Chairman's Welcome

Welcome to the 2011 Riverland Field Days This year the committee has worked
hard to bring many new initiatives and make improvements so that your time at the Riverland Field Days is enjoyable and productive.

While essentially a Horticultural and Agricultural event, there is plenty for all members of the community to see and do. A wide range of exhibitors will be on site displaying the latest products and information to suit all tastes.

After its introduction last year the Taste of the Riverland Food and Wine village promises to be better than last year.

For the Dryland farmers there is a dedicated Grain Lane with all your agricultural needs. The Irrigation Avenue will have speakers highlighting new products in Irrigation. There will be a Tech Hub where you can catch up with all the latest in phones, computers and the internet.

To take your mind off things business there is the Vintage Machinery display, Cooking demonstrations and don’t forget to see the latest in fashion at the AG Art Wear Parades in the Sound Shell.

I feel this event has a very real place in the field of primary production. There is a great mutual benefit to be gained by primary producers and exhibitors. At events such as these growers can see and assess the need and value of the latest equipment and services available as it relates to their operation.

The committee extends a warm welcome to visitors and locals and hope you have an interesting and informative time.

Anthony Fulwood

Welcome by Tim Whetstone, Member for Chaffey

It’s that time of the year again when almost half the Riverland heads for Barmera to experience one the region’s major annual vents, the Riverland Field Days.

Some 16,000 people are expected to visit the field days, which attracts up to 500 exhibitors from all over Australia. It’s a day out for families, farmers, school students – there’s something for everyone.

The event continues to grow, and this success is due to the dedication of the Riverland Field Day Committee and the tireless efforts of more than 150 volunteers.

The permanent site at Barmera also continues to grow, offering the Riverland community a firstclass facility for a range of purposes.

One thing I always look forward to is the iconic Inventions and Innovation Awards. It’s a signature feature of the field days. Necessity is often the mother of invention, and it’s something our farmers are well known for.

Don’t forget to come and visit my exhibit if you’d like to learn more about what’s going on in the State Parliament and around the electorate of Chaffey. I hope to see you there.

You’re also welcome to contact the Chaffey Electorate Office at 13 Kay Ave, Berri on 8582 4230 or email chaffey@parliament.sa.gov.au.