Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is hosting spray workshops on Eyre Peninsula next week as it goes across the state.
The organisation is hosting a series of free ‘Best Practice Spray Workshops’, designed to enhance education, promote sustainable spray application techniques and the latest technology, and support ongoing dialogue around spray drift management.
This includes workshops at Arno Bay on Tuesday, February 25, Wangary on Wednesday, February 26 and Minnipa on Thursday, February 27.
The workshops will provide grain producers with practical strategies to ensure effective agrichemical application, while reducing the risk of spray drift, which GPSA said was essential to maintaining industry reputation and compliance.
Workshops will feature presentations by renowned spray application and drift management expert Craig Day, alongside other leading speakers.
GPSA chief executive officer Brad Perry said the workshops were an important opportunity for grain producers and others in the sector to access industry-leading expertise and insights into spray drift prevention.
“Helping grain producers adopt best practice in agrichemical spray application is critical to ensuring chemicals are applied effectively while minimising the risks of spray drift,” he said.
“These workshops are a practical way for growers to stay ahead of the curve by learning from experienced industry experts, understanding their legal responsibilities, and adopting the latest spray technologies.
“Getting spray application right not only improves weed control outcomes but also protects neighbouring properties, the environment, and the reputation of the South Australian grain industry.”
Workshops will feature expert speakers, hands-on demonstrations of spray technologies, and practical advice tailored to local conditions.
Presentations will also include updates on regulatory requirements from the Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA’s (PIRSA) Rural Chemical Operations team.
Primary Industries Minister Clare Scriven commended GPSA for providing these opportunities for producers to further their knowledge and skills.
“The state government is pleased to support these workshops through PIRSA’s AgTech Producer Group Fund as they play a critical role in enhancing awareness of best practice and encouraging open discussion about spray drift and the risks,” she said.
“These workshops play a vital role in increasing awareness of best practice spray application and encouraging growers to adopt approaches that reduce risks associated with agrichemical spraying.”
Workshops run from 9am to 3pm. Growers can register online at grainproducerssa.com.au
