AUSVEG SA has developed a number of resources for growers over the years which provide relevant information across a number of production issues and topics.
These have been developed over the years as part of the projects we have delivered for growers in South Australia
Lean Management Masterclass
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This masterclass was presented by Jon Ferguson, Senior Engineering Sales Executive and Chief Consultant with Production Reality.
KEY TOPICS IN THE PRESENTATION:
- Understanding and reducing waste in farm operations
- Standard work and process optimisation
- Lean tools and performance measurement
Water Management Masterclass
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KEY TOPICS FROM THE PRESENTATION
- How to make informed decisions using climate insights and market signals including planning during water scarcity.
- Various irrigation methods, technologies, and efficient practices.
- Insights into water reform, water markets, and the legal framework surrounding entitlements, allocations, and licenses.
Succession Planning and Governance Masterclass
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This masterclass was led by Mellor Olsson Partner Joanna Andrew and senior governance and tax experts from within the Mellor Olsson team.
KEY TOPICS FROM THE PRESENTATION
- Strategic considerations around managing family conflict
- Tax considerations and maintaining intergenerational wealth
- Ability to ask questions of experts and access follow up consultation personalised to your business
Marketing Masterclass
Click on the photo to download the slides from our marketing masterclass presented by Director & Marketing Strategist Georgi Roberts.
KEY TOPICS OF THE PRESENTATION
- Identifying target markets and customer segments
- Defining your brand identity and values to create a compelling brand story
- Designing logos, packaging, and labels that attract customers
Fertiliser Efficiency Webinar
Presented by RMCG consultant Doris Blaesing, this webinar aims to provide insights and strategies for optimising fertiliser use in agricultural practices.
Vegetable growers and agronomists who want easy to understand, practical information they can use on farm should watch this webinar.
The following questions will be answered during the webinar:
· How and when do vegetables get nutrients from the soil?
· How can we make sure that nutrients are not wasted?
· Does compost help with using less fertiliser?
· How do some biological and other special products work?
Fert-Fact Sheets
Quick guide to nitrogen sources
Nutrient elements and their functions in vegetable crops
Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE %) and N Balance Information for vegetable growers and agronomists
Good Fertiliser Decisions – Nitrogen (N) for Vegetable Crops in South Australia
Efficient use of nutrients from fertilisers and soil amendments
Soil health resources
Soil organic matter rules of thumb poster
Organic Nitrogen rules of thumb poster
Common fertilisers and soil amendments
Crop N removal coefficient table
Impact Fertiliser’s nutrient removal by crop chart
Rural Liquid Fertilisers nutrient removal
Soil Wealth and ICP project resources summary December 2017 to February 2023
Production and Business Support Directories
AUSVEG SA has developed a series of business support directories for growers containing key programs and support as well as expert contacts to support in key areas of their business.
AUSVEG SA has developed the following Business Support Directories with support form Hort Innovation and the VegNET SA Program.
The directories list key research projects, programs and government support available accross key business areas and can be accessed below:
Business Capability Building Support Directory
New Markets and Value-Adding Support Directory
Horticulture Waste Management Resources
AUSVEG SA has developed a number of resources for growers looking at improving their waste management efficiency and save money in their businesses.
The fact sheet resources were developed with leading waste consultancy Rawtec as part of the Advanced Horticulture Waste Management Program funded by Green Industries SA.
As part of this program fact sheets have been developed on a number of key topics identified as part of this program to be an ongoing resource for growers.
Fact Sheet 1: Effective Procurement of Waste and Recycling Services to Save Money
Fact Sheet 2: Tips for Improving Waste and Recycling Management at Produce Farms and Packhouses
Fact Sheet 3: Compostable Packaging for SA Produce Growers & Packers
Salinity Guide and Webinars
AUSVEG SA has developed a number of resources for South Australian growers and advisors to manage salinity issues in intensive horticulture production with support from the Adelaide Hills and Mount Lofty NRM.
Salinity guide
AUSVEG SA has developed a salinity guide for South Australian vegetable growers. Download the guide here.
Webinar masterclass series
AUSVEG SA partnered with RMCG group to deliver a series of webinar masterclasses in mid 2020 which cover a number of key topics related to salinity management in South Australia.
Growers and advisors can access recordings from the series here.
Sustainable Success Stories
AUSVEG SA and the Adelaide Hills and Mount Lofty NRM Board have partnered to showcase a number of sustainable champions.
Case Study 1: Chris Musolino - turning waste into revenue at T Musolino and Co
Case Study 2: Renee Pye - putting biosecurity planning into practice at Zerella Fresh
Case Study 3: Daniel Hoffman- implementing low chemical IPM systems on the Northern Adelaide Plains
Case Study 4: MEA Systems - how use of soil monitoring technology can be used to fine-tune crop nutrition programs in vegetable production.
Case Study 5: Anthony De Ieso - how advanced compost use can be applied to manage salinity and achieve better crop outcomes.
IPM in action: Case Study Videos
AUSVEG SA has produced a series of case studies showcasing how growers throughout SA have been successfully adopting IPM practices as part of a landmark program funded by Hort Innovation.
Video 1: Features a project overview of the trial program and key results throughout the state.
Video 2: Features Northern Adelaide Plains grower Paul Musolino of T Musolino and Co and his efforts to transition his commercial cauliflower and head lettuce farm to IPM production
Video 3: Features Currency Creek vegetable grower Graeme Pitchford and how he has integrated IPM principles into his sustainable production system.