CFIG_GRDC Seeder Setup Workshop: Maximising Seeding Success
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GRDC Seeder Setup Workshop: Maximising Seeding SuccessEffective crop establishment is essential for achieving yield potential and making the most of every seeding pass. This interactive GRDC workshop, hosted by Corrigin Farm Improvement Group (CFIG), brings together local agronomists and independent machinery specialists to help you optimise your seeding system for your soil, climate and operational needs.
Designed for growers and industry professionals, the workshop combines technical guidance with hands-on demonstrations using locally sourced machinery. Participants will rotate through practical stations and gain actionable skills they can apply immediately in their own programs.
Workshop topics include:
Local soil, climate and moisture considerations at seeding
Air cart calibration and full-width distribution testing
Depth control, press wheels and seed placement principles
Liquid system setup, fault-finding and leak detection
Seeder bar fundamentals, maintenance and wear points
Safety considerations for seeding operations and mobile plant
You’ll have the opportunity to compare different machinery types, ask region-specific questions, and learn directly from experts who work across the full range of modern seeding systems.
Who should attend:
Broadacre growers, farm managers, operators, and advisers seeking to refine seeding performance, improve establishment consistency, and reduce risk.
Join us:
This workshop delivers practical knowledge you can use straight away to set up for a more confident and productive seeding season.
Date
Wednesday 25 February 2026 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM (UTC+08)Location
Luke Hickeys Farm
765 Nornakin East Road, 32°15'3.18"S 117°58'52.29"E, Bilbarin Western Australia 6375