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March 10 2010
Worm Warning For NSW
Recent rains and green grass point to something more ominous in lush paddocks and Industry & Investment NSW has alerted graziers to watch out for worms. I&I NSW State worm control coordinator, Stephen Love, said producers should keep an eye out for worms in sheep, goat, alpaca and young cattle, particularly in central and southern NSW.
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March 05 2010
A Small Farmers Guide to Soil Testing
Soil tests enable small area farmers to understand the health of their soils and to plan fertiliser and soil conditioning (lime, gypsum, dolomite) strategies. If you plan to make a living from the land, the soil will be your most valuable asset. Before purchasing farming land, always request soil tests from the current owner, as this will provide clarity on any underlying soil health problems together with an insight into the farms nutrient bank.
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February 28 2010
Powerful New Weapon to Win the Battle Against Barber's Pole Worm
Now there’s a powerful new weapon to help you win the battle against Barber’s Pole Worms. AVOMEC, the trusted name in cattle, is now NEW for sheep. For sheep producers in grazing areas where Barber's Pole Worm are active, NEW AVOMEC DUAL drench offers dual action parasite control.
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February 19 2010
Rabbit Virus to be Released in Northern Sydney
The Cumberland Livestock Health and Pest Authority is set to undertake a broad scale release of rabbit hemorrhagic disease (RHD) across the northern Sydney region in a major effort aimed at reducing the ecological impact of urban rabbit populations. The release of RHD, also known as rabbit calicivirus, will take place in late February when there is improved likelihood of the virus spreading via flies and mosquitoes.
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Bi-Monthy Small Farm Machinery, Livestock and Poultry Sale (Armidale NSW)
Date: 21-Mar-10
Description:
A bi-montly small farm machinery, livestock and poultry sale. Conducted by Armitage and Buckley Armidale. Format of the sale includes:
- 10am Farm machinery
- 11am Small livestock
- 12pm Poultry
Location: Armidale Saleyards, Bundarra Road, Armidale NSW
Contact: Armitage and Buckley (02) 67721255
Email victor@armitage-buckley.com.au
Farm World (Warragul VIC)
Date: 25-Mar-10 to 28-Mar-10
Description:
Farm World is a broad based agricultural event based at Lardner Park between Drouin and Warragul. Over 650 exhibitors and 55,000 people attend the 4-day event.
The opportunity to see the latest in farm machinery is one of the major attractions of Farm World.
Location: Lardner Park, 155 Burnt Store Road, Warragul, Victoria 3820
Contact: Phone 03 5626 1373
Fax 03 5626 1418
Email office@lardnerpark.com.au
Web http://www.lardnerpark.com.au
Merredin Agricultural Show (Merredin WA)
Date: 27-Mar-10
Description:
For more details contact: Debbie Morris +61 408 411 954 or
Jim Ransom on +61 427 477 109.
Sydney Royal Show (Sydney NSW)
Date: 1-Apr-10 to 14-Apr-10
Description:
The Royal Easter Show is a national icon that celebrates all things Australian from our bush heritage to the latest in entertainment ...
Location: Sydney Olympic Park
Homebush, NSW
Contact: (02) 9704 1111
http://www.eastershow.com.au
Murrumbidgee Farm Fair (Yanco NSW)
Date: 20-Apr-10 to 21-Apr-10
Description:
The Murrumbidgee Farm Fair is one of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area's premier field days. Attracting over 7,000 visitors, this is the Riverina's agri-event enabling farmers and their families to view, compare and buy a comprehensive range of products designed for effective, efficient farming and rural practices.
Location: Yanco Agricultural Institute
Yanco, NSW
Contact: (02) 6762 2399
http://www.murrumbidgeefarmfair.com.au/
Balingup Small Farm Field Day (Balingup WA)
Date: 24-Apr-10
Description:
The Balingup Small Farm Field Day provides a wealth of information on many topics related to sustainable small farming, together with a huge range of Cottage Industry products.
With over 300 trade and market stalls, along with a wide range of farm machinery and equipment agricultural and nursing supplies, there is something for all the family to browse, learn and enjoy
For more details visit:
www.balingupsmallfarmfieldday.com.au
Tocal Field Days (Tocal NSW)
Date: 30-Apr-10 to 2-May-10
Description:
2010 Special Features
- Fireweed
- Cattle Dog Trials
- Private Native Forests
Also extensive school programs, demonstrations, lectures and educational talks
Location: Tocal Agricultural Centre
Paterson, NSW
Contact: (02) 4939 8820
http://www.tocalfielddays.com/
National Alpaca Week
Date: 1-May-10 to 9-May-10
Description:
More details coming soon
Visit: www.alpaca.asn.au
Primex (Casino NSW)
Date: 17-Jun-10 to 19-Jun-10
Description:
Primex is the largest commercial exhibition in northern New South Wales, covering almost every aspect of primary industry in Australia. Primex is located centrally to all major business districts providing easy access to all the visitors, specially from New South Wales and Queensland. The diversity of industry coverage makes Primex unique. It features a range of equipment, services and technology.
Location: Primary Industry Exhibition
255 Main Beach
Queensland
Contact: Bruce Wright (07) 5531 4600
info@primex.net.au
www.primex.net.au
Mudgee Small Farm Field Days (Mudgee NSW)
Date: 16-Jul-10 to 17-Jul-10
Description:
Whatever your area of interest you wil find it at the Mudgee Small Farm Field Days
An outstanding range of educational seminars and commercial displays
Location: Mudgee, NSW
Contact: (02) 6372 3899
www.arec.com.au
Commonwealth Bank AgQuip Field Days (Gunnedah NSW)
Date: 17-Aug-10 to 19-Aug-10
Description:
Commonwealth Bank AgQuip is Australia's biggest and premier primary industry field days. The nation's largest agricultural event showcases over 3,000 companies and attracts over 100,000 visitors over three days from across the nation and overseas. Commonwealth Bank AgQuip is one of the world's most significant primary industry events. It it organised and promoted by Rural Press Events, the organisers of events in Australia and New Zealand.
Start Time Gates open at 9.00am
Location: AgQuip site, 134 Blackjack Road, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Contact Rural Press Events:
(02) 6762 2399
http://www.farmonline.com.au/events/agquip/home
Dowerin Field Days (Dowerin WA)
Date: 25-Aug-10 to 26-Aug-10
Description:
If you are involved in any form of agriculture, live and work in rural WA (or want to!) Dowerin GWN Field Days is the event to visit
Location: Located just two hours north east of Perth, Dowerin is centrally located in the Wheatbelt of Western Australia.
Contact: 08 9631 1021
Fax 08 9631 1115
Email info@dowerinfielddays.com.au
Address PO Box 124, Dowerin WA, 6461
Corrigin 88th Agricultural Show (WA)
Date: 11-Sep-10
Description:
Agricultural display, sheep shearing competition, rides, art and craft, photography, cooking & flora culture displays, gum boot tossing competition, fireworks and more.
For more information please call the Shire of Corrigin on +61 8 9063 2203
Email: shire@corrigin.wa.gov.au.
Royal Melbourne Show (Melbourne VIC)
Date: 18-Sep-10 to 28-Sep-10
Description:
Bringing the best of the country to the city, for sheer fun, discovery and wonder, there's nothing like the Royal Melbourne Show.
Animals and livestock. Award-winning food and wine. Arts and crafts. Amusements rides, showbags, free live entertainment, spectacular fireworks and much more. The Show is a great value day out.
Location: Melbourne Show Grounds
Contact: www.royalshow.com.au
Elmore Field Days - Victoria
Date: 5-Oct-10 to 7-Oct-10
Description:
Elmore Field Days is considered one of the three major regional field day events in Victoria.
Location: Strawhorn Road, Elmore, Victoria
Contact: Phone (03) 5432 6176
info@elmorefielddays.com.au
Farming Small Areas Expo 2010 (Hawkesbury NSW)
Date: 12-Nov-10 to 13-Nov-10
Description:
A fantastic weekend for all those, who want to know what’s new in the farming section.
* Over 150 exhibitors and foodstalls
* DPI
* Shearing demonstrations
* Poultry display and talks
* Music, fun and entertainment for the whole family
* NSW TAFE will be conducting: Comprehensive 2 day horsemanship and equine display.
Contact: Rural Press (02) 4570 4408
Location: Hawkesbury Showground
Racecourse Road
Clarendon NSW
Beef Australia (Rockhampton QLD)
Date: 7-May-12 to 12-May-12
Description:
Please note these dates are 'Provisional dates' only. Contact the website for more information.
Location: Rockhampton, QLD
Contact: (07) 4922 2989
http://www.beefaustralia.com.au/
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