Fencing for Exclusion Workshop
Join Westonfence, in partnership with McGregor Gourlay Croppa Creek, for a practical, on-farm workshop focused on exclusion fencing solutions and electric fencing principles. This session is designed for producers wanting a clear understanding of how Westonfence systems work, why they’re used, and how to build them correctly in real-world conditions.What you’ll learn
- Introduction to Westonfence
- Who Westonfence are, what they do, and why
- Why Westonfence for your fencing solution (end-user perspective)
- Westonfence and electric fencing principles
- How to build a Westonfence
Event details
Date: Thursday 12 March 2026Time: 8:00am – 10:30am
Breakfast served from 7:45am
Location:
Buckie Station
611 Buckie Rd (at the silos), Croppa Creek NSW 2411
Look for the Westonfence flags and signage on site
RSVP
Please RSVP by Wednesday 11 March 2026
sales@westonfence.com.au
Sam Abbey – 0447 884 380
Anthony Fitzgerald – 0448 450 821
McGregor Gourlay Croppa Creek:
02 6759 7000
Ebor Producer Night
McGregor Gourlay Dorrigo
McGregor Gourlay Dorrigo has teamed up with Zoetis and RumenWorks for aninformal meet and greet evening, focused on discussing respiratory and worm burden
challenges at weaning, and how to support overall livestock performance.
Date: 6.00pm for a 6.30pm start Venue: Ebor Falls Hotel/Motel
RSVP by Friday, 13 February 2026 (for catering purposes)
- Rohan Ridley – 0427 057 442
- Peter Barratt – 0448 155 749
- Claire Ogilvie – 0427 043 700
dorrigo@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Proudly sponsored by Zoetis and RumenWorks
Grafton Autumn Planning Field Day
Autumn Planning – Animal Health & Cropping
Are you prepared?Join McGregor Gourlay Grafton for our 2026 Autumn Planning Field Day, bringing
together leading industry experts to help you plan with confidence ahead of the season.
This practical session will cover key considerations across animal health and
cropping, with insights you can apply straight away on farm.
Date: Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Time: 4.30pm for a 5.00pm start
Venue: McGregor Gourlay Grafton38 Mulgi Drive, South Grafton
Guest presenters
- Virbac – Craig Hosking
- Zoetis – Luke Wiggan & Julia Harkin
- Valley Seeds – Phil Williams
- FecPack – Peter Barratt
Proudly sponsored by Zoetis and RumenWorks
Grafton Branch: 02 6644 2800
grafton@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Proudly sponsored by Zoetis, Valley Seeds, Virbac Animal Health and FecPack.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Murwillumbah Autumn Planning Field Day
Autumn Planning – Animal Health & Cropping
Are you prepared?Join McGregor Gourlay Murwillumbah for our 2026 Autumn Planning Field Day,
Hear from leading industry experts and gain practical, seasonal insights to help you plan with confidence.
Date: Thursday, 19 March 2026
Time: 9.30am for a 10.00am start
Venue: Condong Bowls Club1 McLeod Street, Murwillumbah NSW
Guest presenters
- Virbac – Craig Hosking
- Zoetis – Luke Wiggan & Julia Harkin
- Seed – Denham Thompson
Murwillumbah Branch: 02 6671 3900
murwillumbah@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Morning tea will be provided.
Proudly sponsored by Zoetis and Virbac Animal Health.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Dorrigo Autumn Planning Workshop
Autumn Planning – Animal Health & Cropping
Are you prepared?Join McGregor Gourlay Dorrigo for our 2026 Autumn Planning Workshop, featuring
presentations from leading industry experts to help you plan with confidence ahead of
the season.
Date: Thursday, 19 March 2026
Time: 11.00am for an 11.30am start
Venue: Heritage Hotel19 Cudgery Street, Dorrigo
Guest presenters
- Virbac – Matt Falconer
- Valley Seeds – Phil Williams
- FecPack – Peter Barratt
Dorrigo Branch: 02 6657 2389
dorrigo@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Lunch will be provided.
Proudly sponsored by Valley Seeds, Virbac and FecPack.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Summer Cropping & Fertiliser Day
WHEN:
Thursday 11th September 2025 | 10AM – 12.30PM
VENUE:
Oakey RSL (Flanders Room), 76 Campbell Street, Oakey QLD
INCLUSIONS:
Drinks & lunch provided
Please join McGregor Gourlay Toowoomba, Orica, and Pacific Seeds at our Summer Cropping & Fertiliser Day to learn the latest insights to maximise your summer production.
Highlights include:
- Orica – Anhydrous Ammonia
How is it going on the Downs? How can it enhance your farming operation?
Presentation by Angus Hammond, Ammonia Operations
- Fertiliser
What’s driving the market? Why the sudden price jumps? What does supply look like moving forward?
Presentation by Josh McGregor, McGregor Gourlay
- Summer Cropping
What’s new with Pacific Seeds? Latest updates for summer cropping.
Presentation by Chris Gillham, Pacific Seeds
RSVP:
By Tuesday 9th September 2025
Contact: Grant Gossow – 0439 398 372
Email: gossowg@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Proudly sponsored by Orica Precision Ammonia & Pacific Seeds
Christmas in July – Grafton Branch
Get into the Christmas spirit with McGregor Gourlay’s Grafton team at our Christmas in July celebration.
WHEN:
Tuesday 8 July | 12PM – 6PM
VENUE:
38 Mulgi Drive, South Grafton
Join us for an afternoon of industry insights, supplier showcases, and community connection. With over 20 key supplier stalls, special deals, giveaways, and live product demonstrations, it’s a day not to be missed.
Highlights include:
- Supplier stalls and product showcases
- All-day BBQ and drinks
- Product info sessions and demonstrations
- Prize for the best Christmas shirt
Free to attend. No RSVP required, just turn up ready to connect and celebrate.
Clarence Valley Cane Season Launch 2025
The Clarence Valley Sugarcane Launch is all about providing practical support and insights to help growers succeed in the 2025 season.
WHEN:
Thursday, 29 May 2025
9:00am arrival for a 9:30am start
VENUE:
Warregah Harvesting Co-op Shed
Old Murrayville Road, Ashby NSW 2463
Lunch provided
Topics include:
- Profit improvement strategies
- Crop yield optimisation
- Enhanced drainage and soil conditioning
- No Odour 2,4-D overview
- Simplification of adjuvants
- Broadleaf control options
- Utrisha N – 3 years of trial learnings
- Chemical damage and crop sensitivity management
- Fertiliser pricing and market fluctuation update
- Bulk chemical mixers and metering tools
RSVP:
By Thursday, 22 May 2025
Contact:
Trudy Placke – 0439 172 456
Steve Leeson – 0448 116 804
Kate Marsh – 0407 499 160
Email: grafton@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Richmond Cane Season Launch 2025
The 2025 Richmond Sugarcane Launch is a must-attend for growers looking to optimise operations, stay informed on the latest products, and improve yield outcomes.
WHEN:
Wednesday, 28 May 2025
9:00am arrival for a 9:30am start
VENUE:
Broadwater Hall
23 Little Pitt Street, Broadwater NSW 2472
Lunch provided
What we’ll cover:
- How to increase profitability
- Maximising yield outcomes
- Drainage and soil improvements
- No Odour 2,4-D introduction
- Simplified adjuvants
- Effective broadleaf solutions
- Utrisha N – data from 3 years of trials
- Chemical damage and crop sensitivity
- Fertiliser market insights
- Bulk mixing and chemical metering
RSVP:
By Thursday, 22 May 2025
Contact:
Trudy Placke – 0439 172 456
Steve Leeson – 0448 116 804
Darren Watson – 0459 949 505
Email: alstonville@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Tweed Valley Cane Season Launch 2025
Join us at the 2025 Tweed Valley Sugarcane Season Launch. This event is focused on helping local growers fine-tune their operations for a more productive and profitable season.
WHEN:
Tuesday, 27 May 2025
9:00am arrival for a 9:30am start
VENUE:
Tweed Valley Harvesting Shed
116 Tweed Valley Way, South Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Key topics include:
- Increasing your bottom line
- Lifting crop yield potential
- Improving drainage systems
- Exploring soil conditioning options
- Introduction of No Odour 2,4-D
- Simplifying adjuvants (wetters/spreaders)
- Ultimate broadleaf control
- Utrisha N update – 3 years of trial data
- Chemical damage on cane and variety sensitivity
- Fertiliser pricing and market fluctuations
- Bulk chemical mixers and metering devices
RSVP:
By Thursday, 22 May 2025
Contact:
Trudy Placke – 0439 172 456
James Odgen-Brown – 0477 073 841
Tammy Ayres – 0456 611 556
Email: murwillumbah@mcgregorgourlay.com.au
Rocky Point Cane Season Launch 2025
You’re invited to join the 2025 Rocky Point Cane Season Launch. This session is built to support growers with insights, tools, and strategies to optimise operations and stay ahead this season.
WHEN:
Monday, 26 May 2025
10:30am arrival for an 11:00am start
VENUE:
Woongoolba Hall
1226 Staplyton Jacobs Well Road, Woongoolba QLD 4207
Lunch provided
Key topics include:
- Increasing on-farm profitability
- Enhancing crop yield potential
- Improving drainage and field performance
- Soil conditioning options
- Introduction of No Odour 2,4-D
- Simplifying wetters/spreaders (adjuvants)
- Effective broadleaf weed control
- Utrisha N – 3 years of trial data
- Chemical damage awareness and variety sensitivity
- Fertiliser pricing and market trends
- Bulk chemical mixers and metering solutions
RSVP:
By Thursday, 22 May 2025
Contact:
Trudy Placke – 0439 172 456
James Odgen-Brown – 0477 073 841
Tammy Ayres – 0456 611 556
Email: murwillumbah@mcgregorgourlay.com.au