Session participants had an opportunity to see the Sandford cotton crop up close.
‘All things cotton’ was the theme of the day when Murray Irrigation hosted a learning and networking session in partnership with the Sandfords at Warragoon in February.
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The session attracted 27 farmers from across the Murray Irrigation footprint.
This half-day event was the latest in the company’s Irrigation Innovation Farm Tour series, which aims to create a space where growers can come together to exchange ideas, discuss challenges and share their farming experiences.
The participants got to hear from farmer Greg Sandford of Kyagre Farms, who spoke about his journey into cotton production.
Murray Irrigation customer engagement team members Lauren Noonan and Alli Haynes.
CottonInfo Southern NSW regional extension officer Kieran O’Keeffe was also on hand to highlight some of the key factors that new and intending growers should consider when making the transition to cotton.
The group then headed out for a walk through Mr Sandford’s cotton crop, led by consulting agronomist James Kanaley from Kanaley Ag Consultants.
“There was plenty of engagement and questions over the course of the visit, with the discussion ranging from field layout, soil health and farm-practices to market information and how farmers interested in cotton production can get involved,” a Murray Irrigation spokesperson said.
“It was a fantastic sharing journey for all - thanks to everyone who came along.
“A huge thanks also to farm host Greg Sandford, and to Kieran and James for lending their industry expertise to the day.”
Farmer Greg Sandford presenting to participants during the recent cotton farm tour.
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