WeedSmart Week is coming to Geraldton, Western Australia. From Tuesday July 29th to July 31st, 2025, join us for an engaging event designed to empower growers and advisors with the WeedSmart Big 6 messages to mitigate herbicide resistance with diverse on-farm weed management.

The program includes a Forum day, farm tours and a machinery expo, where you’ll witness how forward-thinking growers are successfully implementing the WeedSmart Big 6 tactics to combat herbicide resistance and safeguard their businesses.

During the technology and machinery expo, attendees will explore cutting-edge innovations, including the latest sprayer and weed detection technology, as well as various harvest weed seed control implements.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear firsthand about innovative and practical weed solutions from industry experts and fellow growers! 🌱🌿🚜🔍

AGENDA

The full program will be available here soon.

Tuesday 29 July (Day 1): Forum, Queens Park Theatre

Hear from leading agronomists, experts and innovative growers who are implementing the WeedSmart Big 6 tactics to control weeds. 

The Forum day will provide great conversations through panel sessions with technical specialists and farmers putting the tech into practice!  Plus updates around products and practices and how they fit into your operations with a systems focus.  This is your opportunity to ask the questions of your fellow growers and agronomists and network with your industry!

The day will end with a complimentary sundowner.

Wednesday 30 July (Day 2): Machinery Expo and Farm Tours 

During the machinery expo and farm visits, you will have the opportunity to talk directly to growers about their farming systems and their experience with weed control tools.

The farm tour will provide an opportunity to see a couple of Mid West Farms@Scale and a chance to hear approaches to implementing diversity in weed management and dealing with the challenges.   The Machinery Expo allows local growers to speak about their experiences with the latest in spray machinery, sensor technology, and mechanical weed control tools. Technical and product experts will also be available for audience questions.

A BBQ will round off the day after the expo.

Return bus transportation from Geraldton to the farms and machinery expo can be included in the ticket options to reserve you spot on the bus.

PRELIMINARY PROGRAM:

REGISTRATIONS

Registration will include entry to the Day 1 Forum at Queens Park Theatre, Geraldton, and Day 2 farm visits and machinery expo, full catering for both days, and return bus transportation from Geraldton to the field day sites. All tickets are GST inclusive.

Early bird tickets will be available until June 15.

General Admission - $295 (Early Bird Pricing) Full Price: $335 per person for 2 days of engaging conversations!

Student - $175 (Early Bird Pricing) Full Price: $190 per person.  

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