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Field Day – Cross Slot Seeding Unit
Agman Consulting held a field day this week to examine a demonstration Cross Slot seeding unit
Regular field days with machinery working in paddock conditions allows Agman growers to make informed choices with their machinery purchasing decisions. Part of what Agman Consulting does is offer advice on the best available technology to achieve uniform plant stands. Working closely with machinery manufacturers, Agman is able to showcase new technology – in this case, the first in Australia.
The Cross Slot seeder was developed in New Zealand and is marketed throughout the world. They have recently developed a prototype mud scraping blade to fit to the seeders.
The demo unit trialled was delivered into the country last week and this was its first hit out in the country. The machine was put through its paces under moist, heavy clay conditions.
Agman understands the importance of conserving moisture at sowing, placing the seed in a favourable environment under all conditions and achieving quick and uniform crop establishment, even with marginal soil moisture.
“A crop with well placed seeds in a favourable micro-environment has far greater yield potential. It achieves early secondary root development and is not competing with itself in the early stages of setting yield potential”
Steve Todd, Agman Consulting, September 2011
Positions Filled
We are happy to advise we have filled the positions outlined below. Watch this space for more career opportunities through the Agman Group.
Career Opportunity in Central NSW
Wyalong Rural Investments – An Innovative Farming Company
Farm Manager (2 positions – Forbes and Ungarie)
We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic, experienced farm managers to join an innovative farming company based in the Central West of NSW focused on the production of quality assured commodities for specific customers. The company requires farm managers with an interest in quality assured modern farming techniques
The successful candidates will be required to provide:
- Management and coordination of staff and contractors
- Preparation and adherence to farm budgets
- Storage, handling, logistics and inventory management
- Supervision of farm GIS and QA programs
- Responsibility for staff and contractor OH&S
- Monthly & quarterly management reports (using MS Word and Excel)
- Accurate record keeping for HR, QA, income and expenses
- Supervision of on farm company trials and projects in conjunction with agronomists
- Cooperation with management on company-wide projects
- Management of dryland farming
- Management of irrigation farming (Forbes position)
- Management of livestock - grazing and feedlot cattle (Forbes position)
We are seeking a person who has the following attributes:
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in farm management
- Willing to put in the extra hours required during peak seasonal requirements
- Recognises the value of accurate record keeping. Ensures collection of data from staff and contractors is complete and accurate
- Genuine interest in modern farming techniques, quality assurance and traceability
- Clear communicator. Can talk with others to obtain or convey information effectively. Can write reports and submit them on time
- Personable with the ability to lead a team. Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job
- Working knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources
Agman brings demand agriculture and foreign investors together
Australian Farm Journal October 2010
Investing in Australian farming enterprises is becoming attractive to foreign investors wishing to improve their country’s food security.
Agman brings demand agriculture and foreign investors together (1179 KB)
Climate Champion program
32 Australian farmers have been recruited by the national Climate Champion program to help improve communication between scientists and farmers about managing climate risk.
What do they have in common?
- They are all interested in managing risks associated with climate and weather to improve productivity on their farms.
- They are keen to share their knowledge with other farmers.
2-way communication with farmers and researchers
The program aims to:
- get climate-related research information out to you – research about new technologies and practices for dealing with climate variability and climate change
- feed information from farmers back to researchers about what you need to better manage climate risk on your property
The 3-year (2010–12) program is supported by:
Read more about the program at www.climatekelpie.com.au