Program
The full scientific program can be downloaded here or viewed below:
ABC2025 Scientific Program 192.04 KB
Program overview
| Monday 21st July 2025 6pm - 10pm | Welcome mixer including dinner and drinks at Barangaroo Winery. Buses provided from Horsham to and from the venue. |
| Tuesday 22nd July 2025 8:30am - 5:30pm | Conference at the Grains Innovation Park highlighting a range of speakers and topics. Lunch, morning and afternoon tea provided. |
| Tuesday 22nd July 2025 7pm - 10:30pm | Conference dinner at the Horsham Town Hall (The heritage hall) |
| Wednesday 23rd July 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm | Conference continues at the Grains Innovation Park. Morning tea and lunch included. |
| Wednesday 23rd July 2025 1:30pm - 4pm | Grains Innovation Park site tour including the Australian Genebank Field site visit (Kalkee) - weather dependent, self-drive |
Scientific Program
Plenary speakers:
Dr Kenton Porker:
Dr. Kenton Porker is a Farming Systems Research Agronomist at CSIRO, an enthusiastic newcomer to the world of canola drawn to its versatility and upside it offers through agronomic management. Kenton leads research aimed at enhancing crop yields across Australia's low to high rainfall zones. His work focuses on integrating genetics, management and environmental factors to increase productivity. Prior to joining CSIRO, he led a field agronomy team at SARDI and served as the Research Director for FAR Australia.
Sarah Clarry (Australian Oilseeds Federation):
Sarah will provide an overview of the current climate that the Australian canola industry is working within. This will include current trade considerations and implications, as well as future challenges and goals.
Grains Innovation Park, Horsham - Home of Agriculture Victoria and the Australian Genebank
Barangaroo Winery
The Heritage Hall, Town Hall Horsham
