The Dairysafe team has been out and about in recent months, connecting with dairy farmers, processors and industry stakeholders at key events across South Australia.
These events provide valuable opportunities to share food safety resources, discuss industry challenges and learn from the experiences of those working throughout the dairy supply chain.
DairySA Central Conference: smart farming
On 6 May 2026, Dairysafe attended the DairySA Central Conference at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre in Hahndorf.
The conference theme, Smart Farming, Strong Futures, attracted strong interest from dairy producers and industry professionals. The program covered a range of topics, including virtual fencing technology, effluent management, succession planning and the factors that contribute to successful family farm transitions.
The event generated plenty of discussion, with attendees actively engaging in presentations and asking thoughtful questions throughout the day. At the Dairysafe booth, we shared food safety resources and enjoyed valuable conversations with dairy farmers and industry members about current opportunities and challenges facing the sector.
It was a productive day of learning, networking and strengthening industry connections. We thank DairySA for delivering another successful and informative conference.
DairySA Innovation Day: water in focus
Dairysafe also attended DairySA’s Innovation Day in Mount Gambier on 9 June, which carried the theme Smart Dairying – Leading the Way.
The event brought together farmers, researchers and industry stakeholders to explore practical strategies for improving productivity, sustainability and resilience in a changing operating environment. Key topics included pasture productivity, irrigation efficiency, water management and building resilient farm systems.
Sessions focused on irrigation performance and feed systems attracted strong interest, reflecting the ongoing importance of water security across the region. Future-focused technologies, including virtual fencing and advances in soil science, also generated considerable discussion.
One of the highlights was a presentation by Dr Melissa Fraser, who used relatable ‘kitchen chemistry’ examples alongside soil health testing results from two local dairies to demonstrate practical approaches to improving soil health and productivity.
Water remained a key theme throughout the day and into the evening program, where international speakers shared insights into how dairy regions around the world are adapting to increasingly water-constrained environments and the risks associated with poorly managed water resources.
At the Dairysafe table, we had valuable discussions with farmers and service providers about on-farm food safety, milk quality and the systems that support safe and reliable dairy production. It was encouraging to see strong engagement and a continued commitment to maintaining high standards across the industry.
Overall, the event provided an excellent opportunity to connect with dairy businesses, exchange ideas and explore practical solutions that will help strengthen the industry’s future.
