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National Crop Technology Centre Field Days Announced – “Seeing is Believing”

28 August 2024

Australian based field applied researcher, developer and extension provider is pleased to announce its national line up of Crop Technology Centre (CTC) field days for the 2024 season, with Esperance kicking off the series on 12th September.

Field Applied Research (FAR) Australia will once again showcase its national portfolio of Crop Technology Centres throughout the Spring, commencing in WA, and then moving through NSW, VIC and SA with the final day taking place in Tasmania on November 21st.

WA (Esperance) Crop Technology Centre Field Day (HRZ)
September 12, 2024        12.30pm – 4:00pm
Gibson, WA
Register here WA (Esperance) Crop Technology Centre Field Day

WA (Albany) Crop Technology Centre Field Day (HRZ)
September 19, 2024        12.30pm – 4:00pm
Albany, WA
Register here WA (Albany) Crop Technology Centre Field Day

VIC Crop Technology Centre Field Day
October 10, 2024              12.30pm – 4:00pm
Winchelsea, VIC
Register here VIC Crop Technology Centre Field Day

NSW Crop Technology Centre Field Day (HRZ)
October 17, 2024              11:00am – 4:00pm
Wallendbeen, NSW
Register here NSW Crop Technology Centre Field Day

SA Crop Technology Centre Field Day
October 24, 2024              11:00am – 4:00 pm
Hatherleigh, SA
Register here SA Crop Technology Centre Field Day 

Tasmania Crop Technology Centre Field Day (HRZ)
November 21, 2024         11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Hagley, TAS
Register here TAS Crop Technology Centre Field Day

“These field days provide a unique opportunity for growers and advisers to experience the latest innovations in cereal germplasm, agronomy, and agrichemical usage,” says Nick Poole, FAR Australia’s Managing Director. “This year’s theme, ‘Seeing is Believing,’ invites attendees to witness

first-hand the impact of innovative treatments and techniques on enhancing crop performance and profitability.”

Event Highlights:

Cereal Trials: Explore a range of cereal trials featuring crops sown at different times, showcasing how timing can influence crop yields.

Expert Presentations: Hear from industry leaders, who will share insights into the latest research and trends shaping the Australian grains industry.

Interactive Discussions: Engage in group discussions on crucial topics such as fungicide management strategies and the future of crop profitability, particularly in light of the new GRDC Hyper Profitable Crops project.

Innovative Research: Learn from the latest findings of the GRDC’s Hyper Yielding Crops high rainfall zone project, and explore opportunities to enhance the use of winter germplasm in the lower to medium rainfall zones.

For more information and to register, please click on the links abovep or contact Rachel Hamilton, FAR Australia Communications and Events Manager at rachel.hamilton@faraustralia.com.au

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