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Events

Upcoming Events of Interest

Kalagro

Upcoming Events of Interest

A number of events are being held within Burdekin/Bowen region in the coming months which may be of interest to our members. Details below.

Ayr Monitoring and Evaluation Workshop – 14TH JUNE 2018

Whether you’re a seasoned extension practitioner or new to the field, this one-day training course will take participants on a journey of professional development and show the most important client for their monitoring and evaluation activities is you! The course will provide practical guidance on monitoring and evaluation within an agricultural practice change context. It will identify the current and emerging requirements and expectations of key funders within the Reef Water Quality Protection Plan arena, as well as providing useful protocols, tools and technologies to help you demonstrate the value of extension efforts. Presented by Brian Stockwell, learn more about:

  • Your role in a best practice monitoring and evaluating framework;
  • The tools, templates, technology and protocols of the trade;
  • Building networks and understanding your target audience; and
  • The purpose and practice of Paddock to Reef.
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    Futures Forum Workshop – Summary

    Kalagro

    Futures Forum Workshop was held in Mackay last month which saw stakeholders from the Australian sugar industry come together to look at what’s in store 20 years and more into the future. Representatives from agribusiness, research organisations, government, and influencers discussed challenges, especially around productivity and profitability and the need for all sectors to lift international competitiveness. SRA Chairman Dr Ron Swindells said the purpose of the forum was be to be thought-provoking, inspirational, and interactive, so that it could deliver possible pathways forward.

    For any growers who may be interested a summary of workshop is attached for your information.

    thumbnail of Attachment – Futures Forum Workshop Summary Document

    Project Catalyst

    Kalagro

    Project Catalyst supports a network of Mackay, Whitsunday, Burdekin and Wet Tropics farmers who are leading the way in the use of cutting-edge management practices for a more sustainable and productive farming future.

    Connecting with growers is the key to sharing the benefits of innovation in farm management practices. Project Catalyst strives to provide a range of opportunities from shed talks to the annual Growers Forum to learn, share and engage with like minds.

    Short video of growers forum held in Townsville in February this year can be viewed by the following link.