Regional drought resilience program planning — Bundaberg
2025-12-04 09:00 - 12:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Bundaberg Multiplex Centre, 1 Civic Street, Bundaberg West, Qld, 4670, Australia
Regional Development Australia invites community input to help co-design practical projects that bring the Burnett and Mary Regional Drought Resilience Plans to life. Your ideas and local knowledge will help shape initiatives that strengthen our communities.
During 2023/24, a team from UniSQ worked with Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett to carry out extensive stakeholder engagement and develop the Mary and the Burnett Regional Drought Resilience Plans (RDRPs). These two RDRPs both contain Action Plans that broadly describe initiatives that stakeholders across the region recommended to lessen the impacts of drought and build future resilience. Now that the RDRPs have been formally approved by the State and the Australian governments, we move forward in developing an implementation plan and turn the broad initiatives into ‘fundable’ projects.
We invite you to work with us as interested stakeholders to gather your ideas and inputs and co-design a series of project outlines based on the broad ideas in the RDRP Action Plans. We are holding a series of short but interactive workshops to gather advice on the important steps and elements needed to most effectively implement these projects in the Mary and Burnett regions. You will also get a chance to let us know which of the projects you think are a regional priority to build resilience for future droughts.
Click here to RSVP

Grazing Fundamentals EDGE- Emerald
2025-12-05 08:30 - 16:30 | CH CoLab, 9-13 King street, Emerald, QLD, 4735, Australia
Join Jill Alexander (Applied Ag) for a one-day Grazing Fundamentals EDGE workshop
WHERE: CH CoLab, 9-13 King Street, Emerald QLD
WHEN: 5th December 2025 (8:30am- 4:30pm)
COST: $935* incl. GST per person (5% discount if booked and paid by before the 31st of October).
(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. Places Limited. Bookings close 22 November: Contact Jill Alexander- 0427 764 897, jillalexander@bigpond.com
OR REGISTER HERE
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VIEW THE EVENT FLYER HERE

JAB Agri Solutions Compliance and technology: workshop 3 — Pittsworth
2025-12-08 08:30 - 16:00 | Pittsworth Function Centre, 42 Hume Street, Pittsworth, Qld, 4356, Australia
Compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. In this one-day workshop, we break down LPA, NLIS, PIC, and CVD requirements into clear, simple steps you can actually follow. You’ll also learn how to build a practical biosecurity plan, record livestock movements, and explore easy-to-use technology like NLIS readers, eNVDs, and scales. The day is fully catered, with guest speakers on hand to share insights, and you’ll leave with resources, checklists, and digital tools to take the stress out of compliance.
Why it matters
Strong records and biosecurity practices aren’t just red tape—they protect your livestock, your property, and the wider red meat industry. Getting compliance right opens up more market opportunities, builds trust in your livestock, and gives you peace of mind. This workshop helps you simplify the process, get hands-on with tools, and ask the questions you’ve always wanted answered.
Who it’s for?

Producers who feel overwhelmed by NLIS, LPA, and biosecurity rules

Hobby farmers wanting confidence they’re “doing it right”

Small-scale operators who want simple systems and digital tools

Anyone ready to reduce paperwork stress and safeguard their farm

You take-home
✔ Step-by-step guidance to meet LPA, NLIS, PIC, and CVD requirements
✔ A practical biosecurity plan template you can implement straight away
✔ Hands-on exposure to technology that makes compliance easier
✔ Confidence that your farm records are correct, complete, and future-proof
Tickets available for individual sessions OR grab the discounted 3-session package for the full experience.
Seats are limited – secure your spot now!
Pittsworth, QLD

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Productive and persistent legume pastures — Moonie
2025-12-09 08:00 - 16:00 | Moonie Sports Club, Corner of Moonie and Leichardt Highways, Moonie, Queensland, 4406, Australia
Learn about the latest science and ‘how-to’ for the best legume pastures
At the Productive and persistent legume pastures event, attendees will hear about:

Reliable techniques to successfully establish legumes into existing improved pastures.
How to select the right legume for your situation.
Tips for managing legume-grass pastures for long term productivity and drought resilience.
Develop an action plan for your pasture legume establishment. Bring your soil test results if you would like to discuss them.
Personalised, one-on-one support for new paddock sowings.

This event is provided by the Queensland Pasture Resilience Program, funded by the Queensland Government, Australian Government and Meat and Livestock Australia. Morning tea and lunch provided.

Breeding EDGE- Katherine
2025-12-09 08:00 - 2025-12-11 17:00 | Qld
Katherine Breeding EDGE is a three-day workshop designed to help in improving and refining you beef breeder herd management plans.
Location: Katherine, NT
When: 9-11 December 2025
Cost:

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

Cost includes workshop notes, workbook, electronic files, other materials and catering.

Presenters:
Whitney Dollemore – Northern BreedAssist
ACV & BULLCHECK accredited vet – Vet Dr Rupert Trembath – Katherine Vet Care Centre
Topics covered include:

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

More information can be found here in the EVENT FLYER

To register, contact:
Whitney Dollemore – M: 0400 649 381 or E: whitney@nthbreedassist.com

JAB Agri Solutions Compliance and technology: workshop 3 — Boonah
2025-12-09 08:30 - 16:00 | Boonah Tavern, 88 High Street, Boonah, Queensland, 4310, Australia
Compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. In this one-day workshop, we break down LPA, NLIS, PIC, and CVD requirements into clear, simple steps you can actually follow. You’ll also learn how to build a practical biosecurity plan, record livestock movements, and explore easy-to-use technology like NLIS readers, eNVDs, and scales. The day is fully catered, with guest speakers on hand to share insights, and you’ll leave with resources, checklists, and digital tools to take the stress out of compliance.
Why it matters
Strong records and biosecurity practices aren’t just red tape—they protect your livestock, your property, and the wider red meat industry. Getting compliance right opens up more market opportunities, builds trust in your livestock, and gives you peace of mind. This workshop helps you simplify the process, get hands-on with tools, and ask the questions you’ve always wanted answered.
Who it’s for?

Producers who feel overwhelmed by NLIS, LPA, and biosecurity rules

Hobby farmers wanting confidence they’re “doing it right”

Small-scale operators who want simple systems and digital tools

Anyone ready to reduce paperwork stress and safeguard their farm

You take-home
✔ Step-by-step guidance to meet LPA, NLIS, PIC, and CVD requirements
✔ A practical biosecurity plan template you can implement straight away
✔ Hands-on exposure to technology that makes compliance easier
✔ Confidence that your farm records are correct, complete, and future-proof
Tickets available for individual sessions OR grab the discounted 3-session package for the full experience.
Seats are limited – secure your spot now!
Boonah, QLD

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JAB Agri Solutions Compliance and technology: workshop 3 — Kingaroy
2025-12-10 08:30 - 16:00 | Kingaroy RSL, Cnr Short and Markwell Streets, Kingaroy, Qld, 4610, Australia
Compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. In this one-day workshop, we break down LPA, NLIS, PIC, and CVD requirements into clear, simple steps you can actually follow. You’ll also learn how to build a practical biosecurity plan, record livestock movements, and explore easy-to-use technology like NLIS readers, eNVDs, and scales. The day is fully catered, with guest speakers on hand to share insights, and you’ll leave with resources, checklists, and digital tools to take the stress out of compliance.
Why it matters
Strong records and biosecurity practices aren’t just red tape—they protect your livestock, your property, and the wider red meat industry. Getting compliance right opens up more market opportunities, builds trust in your livestock, and gives you peace of mind. This workshop helps you simplify the process, get hands-on with tools, and ask the questions you’ve always wanted answered.
Who it’s for?

Producers who feel overwhelmed by NLIS, LPA, and biosecurity rules

Hobby farmers wanting confidence they’re “doing it right”

Small-scale operators who want simple systems and digital tools

Anyone ready to reduce paperwork stress and safeguard their farm

You take-home
✔ Step-by-step guidance to meet LPA, NLIS, PIC, and CVD requirements
✔ A practical biosecurity plan template you can implement straight away
✔ Hands-on exposure to technology that makes compliance easier
✔ Confidence that your farm records are correct, complete, and future-proof
Tickets available for individual sessions OR grab the discounted 3-session package for the full experience.
Seats are limited – secure your spot now!
Kingaroy, QLD

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Grazing and fire management — Millmerran
2025-12-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Millmerran, Millmerran, Queensland, 4357, Australia
Southern Queensland Landscapes invites you to a practical morning sharing knowledge about the role of fire in improving the health and productivity of your pasture while managing the risk of wildfire on your property.
Topics covered

Using cool burns for pasture improvement
preparing for a cool burn
managing the risk of wildfire
practical demonstrations on thinning and firebreaks
when and how to apply for a burn permit
who can help.

The field day will discuss how to prepare for a cool burn which will be conducted at a follow up field day next year.
Let SQL know you’re coming!
RSVP by 10 December to 0427 952 336 or email millmerranlandcare@bigpond.com.

Master the Balance: Boosting North Australian breeder performance with pasture management WEBINAR
2025-12-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via GoToWebinar
Is your breeder herd pulling its weight? If you’re unsure, this webinar is for you. We’ll cut through the data and focus on what really matters for northern Australian pastoral businesses—practical steps to identify underperformance and improve results.
Hear from industry experts:

Robyn Cowley (NT DAF) and Kieren McCosker (QAFFI) will share key insights from the Cash Cow and Sweet Spot projects.
Ian McLean (Bush Agribusiness) will break down the economics of breeder performance.
NT and QLD producers Michael Johnson (Tipperary Group) and Grant Keane (Australian Country Choice) will reveal the changes they’ve made on their properties and the results they’ve achieved.

What you’ll learn:

How to spot underperforming breeder herds.
Key benchmarks for breeder performance.
The link between pasture utilisation, reproduction, and productivity.
Practical steps to assess and improve your herd.
The financial benefits of optimising breeder performance.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more on transforming your herd’s performance and profitability. Register now!

Yarn on a "We bought a farm!" — Limestone Ridges
2026-01-18 14:30 - 17:00 | Limestone Ridges, Limestone Ridges, Queensland, 4305, Australia
Visit Fiona and Allan’s farm and Land for Wildlife property at Limestone Ridges.

Boonah and District Landcare looks forward to seeing you at the first Yarn on a Farm event for 2026.

New or looking to renew?
To welcome people new to the region, especially those who have bought a property to manage with stock, and those looking to refresh their management goals, we’re starting 2026 with renewed focus with a special Yarn on a ‘We bought a Farm!’.
Come and share the learnings made by Fiona and Allan, who purchased their place in 2018 and started managing it regeneratively after the break of the 2019 drought.
Our special guest speakers are Katie and Andrew Zerner from Knowledge to Practice. Katie and Andrew are experienced regenerative land managers and educators who will be introducing their workshop and consulting services to help people connect the dots between goals, landscape and livestock.
Yarn on a Farm events are an initiative by Boonah and District Landcare to connect and share collective wisdom towards stewardship of the land we manage. Come along, ask questions and meet others in the area who can help you on your farming journey.

Key event details

This is an on-farm event.
Wear clean shoes – please don’t bring your farm to their farm.
Follow the signs and park where directed.
The exact location will be emailed to guests a couple of days before the event.
Free event but bookings required.
BYO own chair.
BYO water bottle and stay hydrated.
Please wear suitable clothing, footwear and insect repellent.
Be sun safe – slip, slop, slap.
Tea/coffee provided but we’d love you to bring a plate of afternoon tea to share.

Producers day — Charters Towers
2026-01-31 08:00 - 17:00 | Dalrymple Trade Training Centre, 1-13 Macpherson Street, Charters Towers, Queensland, 4757, Australia
Join Gener8 Reproduction for Producers Day at Charters Towers, Saturday 31 January.
Build for producers who want to:

tighten joinings
lift conception rates
make confident reproduction decisions.

Speakers
Hear from:

Jo Gangemi, Beef Extension Officer from Department of Primary Industries as she presents findings from the Repronomics project and incorporating key messages from the project
Rod Linke, Strategic Account Manager from Vytelle, as he discusses Vyelle’s cattle monitoring system designed to help producers improve reproduction performance and herd management.

Seats are limited!
To secure your spot, email info@gener8repro.com.au.

Cost of Production Workshop - Barcaldine
2026-02-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Barcaldine, Barcaldine, Qld, 4725, Australia
Do you know what it costs you to produce a kilogram of beef, wool, lamb or goat? Join us for this course so you can build your financial understanding and business confidence.
Course structure:

Face to face workshop – Build your financial understanding and business confidence. Learn principles behind CoP and how to calculate it effectively for your enterprise.
Online session 1 & 2 – Practical, guided sessions to help you enter your data accurately into the CoP tool and assist with any questions.
Final online session – Discover CoP results, identify targets and explore strategies to improve efficiency and profitability by lowering your CoP.

Cost of Production Workshop - Cunnamulla
2026-02-04 09:00 - 14:00 | Cunnamulla, Cunnamulla, Qld, 4490, Australia

Pest animal workshop — Mungindi
2026-02-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Mungindi, Queensland, 2406, Australia
North West Local Land Services invite landholders in the Mungindi and Boomi area to join the invasive species pest team for a workshop to learn about the different methods of pest animal control and monitoring that can be used on property.
Topics covered at the workshop include:
• practical pig control
• pig ecology and behaviour
• importance of free feeding
• trapping techniques and trapping display
• baiting options
• aerial control project update
• diseases and safe handling of pest animals
• private contractor on site to discuss control methods.

Succession negotiation workshop series: Phase 1 — Collinsville
2026-02-12 08:00 - 2026-02-13 17:00 | Opal Ridge Motel, 23 Stanley Street, Collinsville, Qld, 4804, Australia
NQ Dry Tropics invites you to Allan Parker’s Succession negotiation workshop series.
In a rapidly changing world, we need to evolve to stay in step with our surroundings. Succession negotiation helps individuals, groups and communities create practical, future-ready succession pathways. It moves us beyond ‘business-as-usual’ toward transition, transformation, and ultimately co-creation — unlocking new ways of thinking, working and progressing together.
Read more about Allan Parker
Phase 1: Leading and negotiating succession planning | 12-13 February, Opal Ridge Motel (conference room), Collinsville
Phase 2: Regional brain resetting | 7-8 May, Opal Ridge Motel (conference room), Collinsville
Thinking of coming?
For more information contact Teagan Morris, NQ Dry Tropics NRM Project Manager on 0418 816 753.
This event is hosted by the Landholders Driving Change (LDC2) project funded by the Queensland Government through the Queensland Reef Water Quality Program.

Drought, dirt and decisions field day — Mitchell
2026-02-12 10:30 - 16:00 | Abbieglassie, Mitchell, Mitchell, Queensland, Australia
Join Mitchell Landcare, ConnectAg, DPI, RFCSQ and Applied Ag at McLean family property, Abbieglassie.

Get on the front foot with options for drought preparedness as well as getting a handle on locally relevant strategies for protecting soil assets.
This event brought to you through support from the Queensland Government’s Natural Resource Recovery Program and the Grazing Future’s Prepare and Prosper program funding in partnership with the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.

Secure your spot!

Carbon EDGE — Toowoomba
2026-02-18 - 2026-02-19 | Toowoomba, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia
Carbon EDGE — Taking carbon from a concept to an action plan
Understand the opportunities for emissions reduction and carbon storage in your livestock grazing business.
Use your own information to develop an action plan for your business.
Attending this workshop will help you learn:

key terminology and concepts relating to greenhouse gases (GHG) within the red meat industry
in-depth information on the practices to reduce and sequester GHG within a livestock grazing business
weighing up opportunities and risks associated with generating carbon credits and how they can be used to benefit livestock businesses
understanding carbon neutrality and how it aligns to your business goals
developing a carbon action plan that incorporates practical, achievable strategies to meet your objectives.

You will learn through group-based activities and tools, applying new information to your own context with snapshot the support of an expert deliverer. Every workshop will include case studies and examples for participants to learn from.
Who is the Carbon EDGE program for?
The program is for red meat producers who are looking to build on their understanding of carbon. The program will help participants move into a planning and action phase, identifying practices and technologies that could be incorporated into their business to benefit their bottom line and the environment. It is also suitable for advisors and other service providers looking to enhance their understanding of the current operating environment.
Event presenters
The Carbon EDGE workshop will be presented by Rhonda Toms-Morgan and John McLaughlin of Connect Ag.
Pre-workshop preparation
The design of the Carbon EDGE workshops recognises that everyone will be at a different starting point when it comes to carbon. However, it is highly recommended that participants complete pre-work before attending to get the best out of the program. This includes the eLearning modules available on MLA’s Toolbox and a carbon account. Your workshop deliverer will be in touch to guide you through this process.
Investment
$250+GST for producers, discounted from ($1750+GST). This evnt is supported by the SQNNSW Innovation Hub through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.
Cost includes a comprehensive manual, workbook/planning template, tools and resources to take home and catering.
Click here to download the Carbon EDGE event flyer.

Understanding Meat Standards Australia — Webinar
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Online webinar, Australia
Free national webinar for producers wanting to understand how MSA fits into on-farm decision-making, compliance and market alignment.
Many small and emerging livestock producers hear the term MSA regularly, yet remain unsure how Meat Standards Australia actually works, whether it applies to their operation, or how it fits into everyday on-farm and market decisions.
To help address this gap, JAB Agri Solutions, in collaboration with Meat & Livestock Australia, is delivering an upcoming webinar designed to provide a clear, entry-level introduction to Meat Standards Australia (MSA) — specifically tailored for small-scale, lifestyle and emerging producers.
This session is not designed to be technical or overwhelming. Instead, it focuses on practical understanding and confidence-building, supporting producers to better align production decisions with market requirements.
What the webinar will cover

What Meat Standards Australia is and why it exists
How producers can access and opt in to MSA
Minimum requirements explained in plain language
Producer pathways and what MSA reports actually mean
How MSA fits into on-farm decision-making, compliance and market alignment

The content will walk through MSA from an entry-level perspective, assuming no prior experience with the program. It is designed to complement existing MLA and MSA systems, not duplicate them, and to support correct understanding and application at the producer level.
Who should attend
This webinar is particularly relevant for:

small landholders and emerging cattle producers
producers unsure which market pathways best suit their enterprise
those new to selling livestock or reviewing their current approach
producers wanting clarity on MSA without industry jargon.

As industry expectations around traceability, compliance and eating quality continue to increase, understanding programs like MSA is becoming an important part of making informed, confident business decisions — regardless of enterprise size.
This session aims to give producers clarity, confidence and a practical foundation they can build on over time.
Bring your questions — there will be a Q&A session at the end.
Reserve your spot.

Building high performing farm teams — Webinar
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Online webinar, Australia
AgriWebb invites you to participate in their latest webinar, Building high performing farm teams, 19 February at 12pm (AEST).
Learn how better onboarding, task management and scheduling can boost efficiency.
High-performing farm teams are built on clarity and communication.
In this webinar, learn how better onboarding, task management and scheduling big events throughout the year can help your team work smarter, stay aligned and get more done, without adding complexity. See how AgriWebb gives you the visibility and control to run your farm team with confidence.
RSVP here.

Connectivity clinic and tech muster — Bollon
2026-02-19 12:00 - 18:00 | Bollon Civic Centre, Main Street, Bollon, Qld, 4488, Australia
Join Agforce, SJN Rural and the Regional Tech Hub at Bollon on 19 February to dive into their tech showcase and experience the latest in tools for your home, business and farm.
Bring your tech and connectivity challenges, and connect with experts ready to help!
There will be:

presentations and demonstrations from ag-tech specialists
experts who can help with your tech and connectivity questions
tech muster stallholders.

To secure your ticket for the Bollon event, click here.

Connectivity clinic and tech muster — Thallon
2026-02-20 08:30 - 14:00 | Thallon Hall, 41-43 William Street, Thallon, Queensland, 4497, Australia
Join Agforce, SJN Rural and the Regional Tech Hub at Thallon on 20 February to dive into their tech showcase and experience the latest in tools for your home, business and farm.
Bring your tech and connectivity challenges, and connect with experts ready to help!
There will be:

presentations and demonstrations from ag-tech specialists
experts who can help with your tech and connectivity questions
tech muster stallholders.

To secure your ticket for the Thallon event, click here.

Pestivirus information day — Monto
2026-02-20 09:30 - 17:00 | Monto RSL, 7 Rutherford Street, Monto, Qld, 4630, Australia
FREE Pestivirus information day

Do you have low calving rates?
Have you had unexplained calf mortality or ill thrift?
Are you wanting to know more about Pestivirus?

If so, then come and join Monto Veterinary Group’s information day on the 20th of February at the Monto RSL.

Topics to be discussed:

Pestivirus and the impact on the herd including fertility and pregnancy testing
vaccination recommendations
calf health and survival.

We are fortunate to have Andrew Cavanagh from KellCo Rural Agencies and Leon Buchanan from Zoetis to join Dr Stacey Rae & Dr Brittany Zendler to share their knowledge around these topics.

Thinking of coming?
Please call Stacey Smith on (07) 4166 1285 to RSVP or email monto@montovet.com.au

2026 Flood Recovery Luncheon - Julia Creek
2026-02-20 12:00 - 15:00 | Julia Creek Civic Centre, 29 Burke St, Julia Creek, Qld, 4823, Australia
A space to gather. A moment to reconnect. A community rising together.
The 2026 Flood Recovery Luncheon will bring together graziers, families, local businesses and community leaders from across North West Queensland to pause, connect and stand alongside one another following recent flood events.
Note: Canapés & Welcome Drink provided. A cash bar will be available on site.

Pasture day — Manumbar
2026-02-21 08:45 - 13:00 | Manumbar Hall, 3873 Manumbar Rd, Manumbar, Queensland, 4601
South Burnett Grazing Network invites you to a Pasture Day with Damian O’Sullivan and Bill Schulke.
Have you ever wondered:

What is the future for timber on grazing properties?
What is the optimum tree density for pasture growth?
How best to manage pastures?
How do I conduct a pasture budget?
What are these plants in my paddock?

If so, this is the event for you.
RSVP by texting Libby on 0438 186 461.
Bring your own smoko, cup, water bottle and closed-in shoes.

Carbon & Your Ag Business Webinar Series 1 - Supply Chains, Emissions & What's Coming
2026-02-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Australia
Join AgForce for a clear, user-friendly webinar series designed to help producers cut through the carbon maze and understand what carbon means for their property and business.
This series breaks down the fundamentals of carbon in a way that is practical, region and commodity-relevant, and focused on facts — free from media hype or political spin. Across the webinar series, we will cover:
Series 1: Carbon basics — Supply Chains, Emissions and what we know

Understanding carbon in an agricultural context
Why carbon is becoming increasingly important for producers
How carbon works — and how it can change (vegetation, soils and livestock)
Supply chains and government: opportunities, risks and expectations

Series 2: Carbon calculators and your emissions for your property and in your business

Carbon calculators — what they are, how they work and how to use them
How to prepare yourself and identify carbon advisors who may not have your best interests at heart
Pulling it all together — what carbon means for your business now and into the future

Series 3: Carbon opportunities and agreements

A clear, practical guide to help you understand carbon opportunities available now and make informed decisions for your operation
How to initiate a carbon project and what decisions

Don’t forget to register!

Grazing land management EDGE - Monto
2026-02-24 08:30 - 2026-02-26 17:30 | Monto RSL, 7 Rutherford Street, Monto, Qld, 4630, Australia
Grazing land management (GLM) EDGE is a three-day workshop to give you a thorough understanding of the grazing land environment in which you operate – it will provide you with knowledge to strategically manage your grazing business so you can optimise your land condition and productivity in the long-term.
$800 + GST per person (usually $1,950pp)
Contact Alex Thomson, DPI for more information:
M: 0429 228 952 or E: alexandra.thomson@dpi.qld.gov.au

To see the full event flyer click here.

The natural grazier — Springsure
2026-02-24 09:00 - 16:30 | Manalee, Glenlee Road, Springsure, QLD, 4722, Australia
An introduction to Grazing Naturally with Dick Richardson
Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the best. Join grazing expert Dick Richardson in the field and see how his Grazing Naturally method is helping land managers transform their pastures, boost soil health, and build landscapes that thrive.
Walk away with:

practical regenerative grazing skills
stocking management and grazing strategies
a plan on how to build your soil health and utilise carbon cycles
practical, science-based strategies for improving soil health, pasture productivity, and profitability.

Read more about Dick Richardson.
Morning tea and lunch provided. Please bring a hat, water bottle and chair.
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact FBA Land Management Officer Sheree Johnston on 0448 219 982.
This event is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture.
Register here!

Understanding nitrogen efficiency in beef cattle: Insights from 7 years of research — Webinar
2026-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Online webinar, Australia
Presented by the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI), this seminar summarises 7 years of research on nitrogen metabolism in northern Australian beef systems. Across multiple studies, δ¹⁵N in tail hair emerged as a clear indicator of whole-animal nitrogen efficiency: animals with lower δ¹⁵N retain more nitrogen, perform better under nutritional or heat stress, and achieve superior growth and reproductive outcomes. With moderate heritability, δ¹⁵N offers real potential for identifying efficient and resilient cattle.
About the presenter
Dr Luis Prada e Silva is an Associate Professor at QAAFI, University of Queensland, specialising in ruminant nutrition. His research explores the biological mechanisms that drive feed efficiency and maternal performance in tropical cattle, supported by strong industry and scientific partnerships. With experience in Brazil, Australia, and the United States, he brings a global perspective to northern beef systems. He has led multiple major research programs, published widely, and supervised numerous HDR students, integrating nutrition, physiology, and genomic tools to improve cattle productivity.
About QAAFI Science Seminars
Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI) has been hosting a high-profile seminar series across the disciplines of agriculture, food and nutrition science since 2014.
With a range of speakers from Australia and abroad, the series explores how high-impact science will significantly improve the competitiveness and sustainability of the tropical and sub-tropical food, fibre and agribusiness sectors.
This seminar will be presented online through Zoom webinar.
Please click the link to join the webinar on the day: https://uqz.zoom.us/j/81444254222

Carbon & Your Ag Business Webinar Series 2 - Know your Emission Number
2026-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Australia

Developing control strategies for problem weeds in SW Qld consultative meeting – Goondiwindi
2026-02-24 14:45 - 17:00 | Gateway to Training Centre, 15-21 Russell Street, Goondiwindi, Qld, 4390, Australia
Growers and agronomists are invited to attend GRDC NGN’s meeting to raise and prioritise winter weed issues from 2025 season. Prioritised issues will form the basis for potential 2026 winter trial work.
Attendees will also be presented with results from our 2025 winter projects.
Please RSVP for catering purposes by Friday 20th Feb 5.00pm.
For more information, contact Brendan Burton, 0428 712 004.
