive loss
measure reproductive performance more accurately
identify strategies and management to improve bull selection, retention, management and performance
develop, or refine, a practical and achievable management plan for the breeding herd that will lead to higher productivity.

Registration

To book your seat, contact Felicity Hamlyn-Hill on 0428 113 732 or email felicity.hamlyn-hill@bigpond.com

Livestock thermal stress management: Webinar 1
2025-07-29 12:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Online, Australia
Livestock thermal stress – chill and heat – is a complex issue that can impact your livestock and your business in ways you may never have realised. How we manage our livestock during vulnerable periods can either have a positive or negative impact on livestock productivity and business profits well beyond the actual event. Can you afford not to learn about livestock thermal stress?
This innovative learning series, the first of its kind in Australia, will include three weekly 1-hour webinars that will be followed up with practical and interactive field days.
Webinar dates (12:00pm–1:00pm AEST):
🔹 Webinar 1: Tuesday 29 July 2025
🔹 Webinar 2: Tuesday 5 August 2025
🔹 Webinar 3: Tuesday 12 August 2025
The practical field days are open to those who register for the webinar series. All webinars will be recorded and sent to you if you cannot attend any or all of the sessions. The field days will include on-property discussions with experts and include practical tools and strategies to help you manage livestock before, during, and after heat and chill events. We will show you practical strategies to mitigate livestock thermal stress before it costs you!
Field day locations:
Tuesday 19 August – ‘Springleigh’ Blackall QLD kindly hosted by the Banks Family
Thursday 21 August – ‘Athlone’ Meandarra QLD kindly hosted by Condabri Beef
Future field days will be planned around locations of interest based on webinar registrations.
Key presenters:
Dr Angela Lees, UQ Gatton
Professor John Gaughan, UQ Gatton
Dr Kieren McCosker, UQ Gatton
Dr Tim Cowan, NACP/BOM
What you’ll learn:
✅ How livestock regulate their body temperature
✅ Triggers of thermal stress and how to manage them
✅ Tools and climate forecasts to support smart decisions
✅ Practical, low-cost ways to reduce risk and protect animal welfare
✅ Improve productivity and profitability with better planning
✅ Prepare now for spring and summer heat
🔗 Register now: https://qrco.de/NACP
The Northern Australia Climate Program (NACP) would like to acknowledge the support of the University of Queensland and the SQNNSW Innovation Hub in co-delivering the Livestock Thermal Stress Learning Series.

GrowQ ag innovation expo — Longreach
2025-07-30 08:00 - 2025-07-31 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Longreach Show Grounds, Longreach, Queensland, 4730, Australia
Talks, tech and trade displays
** Save the date **
Wednesday 30 July 2025: Property tour
Thursday 31 July 2025: Your chance to check out cutting-edge technology, new perspectives, and inspiring ideas that will shape the future of primary production.
Write it on your calendar!

Working dog and livestock handling course — Wandoan
2025-07-31 08:00 - 2025-08-03 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Greenacres, Roma, Wandoan, Queensland, 4419, Australia
Join instructor Neil McDonald for a four-day working dog and livestock handling course, at Greenacres via Wandoan.
Starting on the 31st of July, Neil will discuss and demonstrate how to move stock safely and effectively, with and without working dogs.
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact Harry on 0438 230 285, or Tahlia on 0459 791 376.

A place to call home, next-gen ag forum — Townsville
2025-08-01 | Quayside Terminal Townsville, Lennon Drive, South Townsville, Queensland, 4810, Australia
You can now register for the A Place to Call Home: The Next Gen Ag Forum

A one-day event aimed at inspiring and connecting the next generation of primary producers in Australian agriculture.
This Forum, held at the Quayside Terminal Townsville, brings to life the stories and challenges discussed in the ‘A Place to Call Home’ podcast.
Why Attend?
The Next Gen Ag Forum presents a unique opportunity to learn from young farmers and industry leaders who are changing the agricultural landscape. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge about land ownership, business growth, finance, and managing change.

Hear from industry leaders and producers who have walked the path before you.
Learn practical strategies to overcome challenges in securing land and building a sustainable business.
Connect with like-minded individuals, mentors, and potential business partners.
Wrap up the day with sponsored evening drinks, where networking meets opportunity.

Whether you’re just starting out, scaling up, or exploring new opportunities in agriculture, this forum will give you the tools and inspiration to move forward.
If you want to own land, start a business, or leave a mark in agriculture, don’t miss The Next Gen Ag Forum.
Register today

Producer Information Seminar- Gin Gin
2025-08-01 15:00 - 17:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | VC Rural, 60 Mulgrave Street, Gin Gin, Qld, 4671, Australia
Join us at the VC Rural Shed for a FREE producer information seminar on tools to help you this bull buying season, managing the bulls you already have and opportunities available from integrated timber management on your property.
A fantastic line-up of speakers include:

Tim Emery (DPI Roma)
Dr Andrew Marland (Vet Cross)
Bill Schulke (Private Forestry Service QLD)
Adam Coffey (Cattle Australia)

WHERE: VC Rural Shed, Gin Gin
WHEN: Friday 1st August 2025- 3pm Start
REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE AFTERWARDS
REGISTER by 30th July: call 0429 827 919 or (07)4181 0192
FLYER INFORMATION HERE

Dung beetle workshop — Roma
2025-08-03 09:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Moorelands Nursery, Dargal Rd, Roma, Qld, 4455, Australia
John Feehan is Australia’s leading dung beetle expert. With 56 years’ experience with research, fieldwork and education, he’s helped introduce and manage beetle species that improve soil health, reduce farm pests and help break the life cycle of buffalo fly on cattle. John is known for making science practical, engaging and relevant to every farmer and gardener.
By attending the dung beetle workshop, you can expect to learn:

how dung beetles improve soil and pasture health
identifying beetle species on your property
explore their role in sustainable, chemical-free farming
discover how dung beetles can reduce buffalo fly populations on livestock.

Get hands on with real-life examples and expert tips.

Insurance gaps: Covering the things you don't consider
2025-08-04 12:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Online, Australia
Join Queensland Farmers’ Federation for a Farm Business Resilience Program webinar covering gaps farming businesses might encounter when planning insurance coverage for their business.
The presenters will explore innovative and niche products such as parametric, and crisis management insurance that are sometimes not considered when businesses are looking to offset climate volatility, market disruptions and personnel risks.
Attendees will gain insights into limitations of traditional insurance structures and options for building a more tailored insurance framework for their agribusiness.
The presenters are:

Russell Mehmet, Client Solutions Director, Corporate Risks and Brokering Willis, a WTW Business
Michelle Love, Client Relationship Manager, Health & Benefits, Willis, a WTW business
Bill Hardie, Senior Underwriter Crisis, Management & Weather, Liberty Specialty Markets

To register for this webinar, please visit qff.org.au/events.
Please RSVP by Friday 1 August 2025.
For more information, please contact Bec Tkal via email rebecca@qff.org.au or call 0409 580 766.
Download a copy of the QFF Insurance Webinar 4 August 2025 flyer (PDF, 2MB).

Australian Women in Agriculture National Conference 2025
2025-08-05 - 2025-08-07 | Stamford Grand, 2 Jetty Road, Glenelg, SA, 5054, Australia
The Australian Women in Agriculture (AWiA) National Conference 2025 is about ‘Growing Futures – Breaking Barriers’.
For more information and to register visit the AWiA National Conference website.

GRDC Grains Research Update – Dalby
2025-08-05 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Dalby Events Centre, Nicholson Street, Dalby, Qld, 4405, Australia
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Dalby GRDC Grains Research Update.
Read more and register →

Livestock thermal stress management: Webinar 2
2025-08-05 12:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Online, Australia

Barkly herd management forum — Alexandria Station
2025-08-06 | Alexandria Station, NT, Australia
The Northern Territory Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) will be holding the biennial Barkly Herd Management Forum on 6 August at Alexandria Station.
The course is for middle management employees such as head stockmen, overseers and assistant managers to interact with experts in various fields and learn from each other as to the best management practices for the Barkly region.
Topics vary each year to forum to ensure returning participants are presented with new information. This year, topics include: cattle health, nutrition and breeding; data collection; pasture management; soils and climate; business decisions, and; leadership and communication.
At each forum DAF staff provide participants with an understanding of the implications of current Northern Territory research results. Presenters are urged to ensure sessions are interactive and provide key take home messages, ideas and strategies that each participant can implement in their own situation.
To register or for more information please contact Mary Williams, Pastoral Extension Officer on 0448 560 321 or mary.williams1@nt.gov.au

GRDC Grains Research Update – Westmar
2025-08-06 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Westmar Sports Club, 7160 Meandarra-Talwood Road, Westmar, Qld, 4422, Australia
Discuss the latest farm-ready information to improve profit, with researchers, agronomists and leading growers at the Westmar GRDC Grains Research Update.
Read more and register →

GrazingforProfit - Roma
2025-08-07 - 2025-08-13 | Roma Explorers Inn, 44778 Warrego Highway, Roma, Qld, 4455, Australia
GrazingforProfit® is Australia’s longest-running business program for the grazing industry. With over 8,000 graduates, it is also the most attended farm management program conducted in rural Australia.
A 360-Degree Approach:
GrazingforProfit® takes a comprehensive view, encompassing all factors influencing your enterprise’s success. From climate variability to market fluctuations, we equip you to make informed decisions that embrace the entirety of your business environment.
Three reasons you should register today!

Can’t say enough good things about RCS. Knowledge of presenters was fantastic. Course I believe every grazier should do. Follow up and information attendees can access is great! Walt
A grazing or Farming for Profit course has the highest return on any education $ you will ever spend. RCS provides across the board education tools and backup that, without doubt helps agricultural businesses to become more profitable, sustainable and better prepared to bounce back after droughts, downturns and floods. Brian
Best well-rounded course. Honestly the best well-rounded course I have ever taken. I loved how immersive it was to make us really zone in on our businesses. It made me look at our numbers with different eyes and consider all aspects of our grazing business, not just tax and cashflow. It gave me more tools and understanding than I ever thought was possible. This gives us confidence with our decision making and future. Janeta

Cost
Early Bird: $4979 (available until 13 June 2025)

Standard: $5,499
Secure your spot today!

Cattle Tick & Tick Fever Management — Clermont
2025-08-11 17:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Clermont Commercial Hotel, 80 Capella Street, Clermont, Qld, 4721, Australia
Cattle & Tick Fever Management Nights – Clermont & Springsure
Clermont – Commercial Hotel | Monday 11 August | 5pm
Register here – Cattle Tick Management & Tick Fever Information Session Tickets, Mon, Aug 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM | Eventbrite
Springsure – Memorial Hall | Tuesday 12 August | 5pm
Register here – Cattle Tick & Tick Fever Management Tickets, Tue 12/08/2025 at 5:00 pm | Eventbrite

With a mild winter and recent out-of-season rain, cattle tick pressure is set to rise – don’t get caught off guard!
Join Zoetis and DPI for an evening covering:
✅ Tick management and control practices
✅ Tick chemical resistance testing
✅ Tick Fever prevention and clearing programs
✅ Plus, time to discuss other disease and parasite concerns

Hear from the following experts, ask questions, and get ready to protect your herd for the season ahead.
🔸 Dr Lee Taylor – Veterinary Operations Manager, Zoetis
🔸 Ryan Honor – Beef Extension Officer, DAF
🔸 Kialea McKee – Accredited Cattle Tick Certifier

Dinner and refreshments provided!
See the full flyer for Clermont and Springsure here.

Pilbara Weeds Symposium 2025
2025-08-12 - 2025-08-13 | Karratha, Karratha, WA, 6714, Australia
The Pilbara Weeds Symposium 2025 “Beyond Compliance – Working Together for Better Outcomes” will include:

Expert presentations
Panel discussion
Weed I.D. workshop
Networking
Field trip
Sundowner.

For more information and to register your interest in attending please visit The Weeds Society of Western Australia website.

Livestock thermal stress management: Webinar 3
2025-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Online, Australia
