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RGTAG UPDATE
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03/02/2025 14:00 PM Ruminant Genetics Trade Advisory Group (RGTAG) Update RGTAG supported by NHIA, is your industry voice for ruminant genetic trade. RGTAG has a dedicated committee of business owners, employees, and vets working alongside the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF) to open and improve global genetic trade markets. Why is RGTAG important to industry? RGTAG has a sitting committee of devoted volunteers from various areas of genetics in the industry. RGTAG...
IDW Member Forum Speed Thinking
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30/01/2025 17:00 PM Fast-Paced Insights in 6 Minutes - Speed Thinking At NHIA's IDW 2025 Member forum, we tackled a key question: What opportunities should the industry focus on in the near future? Using Dr. Ken Hudson’s Speed Thinking approach, 9 ideas in 2 minutes — attendees quickly brainstormed, then refined their ideas: 2 minutes to come up with 9 ideas on your own 2 minutes to enhance ideas with a partner 2 minutes to prioritise as a table And in...
Strengthen Your Expertise with NHIA’s Semen & Embryo Handlers Accreditation Program
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30/01/2025 14:00 PM Strengthen Your Expertise with NHIA’s Semen & Embryo Handlers Accreditation Program Next Program to be held at Agri-Gene, Wangaratta VIC Take the next step in professional excellence with NHIA’s Semen & Embryo Handlers Accreditation Program and Code of Practice. This program sets industry standards, ensuring best practices in semen and embryo handling from production to final use. Why Enrol?✔ Gain expert skills in semen and embryo handling✔ Enhance safety kno...
Georgia McMaster the 2025 NHIA Young Achiever
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29/01/2025 09:00 AM The National Herd Improvement Association of Australia (NHIA) is proud to announce Georgia McMaster as the recipient of the 2025 NHIA Young Achiever Award. This marks a significant milestone as Georgia becomes the first awardee working beyond the dairy and beef sectors, showcasing NHIA’s focus in the ruminant space through its support to the Ruminant Genetics Trade Advisory Group (RGTAG). Georgia was nominated by her employer, Greg McCann of Central West Genetics...
Paul Quinlan Honoured with NHIA’s Significant Contribution Award 2025
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29/01/2025 09:00 AM The National Herd Improvement Association of Australia (NHIA) is proud to announce that Paul Quinlan has been awarded the Significant Contribution Award, recognising his outstanding and transformative contributions to the herd improvement industry. Paul’s dedication to advancing the Australian dairy sector spans decades and encompasses a broad range of achievements that have shaped the industry. From pioneering innovations to mentoring the next generation of leaders, his...
Important Update for the Genetics Trade Sector
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14/01/2025 14:20 PM Important Update for the Genetics Trade Sector Please be aware of the recent foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany. Any imported goods, including germplasm, from November 14th onward are under review. Stay informed and read the official article from the DAFF website for details:🔗 DAFF Article on FMD Outbreak #GeneticsTrade #Biosecurity #TeamAustralia #RGTAG #NHIA
Registrations are now open for Herd '25
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21/11/2024 11:00 AM Registrations are now open for Herd '25 Early bird registrations are available until January 2025. Register now: Herd'25 Tickets, All Seasons Resort Hotel, Strathdale | TryBooking Australia Proudly brought to you by Dairy Australia, NHIA (National Herd Improvement Association of Australia Inc), DataGene and Holstein Australia Accommodation: Register for the event first, then contact Deanne [email protected] should you require accommodation at the recommended venue’s....
Registration Open for NHIA IDW 2025 Members Forum
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21/11/2024 11:00 AM We are thrilled to invite members to the NHIA IDW 2025 Members Forum, an essential event for collaboration and industry updates. Details of the Event: Date: Tuesday 21st January Time: Starting with a BBQ lunch at 12:30pm, followed by the Members Forum Location: Tatura Lawn Tennis Club - 31 Albert Street Tatura 3616 This is a fantastic opportunity to network with industry peers, learn, and share industry insights while staying...
RGTAG Update
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30/09/2024 13:00 PM NHIA is proud to support the Ruminant Genetics Trade Advisory Group (RGTAG) in their ongoing collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF) to expand international market access for Australian ruminant genetics. At a recent meeting, RGTAG—made up of key industry organisations —worked with DAFF to renegotiate important trade protocols, helping to unlock new opportunities for Australian breeders, producers, and...