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
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 — Jericho
2025-07-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Jericho Town Hall, 45 Darwin Street, Jericho, Queensland, 4724, 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.

Managing landscapes in business — Gympie
2025-07-25 09:00 - 15:00 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 Townsviller, 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 | 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 | 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.
