NHIA (National Herd Improvement Association of Australia Inc)

18/09/2026

🌟 Nominations are now open for NHIA’s 2027 Young Person Achiever Award!

Do you know an outstanding young person aged 35 or under who is making a positive impact across the herd improvement industry?

We’re looking for emerging leaders who demonstrate:

👏 Outstanding achievement
🌱 Strong potential for future growth
💡 Passion, dedication and innovation
🤝 A commitment to our industry and its community

Help NHIA recognise and support the next generation of industry leaders by nominating a deserving young achiever today.

🏆 Nominations are now open for members to nominate! Shine a spotlight on someone who deserves to be recognised!

👉 Download the form and submit your nomination: https://www.nhia.org.au/files/2027%20Young%20Person%20Achievers%20Award%20Nomination%20Form%20-%20Updated%2015.09.2026.docx

03/09/2026

Great opportunity to improve running meetings in the Murray Dairy region with Murray Dairy and Gardiner Foundation 🙌 register interest ⬇️

RUNNING BRILLIANT MEETINGS

Murray Dairy is partnering with the Gardiner Foundation to run this exciting workshop presented by Cynthia Mahoney & Kristy Howard.

A great opportunity to improve your skills if you chair meetings, facilitate discussion groups, have a leadership role or run a large team on-farm.

Places are limited and filling fast, to learn more or register please email: [email protected]

02/09/2026

👏 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our SA Dairy & Beef Cattle Reproduction Day!

Most importantly, thank you to the AI technicians, farmers, breeders and industry representatives who came along, shared experiences, asked questions and contributed to the conversations. Your involvement is what makes these days worthwhile.

A special thank you to Minitube Australia, and Bruno Martinez for sharing his expertise.

We’re also incredibly grateful to our valued partners IDEXX and Virbac for their continued support of NHIA, with Vincent Heeran and Elke Erregger contributing their expertise to the program.

And thank you to our fantastic speaker line-up:
🎤 Bruno Martinez — Minitube Australia
🎤 Vincent Heeran — IDEXX
🎤 Elke Erregger — Virbac
🎤 Chris Kendall — World Wide Sires Australia
🎤 Vaughn Johnston — Semex Australia
🎤 Alastair Rayner — Vytelle Australasia
🎤 Mark Thompson — TAFE SA

A great day of learning, networking and connecting the people working across cattle reproduction and herd improvement.

Thank you, SA — we loved having you there: NATIONAL HERD DEVELOPMENT CO-OP, Dairy Australia, Bulls Eye Breeding, JN Farming, Limitless Cattle Co, Compass Vets, Nangkita Dairies and others who shared the day with us.

This is the industry community we’re proud to bring together. 👏

25/08/2026

👏 Thank you, Mudgee NSW!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to making our Mudgee Dairy & Beef Reproduction Day such a success.

A special thank you to our fantastic speakers and industry partners from Minitube Australia, IDEXX, Virbac, and Angus Australia, Alltech Lienert Australia, Vytelle Australasia, World Wide Sires Australia, and Dr Alex Ball, proudly sponsored by STgenetics Australia BEEF.

Thank you also to ACE Genetics for helping us bring the day together, and Australian Premier Genetics who spoke about the RGTAG - Ruminant Genetics Trade Advisory Group.

And to our attendees - wow, some travelled 4 hours, while others travelled up to 12 hours to be in the room!

Thank you attendees, our members: ABS Global - Australia, ACE Genetics, Apex Breeding, Australian Premier Genetics and Northern Artificial Breeders and attendees from, Belinfante Angus, Brighton Farm, Bundella Station, Elite Genetics, Jumping Rock Murray Greys, Kerrabee Park, Kurrajong Angus, MAK Agriculture, Myall River Agri, Pacific Vet, Redgrove Angus, Sutton Breeding Services, Whitegold Holsteins, Wingvee Pastoral.

We are incredibly appreciative of the commitment shown by our AI technicians, producers, farmers and breeders.

We certainly packed a lot into one day – and had an absolute ball hosting you all! It was fantastic to see so much knowledge, conversation and connection in the room.

Mudgee, we can’t wait to be back!

13/08/2026

See our incredible line-up of speakers! 🎤

Mudgee is shaping up to be a fantastic day of education, practical tips and networking for AI technicians, DIY farmers and breeders.

⏰ Last chance to register! Registrations for Mudgee close Friday, 14 August.

Thanks to Minitube Australia, IDEXX, Virbac, Alltech, Angus Australia, Vytelle Australasia, World Wide Sires Australia, STgenetics Australia BEEF, ACE Genetics

👉 Don’t miss out – book your place now https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J9WMLMY?fbclid=IwY2xjawTqpaNwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUJpUm9ac2NHMUM4Nmt0bnJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeNNzjL2xHxJfw_cP16ywP6GVTWyp6sfAY1rqmBJBGNdzW-YnNi0c9RbhH2Zg_aem_C5sL853IBbatIE3MWDajmQ

12/08/2026

🚨 DAIRY & BEEF EVENTS – BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW!

NHIA is hitting the road with three upcoming Technician Events bringing practical knowledge, industry experts and great conversations directly to you.

📍 Mudgee, NSW – 20 August
📍 Strathalbyn, SA – 27 August
📍 Scottsdale, TAS – 17 September

Calling all AI Technicians, Farmers and Breeders – these events are about sharpening skills, sharing knowledge and connecting with your industry.

With thanks to Minitube Australia, IDEXX, Virbac, Semex Australia, Vytelle Australasia, World Wide Sires Australia, TAFE SA

Register below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P8Q59HJ

11/08/2026

🚨 NEXT UP – SOUTH AUSTRALIA! 🚨

NHIA is on the road and South Australia, you’re next!

📣 Calling all AI Technicians, Farmers, Breeders and anyone passionate about herd reproduction – join us for a practical day of industry knowledge, connections and conversations.

📅 Thursday, 27 August 2026
📍 Strathalbyn, SA

More details to come!

⚠️ Registrations are essential – register now and secure your place!

🔗 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PK97D83

10/08/2026

💥 Hello Members, are you making the most of your NHIA Membership?

Your membership is more than just being part of NHIA, it gives you access to exclusive member benefits, savings, industry resources and opportunities

👉 Make sure you’re taking advantage of what’s available to you.

10/08/2026

🚨 ONLY 4 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER – MUDGEE 20 AUGUST!

AI Technicians, Farmers & Breeders – registrations are a must!

📅 Thursday, 20 August 2026
📍 Mudgee, NSW
💰 Members $35 | Non-Members $55 (arrival morning tea and lunch included)

👏 A huge thank you to our partners Minitube Australia, IDEXX, Virbac! And our presenters who are bringing their very best to educate and deliver value, Dr Alex Ball sponsored by STgenetics Australia BEEF and Angus Australia, Alltech Lienert Australia, Vytelle Australasia and World Wide Sires Australia

⏰ 4 DAYS LEFT – register now to secure your place!

🔗 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J9WMLMY

07/08/2026

🚨SPECIAL GUEST – MUDGEE!

We’re excited to announce that STgenetics Australia BEEF is bringing Dr Alex Ball to Mudgee!

Dr Ball will join our Dairy & Beef Reproduction Seminar to talk about Rapid Herd Recovery and share insights from the Rapid Herd Recovery Project.

📅 Thursday, 20 August 2026
📍 Mudgee, NSW

👏 A huge thank you to everyone involved in bringing this event together Minitube Australia, IDEXX, Virbac, Angus Australia, Vytelle Australasia, World Wide Sires Australia, Alltech Lienert Australia, ACE Genetics

⚠️ Registrations are essential – secure your place now!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiCX4bExxns