Managing water efficiently is becoming one of the most critical challenge for growers in the South West. As we adapt to a drying climate, securing water quality, and maximising every drop is essential for long-term orchard viability.

Join us at Hearman Ag for a practical, on-ground look at how cutting edge technology can pair with smart infrastructure to drive massive efficiency gains. We will explore how they integrate real-time soil moisture data with solar-powered pumping to reduce water use by an impressive 30% per kilo of fruit.

This event is specifically aimed at South West orchardists and growers looking for actionable insights, honest discussions about tech adoption, and practical strategies to improve farm resilience.

What we'll cover:

• 30% water savings: how Hearman Ag pairs real time soil moisture monitoring with solar-powered pumping to optimise water delivery.

• AI-driven tech tour: a guided walk through the orchard to observe the automated, responsive irrigation system running in real time

• Infrastructure realities: An open discussion on the practicalities, costs, and management of gravity-fed irrigation systems and renewable energy integration.

• and more!

This event includes lunch, please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. Registration is free but essential.

This event is part of FEaST2030, supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program and delivered by South West NRM.