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  • EOI - FMS Auditor For WA
  • NGIWA NextGen Richgro Tour
  • Production Nurseries To Benefit From New Best Practice Portal
  • Member Spotlight - Guildford Town Garden Centre
  • NGIWA Office Closure Over Christmas and New 2017 Hours
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CEO News - New Year Wishes
With Christmas and the holidays only a few days away I am sure many of you are working out rosters of staff and watering duties or bracing yourselves for the final rush of customers in search of that gift.
 
Whatever your circumstance are, can I encourage you to afford yourself to take a break and spend some time outside your business so that you can recharge your batteries. I know from my own experience we become so entrenched in our day to day work we actually forget about ourselves and those closest to us and when we do stop we have to spend a few days reconnecting and catching up with where our family life has got to. Looking after yourselves is an important part of your business succeeding.
 
As the year ends, I feel NGIWA has made some notable progress and hope you can see and hear that the Board and myself are determined to drive a new renewed enthusiasm back into this industry as well as connecting with members at a higher level.  
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EOI - FMS Auditor For WA
The Nursery and Garden Industry of Western Australia seeks expressions of interest from a suitably qualified person to carry out yearly audits of its members who are accredited through the national Farm Management System.

Applicants should have a tertiary qualification relevant to horticulture, agriculture or environmental management, a suitable auditing qualification (e.g. Lead Auditor) and have had at least two years work experience in a technical, professional or supervisory position involving accountability and the exercise of judgment in horticulture/agriculture production. 

Key areas of experience and knowledge must include crop hygiene, crop diagnostics, biosecurity and environmental management systems.

The position is not full time but is appointed as a contract role with NGIA and is under the direction of the NGIWA CEO.

For further information regarding the position and to download the application form click here.

Applicants requiring further information can contact Matthew Lunn at matthew@ngiwa.com.au.
NGIWA NextGen Richgro Tour
 

Last month, our NGIWA Nextgen group (aged 18-35) were provided with an amazing opportunity to have an inside look at Richgro’s Bioenergy plant located at their Jandakot site. A first in the southern hemisphere, Richgro’s $8 million enclosed Anaerobic Digestion Plant is turning tonnes of waste from many commercial companies (that would otherwise go to landfill) into clean energy and power that can be exported back to the grid.

The tour was led by Tim Richards of Richgro, who explained in great detail all the different processes involved in creating up to 2MWE of electricity via their anaerobic digestion plant. Tim made mention of similar anaerobic digestion plants already operating in Germany and the U.S, which really brought home how far ahead other countries are in producing renewable energy. Everyone agreed, it was a very interesting and informative tour which gave them great insight into the ‘green’ alternatives available for creating power well into the future.

A big thanks to the Richgro team for hosting the tour, and our industry sponsor Water Corporation for sponsoring the event. 

Production Nurseries To Benefit From New Best Practice Portal

A one-stop shop to help Australia’s nursery businesses meet industry best practice standards has been launched, providing online resources and access to e-learning opportunities.

The Nursery Production Farm Management System website (nurseryproductionfms.com.au) includes information about the Nursery Industry Accreditation Scheme Australia (NIASA), environmental certification EcoHort, and on-farm biosecurity program BioSecure HACCP.

Nursery & Garden Industry Australia (NGIA) Chief Executive Peter Vaughan says the portal makes it easier than ever for production nurseries to implement the programs, which can provide huge flow-on benefits to businesses and their bottom lines. “We’re excited to unveil a new online, technical hub for businesses in the nursery industry. It’s easy to use and will help growers find up to date information on best management practice, biosecurity, and environmental and natural resource management,” Mr Vaughan said. “Some of the topics covered by the portal include irrigation, growing media, pests and diseases, weeds, pesticides, energy use and cropping system design and development. Building on existing skills and learning new practices is vital for any business in the current environment. Having video and written resources readily available provides an opportunity for growers to refresh skills and remain current.”

Mr Vaughan said production nurseries are already seeing great results from adopting the Nursery Production FMS programs. “For example, one Queensland-based production nursery has saved around $350,000 per year by implementing BioSecure HACCP, which has helped them better manage their pest, disease and weed risks,” Mr Vaughan said. “Access to the portal will help all growers improve their cropping systems, adopt new technology and techniques and implement change at a business level. Growers can also access news and events, which we hope builds even greater engagement and collaboration in our vibrant industry.”
Member Spotlight - Guildford Town Garden Centre 

Situated in the heart of bustling Guildford town is the award-winning Guildford Town Garden Centre and long standing member of NGIWA.
 
Previously a local garage, this site has been transformed over the last 20 years under the supreme guidance of owner Joanne Harris into one of WA’s best garden centres and today provides visitors with more than just an array of plants to select from but a real experience with a wide selection of beautiful gifts and outdoor furniture and artwork.
 
If plants are what you are looking for, Guildford Town Garden Centre has it all; from exotics, cottage perennials, succulents, natives, annuals to one of the best selections of fruit and ornamental trees in Perth. In fact, customers travel from far and wide to make their purchases as the plant variety is so varied.  [Read more...]

NGIWA Office Closure Over Christmas And New 2017 Hours
We will be closed from Saturday 24th December and re-opening on Monday 9th January.

From January, the NGIWA office will be open for three days per week - Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Matthew Lunn will be contactable outside these hours by calling 0410 714207.

We wish you, your staff and loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.
Advertise in NGIWA eNews!
NGIWA eNews is one of our key communications that hits all of our member's in-boxes each month.  At present our eNews database is around 250 and is growing rapidly.

Do you have an event you wish to promote, a training course you wish to 
advertise, a position you wish to fill, or a product you wish to sell?  All NGIWA members can use our eNews to do just that for FREE (up to five times per year).  Non-members will be charged a small fee.

We also have a great Facebook page and a new website being launched soon - perfect platforms where you can display your message!

For further details or to send in your advertisement, please contact Jane Cleary at reception@ngiwa.com.au.
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Upcoming NGIWA Workshops and Events
Dec 24 to Jan 8
NGIWA Office Closed

February 14
NGIWA Board Meeting


February TBA
NGIWA Family Sundowner & BBQ

Information to follow on website

February TBA
Retailer's Night

Information to follow on website

March 2
Growers Forum

Information to follow on website
March 21
12 Step Business Plan Workshop
FFTI Boardroom, East Vic Park

April 27-30
Perth Garden Festival

McCallum Park, Victoria Park


May 12
NGIWA Awards Night

Mount Lawley Golf Club

June 29
NGIWA Members' Breakfast

Caversham House, Swan Valley

August 3-4
NGIWA State Conference

Assured Ascot Quays



 
Head to our website for full details, bookings and sponsorship opportunities - simply click here
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