Vegetable Grower EVENTSUpdated: 07/02/2010
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Successful vegetable growers have worked hard to develop a Reliable Supply of Quality Products and build Strong Market Connections that give them an advantage over their competitors.
One of the best ways to learn about New Products and build Business Contacts is through:
- Overseas Study Tours
- Training Courses
- Industry Conferences and Trade Shows
So set aside some time this year to attend one or two Events.
This section shows many of the best opportunities to improve your business and strengthen Victoria's future vegetable production capability. |
Locust Update for Vegetable Growers
Vegetable growers in the Sunraysia region are invited to hear the latest information on preparations for the locust outbreak, predicted for late September.
As vegetable production is at a high risk,... Go to article.
ChemClear Collection
ChemClear have announced a collection across Victoria in October 2010
We encourage chemical users to take advantage of this opportunity to clear out your chemical stores.
Making smart chemical... Go to article.
Brassica Research Update
Brassica Vegetable Research Update
Presented by SARDI & DEEDI Qld
Insecticide Resistance Management - Greg Baker
Compost for Brassica Vegetables – Cate Paull
Brassica... Go to article.
Soil Health and Vegetable Diseases
Managing soil health and vegetable diseases
Presented by DPI Victoria
Sclerotinia- Oscar Villalta
Soilborne diseases – Caroline Donald
Soil health management –... Go to article.
IPM Workshop for Snow Pea growers
IPM Workshop for Snow Pea growers
Presented by Jessica Page and Paul Horne,
IPM Technologies
When: Thursday 5th of August, 1-3 pm
Where: Korumburra Golf Club , 65 Warragul... Go to article.
Growers Night at Lindenow
An informative evening has been organised for all vegetable growers in the Shires of East Gippsland and Wellington.
WHEN : Wednesday 7 July, 2010
WHERE : Recreation Reserve - Lindenow, ... Go to article.
Growers BBQ at Werribee
An informal “come as you are” afternoon BBQ get together has been organised for all vegetable growers in the Werribee, Bacchus Marsh and Keilor areas.
The afternoon will provide an opportunity to... Go to article.
NZ Young Growers Tour
Applications for the 2010 Young Grower Tour to New Zealand will close soon..
Only nine places are available for the tour, which leaves on Wednesday 28 July and returns on Thursday 5 August... Go to article.
VGA Annual General Meeting
Hear it first hand and have your say at the
Annual General Meeting
of the
Vegetable Growers Association of Victoria Inc.
When : Friday, 15th October 2010, from... Go to article.
VGA Golf Day 2010
Enjoy a sensational day of banter and play at the Annual Vegetable Growers Golf day
Lang Lang Golf Club is commonly referred to as the Augusta of Gippsland with 18 classic holes... Go to article.
Business Update Sessions
Horticulture Industry Business sessions for the vegetable industry are being presented by the VFF horticulture group in conjunction with VGA.
Event is free to all growers and will cover... Go to article.
Woolworths - Agriculture Scholarships 2010
Apply now for your place in the 2010 Woolworths Agricultural Business Scholarship
The closing date for applications is 28th May 2010.
Together with the University of Western Sydney and the Royal... Go to article.
Fresh Connections
A new event for a new decade
PMA Australia-New Zealand and AFFCO, Australia’s leading commercial industry organisations, are combining forces in 2010 to make Fresh Event 2010 a major networking,... Go to article.
Mt Eliza Produce Executive Program - 2010
A unique opportunity to:
network and address current business and industry issues and challenges
with an informed international faculty, recognised industry leaders and participants
... Go to article.
WHS Field Days
Exciting
new lettuce
varieties
Growers visiting the
Westranell Horticultural Solutions [WHS] field trials, will see a number of exciting new lettuce varieties, some with outstanding... Go to article.
New Varieties on Show
New varieties on show at Carrum Downs
NEW Spinach varieties, Asian greens and a splash of fancy lettuce will be the order of the day at a field day showcasing the latest varietal trials by... Go to article.
Farm Safety Training
HortSkills Australia are offering a Farm Safety course specially designed for vegetable growers.
Well qualified and experienced trainers will help you implement a OH&S system that is painless... Go to article.
BEJO Open Days
BEJO 2010 Open Days will be held on:
When: Thursday 15th April and Friday 16th April 2010
Where: 460 Hall Road, Skye, Melways... Go to article.
AusVeg Conference
The 2010 AUSVEG National Convention
Trade Show and National Awards for Excellence
are set to take place at
Jupiters Conference Centre, Gold Coast Queensland from 27 to 30 May... Go to article.
Growers tour to USA
Apply NOW ! for the 2009 Vegetable Growers Study Tour to the USA.Go to article.
Regional Dinner Dance
We are pleased to announce our 2009
Regional Dinner Dance.
The evening provides an opportunity to enjoy good food and entertainment in the company of like-minded people.... Go to article.
Hong Kong Conference Tour 2009
Conference tour to Asia Logistica in September for Vegetable growers and suppliers.
This Go to article.
Spray Operators Course
Spray Operators play a critical role in the safe production of quality vegetables and need well developed skills beyond those provided by basic Go to article.
National Vegetable Expo
The National Vegetable Expo Organizing Committee extend a warm invitation all Vegetable Growers,
Nursery Operators and Horticultural Industry Suppliers, to gather for this years event.
... Go to article.
2009 Australian Vegetable Industry Conference
AUSVEG is proud to once again host the Australian Vegetable Industry Conference on behalf of the vegetable, potato and onion industries.
"Growing a Healthy Australia" - 2009 Australian Vegetable... Go to article.
Nominate NOW ! - 2009 Vegetable Awards
Applications are now open for the 2009 Australian Vegetable Industry Awards.
The Awards identify the best in our industry, acknowledged by their peers for excellence in each of five categories.
You... Go to article.
PMA Conference - Sydney
An innovative way to stay connected to the people and the information that matter most!
Fresh Connections Australia & New Zealand
May 24-26, 2009
Hilton Hotel - Sydney
PMA Fresh Connections... Go to article.
Study Tour - USA
A great opportunity for vegetable growers and suppliers to join a study tour to the USA in October.
Tour costs are being substantially subsidised by the R&D vegetable levy.
The 11 day escorted... Go to article.
Produce Management Program
A program designed for business owners and managers in all Australian produce industries ... and it's subsidised by HAL.
Participants work on key current issues with their peers from all segments... Go to article.
Chemical User Training
All Growers handling agricultural chemicals need to complete this course to apply for an Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (ACUP) before using S7 agricultural chemicals.
The ACUP expires after... Go to article.
Training Your Staff
Training that prepares YOU to deliver training and assessment in YOUR workplace.
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAA40104
Topics covered include:
TAAENV401B Work effectively in... Go to article.
VGA Golf Day 2009
Enjoy a sensational day of banter and play at the Annual Vegetable Growers Golf day.
When: Friday, 7th August 2009
Where: Lang Lang Golf Club
South Gippsland... Go to article.
Leadership Program
A National program begins in 2009 to build more leadership capacity in the Australian vegetable industry.
The course is tailored to developing leadership plans for your business, industry and private... Go to article.
Melbourne Market Golf Day
The annual Market Golf Day will be held on Tuesday. 21 October 2008
at the Growling Frog Golf Course, Donnybrook Rd, Yan Yean - Melways 390 E1.
Cost is $75 per... Go to article.
Apply NOW ! - Industry Leadership Program
Apply NOW ! National Vegetable Industry Leadership Program
Horticulture Australia are providing a second year of leadership learning opportunities for people within the vegetable industry.
... Go to article.
HURRY ! Tour to Israel, Spain & Berlin CLOSES SOON
Growers tour to Israel, Berlin and Spain !
Ten Australian vegetable growers will have the opportunity of a lifetime when they visit the Fruit Logistica conference in Berlin, Germany, and view... Go to article.
Annual General Meeting
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes
at the Vegetable Growers Association ?Join us at our Annual General Meeting.
Come along and have your say on the future of your Association.
... Go to article.
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