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BIGG has recently commenced two new long-term pasture programs thanks to funding from the Federal Government’s Future Drought Fund: Multi-species perennial pastures This trial project was sown at Matt Neldner’s (pictured) Marananga property in late July with the aim to determine the productivity of perennial based multi-species pastures. The trial treatments range from a simple […]

14 BIGG producers attended the first of four AgTech eID Producer Group workshops on Wednesday the 21 August at Nuriootpa. Hosted by BIGG’s Deb Scammell the workshop was an invaluable event for local producers to establish their breeding priorities, and to expand their knowledge on how eID’s can play a role in their enterprise. Workshop […]

Barossa Improved Grazing Group (BIGG) was well represented at LambEx, held 7-9 August at Adelaide Convention Centre. Thanks to a generous donation from the former ‘Lower North Lamb Group’ BIGG subsidised tickets for six Barossa producers and industry representatives, and three students to attend. Attracting a record-breaking crowd of more than 1,500 delegates from across […]

Get the most out of your electronic identification (eID) data by joining the BIGG AgTech eID producer group.  Develop an eID plan for your business: Determine a breeding objective for your flock. Understand the ‘genetic flock profile’ of your animals. Look at using eID to select animals that meet your breeding objective covering: – Young animal growth rates […]

The Grassland Society of Southern Australia (GSSA) continues to pave the way for the next generation of agricultural leaders. The annual conference held in Bendigo, showcased the society’s commitment to fostering young talent within the agricultural sector. As a representative for BIGG and a recipient of the Joyce Gillespie Student Bursary, I had the unique […]

BIGG is excited to announce that we are now accepting expressions of interest for our 2024-25 Communications Intern – Drought Preparedness placement. This is a fantastic opportunity for students in agriculture, animal, veterinary science, agribusiness, or natural resource management to gain skills and experience while building networks. The intern will be mentored and actively involved […]

The recent ‘Livestock Strategies for the Next 100 Days’ session, hosted by BIGG and led by Pene Keynes from Livestock SA, was an invaluable event for local farmers held on the 27th of June at the Angaston Bowling Club. The workshop featured insightful presentations from industry experts, addressing crucial livestock management strategies for the upcoming […]

Accessible and beneficial to all ages and most fitness levels pilates can enhance both body and mind health. To assist our rural community facing challenging conditions and situations, especially in times of drought, the Barossa Improved Grazing Group (BIGG) has developed the Core Strength: Pilates for rural living program. The program seeks to help spread the word on the benefits of pilates and encourage people to give it a try!

BIGG recently welcomed new Executive Officer Alexi Kentish. Alexi has a strong connection with sustainable land management with an Honours degree in Agricultural Science, six years working with a large fertiliser company and 16 years farming in the south east of South Australia with her husband, Nic. Alexi’s role on the farm was to monitor the […]

The 2024 Agricultural Institute of Australia – South Australia (AIA-SA) Division’s Student Compendium serves as an inspirational resource for young individuals considering a career in this vital sector. Featuring contributions that reflect the Barossa’s innovative approach to agriculture, the Student Compendium offers young people the potential for career opportunities within the region. The Student Compendium […]