As producers across the Burnett Mary region continue to navigate seasonal uncertainty and changing climate conditions, access to practical, science-based knowledge is more important than ever. This May and June, BMRG and regional partners are delivering two hands-on events designed to support landholders with the tools, confidence, and strategies needed to strengthen on-farm resilience.
From understanding climate risk and seasonal forecasting to improving pasture performance and grazing management, these upcoming workshops connect science with practical application to help producers make informed decisions for the future.
From Forecast to Farm: Ready for Whatever the Weather
26–27 May 2026 | Eidsvold & Kingaroy
Understanding climate risk is essential for building resilient farming businesses. Delivered alongside the Northern Australia Climate Program (NACP), this workshop series will equip red meat producers with the tools, data, and confidence to respond to changing seasonal conditions — from prolonged dry periods to extreme rainfall events.
Participants will explore:
- Key climate drivers shaping the region and what they mean locally
- How to access and apply reliable weather and seasonal forecast information
- Practical decision-making using forecasts and climate outlooks
- Hands-on planning for the months ahead
- Strategies to manage livestock heat and cold stress
- Productivity tools including green date calculations
Led by climate specialists including Dr David Jones from the Bureau of Meteorology, alongside Climate Mates Susanne Wright and Vicki Mayne, the workshops combine scientific research with practical, producer-focused application.
Workshops will be held in:
Building Better Pastures Field Day
Tuesday, 2 June 2026 | Near Booubyjan
Healthy pastures are the foundation of productive and resilient grazing systems. Hosted by Catriona and Russel Murdoch at “Holroyd” near Booubyjan, this practical field day will explore how pasture diversity, soil understanding, and beneficial insects can improve grazing outcomes and long-term landscape resilience.
Participants will gain practical insights into:
- Multispecies planting trials and pasture diversity
- Understanding soil tests and interpreting results
- The role of dung beetles and beneficial insects in healthy grazing systems
- In-field pasture identification
- Grazing management strategies to support productivity and resilience
The day will feature Damien O’Sullivan from Grazing Solutions and Rob Young from EcoInsects, bringing together practical expertise and science-based approaches to sustainable pasture management.
Landholders are also encouraged to bring plant samples for identification, with all specimens required to be sealed in a bag for biosecurity purposes.
Learn more and register here.
These events reflect a shared commitment to strengthening the region’s capacity to manage climate risk through knowledge, partnerships, and practical action. By integrating scientific research with producer experience and local insights, we’re supporting a future where agriculture, environment, and community resilience go hand in hand.
The SQNNSW Innovation Hub receives funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.