The Future of Ag - Joel Salatin - Emerald workshop
2018-04-09 - 2018-04-10

The Future of Ag - Joel Salatin - Rockhampton workshop
2018-04-12 - 2018-04-13

Native Forest - Management & Demo Day - Gayndah
2018-04-13 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
Topics for the day will cover:

The latest update on Legislation, Code of Practice, Trigger Maps, & Notification of a Forest Practice
Current timber products and what they are worth
Latest growth results from a series of 10yo regrowth thinned trials
Compare growth data and regrowth control
Optimal tree stocking— selecting the best trees to retain for grazing and timber production
Demonstration site visit within Bambling property
Fire management

Wear sunsmart clothing, don’t forget a hat and bring a chair and lunch, morning tea provided.
To register your interest call: 5483 6535

Directions: Arthur Bambling’s property – Penwhaupell Road, Gayndah – Approx 38km from Gayndah, follow Wigton Road, left into the Gayndah Hivesville Road, left into Penwhaupell Road (Google says Aranbanga Rd)

Keep In Touch (KIT) Day - Booubyjan
2018-04-17 09:30 - 16:00
For more information and to RSVP online click here!!

Qld Solar Farm Guidelines Community Forum
2018-04-18 18:00 - 20:00
The Queensland Government recognises that solar projects must be developed in harmony with other land uses, & that the growth of projects happens in a way that balances the interests of all stakeholders & is supported by the community. Have your say on the draft Queensland Solar Farm Guidelines at the Bundaberg community forum.
More information and to register click here!!

Climate Policy Forum - Bundaberg
2018-04-19 09:00 - 13:30
Catch up with the Wide Bay Burnett Environment Council Inc (WBBEC) to discuss the State’s climate policies & provide input to the Queensland Conservation Council’s recommendations for what the next version of Queensland’s Climate Transition Strategy should look like. More information provided here!!
For more information contact Mike Moller on 0423 932 431 or email manager@wbbec@org.au

General Meeting - Mundubbera
2018-04-19 09:30 - 12:30
The next BCCA General Meeting will be held on Thursday, 19 April 2018 at Mundubbera Town Hall Supper Rooms from 9.30am. Please call the office on 4166 3898 for more information. Notice of Meeting & Agenda

QRIDA - Kingaroy Roadshow
2018-04-19 10:00 - 17:00 | J.Bjelke-Peterson Research Station, 214 Kingaroy-Cooyar Road, Kingaroy, Queensland, 4610, Australia
Join Regional Area Manager Cynthia Godden and Farm Debt Restructure Office Manager Daniel Elder in Kingaroy to discuss new programs, services and offerings from QRIDA including the new Farm Business Analysis Assistance. Queensland farmers experiencing financial distress can now access no-cost expert financial analysis, hear about the origins of the program, how primary producers can take advantage and how the initiative promotes sustainable business practices in the Kingaroy area and beyond. The presentation will be followed by networking and morning tea.

To RSVP email contact_fdro@qrida.gld.gov.au

Post-Harvest Grain Protection Info Session - Monto
2018-04-24 08:30 - 11:30
Topics covered include: Monitor & check for pest insect & grain quality, ID & records; Hygiene for storages, methods & products; Aeration, equipment; Fumigation, equipment & getting the best results; Grain protectant sprays, what products & when to use; Buying new silos.
Venue: Ian Hill’s Grain Silo Complex – Abercorn Road, Mulgildie

Robots, Drones & Sensors: Future Farming Masterclass
2018-04-26 08:00 - 2018-04-27 17:00
Robots, Drones & Sensors: Future Farming Masterclass
2-day event held during Agrotrend featuring 6 X 30 min presentations each day. Masterclasses will be practical demonstrations of available technology for horticulture & will include; Aerobugs, Harvey the Capsicum Picker & Automated Insect Monitoring.

For more information contact Michelle Haase from Bundaberg Fruit and Vegetable Grovers on 07 4153 3007 or email michelle.haase@bfvg.org.au
More information click here!!

Agrotrend
2018-04-27 09:00 - 2018-04-28 17:00

Growing Native Foods Workshop - Mundubbera
2018-04-28 09:00 - 16:00

Women in Sugar Conference 2018
2018-04-30 08:30 - 2018-05-01 15:00
Come and join us for our Two day Women in Sugar Conference!!

Day one

An array of varied Guest speakers
Morning Tea and Lunch provided
Gala Two Course Dinner from 6 pm with cabaret style performance by Cilla Slack (Blue Gum Farm TV)

Day Two

Full Day bus trip with Bundy Food Tours

Tour includes :

9am -2pm Fully guided behind the scenes tour to various Farms
Air conditioned luxury coach
Morning Tea on farm
Lunch at Grunskies By the River Seafood Restaurant(includes one beverage -wine, beer or soft drink)

For Accommodation or Visitor information please follow the link – https://www.bundabergregion.org/women-in-sugar-conference-2018

Fundamentals of Farm Management - Bundaberg
2018-04-30 17:00 - 21:00
Hosted by the Burnett Mary Regional Group, this free workshop for graziers will cover:
• Decision making—what is a decision, types of decisions and approaches to making the right decision.
• People—beliefs and values, personality types and working with different personalities.
• Pulling these fundamentals of farm management together to operate more effectively.
The workshop will be facilitated by Cam Nicholson, Nicon Rural Services
For further information, click here!
This event is proudly funded by the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection

Fundamentals of Farm Management - Wondai
2018-05-01 09:00 - 12:00
All decision makers in your farming enterprise are encouraged to attend!!

Fundamentals of Farm Management - Mundubbera
2018-05-01 17:30 - 21:00

Using Manures & Composts Workshop - Biggenden
2018-05-02 09:00 - 16:00
A workshop focusing on incorporating manures & composts into agricultural systems to boost on-farm production & improve soil health.

Improving Resilience & Risk-based Decision Making
2018-05-02 17:00 - 21:00
All decision makers in your farming enterprise are encouraged to attend. Limited positions (RSVP essential), child care available if required (bookings essential), Smart casual dress!!

Using Manures & Compost Field Day Demo Site - Goomeri
2018-05-03 09:00 - 14:00

Forage budgeting and pasture utilisation - Webinar
2018-05-03 12:30 - 13:30
A forage budget will help you decide if it is safe to carry more stock, to carry the same number for longer, or if there is not enough pasture to safely carry the number you have for the length of time you want.
Who should register for this webinar?
This event is for anyone involved along the beef supply chain including producers, processors, brand managers, supply chain managers, agents, consultants and consumers. The session will be recorded and a link will be sent to all those who register. So if you can’t attend on the day, still register and you won’t miss out on this important information.
To successfully participate in this webinar

Reserve your webinar seat now by following this link. Or copy and paste this into your web browser: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/389190123115416834

You need to register to receive your personal login details (if you don’t receive an automated response within a minute or so, check your junk email folder).

Click the option to ‘Add to Outlook calendar’ to get an automated reminder to join the webinar.
Test your computer set-up beforehand by going to this GoToWebinar websiteor copy and paste this link into your browser https://support.logmeininc.com/gotowebinar/system-check-attendee.
Join 10 minutes early on the day of the webinar. You can interact by typing questions in the Q&A panel or by raising your electronic hand.

North Burnett Community Agriculture Network Meeting - Eidsvold
2018-05-03 17:30 - 19:00

Using Manures & Composts Field Day - Mundubbera
2018-05-08 09:00 - 14:00
A field day looking at the practical application of incorporating manures & composts into agricultural systems to boost on-farm production & improve soil health.

Rural Minds - Mental health in rural and remote communities - Mundubbera
2018-05-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Mundubbera Neighbourhood Centre, 69 Stuart Russell Street, Mundubbera, 4626, Australia

Native Forestry Workshop - Monto (Coominglah)
2018-05-23 08:00 - 2018-05-24 17:00
First two days of Private Forestry Services Queensland (PFSQ), 4 Day workshop have been set down for Wednesday 23 May and Thursday 24 May at a property at Comminglah via Monto (see map below). The second two days will be organised to suit the majority of attendees.
There is an incentives program attached to the completion of the 4 day workshops. With only a limited number of grants available, we urge you to sign up quick for the workshop series and register for the grant!! Call 5483 6535 or Email pfsq@bigpond.com to register your interest.
If you want to know what is happening with the Vegetation Law changes, Sean will be able to explain on the day.

For more detail click here!!

Management Field Day - Boonah
2018-05-26 09:00 - 15:00

Pasture Field Walk - Monto
2018-05-30 08:00 - 12:00

On-farm Income Generating Ideas workshop - Mundubbera
2018-06-02 09:00 - 16:00

3 Day Biofertiliser Course - Banana
2018-06-08 - 2018-06-10
This three day workshop offers world class coaching and extension support for farmers, councils and organisations. RegenAG empowers people with skills and knowledge required to regenerate soil health and increase profitability.
For our northern members, there is a workshop happening at Banana, June 8 – 10 at “Namgoori” – hosted by Myles and Julie Ballentine. (Address provided upon RSVP)
Morning tea and lunch provided. Please bring closed-in shoes, hat and refillable water bottle.
Limited spaces available!!! RSVP: by 21 May to Vicki Horstman, P: 0419 160 537 or E:vicki.horstman@fba.org.au

Stocktake Workshop - Gaeta & Gayndah
2018-06-12 09:00 - 2018-06-13 17:00

Stocktake Workshops - Gayndah & Gaeta
2018-06-13 08:30 - 2018-06-14 16:00
