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SUMMARY:Angaston Ag Bureau - BGi Building Group visit
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday 7 th April\, 2026 the Angaston Ag Bureau invite BIGG members to tour with them at BGi Building Group in\nNuriootpa. The tour will be led by Charles Edwards\, Managing Director and his team\, with a particular inspection of\nthe new fabrication facility. It starts at 7:30pm\, and bring a chair and supper plate. \nBGi Building Group is a family-owned\, Barossa based building company\, specialising in steel construction. Since its\nestablishment in 1977 by the Zerna Family\, BGi has established itself as a trusted and reliable company within the\nbuilding and construction industry. Purchased by family in 2021\, Charles & Meggie Edwards continue to see BGI\nBuilding Group a South Australian Family owned & run business. \nBGI Building Group formally established as Barossa Garages in 1977. The business started installing residential sheds\,\nverandahs and fencing in and around the Barossa region. In 1987 Frank Zerna purchased the Nuriootpa property\,\nand began building its own premises where it continues to do business to this day. Upon completion the business\nsoon began fabricating and manufacturing its own steel framed structures. \nBGi Building Group offers a complete client solution right from inception and specialise in residential\, agriculture\,\nwinery\, commercial industries and custom design projects. \nFor agriculture\, whether you require a large-span shed for machinery or separated side-by-side bays for hay and\nfeed\, the BGi team will work closely with you to design a functional solution for your rural application. BGi build\nsheds for machinery & implementation\, agriculture & hay\, workshop and produce storage.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/angaston-ag-bureau-bgi-building-group-visit/
LOCATION:BGi Building Group\, 21-23 Tanunda Road\, Nurioopta\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260219T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T054635Z
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SUMMARY:BIGG Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join livestock producers\, agribusiness and industry supporters from across the Barossa and surrounds for the Barossa Improved Grazing Group (BIGG) Annual Conference. \nWith the theme Thrive Together: Pastures\, Livestock and Farmers\, the conference brings together leading experts\, local insights and inspiring stories to support resilient\, future-focused farming systems. Hear from keynote speakers Dr Peter Hayman on practical climate science for livestock production\, Olympic marathon runner Jess Stenson on lessons from the long run\, and Barossa wine personality Jane Ferrari. \nThe program also features University of Adelaide researchers\, ag technology insights\, industry updates\, BIGG project highlights and trade displays — all designed to inform\, connect and inspire. \n  \n \nBIGG specifically acknowledges and thanks the 2026 Conference sponsors: Livestock SA Sheep Industry Fund\, SA Drought Hub\, Northern and Yorke Landscape Board\, Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board\, and Meat and Livestock Australia. \n 
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Lambert Estate\, Angaston\, 55 Long Gully Road\, Angaston\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251117T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
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SUMMARY:BIGG Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ‘short-sharp’ pasture walk showcasing upcoming and commercial pasture varieties. \nHear from Craig Davis (Crop Consulting Services) and Tim Prance (T Prance Rural Consulting) who will walk you through the Pasture Trial Network trials assessing various ryegrass (annual and Italian) and sub-clovers. Craig will discuss how upcoming lines are performing vs commercial ryegrass (including Tetila\, Prodigy\, Fuze) and sub-clover (including Narrikup\, Trikkala\, Campeda\, Mintaro) varieties.  \nBrett Nietschke (BIGG Technical Facilitator) will also provide a short update on BIGG’s two long-term pasture trial projects: \n\nPerennial based multi-species pastures\n\n\nPasture recovery through deferred grazing\n\nThis session offers a great opportunity to see local trial results firsthand and discuss practical insights with industry experts. \n\nFREE to attend. RSVP to: brett.nietschke@biggroup.org.au or 0432 804 389
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-pasture-walk-2/
LOCATION:20 Hutton Vale Road\, Angaston\, 20 Hutton Vale Road\, Angaston\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251104T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251104T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T061710Z
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SUMMARY:Drought Resilient Pasture Legumes Trial Visit
DESCRIPTION:Join University of Adelaide researchers as they showcase and discuss the results from the drought resilient pasture legumes trial. \nWith persistent drier conditions it is increasingly important to select pasture legume species to improve on farm climate resilience: \n\nView the performance of serradellas compared to clover and medics on sandy soils.\nSee the effect of grazing on these species.\nLearn how the feed quality of each species stack-up.\n\nClick here to register to attend. \nEnquiries to:\nDr Tshewang Dorji\, University of Adelaide\nEmail. tshewang.dorji@adelaide.edu.au\nPhone. 0449224611
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/drought-resilient-pasture-legumes-trial-visit/
LOCATION:Barossa Angus\, 55 Dawson Road\, Mount Crawford\, South Australia\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250930T044038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T084116Z
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SUMMARY:BIGG AGM
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the year that was\, connect with other BIGG members or nominate to join the Board for 2025/26. \nRSVP & Board nominations due Wednesday 29th October to Pete Mitchell\, BIGG Chairperson – 0411 435 906 or email mitchell_pj@hotmail.com\nDownload AGM Agenda \nDownload 2024 AGM Minutes \nThe Annual Report and Financial Reports will be available at the AGM.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-agm-3/
LOCATION:Wanera Wine Bar\, 65 Murray Street\, Angaston\, SA\, 5353\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251022T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251022T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250901T231324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T011159Z
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SUMMARY:Pesti Virus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:BIGG’s upcoming workshop on Pesti Virus is a not to be missed event for all cattle producers! \nThe free workshop will include presentations from Veterinarians and Pesti Virus experts Dr Enoch Bergman and Dr Michael McGowan\, trade displays and more. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/pesti-virus-workshop/
LOCATION:Springton Hall\, 20-26 Miller St\, Springton\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250814T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250814T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250731T015259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T015715Z
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SUMMARY:BIGG eID ADVANTAGE PRODUCER GROUP
DESCRIPTION:SESSION 1: featuring Cousins Merino Services’ Michelle Cousins \nSESSION INCLUDES (lunch on arrival): \n\nEquipment and tags and common issues.\nManaging data.\nExcel tools to assist with data management.\n\nRegister your interest by 11 August to:\nDeb Scammell 0407790622\ndeb@talkinglivestock.com.au \n About the eID advantage producer group: \nOver the next 12 months\, the group will meet for 3-4 information sessions and farm visits to learn more about the use of eID technology\, including group data collection and analysis. \nDownload Event Flyer
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/5190/
LOCATION:Angaston Bowling Club\, Newcastle Street\, Angaston\, South Australia\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Scammell":MAILTO:deb@talkinglivestock.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250529T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250521T095900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T234326Z
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SUMMARY:eID Tech Group Session featuring Achieve Ag's Nathan Scott
DESCRIPTION:Session includes:\n\nPractical use of eID to pick the best stock.\nCommon issues and how to overcome them easily.\nData use and what should we be looking at as we rebuild numbers.\n‘Another late break’ Q & A.\n\nFREE to attend – Lunch provided \nRegister your interest by 26 May to:\nDeb Scammell 0407 790 622\ndeb@talkinglivestock.com.au \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/eid-tech-group-session-featuring-achieve-ags-nathan-scott/
LOCATION:Vine Inn\, Nuriootpa
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250410T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250331T233531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T233629Z
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SUMMARY:eID for Productivity and Profitability Workshop (Kapunda)
DESCRIPTION:Join AWI Extension SA (formerly Sheep Connect SA) for a Workshop on how eID can improve your Productivity and Profitability\, with guest speakers Mark Ferguson (neXtgen Agri) and · Michelle Cousins (Cousins Merino Services). \nPresentations include: \n· Using eID for profit and productivity – Mark Ferguson (neXtgen Agri) \n· Selecting the right eID equipment and tags for your enterprise – Michelle Cousins (Cousins Merino Services) \n· Farmer case studies \n· Developing a plan for success – Michelle Cousins and Mark Ferguson \n· Data management – Michelle Cousins \n· PIRSA and Livestock SA eID update \nTrade displays and demonstrations from: \n· eID equipment providers \n· eID tag manufacturers \nRegister via link below. \nBreakfast from 7.30am and lunch provided. \nEvent supported by: \nAWI Extension SA \nSouth Australian Sheep Industry Fund \nDepartment of Primary Industries and Regions\, eID Advantage Program \nLivestock SA
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/eid-for-productivity-and-profitability-workshop-kapunda/
LOCATION:Kapunda Football Club\, Baker Street\, Kapunda\, SA\, 5373\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250318T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250313T003346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T003551Z
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SUMMARY:BIGG Water Innovations Site Visit
DESCRIPTION:This site visit will explore the practical insight into how Warren and Barbara Fargher manage water security more efficiently and sustainably utilising both the Hydrosmart and Farmbot remote cellular tank level monitor device.  \n A Hydrosmart representative will be onsite to assist with answering any questions. \n\n\n\nTime \nTopic\nPresenter\n\n\n2pm\nWelcome & introduction\nJane Evans\nBIGG Technical Facilitator\n\n\n2.10pm\nSite visit to Warren and Barbara’ remote cellular Farmbot tank level monitor.\nWarren and Barbara Fargher\nSite hosts\n\n\n2.30 – 3.30pm\nWater quality regulation and monitoring innovations for your property\, Farmbot Cellular Tank Level Monitor & Hydrosmart.\nJane Evans \nWarren and Barbara Fargher \nHydrosmart Representative\n\n\n3.30pm\nAfternoon tea.\n\n\n\n4pm\nCLOSE\n\n\n\n\nFREE to attend for BIGG members and non-members. \nPlease RSVP by Monday 17th March to jane.evans@biggroup.org.au/ 0412 500 752
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-water-innovations-site-visit/
LOCATION:Warren and Barbara Fargher\, 82 Seven Steps Road\, Flaxman Valley\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250205T230319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T010423Z
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SUMMARY:Allan Parker OAM Regional Brain Reset Tour Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An additional opportunity to learn from Allan is available to BIGG members following the conference at his Brain Reset Tour Workshop: \nAllan Parker OAM Regional SA Brain Reset Tour – Friday 14 February (Lambert Estate\, Angaston)\nThe Regional Brain Reset Tour is a workshop designed to discover the secrets of resetting our brain\, enhancing our mental wellbeing\, and improving the quality of our life by having greater control over our stress levels. \nWhat you will learn:\n\nFive steps to a brain reset\nManaging pressure and tension\nUnderstanding the brain\nCalming conversations\nThe facts and myths of brain food and exercise\n\n\nThanks to the AgRi-Silience program\, BIGG members can attend the workshop for FREE!! \n\n\nBIGG members can claim reimbursement by registering for the workshop via the link below and invoicing BIGG for the cost of the workshop with proof of purchase. \nDownload Workshop Flyer \nRegister for Workshop
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/allan-parker-oam-regional-brain-reset-tour-workshop/
LOCATION:Lambert Estate\, Angaston\, 55 Long Gully Road\, Angaston\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250213T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20250102T233447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T214649Z
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SUMMARY:BIGG Annual Conference 'Moving Towards Greener Pastures'
DESCRIPTION:Gather and connect with the Barossa livestock community whilst being inspired and informed by a lineup of prominent speakers including: \nKeynote speaker ALLAN PARKER OAM\, renowned neuroscientist\n‘How to improve you and every other human interaction’. \nPAUL MCGORMAN\, Kangaroo Island farmer and 2024 Nuffield Scholar\n‘Agricultural drones from a farmer’s perspective’. \nMARK INGLIS\, Thomas Foods International\n‘AU we are in the box seat. Who else is going to supply it?’ \nSARAH WEAVER\, University of Adelaide\n‘Next generation wool harvesting’. \nOther conference highlights include: \nDinner with presentation from GREG CAMPBELL\, former S.Kidman & Co Chief Executive\n‘Strategy and culture in the later Kidman years’. \nQ&A farmer panel facilitated by Talking Livestock’s Deb Scammell on the topic ‘Livestock farming through challenges and into the future’. \nTrade displays – learn more about local services and providers. \nBIGG project updates. \n\nRegister your attendance at the conference by becoming a BIGG Member.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-annual-conference-moving-towards-greener-pastures/
LOCATION:Lambert Estate\, Angaston\, 55 Long Gully Road\, Angaston\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20241105T021624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T021932Z
UID:4919-1731607200-1731610800@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:BIGG AGM
DESCRIPTION:New Date! \nRSVPs & Board Nominations to alexi.kentish@biggroup.org.au \nVenue TBC.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-agm-2/
LOCATION:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241024T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20241007T222745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T054250Z
UID:4883-1729778400-1729789200@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:BIGG Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join researchers\, seed industry leaders\, and local farmers to learn about:\n• New and upcoming ryegrass lines.\n• Grazing brassicas for lamb production.\n• Options for multi-species perennial pastures. \nRSVP: brett.nietschke@biggroup.org.au or 0432 804 389 \nDownload the flyer for more information. 
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241018T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20241007T222643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T222643Z
UID:4881-1729245600-1729252800@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:Coopers Farm Supplies Pasture Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:View annual\, perennial\, and multi-species pasture options and learn about soil health. \nContact: Adam Krahnert\, Coopers Farm Supplies.\n8568 2611\, enquiries@coopersmp.com.au
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/coopers-farm-supplies-pasture-demo-day/
LOCATION:Coopers Pasture Plots\, 3211 Eden Valley Road\, Mt Pleasant
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241018T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241018T094000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20241007T222142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T222142Z
UID:4878-1729242000-1729244400@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:Drought Resilient Pasture Legumes Trial site visit
DESCRIPTION:University of Adelaide researchers (Hannah Griffiths\, Tshewang Dorji) will showcase and discuss the results of a trial evaluating drought resilient pasture legumes.\n• View the performance of serradellas compared to clover and medics on sandy soils\n• See the effect of grazing on these species\n• Learn how the feed quality of these species stack up \nRSVP:\nBrett Nietschke: brett.nietschke@biggroup.org.au or 0432 804 389
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/drought-resilient-pasture-legumes-trial-site-visit/
LOCATION:Barossa Angus\, 55 Dawson Road\, Mount Crawford\, South Australia\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241017T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20241017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20240828T120103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T120348Z
UID:4815-1729184400-1729193400@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:BIGG Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:5pm start\, followed by dinner.\nAll Welcome! \nEnquires\, RSVPs and Board Nominations to:\nAlexi Kentish\, Executive Officer\nalexi.kentish@biggroup.org.au
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/bigg-agm/
LOCATION:Stockwell Hotel
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240910T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240910T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231023T013509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T013509Z
UID:4291-1725996600-1725996600@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:Angaston Agricultural Bureau meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit to Barossa Vets. \nAll welcome\, please RSVP to Secretary Mark Grossman (phone number below).
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/angaston-agricultural-bureau-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Barossa Vets
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240703T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240703T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231111T025207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T232939Z
UID:4355-1720035000-1720035000@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Annual social & guest speaker Tim Lynas
DESCRIPTION:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Annual social and guest speaker Tim Lynas.\nEbenezer Community Centre. \nContact: Brenton Mengerson\, Secretary\, 0409 282708.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/koonunga-agricultural-bureau-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Community Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240627T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240627T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20240617T231335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T231500Z
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SUMMARY:Livestock strategies for the next 100 days
DESCRIPTION:With a challenging start to the season hear from topic experts on developing strategies going forward including: \n\nFelicity Turner\, Turner Agribusiness: Looking after your livestock and feedbase – the importance of decision making tools to forecast and make decisions.\nDeb Scammell\, Talking Livestock: Early weaning lambs & calves – when and how?\n\nKen Solly: Coping better with dry times.\nMary Chirgwin: Vaccine coverage in dry times.\n\nFollowed by dinner and drinks. \nRSVP Monday 24 June: Deb Scammell 0407 790 622\, deb@talkinglivestock.com.au
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/livestock-strategies-for-the-next-100-days/
LOCATION:Angaston Bowling Club\, Newcastle Street\, Angaston\, South Australia\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240605T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240605T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231111T025021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T233047Z
UID:4353-1717615800-1717615800@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: AGM & Crop Reports
DESCRIPTION:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: AGM & Crop Reports\nEbenezer Community Centre \nContact: Brenton Mengerson\, Secretary\, 0409 282708.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/koonunga-agricultural-bureau-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Community Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240604T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231023T013315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T013315Z
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SUMMARY:Angaston Agricultural Bureau meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit to The Barossa Leader newspaper. \nAll welcome. please RSVP to Secretary Mark Grossman (phone number below).
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/angaston-agricultural-bureau-meeting-3/
LOCATION:The Barossa Leader
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240529T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20240523T010835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T011015Z
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Barossa seasonal climate outlook & BIGG water ag-tech update
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Seasonal Risk Agronomist Dale Grey on the Barossa region’s seasonal climate outlook and learn more on water ag-tech with BIGG’s Janie Evans. \nDale Grey will look into the major climate influences unfolding throughout 2024\, interpreting seasonal climate models and weather analysis for primary producers and the Barossa region. \nJane will present insights into BIGG’s On-farm Water Monitoring Innovations Project – Phase 2. \nThe presentations will be followed by a Q&A session. \n7.30-8pm Wednesday 29th May 2024 \nFor further enquiries please call 0412 500 752 or email: jane.evans@biggroup.org.au \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/free-webinar-barossa-seasonal-climate-outlook-bigg-water-ag-tech-update/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biggroup.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Climate-water-tech-webinar-May-24.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240501T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240501T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231111T024853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T233229Z
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SUMMARY:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Yourtech Services tour
DESCRIPTION:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Yourtech Services (3D printing) tour\nEbenezer Community Centre \nContact: Brenton Mengerson\, Secretary\, 0409 282 708.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/koonunga-agricultural-bureau-meeting-4/
LOCATION:SA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://biggroup.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Koonunga-Ag-Bureau.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240403T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240403T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231111T024619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T232731Z
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SUMMARY:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Sheep EID & Biosecurity
DESCRIPTION:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Sheep EID and Biosecurity\nEbenezer Community Centre \nContact: Brenton Mengerson\, Secretary\, 0409 282708.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/koonunga-agricultural-bureau-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Community Centre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://biggroup.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Koonunga-Ag-Bureau.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240309T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231111T024445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T232616Z
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SUMMARY:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau: Vineyard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Vineyard Walk\nEbenezer Community Centre. \nContact: Brenton Mengerson\, Secretary\, 0409 282708.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/koonunga-agricultural-bureau/
LOCATION:SA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://biggroup.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Koonunga-Ag-Bureau.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240305T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231023T013020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T013020Z
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SUMMARY:Angaston Agricultural Bureau meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit to Faith College Ag Centre. \nAll welcome\, please RSVP to Secretary Mark Grossman (phone number below)
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/angaston-agricultural-bureau-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Faith College
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biggroup.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Angaston-Ag-Bureau-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240208T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231206T024400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T014704Z
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SUMMARY:Farming Ahead: A Changing Landscape
DESCRIPTION:BIGG Conference 2024 – Farming Ahead: A Changing Landscape \nTickets Available HERE \nThis year’s theme Farming Ahead: A Changing Landscape centres on adapting and responding to today’s changing environment. \nBIGG has confirmed keynote speaker ‘The Unbreakable Farmer’ Warren Davies. Warren’s story is one of resilience\, persistence\, and determination as he faced the challenges of farming. Warren’s authentic\, inspiring and sometimes confronting presentation is filled with take home strategies developed from his business and life journey\, that can be implemented in day-to-day life. \nThe BIGG Conference program also features presentations from: \n\nGraham Clothier\, Lucindale sheep farmer: Insights into sheep production and management\, farm diversification\, and succession planning.\nFelicity Turner\, Field farmer: Carbon accounting opportunities and challenges\, developing a farm sustainability framework inclusive of natural capital.\nMark Inglis\, TFI: A review of the livestock market\, market specifications for beef and sheep\, and processing technologies.\nBrett Nietschke\, BIGG Technical Facilitator: Optimising livestock performance with mixed species pastures.\nJanie Evans\, BIGG Technical Facilitator: On-Farm innovations to improved water security.\n\nA dinner will follow the afternoon session featuring best selling South Australian fiction author Fiona McIntosh. Fiona hit the world stage through her popular fantasy novels but is now known for her deeply researched historical adventures and her crime dramas including the recent popular titles Dead Tide and The Sugar Palace. \nThis in-person event will be held at Lambert Estate Wines\, Angaston. \n\nFull Details available on the FLYER \n\nPLEASE NOTE:\nBIGG Members receive one FREE ticket per membership to attend the conference. Members also benefit from:\n– Free entry to all other BIGG pasture walks\, field days and workshops\n– Monthly e-newsletter including project updates\, event notifications and technical information\n– Eligible to nominate for the BIGG Board and to vote at the AGM \nFor further information and to become a BIGG Member please visit the BIGG website: www.biggroup.org.au \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet your ticket NOW! 
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/farming-ahead-a-changing-landscape-2/
LOCATION:Lambert Estate\, Angaston\, 55 Long Gully Road\, Angaston\, SA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240207T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231111T024222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231111T024222Z
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SUMMARY:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Road Trip
DESCRIPTION:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Moonta region road trip. \nContact: Brenton Mengerson\, Secretary\, 0409 282708.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/koonunga-agricultural-bureau-road-trip/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Community Centre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://biggroup.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Koonunga-Ag-Bureau.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240110T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20240110T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T155222
CREATED:20231111T023701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T232444Z
UID:4342-1704915000-1704922200@biggroup.org.au
SUMMARY:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting: Barossa Australia guest speaker
DESCRIPTION:Koonunga Agricultural Bureau Meeting\nGuest speaker: Barossa Australia \nEbenezer Community Centre \nContact: Brenton Mengerson\, Secretary\, 0409 282708.
URL:https://biggroup.org.au/event/koonunga-agricultural-bureau-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Community Centre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://biggroup.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Koonunga-Ag-Bureau.png
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