How to use faecal NIRS testing — Rockhampton
2026-06-18 09:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Rockhampton, Rockhampton, Qld, 4700, Australia
This workshop has a cost of $75 per business for laboratory testing that will be matched by the Department of Primary Industries for testing of 2 paddocks on your property.
Understanding diet quality and how to plan for the dry season ahead
Topics will include:

the quality of your pasture
cattle nutritional requirements
setting your herd up for success
cost effective supplementation.

Spots are limited
Morning tea and lunch will be provided – Please advise of any dietary requirements.
Please RSVP by 1st of May.

For more information, contact Grayson Jones, Beef Extension Officer on 0460 015 071.

GroWQ Innovation Expo - Longreach
2026-07-29 - 2026-07-30 | Longreach, Longreach, Queensland, 4730, Australia
Our signature Expo returns with talks, tech, and trade displays, along with an expanded program.
✔️In 2026, we will be integrating the Future Grass Growers Forum into the Expo, enabling us to run concurrent sessions designed specifically for the next generation. This new structure will create an even stronger platform for learning, connection, and youth development across the region.
✔️ We will again be hosting a field trip, offering hands on insights and practical demonstrations.
✔️ The Kids to Farm program will return, giving school students the opportunity to connect with agriculture in an engaging and meaningful way.
✔️ Plus, many other exciting additions are already in the works to make 2026 our biggest Expo yet!
Further program details will be released early in the new year. In the meantime, if there are any topics or ideas you feel should be part of the 2026 program, please contact us at grow@growq.com.au or visit our website www.growq.com.au.

Developing Northern Australia Conference 2026
2026-08-05 - 2026-08-07 | Alice Springs, Alice Springs, NT, 0870, Australia
Save the date!
For more information keep an eye on the DNAC website.

Kidman Springs field day
2026-08-19 08:00 - 2026-08-20 17:00 | Kidman Springs Research Station, 13774 Buchanan Highway, Victoria River, NT, 0852, Australia
Save the date! More information to come.

23rd Biennial Australian Rangeland Society conference — Darwin
2026-09-07 - 2026-09-11 | Darwin, Darwin, NT, 0801, Australia
Save the date!
ARS Conference 2026 | 7-11 September 2026 | Darwin, Northern Territory
On behalf of the Australian Rangeland Society (ARS) and the ARS 2026 Organising Committee, we are pleased to invite you to Darwin, Northern Territory, for the 23rd Biennial Australian Rangeland Society Conference. The Conference will be held from 7–11 September 2026. The 2026 Conference theme is Cattle, Culture, Conservation and Carbon.
Call for abstracts – now open!
The ARS Conference 2026 is now ready to accept your abstract submissions for oral, lightning oral and poster presentations. We invite you to share your insights and innovations across a wide range of topics including, but not limited to:

cattle (and domestic livestock)
culture
cyber
carbon and environmental services
climate variability and change
conservation
conflicts, clashes, co-design and collaboration.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the 2026 Conference program – abstract submissions close on 16 March 2026, 11:59pm ACST.
More information will be provided closer to the event.

BeefEx 2026
2026-09-22 08:00 - 2026-09-24 17:00 | Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Cnr Gold Coast Highway and TE Peters Drive, Broadbeach, Qld, 4218, Australia
BeefEx is Australia’s flagship grain fed beef industry event, bringing together lot feeders, industry leaders, researchers and supply chain partners for two unmissable days of learning, insight and connection. Think big ideas, practical takeaways, industry-leading speakers and plenty of opportunities to connect with peers from across the grain fed sector.
Put it in your calendar now and keep an eye on the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association’s BeefEx website for more information.
