NATIONAL FODDER CONFERENCE

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1 Major Conference Sponsor NATIONAL FODDER CONFERENCE 7 9 AUGUST RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast Feeding Innovation, Growing Success EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 16 JUNE 2017 afia.org.au ph: Connect with Ausfodder

2 Letter from the Chair, Ann Collins, Clifton, QLD I am delighted once again this year to invite everyone involved in the Australian hay and silage industry to join us at the RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast, Queensland from 7-9 August 2017 for the 22nd Australian Fodder Industry Association s National Fodder Conference. The theme of this year s conference is Feeding Innovation, Growing Success. It is focused on inspiring all of us to think about our respective businesses differently and to seek out those opportunities to do what we do with a renewed focus on innovation; challenging ourselves and one another to grow not just our own success but that of the entire national fodder industry for which we all share a passion. We have a series of speakers who will entertain, challenge and hopefully inspire all of us with this theme. The National Fodder Conference offers a unique opportunity for our industry to come together to talk hay and silage and as always, to reconnect with old friends and acquaintances. The past 12 months have certainly provided our industry with plenty of challenges to discuss, on the supply and demand front as well as quality and price. We continue to see the national fodder industry face uncertainty with many regions experiencing exceptional production results, despite the vagaries of unpredictable seasonal conditions, followed by subdued demand. The National Fodder Conference remains the perfect forum to discuss all of these issues and to take stock of what has transpired and to look with optimism to the future. The formal conference sessions will inform and challenge our current thinking and the renowned conference social events will allow us to share, learn and laugh with our colleagues. The AFIA team has put together a conference program that will showcase how all participants in the fodder supply chain - growers, contractors, carriers, researchers, agronomists, exporters and goods and service providers to industry - are working together to feed innovation and grow success. All of this will be bundled up with plenty of time for networking with industry participants from across Australia. The Australian Fodder Industry Association s National Fodder Conference is an event not to be missed. Once again I look forward to catching up with all of the delegates, both regular attendees and first timers, at this year s National Fodder Conference. It is a tremendous opportunity to meet people from across the country who share common goals and a determination to create a safe, viable, innovative and successful fodder industry. I look forward to seeing you all at the RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast, Queensland in early August. The National Fodder Conference opened our business up to new networks, people and ideas. I highly recommend attending the National Fodder Conference and if you have the time, go on the pre-conference tour for a chance to see how other businesses run. Cameron Angel, Founder & Director, Fodder Link. The conference gave me the opportunity to discuss ideas and current industry trends with other growers from around Australia. The National Conference Dinner was then a perfect setting to catch up with other members and network. Julie Brien, Brien Ag Enterprises

3 2017 NATIONAL FODDER CONFERENCE OVERVIEW Pre-Conference Fodder Tour, QLD Fri 4 to Sun 6 August 2017 The AFIA Pre-Conference Fodder Tour is a unique opportunity to see some leading farms, new country and get to know other like-minded operators in the fodder industry before the National Fodder Conference commences. Heading inland from the Gold Coast, the tour will explore some of Queensland s most stunning countryside, with overnight accommodation in two rural destinations before returning to the Gold Coast on Sunday evening. Mon 7 August (RACV Royal Pines Resort) AFIA Contractors Committee meeting AEXCO AGM Conference Registration opens, noon Exporters meeting (closed) Hay Transport workshop Women in Fodder workshop Welcome Cocktail Function, 5.00pm Tues 8 August (RACV Royal Pines Resort) Conference Registration opens, 8.30am Welcome tea & coffee Trade Display area, 9.00am Conference Speaking Program Day 1, 10:00am AFIA Annual General Meeting, 11:25am Machinery Walk and Talk, 11.55am Pre-dinner Drinks, 7:00pm National Fodder Conference Annual Dinner, 7:30pm Wed 9 August (RACV Royal Pines Resort) Conference Registration opens, 8.30am Conference Speaking Program Day 2, 9.00am Speaking program concludes, 3:30pm Getting to the conference Royal Pines is 32km north of Gold Coast Airport. From the arrival terminal you can either take a taxi, Uber or private transfer service. If travelling from Brisbane, the resort is 80km south of Brisbane International Airport. For guests travelling from Brisbane, the Gold Coast is connected to Brisbane by rail, and Nerang Station is five minutes drive from the resort. Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin and Tiger Airways all have regular services into the Gold Coast airport from all over Australia. Qantas: or Virgin: or Jetstar: or Tiger: or www. tigerairways.com.au. Accommodation To book accommodation, please contact the Resort directly on or and mention AFIA National Fodder Conference. To view the rooms go to: Mountain view rooms: $199 room only; $223 including 1 buffet breakfast; $247 including 2 buffet breakfasts. Superior rooms: $220 room only; $244 including 1 buffet breakfast; $268 including 2 buffet breakfasts. Spa suites: $280 room only; $304 including 1 buffet breakfast; $328 including 2 buffet breakfasts. About the Gold Coast The Gold Coast is one of Australia s premier tourist destinations and one of fastest growing cities in Australia, offering a vibrant mix of shopping, accommodation, theme parks, restaurants and entertainment. Adding to this is a booming, youthful spirit and startling physical beauty: some 52km of pristine sand and countless epic surf breaks, heartbreakingly hazy sunsets, blissful water temperatures and 300 sunny days a year. Temperature range on the Gold Coast during August is between 10 and 22 degrees. More information Sunshine Coast Brisbane Gold Coast or contact: Pru Edmonds AFIA Events Manager PO Box 527, Ascot Vale VIC 3032 M: , F: , E: pru@afia.org.au

4 2017 NATIONAL FODDER CONFERENCE PROGRAM PRE-CONFERENCE FODDER TOUR, QUEENSLAND Fri 4 to Sun 6 August 2017 The tour will depart from the RACV Royal Pines Resort on Friday 4 August and return in the evening on Sunday 6 August. CONTRACTORS COMMITTEE MEETING (AFIA CONTRACTORS ONLY) Mon 7 August 10:00am 12:00pm, Convention Lobby AFIA members that are hay and silage contractors are encouraged to participate in this meeting. HAY TRANSPORT WORKSHOP SPONSORED Mon 7 August 1.00pm 2:30pm, Convention Lobby AFIA will again be hosting a workshop aimed at targeting one of the biggest issues in the industry. This year the workshop will allow delegates to share ideas with transport regulators, manufacturers and hay transporters. WOMEN IN FODDER WORKSHOP Mon 7 August 3.00pm 4.30pm, Convention Lobby AFIA will continue to build on the framework of the past two Women in Fodder workshops, including presentations and thoughtful discussion relevant to our female members. The Hay Transport and Women in Fodder workshops will provide a great deal of useful information and include an interactive panel discussion. These workshops are free and all conference delegates are invited to be involved. Please confirm your attendance on the registration form. AEXCO ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Mon 7 August 11.00am 12.00pm, Cypress 1/Hydrate (Closed AEXCO members only) EXPORTERS MEETING Mon 7 August 1.00pm 4:30pm, Cypress 1/Hydrate (Closed Exporters only) TRADE EXHIBITION The Conference will incorporate extensive trade and machinery displays. AFIA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice of AGM to Members: The Annual General Meeting will be held on the morning of Tuesday 8 August 2017 from 11.25am 11.55am. Members interested in nominating for a position on the Board should contact AFIA before nominations close on Monday 3 July SOCIAL PROGRAM WELCOME COCKTAIL FUNCTION Mon 7 Aug 5:00 7:30pm RACV Royal Pines Resort Sponsored by Tapex Agri National Fodder Conference Delegates and their guests are invited to drinks and substantial finger food, Poolside at the Resort. A registration desk will be set up at the entrance of the Poolside area, however to avoid delays, we strongly encourage you to come to registration between noon and 4.30pm on Monday 7 August to collect your nametag, lanyard and entry tickets. Dress is neat casual. NATIONAL FODDER CONFERENCE DINNER Tues 8 Aug 7.30pm, The Prince Room, RACV Royal Pines Resort Sponsored by New Holland Pre-dinner drinks commence at 7:00pm in the Monarch and Podium Lawn area followed by the formal dinner and awards ceremony at 7:30pm in the Prince Room. As always there will be great entertainment and an opportunity to network in a relaxed environment. Dress is evening wear or smart casual. AFIA AWARDS AFIA PHOTO COMPETITION Sponsored by Integrated Packaging Always a popular part of the National Fodder Conference, the Photo Competition gives delegates the opportunity to showcase their hay and silage snaps from last season. Make sure you get your entries in by Wednesday 19 July to jesse@afia.org.au.

5 2017 CONFERENCE SPEAKING PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS The theme of this year s conference is Feeding Innovation, Growing Success. The program will contain information to engage and stimulate everyone with a line-up of both international and Australian speakers. There is a particular focus this year on engaging with all users of fodder and collaborating with various groups at each end of the supply chain to drive efficiency and further innovation and understanding. This year s speakers come from a wide range of backgrounds, not just the fodder industry, and will share their experience and expertise with conference delegates. Some of the key speakers at this year s conference include: MS. KAY HULL AM, RIRDC CHAIR Kay Hull is a Riverina personality, business woman, community leader and former Federal Member of Parliament. Kay served as a National Party member of the Australian House of Representatives from October 1998 to August 2010, representing the Division of Riverina, New South Wales. She was the first female NSW National elected to Federal Parliament and the first female Chief Nationals Whip. With a passion for food and fibre production, Kay ensured the agriculture sector had a strong voice in Canberra in relation to water access for irrigation. From 1999 to 2010 she convened the Parliamentary Cancer Network, and continues to serve on boards and committees related to achieving equitable access for country cancer patients. Before entering Federal Parliament, Kay served on Wagga Wagga City Council from 1991 to 1998, including five years as Deputy Mayor, and was Chair of the Council of Tourist Associations in NSW from 1995 to Kay was a Ministerial appointment to the Board of Tourism NSW from 1995 to 1998, receiving the Rod Murdoch Award for Contribution to Tourism in NSW in Kay has a strong background in business, having been a medium enterprise owner operator in the Motor Vehicles Trades and Services sector since She was awarded the Golden Crow Roll of Honour Award for contribution to the Wagga Wagga business community in 2010, and received the Freedom of the City of Wagga Wagga in March She was appointed by the NSW Minister for Education to the NSW Skills Board in 2013 and Chair of The Australian National Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drugs by the Commonwealth Minister for Health in October Kay was awarded an AM in the 2015 Queen s Birthday Honours for her contribution to the Parliament of Australia and her leadership in the Riverina. DR ANDY SHEPPARD, CSIRO Dr Andy Sheppard has been a Senior Principal Research Scientist with CSIRO since 1986 working on invasive species management in both France and Australia. Since 2006, he has been a CSIRO Research leader of three different programs on plant biosecurity, invasive species management, and terrestrial biodiversity management. His current primary role is Research Director in the CSIRO Biosecurity Flagship for the Managing Invasive Species Impacts Program. Dr Sheppard serves on a number of advisory panels for the Federal Government, GRDC, MLA, Griffith University and Lincoln University in New Zealand and has been the non-residential Officer-in-Charge of CSIRO s European Laboratory in Montpellier since Dr Sheppard also has an active portfolio of research projects in weed and invasive species management. EDDIE SLOAN, BEYONDBLUE Eddie Sloan is a former farmer and has worked in the agricultural industry at management level since having to leave the family farm in Western Australia in the early 1990s. Recently, Eddie began working for a company which fabricates bee hives in Kingaroy, Queensland. He has been married for 30 years, has two children and one grandchild. Eddie is a volunteer speaker for beyondblue, a national organisation that works to raise awareness about anxiety and depression, reduce the associated stigma and encourage people to get help. He became a speaker for beyondblue to help those in need and to offer his personal story of hope, recovery and resilience and to tell how important it is for everyone to take a multi-layered approach to depression and anxiety. OUR PLACE 2017 will also see the popular Our Place segment continuing, giving a snapshot into how AFIA members manage their businesses in the hay and silage industry. Ms Hull Dr Sheppard Eddie Sloan

6 DELEGATE REGISTRATION PACKAGES (REGISTRATIONS CLOSE WED 26 JULY 2017) EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS $100 Early Bird Discount applies to all current AFIA members who register by Friday 16 June FULL DELEGATE REGISTRATION AFIA MEMBERS A full delegate registration entitles you to attend all conference sessions including the pre-conference workshops and two day speaking program on Tuesday and Wednesday. Registration also includes attendance at the Welcome Cocktail Function on Monday evening and the National Fodder Conference Dinner on Tuesday evening. All delegates are required to check in at the registration desk to receive their nametags and tickets for the social functions. Standard registration for AFIA members is $795. FULL DELEGATE REGISTRATION NON MEMBERS Non Members are invited to attend the 2017 National Fodder Conference for $875 (no Early Bird Rate applies). Registration entitles you to attend all conference sessions, including the pre-conference workshops and two day speaking program on Tuesday and Wednesday. Also included is attendance at the Welcome Cocktail Function on Monday evening and the National Fodder Conference Dinner on Tuesday evening. GEN AG/STUDENT CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS In order to give our younger members and their friends every possible opportunity to be involved in the 2017 National Fodder Conference, AFIA is offering a discounted registration for young people and students. If you are under 30 or a full time student in agriculture or a related field, the registration fee is $450. The Gen Ag registration includes the full conference program and social functions. PARTNER CONFERENCE REGISTRATION We are delighted to offer a discounted registration for partners of full conference delegates. The partner s registration includes the full conference program and social functions. Registration fee is $450. GENERAL INFORMATION If you have any questions on the delegate packages please don t hesitate to contact Pru Edmonds, AFIA Events Manager, on or pru@afia.org.au IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION All conference delegates, including attendees at conference social functions, will be issued with nametags, lanyards, and tickets to gain entry to the social functions. Lanyards will be colour-coded to match the entitlements of the different registration types and delegates will be asked to wear these at all times. Please note, in the event that you are not wearing your lanyard and nametag during the conference, you may be asked by AFIA or venue staff to produce it before admission can be permitted. Entry tickets to the social functions will be included with your nametag and lanyard and will be required to gain entry at both the Welcome Cocktail Function and the Annual Conference Dinner. Registration will open from midday on Monday 7 August so that you can register, collect your nametag, lanyard, conference satchel and entry tickets to the social functions prior to the commencement of the Welcome Cocktail Function on Monday evening at 5.00pm. A registration desk will also be set up at the entrance of the Welcome Cocktail Function room, however to avoid delays, we strongly encourage you to come to registration between midday and 4.30pm. DISCLAIMER The conference program and registration information is correct at time of publication, however, the organisers reserve the right to change information. For updates on the conference, please keep an eye on the AFIA website LIABILITY AFIA does not include provision for the insurance of participants against personal injuries, sickness, theft or property damage. Participants and accompanying persons are advised to arrange for the insurance they consider necessary. AFIA, its employees, sponsors, committee or Board members assume any responsibility for loss, theft, injury or damage to persons or belongings. CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS Cancellations should be notified in writing. Cancellations received on or before Friday 7 July 2017 will incur a cancellation fee of $ There will be no refunds on cancellations received on or after Saturday 8 July PRIVACY POLICY The personal information obtained from the registration form will be used for purposes relating to the conference. Your name and contact details will be passed on to delegates, sponsors and exhibitors of the 2017 National Fodder Conference via the delegate list. Please indicate in the space provided if you do not wish this to occur.

7 REGISTRATION FORM 2017 AFIA NATIONAL FODDER CONFERENCE Monday 7 Wednesday 9 August Personal Details Surname: First Name: Title: Business Name: Address: Town: State: P Code: AFIA Member Yes / No Telephone: W ( ) Mobile Fax ( ) Preferred name for name badge: Partner s name (if paying delegate or guest): Special requirements: Dietary / Other: DO NOT include my details on the delegate list to go in the conference satchels (leave blank if you are happy to share your contact details with other delegates/sponsors who are attending the National Fodder Conference) 2. Conference registration (all prices include GST) (please indicate categoryp) Category Early Bird Standard PLEASE NOTE: Early bird discounts apply to current AFIA members only. Payment must be received prior the cut-off date. No exceptions Before 16/06/17 After 17/06/17 Full Registration AFIA Member $695 $795 Full Registration Non-Member NA $875 Gen Ag Registration * NA $450 Partner s Registration ** NA $450 Day Registration Member Tues Wed (per day) NA $325 Day Registration Non-Member Tues Wed (per day) NA $375 TOTAL * Applicable for full time students studying agriculture or a related field or individuals under 30 who are involved in the fodder industry **Partner must be spouse of full delegate 3. Registration Information and Entitlements PLEASE NOTE: All conference delegates, including attendees at conference social functions will be issued with nametags, lanyards and tickets to gain entry to the social functions. Lanyards will be colour coded to match the entitlements of the different registration types and delegates will be asked to wear these at all times. In the event that you are not wearing your lanyard, or do not have your entry ticket to a social function, you may be asked by AFIA or venue staff to produce it before admission can be permitted. Member / Non-Member Full Registration: Attendance at all sessions, including Monday workshops; lunches, morning and afternoon teas; Welcome Cocktail Function; Conference Dinner; conference satchel, delegate handbook, delegate list. Day Registration: Attendance at all sessions on day of choice; lunch, morning & afternoon tea; conference satchel, delegate handbook, delegate list. Partner & Gen Ag Registration: Attendance at all sessions including Monday workshops; lunches, morning and afternoon tea; Welcome Cocktail Function, Conference Dinner, conference satchel, delegate handbook, delegate list. REGISTRATIONS CLOSE WEDNESDAY 26 JULY 2017

8 Please Note: FAILURE TO COMPLETE THIS SECTION WILL BE REGISTERED AS NON ATTENDANCE AT THE SOCIAL FUNCTIONS. This includes all Full delegates (member & non-member), Gen Ag & Partner delegates. No additional payment is required for Full, Gen Ag or Partner delegates, additional guests only. 4. Social Program please complete if you wish to participate WELCOME COCKTAIL FUNCTION: Monday 7 August 2017, 5.00pm 7.30pm (RACV Royal Pines Resort) CONFERENCE DINNER: Tuesday 8 August 2017, 7.00pm 12.00am (RACV Royal Pines Resort) Function Full delegates (No fee payable) Gen Ag/Partner Delegates (No fee payable) Additional Guests (Attendance fee applies) Total $ Welcome Cocktail Function Number: Number: $75pp Conference Dinner Number: Number: $125pp TOTAL 5. Pre-Conference Workshops & Committee Meeting Registration Monday 7 August 2017 Meeting AEXCO Meeting (Closed Meeting AEXCO members only) Time 11.00am 12.00pm (Cypress 1/Hydrate) Attendance (Please indicate attendance by ticking the relevant boxes below) o Exporters Meeting (Closed Meeting Exporter members only) AFIA Contractors Meeting (Closed Meeting AFIA Contractors members only) PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS 1.00pm 4.30pm (Cypress 1/Hydrate) 10.00am 12.00pm (Convention Lobby) o o Hay Transport Workshop (Open to all conference delegates) 1.00pm 2:30pm (Convention Lobby) Women in Fodder Workshop 3.00pm 4:30pm (Convention Lobby) o 6. Accommodation must be booked direct with RACV Royal Pines Resort Competitive rates have been negotiated at RACV Royal Pines Resort. Please contact the Resort directly on or Please refer to the delegate brochure for more information or 7. Payment of Fees (Tax Invoice for GST Purposes: ABN ) Registrations will not be processed until payment is received. Tax invoices will be forwarded. I enclose cheque*** (payable to AFIA) Please charge this amount to my credit card (please note: NO Diners or AMEX cards) Visa Mastercard Total amount: $ Card No: Expiry date: Signature: Cardholder s name: o EFT Direct deposit BSB: Account: Include your surname on the EFT Statement Send to: AFIA, PO Box 527, Ascot Vale, VIC Fax: e: pru@afia.org.au ***Cheques must be in Australian currency and drawn on an Australian bank. Conference Confirmation On receipt of payment, your registration will be acknowledged in writing with confirmation of your requirements as indicated on your registration form. Disclaimer The conference program and registration information is correct at time of publication, however, the organisers reserve the right to change information. For updates on the conference, visit the AFIA website Cancellations & refunds Cancellations should be notified in writing. Cancellations received on or before Friday 7 July 2017 will incur a cancellation fee of $ There will be no refunds on cancellations received on or after Saturday 8 July 2017.