What has irrigated agriculture/horticulture ever done for us (and what is its role into the future)?
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Stream 1
| Monday, September 2, 2024 |
| 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Pyrmont Theatre |
Overview
Facilitated by Seftons, this panel explores the impact of irrigation on agriculture, its future role, and advocating balanced policies.
Details
Panel session facilitated by Seftons
“What has irrigated agriculture/horticulture ever done for us (and what is its role into the future)?”
Australians live in a dry environment and climate change will continue to place pressure on water availability. In Australia and many other developed countries, the reputation of irrigation practices has taken many hits, despite its essential role in food and fibre production. So what can be done to promote a balanced and rational policy approach into the future and how is the irrigation industry participating?
Speaker
Ann-Marie Gardiner
Committee Member
Dairy Farmers Victoria
Panellist
Mr Andrew Kneebone
Chief Executive Officer
Tasmanian Irrigation
Panellist
Mr Michael Pisasale
Water Policy & Strategy Manager
Murray Irrigation Limited
Panellist
Robbie Sefton
Seftons
Panellist
Ms Vanessa Winning
Chief Executive Officer
Irrigation New Zealand
Panellist
Host
Shaun Devitt
Seftons
