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AgriTalks – Real Conversations, Real Knowledge

Step inside the ideas zone. AgriTalks is where industry leaders, innovators, and hands-on experts share insights that matter — covering everything from sustainability and tech, to business strategy and future trends. Whether you’re running a farm, a regional business, or just hungry to learn, these talks will leave you inspired and informed.

SPECIAL FEATURE: Serenity Dogs – Hear how Jess trains dogs to sniff out weeds and most importantly, be sorted for summer with snake awareness training. It’s a must for anyone with a dog!

AgriTalks Stage

10.00am

Serenity Scent Work

Serenity Scent Work & Snake Avoidance Training

The Serenity Scent Work Snake Avoidance Program is a must attend for all dog owners.
It offers a modern, ethical alternative to traditional snake avoidance training using shock collars. Talk to Jess at the fair to find out how this self-paced online course helps dogs learn to recognise and avoid snake scent using clear, reward-based training—no fear or punishment involved. It includes individual coaching, video support, and a snake scent kit for safe home practice. Designed to give you confidence and your dog the tools to make safe choices, it’s suitable for dogs in both rural and suburban areas throughout the Southern Highlands and Tablelands.

10.30am

NSW Police Force

Rural Crime Prevention Team – NSW Police Force

11.00am

CutAbove Tools

Pruning Tool Maintenance

Learn how to clean and sharpen your pruning tools without taking them apart. This practical talk will demonstrate how to clean, sharpen and lubricate your tools, quickly and effectively.

11.30am

Natural Resources Access Regulator

Water Regulation – Understanding Your Obligations on Farm

Overview of water regulation
Basic landholder rights
Harvestable rights
Controlled activities (working on waterfront land)
NSW coastal water metering reform

12.00pm

Regen Action

Why Choose Regenerative Farming – By Jeff From Tractorless Regenerative Agriculture

What is regenerative farming, why we made the decision to change to regenerative practices and our journey in the regenerative farming space.

12.30pm

Serenity Scent Work

Serenity Scent Work & Snake Avoidance Training

1.00pm

Highlands Solar

Powering your Farming and Agriculture Activities with Solar and Batteries.

Join Highlands Solar for an insightful talk on “Powering Your Farming and Agriculture Activities with Solar and Batteries.” Discover how solar energy—through both grid-connected and off-grid systems—can transform the way you manage energy on your property. Backed by industry expertise since 2009 and supported by our extensive network of trusted regional installers, we’ll showcase practical, cost-effective solutions tailored for the unique energy demands of rural and agricultural operations. Whether you’re looking to reduce reliance on the grid, improve energy resilience, or cut long-term costs, this session will show you why solar and battery systems are the smart investment for the future of farming.