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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210924
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SUMMARY:Henty Machinery Field Days
DESCRIPTION:Held in the third full week of September annually\, the Henty Machinery Field Days provide exhibitors access to more than 60\,000 visitors and in turn visitors have access to over 3500 businesses. Visitors travel from within a 500km radius to buy\, learn\, research future purchases\, network and socialise.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/henty-machinery-field-days/
LOCATION:Henty Field Days\, Cookardinia Road\, Henty\, NSW\, 2658\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210902T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210902T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210207T021104Z
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SUMMARY:MLA MeatUp Forum - Dubbo
DESCRIPTION:The MLA MeatUp Forums are one day events to provide an opportunity for beef\, sheep and goat producers to learn something new\, stay up to date with the latest on-farm research and technologies\, and meet other working in the red meat industry. \nAt MeatUp Forums\, producers can:\n– hear about the latest red meat research\, development and adoption programs with a whole-farm and value chain focus\n– interact with expert speakers\, including leading producers\, advisors and researchers\n– access tools and insights – tailored to the needs and interests of producers in the local area \nMeatUp Forums are delivered by Pinion Advisory and supported by MLA \nAn information flyer and program will be made available closer the the event date. For more information on this event and other MeatUp Forums across Australia please head to www.mla.com.au/meatup or email meatup@pinionadvisory.com
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/mla-meatup-forum-dubbo/
LOCATION:Dubbo (venue TBC)\, Dubbo\, New South Wales\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference,Industry Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210816
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T045418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T045418Z
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SUMMARY:Royal Queensland Show (Ekka)
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Queensland Show\, or the Ekka as it is fondly known\, holds a special place in Queensland’s cultural heritage and in the hearts of all Queenslanders.\nThe Ekka continues to be Queensland’s biggest and most anticipated yearly event and still achieves its aim of connecting Queenslanders of all ages\, from the country to the city and from all walks of life.\nEvery year it represents an opportunity for our members to gather socially\, harness business opportunities\, exchange ideas and innovations and showcase our state’s agricultural\, and industrial products and initiatives to the people of Queensland and national and international visitors.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/royal-queensland-show-ekka/
LOCATION:Brisbane Showgrounds\, 600 Gregory Terrace\, Bowen Hill\, QLD\, 4006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210804
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T051217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T051217Z
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SUMMARY:Sheepvention Rural Expo
DESCRIPTION:Sheepvention Rural Expo brings together farming\, competitions\, innovation\, entertainment and paddock to plate education. This event is run by the Hamilton Pastoral and Agricultural Society\, attracting over 25\,000 visitors to the show and is held in the first week of August each year at the Hamilton Showgrounds. Some of the events included in the show are the Ram Sale\, Sheep Show\, Victorian Farm Dogs Competition\, Livestock Logic Feed Competition\, Inventions Competition and the Kids Muster Trail.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/sheepvention-rural-expo/
LOCATION:Hamilton Showgrounds\, Horner Street\, Hamilton\, Victoria\, 3300\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210723T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210723T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20210207T021129Z
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SUMMARY:Red Meat Updates - Tasmania
DESCRIPTION:Red Meat Updates is an annual conference developed to provide information\, inspiration and connections for the Tasmanian red meat industry. The program is developed by a producer-led working group\, which ensures the event is relevant\, valuable\, respected and well attended by sheep and cattle producers. \nRed Meat Updates was first held in 2013 and has continued to grow ever since. Now in its’ ninth year\, the event consistently attracts over 350 people each year. Approximately 70% of conference attendees are sheep and cattle producers. \nRed Meat Updates covers a range of production\, business and supply chain topics under the themes of beef\, sheep\, dryland and irrigated pasture. The event is funded by industry organisations and businesses. \nA 2021 event program will be made available closer to the event date. Event registration is essential and will open on June 18\, 2021. You can find out more information and keep up to date through the following channels. \n– Facebook: Red Meat Updates – Tasmania\n– Twitter: @redmeatupdates\n– Website: www.redmeatupdates.com\n– Email: redmeatupdates@pinionadvisory.com
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/red-meat-updates-tasmania/
LOCATION:The Tramsheds Function Centre\, 4 Invermay Road\, Launceston\, Tasmania\, 7250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference,Industry Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210719
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
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SUMMARY:Australian Sheep & Wool Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Bendigo for the largest event of its type in the world\, as the ‘best of best’ sheep breeders compete and some of the country’s most passionate food\, fashion and fibre lovers gather to celebrate the mighty Australian sheep.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/australian-sheep-wool-show/
LOCATION:Prince of Wales Showground\, 42-72 Holmes Rd\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210710
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T042120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T042120Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation Generation
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Generation has been hosted in six states and territories across Australia and attracted more than 2000 young agricultural enthusiasts. If you are 18-35 and working in the agriculture industry\, Innovation Generation is the one conference you can’t afford to miss. \nThis year’s theme is Ag Acceleration \nGrain farming is about long term vision and young Ag professionals are invited to look to the future of their industry. \nInnovation Generation brings together the brightest and best speakers with real world experience. Join the discussions around farms of the future\, harnessing the power of data\, collaboration\, entrepreneurship and maximising innovation. \nChallenge the status quo and help build the future of grains.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/innovation-generation/
LOCATION:Mantra Legends\, 25 Laycock St\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, 4217\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210703
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T050912Z
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SUMMARY:Lambex
DESCRIPTION:LambEx celebrates all that is great about Australia’s sheep and lamb industries\, featuring a compelling program with outstanding speakers and an opportunity to network with all sectors of the lamb value chain.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/lambex/
LOCATION:Melbourne Showgrounds\, Epsom Road\, Ascot Vale\, VIC\, 3032\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210610
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T052215Z
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SUMMARY:Hort Connections
DESCRIPTION:Sustaining the Future of Fresh\nHort Connections 2021 in Brisbane follows on from a very successful Hort Connections 2019 in Melbourne. Our conference theme Sustaining the Future of Fresh\, will look at the many ways we as an industry can help producers to grow more with less. Whether it be through technology\, labour solutions\, or just general financial and environmental sustainability\, Hort Connections will seek to answer this question by highlighting and displaying exiting new possibilities set to shape the industry. Hort Connections 2021 will connect an even larger number of horticulture industry leaders who’re wishing to conduct business\, examine trends\, and discuss topics of common interest. Attendee analysis indicates a diverse-cross-section of the produce industry is covered\, with those identifying as a grower/packer/processor forming the largest segment.\nIf you are a part of the industry\, looking to do business with the industry or simply want to create future opportunities in horticulture\, Hort Connections 2021 covers every segment of the fresh produce value chain and all the industries that support it.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/hort-connections/
LOCATION:Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre\, Glenelg St\, South Brisbane\, QLD\, 4101
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210529
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
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SUMMARY:National Farmers Federation National Conference
DESCRIPTION:Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic\, and the uncertainty around travel restrictions\, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has made the difficult decision to postpone this year’s conference until next year. \nThe conference will now be held from Thursday 27 – Friday 28 May 2021 at the National Convention Centre Canberra. \nWe hope this will give everyone the opportunity to still join us at the conference. We will release more details around the program later in the year. \nIf you would like to be the first to know about opening of registrations or are interested in becoming a sponsor or exhibitor\, please complete our\nExpression of Interest form.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/national-farmers-federation-national-conference/
LOCATION:National Convention Centre Canberra\, 31 Constitution Ave\, Canberra\, ACT\, 2601\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="National Farmers Federation":MAILTO:nff@conlog.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210602
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T050148Z
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SUMMARY:Casino Beef Week
DESCRIPTION:More than 100 events over 11 awesome days!\nThere’s more to the beef industry than the steak on your plate or the meat in your burger. Make your way to the beef capital of Australia\, the picturesque town of Casino\, NSW – for Casino Beef Week\, an annual celebration of this iconic Australian industry and the rural way of life.\nTaking place over 11 days\, the 2020 festival will be held from 23 May – 02 June 2020\, and provides entertainment\, education and an authentic country experience for the whole family. With over 100 vibrant events to enjoy\, there is no shortage of fun things to see and do.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/casino-beef-week/
LOCATION:Casino\, NSW\, Casino\, NSW\, 2470\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210505T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210505T180000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
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SUMMARY:Beef Bites: Carving a Career in Ag
DESCRIPTION:Rabobank Australia and Future Farmers Network has the pleasure of inviting you to our joint Beef Bites event as part of the Beef Australia 2021 program.\n\n\n\nCarving a Career in Ag – joint panel discussion with Future Farmers Network directors:\nLachlan Lynch – Paraway Pastoral Company Limited\nCaitlin McConnel – Clayton Utz & Cressbrook Station\nOli Le Lievre – Humans of Agriculture & AuctionsPlus\n Dan Coulthurst – Rabobank Australia\n\n\n\nWednesday 5 May 4pm – 6pm at the Rabobank Marquee\, site P7\, Rockhampton Showgrounds\n\n\n\nDrinks and finger food will be served – places are limited so please RSVP early here:\n\nhttps://rabobankaunz.eventsair.com/beef-2021/rabobank-beef-bites-rsvp  \n\n\n*Note: this invitation to Beef Bites does not include entry into Beef Australia 2021.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/beef-bites-carving-a-career-in-ag/
LOCATION:Rockhampton Showgrounds\, Rockhampton\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210509
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20210207T022439Z
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SUMMARY:Beef 2021
DESCRIPTION:Beef Australia’s rich history dates back to Australia’s bicentennial celebrations in 1988. Originally planned as a ‘one off’ event\, its success was such that the inaugural event was held again in 1991. It has since been held every three years and has grown to become the cattle industry’s national exhibition\, attracting over 100\,000 people from across Australia and around the world. \nOur vision: To be a world class organisation that promotes and advances a sustainable beef industry  \nBeef Australia 2021 will be a celebration of all facets of the industry and has a focus on facilitating new trade and export opportunities\, exposing the local supply chain to international industry leaders. \nThis unique event is so many things to different people – we are staying agile with our planning to ensure the producers\, scientists\, chefs\, students\, exhibitors\, business people and families can all enjoy Beef Australia 2021. 
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/beef-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210422T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20210327T211417Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Start-Up Stories On-Farm with Jack Laurie
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED \nBased on his family’s fifth-generation Angus stud\, Knowla Livestock\, near Moppy NSW\, at just 22 years of age Jack Laurie is a trailblazer in the somewhat traditional landscape of beef cattle breeding\, and his story holds valuable lessons for others seeking to enrich their knowledge about agribusiness. \nMr Laurie’s story\, and the challenges and opportunities he encountered when getting Breeder Genetics off the ground\, will be highlighted at the upcoming “Start-Up Stories” event held at Knowla Livestock DATE TBC \nStart-Up Stories offers face-to-face educational and networking opportunities for young farmers eager to learn from other agribusiness innovators\, and is supported by the NSW DPI’s Young Farmer Business Program. \nFacilitated by the Future Farmer Network\, the ticketed event will feature an in-depth presentation by Jack Laurie\, Q&A session\, farm tour and networking drinks. \nThis will be a Covid-19 safe event. \nCHECK BACK FOR TICKETS SOON
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/start-up-stories-on-farm-with-jack-laurie/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210413
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T052605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T052605Z
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SUMMARY:Sydney Royal Easter Show
DESCRIPTION:First held in 1823\, the Sydney Royal Easter Show is Australia’s largest annual ticketed event\, attracting over 828\,000 attendees on average. The Show is a celebration of Australian culture\, from our rural traditions to our modern day lifestyles\, providing unique experiences for everyone. Revenue generated by it allows the RAS to invest in agricultural programs\, competitions\, education\, youth and rural NSW.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/sydney-royal-easter-show/
LOCATION:Sydney Showground\, 1 Showground Rd\, Sydney Olympic Park\, NSW\, 2127\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210313
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20210207T022020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210207T022020Z
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SUMMARY:National Landcare Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 National Landcare Conference will be held at the International Convention Centre\, Darling Harbour in Sydney from March 10-12 2021 (postponed due to COVID-19).
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/national-landcare-conference/
LOCATION:International Convention Centre\, Sydney
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20210222T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20210222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20210207T021236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210207T021236Z
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SUMMARY:Technology in Agribusiness\, the key to a thriving future?
DESCRIPTION:The French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland Chapter is pleased to invite you to the first event of its New Tech Series\, dedicated to Technology in Agriculture (or AgTech) on Monday 22 February. \nWhile the pandemic has accelerated to rate of automation and ushered more robots into factories\, warehouses and back offices\, is the next generation of intelligent machines the key to a sustainable farming future? \nCome and join our panelists to discuss how the uptake of AI & ML\, robotics and IoT technology in the Agricultural sector is accelerating the transformation of the traditional model and opening (up) new market and export opportunities. \nModerated by Jean-Francois Tixeront\, CEO at Hoplon Cyber Security and leader of our New Tech subcommittee\, our panel will include:\n– Cyril Delorme\, National Project Manager at COREMATIC\,\n– Braden Hellmuth\, Head of Engineering – Automation and Technology at Greensill Farming Group\, and\n– Bruce McConnel\, General Manager at TSBE Food Leaders Australia. \nThe event\, scheduled between 12pm and 2pm (AEST)\, will include a light buffet lunch kindly catered by our host and Corporate member McCullough Robertson. The event will also be available in streaming.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/technology-in-agribusiness-the-key-to-a-thriving-future/
LOCATION:McCullough Robertson\, Level 11\, 66 Eagle Street\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference,Industry Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201211T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20201203T231253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T231253Z
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SUMMARY:AgriWebb Succession Planning Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Succession planning is something that all family farms need to consider at some stage\, yet many delay the conversation as long as possible due to the associated discomfort and unease. \nWhat have you done so far to get your family business prepared for the future? There’s no better time to start the conversation than now. As we head into the Christmas period\, things on the farm start to slow down and you’re spending more quality time with the family \nWe invite you to join us for our upcoming webinar featuring Carlyn Sherriff\, Senior Agribusiness Consultant/People Management and Succession Team Leader at Pinion Advisory. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat We’re Covering:\n\n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the succession framework\nLearn about best practice in management succession\nThe key to independently funded retirement\nHear from a producer on their experience taking over the family farm\n… and more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s free to register\, so reserve your spot today HERE
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/agriwebb-succession-planning-free-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20201112T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20201112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20201028T031230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T031230Z
UID:10000021-1605204000-1605207600@futurefarmers.com.au
SUMMARY:FFN 2020 AGM
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE OF 2020 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING \nThe AGM will commence at 6pm on Thursday\, 12th November 2020 via Zoom. \nRegister for the event here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwlf-utrDguGdB4zDJDf1ME_Vy0ChxGFBb- \nFFN is calling for Director Nominations for a two-year term of appointment. As per the FFN Constitution\, a maximum of 11 Directors is permissible and there are five (5) positions vacated and to be filled at the 2020 AGM. Candidates are assessed for endorsement by the Board and voted in by FFN Members. \nPlease click here to view candidates and vote (Members Only) \nThe items of business for the 2020 AGM shall be: \n\nWelcome\nRegistration of attendees and apologies\nAdoption of Minutes of 2019 Annual General Meeting (CLICK HERE TO VIEW)\nReceival and consideration of the Directors Report and Financials for the year ended 30 June 2020\nAnnouncement of Directors\nGeneral Business\n\nPlease direct all enquiries regarding the AGM to Executive Officer Jamie-Lee Oldfield at jamielee.oldfield@futurefarmers.com.au
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/ffn-2020-agm/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201028T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201028T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20201026T051228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T051228Z
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SUMMARY:Start-Up Stories with JAD Ag
DESCRIPTION:Have we got a treat for you !\n\n\nJustin & Amy Dickins of JAD Agriculture went from buying their own property to breaking a national record for a pen of PTIC heifers of any breed\, selling a pen of eight for $5800\, in just four years!\n\n\n\nThey will be our Start-Up Stories Online guest speakers\, in conversation with FFN Director and \nHumans of Agriculture guru Oli Le Lievre.\n\n\n\n\nRegister now for this not to be missed event – http://bit.ly/StartupStoriesOctober28
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/start-up-stories-with-jad-ag/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201006T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201006T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200929T032545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T032545Z
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SUMMARY:Tim Eyes & Hannah Greenshields | Startup Stories Online | October 2020
DESCRIPTION:Tim & Hannah are young farmers in the Yarramalong Valley on the NSW Central Coast. They are passionate about growing and producing food in a regenerative way\, growing beef\, lamb\, chicken and eggs! Tim also has a contracting business\, and was the 2015 RAS Rural Achiever\, as well as being a BBM Agricultural Scholar. Register now and hear how Tim & Hannah are running a successful farm business without owning a farm!\nThis is a FREE event for young farmers in a series presented by the Young Farmer Business Program and Future Farmers Network \nWHEN: Tuesday October 6 2020 \n\nTIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm \nSPEAKERS: Tim Eyes & Hannah Greenshields\, The Food Farm \nWHERE: Online – register via https://bit.ly/StartupStoriesJune
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/tim-eyes-hannah-greenshields-startup-stories-online-october-2020/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200825T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200806T023426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T023426Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Stories Online | August 2020
DESCRIPTION:STARTUP STORIES ONLINE! We can’t get out to your neck of the woods just yet\, but you can still hear some great yarns from young farmers having a crack in ag from the comfort of your couch! \nThis is a FREE event for young farmers in a series presented by the Young Farmer Business Program and Future Farmers Network \nWHEN: Thursday 23 July 2020 \n\nTIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm \nSPEAKERS: Hayley Purbrick of Tahbilk Wines and Big Sky Ideas\, with Lachlan Bull\, Taurus Farming\, Deniliquin\, \nWHERE: Online – register via https://bit.ly/StartupStoriesHayleyLachlan \n 
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/startup-stories-online-august-2020/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200806T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200806T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200726T235756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200726T235756Z
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SUMMARY:Charles Sturt Webinar | The what\, why and how of Biosecurity
DESCRIPTION:Tune into a Future Farmers Network and Charles Sturt University webinar\, supported by RuralBiz Training\, on the Biosecurity. \nBased on producer expertise and recent research\, this will be a whirl wind tour of what the laws about biosecurity actually say\, what biosecurity recommendations and templates actually mean\, the implications of the recent changes around on-farm trespasses and what biosecurity might look like on farm
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/charles-sturt-webinar-the-what-why-and-how-of-biosecurity/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200723T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200723T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200710T031521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200710T031521Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Stories Online | July 2020
DESCRIPTION:STARTUP STORIES ONLINE! We can’t get out to your neck of the woods just yet\, but you can still hear some great yarns from young farmers having a crack in ag from the comfort of your couch! \nThis is a FREE event for young farmers in a series presented by the Young Farmer Business Program and Future Farmers Network \nWHEN: Thursday 23 July 2020 \n\nTIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm \nSPEAKER: Charlie Blomfield\, Boridgeree\, Canowindra \nWHERE: Online – register via https://bit.ly/StartupStoriesCharlieBlomfield
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/startup-stories-online-july-2020/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200724
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T045905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T045905Z
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SUMMARY:NSW Farmers Conference POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:The NSW Farmers 2020 Annual Conference will be held 21-23 July at Luna Park Sydney.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/nsw-farmers-conference/
LOCATION:Luna Park Sydney\, 1 Olympic Dr\, Milsons Point\, NSW\, 2061\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200711
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200618T051153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T051153Z
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SUMMARY:ICMJ Online Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Intercollegiate Meat Judging Association (ICMJ) digital careers expo has grown in scope\, with activities now planned across three days starting with an industry advice panel on Wednesday July 8. \nThe ICMJ Virtual Careers Expo program: \n\nThe ICMJ Careers Panel discussion will feature leaders from the beef\, lamb and pork sectors\, and representing producers\, processors and R&D organisations. The panellists will discuss the range of career paths on offer\, in-demand skill sets\, and what employers are looking for in graduates. The webinar will be held at 12pm on Wednesday July 8 via Zoom – register at  https://cqu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUsdO-spzIqGdIrbRJoNvJQXa4yLj7TMtnJ.\nThe ICMJ Jobhunter Training Session will feature presentations from leading rural recruitment agency\, Rimfire Resources\, on top tips for jobseekers\, as well as networking advice from the chief executive of Beef Australia Ian Mill. The training session will help prepare participants to meet prospective employers. The webinar will be held at 12pm on Thursday July 9 via Zoom – register at https://cqu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEoceuqrTotGN0UTRFLz3AVVdS5pINoE0Jw.\nThe ICMJ Workforce Showcase will enable students to hold one-on-one video meetings with prospective employers from more than 30 different agribusinesses from across the country. The meetings will be facilitated via phone app and will take place on Friday July 10 – interview booking details will be announced next week.\n\n\nMore information www.icmj.com.au
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/icmj-online-expo/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200622T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200622T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200609T021505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T021505Z
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SUMMARY:CQU Webinar | Urban-Rural Connection
DESCRIPTION:Tune into a Future Farmers Network and Central Queensland University webinar\, supported by RuralBiz Training\, on the Urban-Rural Connection. CQU’s Michael Thomson will present on what young farmers and industry professionals can do to improve community knowledge of agriculture and how to go about it.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/cqu-webinar-urban-rural-connection/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200617T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200609T021240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T021240Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Stories Online | June 2020
DESCRIPTION:STARTUP STORIES ONLINE! We can’t get out to your neck of the woods just yet\, but you can still hear some great yarns from young farmers having a crack in ag from the comfort of your couch! \nThis is a FREE event for young farmers in a series presented by the Young Farmer Business Program and Future Farmers Network \nWHEN: Wednesday 17 June 2020 \n\nTIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm \nSPEAKER: Renae & Scott Connell\, Valleyrose Dairy\, Megan\, NSW | 2019 NSW Young Farmer of the Year. \nWHERE: Online – register via https://bit.ly/StartupStoriesJune
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/startup-stories-online-june-2020/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Future Farmers Network":MAILTO:executiveofficer@futurefarmers.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200321
DTSTAMP:20260422T012810
CREATED:20200320T043808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T043808Z
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SUMMARY:Cotton Conference
DESCRIPTION:2020 Australian Cotton Conference – “Here for Good” \nThe Australian Cotton Conference is an experience not-to-be-missed. Held at the Gold Coast from 4-6 August 2020\, this event will bring together new and experienced farmers\, agronomists and researchers\, brands and marketers\, students\, supply chain partners\, industry groups and cotton groupies. Together we’ll look at the challenges and opportunities facing cotton\, share and learn from one another and listen to some of the world’s best cotton experts – and have a whole lotta fun along the way.
URL:https://futurefarmers.com.au/event/cotton-conference/
LOCATION:Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre\, 2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy\, Broadbeach\, QLD\, 4218\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference
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