2026 Dried Grape Annual Grower Forum
When: 4pm 19 November 2026 (directly after DFA AGM)
Where: Vanden Estate, 38 Dewry Avenue, Irymple
The Annual Grower Forum will be a chance to hear from guest speakers, and will be followed by dinner and drinks.
Registrations essential for catering purposes. Fill out the form below to register.
Your presenters:
- Dried Fruits Australia CEO, Justin Lane
Welcome and 2026 industry overview - Janine McLean, Agri Plus Financial Group
Business & retirement planning essentials - Ivan Shaw
Spotlight on Best Practice Guide to set season for success - Stephen Chaffey, GrapeInvest developer
Using industry resource to make on-farm decisions and savings - Mildura Police & Mazza Security
Talking practical farm security - Danny Thornton, Agreva
Crop disease non-synthetic options - Tyson Milne, Murray–Darling Basin Authority
River operations overview - Fari Arshadi, Fruit Fly Murray Valley project
The latest Queensland fruit fly update and advice
