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Thanks to all our growers who turned out for the Grassroots pre season. Themes were around stability in farming systems & the role of pulses play for ⬆️ profit in wheat, canola & barley…. Guest speakers @MathewDunning & @brill_ag were on point as always with their insights.

A new $100k Drought Relief Loan is now available through #NSWGov Rural Assistance Authority. It requires reduced documentation and is available to help farmers immediately manage the impacts of drought. Find out more: facebook.com/share/p/1ApJs1… #SNSWInnovationHub #FutureDroughtFund

🙏🚜 Thank You – FarmLink Machinery Day 🚜🙏 FarmLink would like to sincerely thank the exhibitors, sponsors and attendees who supported the inaugural FarmLink Machinery Day at the Temora Agricultural Innovation Centre. We greatly appreciate the time, effort and investment made by all exhibitors to showcase their machinery, technology and expertise. A special thank you to our sponsor SWS Bank, along with the food vendors who helped create a welcoming atmosphere on the day. FarmLink looks forward to building on this event in March 2027 and continuing to bring farmers and industry together to share technological innovation, knowledge and practical solutions for agriculture across our region. Photo gallery from the day is live on our website.

🌧️🚜 Machinery Day Going Ahead!🚜🌧️ Following the rain event earlier this week, where TAIC received over 80mm of rain, we’re pleased to confirm that FarmLink Machinery Day is still going ahead at the Temora Agricultural Innovation Centre this Friday. ✅ All exhibitors will still be on site ✅ Machinery will be on display ✅ Drone demonstrations will continue as planned at 11am and 1pm (and throughout the day) ✅ Coffee & food vendors will still be on site Exhibitors will have the opportunity to demonstrate machinery on gravel roads around the grounds, including the farm yards around the Treflè Shed. We expect most of the surface water to clear before the event, however, due to wet paddock conditions, the paddock demonstrations will not proceed. You will still have the opportunity to see the machinery up close, touch it, sit in the cab and ask plenty of questions. Exhibitors also have the opportunity to demonstrate their equipment later in March on the TAIC paddocks — speak with them on the day to find out when and register your interest to attend. It’s still a fantastic opportunity to compare equipment side-by-side, speak directly with industry experts, and connect with fellow farmers and suppliers. We look forward to seeing you there for a great day of innovation and connection. #FarmLink #FarmLinkMachineryDay #AgInnovation #AustralianAgriculture #SupportLocal

🚜🔥 LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS – FarmLink Machinery Day 🔥🚜 Get ready to see serious horsepower and cutting-edge technology in action at FarmLink Machinery Day this Friday at the Temora Agricultural Innovation Centre. We’ve got a huge lineup of live demonstrations running throughout the day: 🔹 Primary Deep Tillage Hutcheon & Pearce – John Deere 9RX 640 & 2730 Deep Ripper Intersales – Case IH Steiger 645 & Horsch Tiger CLAAS – AXION 9 & Vaderstad TopDown 400 Cultivator 🔹 Pre-Seeding Tillage Temora Truck & Tractor – New Holland T9.700, K-Line Speedtiller & K-Line Ripper G&M Ag & AusCut – Versatile 570, DEUTZ-FAHR 6185G, TruTill Plough & AeraMax Vertical Tillage Tool 🔹 Grain Handling Coolamon – Chaser Bins 🔹 Ag Tech in Action Riverina Agri Drones – XAG P100 Pro demonstrations at 11am & 1pm, plus displays throughout the day This is your chance to compare machinery side-by-side, watch it work in real conditions, and talk directly with the experts behind the gear. 📍 Temora Agricultural Innovation Centre 📅Friday, 6 March, 10am to 3pm ☕Free entry | Free coffee | Local food vendors See you there!

Update on #diversefarms presented at Wagga & West Wyalong for @theGRDC . Project aims to extend farming systems data from plots to paddock. Thanks @dansweenss & growers @CDFrench1 @Lachie_Moloney for the panel. Decile 0.5-1 year yet solid kg/mm WUE. Photo credit @nicolebtweets

Get an update on herbicide resistance testing on a national and regional level. Which weeds and herbicides are still effective and where are the alarm bells sounding. @JohnCBroster provides an Update for southern NSW #GRDCUpdates #Corowa Paper: bit.ly/3NB3vhN

This Wednesday 25 Feb in #WestWyalong @GRDCNorth's Research Update is on & will include info on the Hub's #RiskWise project, both comparing nitrogen strategies for risk & reward and strategic decisions at the paddock level #SNSWInnovationHub #GRDC @CSIRO @theGRDC

LAST CHANCE to Register! Calculate Your On-Farm Emissions Workshop — happening soon! Are you ready to understand your farm’s carbon footprint and make smarter decisions for your land and business? Join us for this practical, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to: Calculate your on-farm emissions Identify key emission sources Explore opportunities to reduce emissions Build a carbon plan that works for your property Don’t miss out — this is your last chance to secure a spot! 📷 Register now: trybooking.com/events/landing…

Final Wrap-Up from EvokeAG 2026 As @evokeAG wraps up in Melbourne, FarmLink Chairman Rob McColl reflects on the major themes and opportunities for FarmLink. Food security — ensuring Australia can continue to feed itself and contribute globally in an increasingly uncertain political landscape. Artificial Intelligence — not just as a buzzword, but as a practical tool to support better on-farm decision making and research outcomes. For FarmLink Research, CEO Shaughn Morgan — who attended EvokeAG alongside Rob — sees an exciting path ahead. Backed by more than 20 years of grower-led trials and research data, we’re in a strong position to harness AI and emerging digital tools to deliver even greater value to our members — with opportunities such as a dedicated FarmLink app now being explored (stay tuned for more details). 📷 Watch the final wrap-up video to hear Rob’s key takeaways and what this could mean for FarmLink members and the future of Australian agriculture. #FarmLink #EvokeAG2026 #FoodSecurity #AgInnovation #ArtificialIntelligence

🔗💬 Introducing FarmLink CONNECT 💬🔗 FarmLink CONNECT is our new, relaxed Thursday afternoon catch-up for members and farmers - designed to spark ideas, share knowledge and strengthen connections across our region. Join us for an engaging afternoon featuring: 🎤 Guest Speaker: Geoff Minchin Senior Agricultural Advisor, Riverina Local Land Services. Geoff will discuss containment feeding of stock during a visit to the Temora Agricultural Innovation Centre (TAIC) drought lot. There’ll be open discussion around the advantages and disadvantages of containment feeding, plus practical insights on preparing and managing stock. 🌱 FarmLink Representative: Mark Skewes Principal Research & Extension Manager, FarmLink. Mark will present results from the 2025 season of the Long Term Field Trials of Drought Resilient Farming Practices. The focus this season has been on short-term stock feed options using cereal crops, exploring different crop types and grazing durations. Members will also have the opportunity to contribute ideas to the trial design for the next two seasons. 🍻 After the formalities, stick around for drinks and nibbles as we wind down, network and continue the conversation. 🔗💬 Practical insight. Real conversations. Stronger connections. 💬🔗 We look forward to seeing you at FarmLink CONNECT.

Greg Condon from @grassrootsag will discuss 'Challenging and improving farming systems at the whole farm scale'. Upscaling the data coming out of southern farming systems. Come along to #WaggaWagga or #WestWyalong to hear more! More info: grdc.com.au/events #GRDCUpdates

FarmLink CEO Shaughn Morgan and Chairman Rob McColl are representing FarmLink this week at EvokeAG 2026 in Melbourne. @evokeAG continues to showcase the strength of partnerships and practical innovation shaping Australian agriculture. Shaughn and Rob are actively connecting with industry leaders and exploring new opportunities for FarmLink members and growers. 🎥 Watch the video to hear from Rob — with a full wrap-up video coming soon. #FarmLink #EvokeAG26 #AgInnovation #AustralianAgriculture

🚜 FarmLink Machinery Day 2026! 🚜 FarmLink invites you to our inaugural Machinery Dayat the Temora Agricultural Innovation Centre. This is your chance to get up close with the latest tech, broadacre machinery, ag-solutions and the latest gear that keeps your farm moving. Whether you're looking to talk shop with leading exhibitors or just want to catch up with the local community over a coffee, there’s something for everyone. 🌟 THE HIGHLIGHTS: 🔹 STATIC DISPLAYS & LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS from our exhibitor lineup. 🔹 FREE ENTRY for everyone. 🔹 FREE COFFEE from Mug Shot Coffee Van (Cheers to our sponsors SWS Bank! ☕️). 🔹 LUNCH available from Lava Kebab & The Wandering Chef. Whether you're researching your next big investment or just want to catch up, we’d love to see you there. 🌟 THE DETAILS: 📅 Friday, 6th March 🕙 10:00 am – 3:00 pm 📍 FarmLink Treflé Exhibition Shed, Temora Learn more at: farmlink.com.au #FarmLink #MachineryDay #Temora #SupportLocalAg #SWSBank

Cultivating Success: Southern NSW Farming Systems It was a full house at FarmLink Temora this past Monday for the Southern NSW Farming Systems Project Annual Review and Planning Meeting! Representatives from @CSIRO , NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), @grassrootsag, @deltaagribus, Baker Ag Advantage, RMS Ag, @Agrista_au and FarmLink, spent the day presenting & planning to ensure the project continues to deliver high-impact results for the region. A big thank you to all the presenters and organisations for a productive day of collaboration.

⏰Time is running out to book your spot at the Business of Carbon Forum in Wagga this Thursday 12 February. This FREE forum is an opportunity to hear about on-farm carbon projects. How do you participate? What makes a viable on-farm carbon project? How do you avoid the pitfalls and maintain control? events.humanitix.com/business-of-ca… Brought to you by FarmLink Research, Holbrook Landcare Network and @BidgeeLandcare . Delivered with funding from the Commonwealth of Australia through Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water in collaboration with @GGA_WA Grower Group Alliance.

Learn about the options for carbon farming or biodiversity projects and whether it's right for your farm business on 12 Feb in #Wagga at an event with @HolbrookLN @Farm_Link @BidgeeLandcare @DCCEEW @GGA_WA. Register here: events.humanitix.com/business-of-ca…

FarmLink were represented at the recent opening of the new McDonald’s Restaurant at Boorooma. Temora grain grower and FarmLink member Ed Gebhardt, along with FarmLink’s Principal Research & Extension Manager Mark Skewes, attended the event at the invitation of @weareARYZTA Australia & New Zealand. ARYZTA supply all McDonald’s Australia’s burger buns and muffins, using flour produced by Allied Pinnacle, and mostly sourced from right here in the Riverina. The store opening was an opportunity to celebrate local primary production, with wheat, beef, chicken and pickles used in McDonald’s products all being produced in the region. Photo left to right: Ed Gebhardt, grain grower from Temora Tony Aichinger, McDonald's franchisee & owner of Boorooma McDonald’s Steve Wrightson, Commercial Director, ARYZTA Australia & New Zealand Mark Skewes, Principal Research & Extension Manager, FarmLink