EVENTS
EVENTS FOR GROWERS AND SHAREHOLDERS
Growers who are part of the Suncoast Gold family have access to a unique range of grower events. In the past we have hosted farm walks, meeting and workshops on topics such as pollination and integrated pest management. We conduct factory tours, open days, farm bus tours and end of season functions.
TRACK ‘EM AND TRAP ‘EM
Feral pigs are among Queensland’s most widespread and damaging pest animals. As well
as damaging fields, orchards, creeks, and streams, they also carry disease, viruses, and
weeds. Their annual cost to our state’s agriculture is an estimated $95 million.
Suncoast Gold Macadamias have partnered with GrowCom to host the Track ‘em and Trap
‘em field day as part of the ‘Pests, Dirt and Fert’ series supporting horticultural growers in
the Mary Burnett region.
The event will provide practical training and advice on efficient, strategic, humane, and cost-effective feral pig management options.
- Demonstration of trapping infrastructure, equipment, and technology – including
- Thermal Image Drone Surveillance, night scopes, and satellite communication
- Field visit to an orchard where exclusion fencing has been installed
- Discussion with other growers on feral pig control strategies
- Discussion with a number of stakeholders on area wide management approaches
For more information, contact:
Michelle Haase (Growcom) | 0428 586 890 | [email protected].
Paul Hibbert (Suncoast Gold) | 0419 209 466 | [email protected]
Guest speakers-
Ricky Rogers – Pest Animal Management (read more about Ricky here )
Darren Pratt – Bundaberg Feral Pest Control (video featuring Darren)
Les Gain and John Tidy – Valley Invasive Species Management Association
Monday 21 October 2024 | 9.30 am – 3 pm | Meet at 52 Main St Kin Kin
RSVP HERE for catering purposes
ALL WELCOME. DOWNLOAD THE FLYER
NORTHERN RIVERS FARM WALK
Growers are invited to attend a farm walk to check in with Steve Mclean on the progress at his 5 and 6 year old trees at Uralba, NSW.
Farm walk from 10 am followed by lunch and season update from Suncoast Gold. More details to follow closer to the date.
AUSMAC2024
2024 END OF SEASON GROWER FUNCTIONS
For more macadamia events, visit the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS)
