We’re excited to announce a major addition to the FutureAg 2025 program, with the introduction of the Grain Automate Seminar and Workshop - a half-day event developed specifically for growers looking to implement automation-ready systems on their farms.

This practical workshop is part of the Grain Automate initiative, which will be showcased within the new Grain Automate Alley, powered by SPAA and the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC).

What is Grain Automate?

Grain Automate is a five-year initiative by GRDC, designed to accelerate the uptake of machine automation, autonomy, and digital intelligence technologies by Australian grain growers. Running from 2023 to 2028, the $35 million program is supporting a portfolio of new Research, Development and Extension (RD&E) investments. These are helping to enhance existing GRDC efforts across precision agriculture, digital agronomy, and advanced data analytics. 

Making its debut at FutureAg is the new Grain Automate Alley, powered by SPAA and GRDC.

Introducing: Paving the way to Autonomy - Variable Rate Workshop Overview

Hosted by SPAA, this new breakout session is tailored for growers ready to explore variable rate technology, establish on-farm trials, and begin laying the groundwork for autonomous farming systems.

Workshop Agenda

Digital Success, Not Data Mess
9:30am - 10:00am:  Map your process to automation
10:00am - 10:45am: Setting up the digital farm and boundaries

Morning Tea Break
10:45am - 11:45am

Field to Figures - On-Farm Experimentation
11:45am - 12:15pm - Designing and analysing on-farm trials

Better than Blanket – Variable Rate Technology (VRT)
12:15pm - 12:30pm - Using field data to improve profitability: what data layers and case studies
12:30pm - 12:50pm - How to use software to zone, create prescriptions, and analyse trial

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is designed for grain growers who are:

• Looking to implement variable rate technology
• Interested in setting up on-farm trials
• Preparing their properties for future automation

What You’ll Gain

Attendees will walk away with:

• Practical tips to get started with variable rate and automation-ready systems

• A deeper understanding of how to generate value from field data

• Insights into setting up trials and using precision ag software effectively

Facilitator

Christian Capp, Director of GRoh Ag

Based in Goondiwindi, QLD, Christian brings 20 years of industry experience and leads a precision ag consultancy helping growers optimise their operations through better use of data and technology. With degrees in business and agriculture, Christian offers a well-rounded perspective on the shift toward digital farming.

Stay Tuned

Registrations for the table Paving the way to Autonomy - Variable Rate Workshop Overviewp will open soon. Keep an eye on the FutureAg website, emails and social media for updates and booking information. To RSVP in advance please fill in the form below.

To find out more about FutureAg visit https://futureagexpo.com.au/