Riverine Plains

06/06/2026

These images show early establishment of our wheat–vetch companion cropping demonstration trial at our Uncle Toby’s site, Corowa. This is a critical phase for setting up strong crop and companion crop performance ahead of termination treatments.

Over the past two seasons at our Sanger trial site, we found that terminating vetch at the tillering stage in wheat consistently resulted in higher yields compared with later termination timings. The results highlight the importance of balancing the nitrogen benefits of vetch with potential competition for moisture and resources.

We’re now building on this work at paddock scale in Corowa, demonstrating how early vetch termination can be integrated into commercial farming systems while continuing to assess impacts on crop growth, nitrogen dynamics and grain yield and quality.

Keep an eye out for updates through the season 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04kcPM00
Grains Research and Development Corporation

04/06/2026

SCOUT for the Riverine Plains is proud to sponsor and present the Industry Impact Award at the Australian Agritech Showcase next week, recognising commercial agritech solutions delivering proven, measurable results for producers.

As part of the event Jane McInnes, Head of Farming Systems, will share how Riverine Plains and SCOUT can work with agritech companies and the broader ecosystem, while Jane and Kate Coffey, Head of Farmer Engagement, will host a workshop exploring effective trial programs.

See you there as we celebrate innovation delivering real impact for Australian agriculture 🙌 https://hubs.la/Q04kd8yP0)

04/06/2026

Last chance - closing 30th June or before if funds exhausted.

Support is available to help manage drought conditions now and into the future 👉

Farm Drought Support Grants are available to share the costs of key farm business activities, like water carting, improving grain feeders and troughs, pasture restoration, stock containment areas, and more.

🚜$5,000 as a co-contribution grant is available statewide, with farmers in south west Victoria able to access $10,000.

You can claim expenses of eligible activities dating back to since 30 September 2024 for your co-contribution.

Find out more and apply here: www.ruralfinance.com.au/grants/

03/06/2026

Save the Date: Riverine Plains In Season Update
📆 Wednesday August 5th
🕣 8.30am - 1.30pm
📍 Rennie

A great opportunity to get out in the paddock, hear the latest updates and connect with growers and experts on the season ahead. More details to come!
👉 https://hubs.la/Q04hQkjk0

03/06/2026

Riverine Plains Field Trial Manager Matt De Roos (left), pictured alongside our previous Hanrahan Family Scholar James White (right), recently had the incredible opportunity to attend the Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program 🌾

Over the course of the program, Matt connected with future leaders in agriculture from right across Australia, deepened his understanding of effective leadership in the sector, and gained real insight into what drives great leaders forward.

A huge thank you to AgriFutures Australia for their sponsorship of Matt's place and Marcus Oldham for such a valuable and inspiring experience!

02/06/2026

Riverine Plains is proud to be recognised alongside some outstanding initiatives supporting the growth of Australia’s agritech ecosystem.

We are focused on bridging the gap between innovation and on-farm reality, helping ensure new ideas are tested, validated and shaped by real farming systems so they can deliver meaningful impact for growers.

The Sector Builder Award highlights the importance of the often unseen work that sits behind successful agritech adoption: collaboration, capability building and creating pathways for ideas to move from concept to reality.

Congratulations to all nominees!

🏗️ Sector Builder Nominees Announced!

Behind every agritech success story, there's usually a program, accelerator, or initiative that helped get it there. The Sector Builder Award recognises the people and programs strengthening Australia's agritech ecosystem and accelerating the commercialisation journey for the companies within it.

This year's nominees are:

🟠 NSW Farms of the Future
🟠 Gatton Agtech Showcase (Queensland Government)
🟠 Riverine Plains
🟠 Agrispace
🟠 FarmTechConnect (Queensland Government)
🟠 Farmers2Founders & TekFarm

Six programs and initiatives making a real difference to Australia's agritech ecosystem.

The winner will be announced at the Australian Agritech Awards Gala 🏆, part of National Agritech Week 2026 in Brisbane, 10–12 June.

Congratulations to all nominees! 👏

🔗 Join us: https://loom.ly/kDcdaSg

02/06/2026

🚨As 30 June approaches, now is the time for primary producers to review their tax position and explore opportunities to improve cash flow and manage taxable income.

This article from Bernadette McKenzie, Belmores Chartered Accountants, outlines key EOFY considerations, including Farm Management Deposits, prepayments, asset write-offs and infrastructure deductions.

Read more:

Tax planning tips for primary producers ahead of 30 June, including FMDs, prepayments, capital deductions, asset write-offs and super contributions.

31/05/2026

🤔 Know a farmer who’s curious about carbon opportunities but not sure where to start? The Riverine Plains Low Carbon Landscapes project is offering eligible southern NSW farmers a free carbon project feasibility assessment to help identify practical opportunities suited to their farming system.

If someone in your network fits the criteria, encourage them to submit an EOI early, places are limited 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04hzX_60

Supported by the NSW Government through a Low Carbon Landscapes grant. NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

31/05/2026

Carbon projects can feel complex, but they may also present practical opportunities for your farm business. Eligible farmers can now access a free carbon project feasibility assessment through the Riverine Plains Low Carbon Landscapes project.

To be eligible, farms must:
✔️ Be located in Greater Hume, Lockhart, Federation, Berrigan or Murrumbidgee Irrigation Fringe
✔️ Be at least 500ha
✔️ Have an interest in practical carbon opportunities within the farm business

Places are limited, register your interest early 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04hB2tc0

Supported by the NSW Government through a Low Carbon Landscapes grant. NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

29/05/2026

🌱 We’ve been running germination tests on malting barley ahead of planting, with a few interesting variances emerging across the seeds tested. It’s early-stage insight, but already helping build a clearer picture of establishment performance going into the season.

Riverine Plains members will gain some insight into this trial in this year's Trial Book - coming soon!