What are the risks and what are the opportunities to build stronger pastures this summer?

This workshop designed for producers concerned about pasture dieback who are looking to improve the resilience and productivity of their pasture systems through informed pasture establishment and species selection.

The session aims to provide producers with the tools and confidence to manage pasture dieback and build more resilient pasture systems through strategic decision-making and proactive planning.

What you’ll learn on the day:

Hear the latest research and findings on pasture dieback from Queensland and New South Wales experts.
Learn about proven strategies for successful pasture establishment and improvement.
Explore recommended grass and legume species that are better suited to your property and show resilience to dieback.
Tailoring grazing to support tropical species after Kikuyu loss.
Understand what your new pasture needs.

Participants will walk away with practical, tailored management strategies aligned with their specific pasture production goals and dieback resilience objectives—taking into account soil type, climate, production system, and preferred recovery approaches (renovation, replacement, or recovery).

Catering and support material will be provided.

If you have any queries please contact Ted Callanan (ted.callanan@dpi.qld.gov.au) or Emily Hedger (emily.h@hlw.org.au).

This event is delivered through the Queensland Pasture Resilience Program, which is a partnership between the Department of Primary Industries, Meat & Livestock Australia and the Australian Government through the MLA Donor Company.

The SQNNSW Innovation Hub received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.