AgriWomen Connect: food, fibre and farming conference

Join Riverina Local Land Services and Women Together Learning to celebrate the leadership, innovation, and creativity of women in agriculture.

Event details:

Join us during NSW Women’s Week for two inspiring days that celebrate the leadership, innovation, and creativity of women in agriculture, food, and fashion. This conference is designed to connect communities with the origins of what we eat and wear, showcase the incredible contributions of women across diverse industries, and provide practical skills to strengthen farm businesses.

What's on:

Day 1 – Thursday, 5 March 2026

1.30 pm - 2.30 pm: Southern Cotton Gin tour
Step inside one of the Riverina’s most advanced cotton ginning facilities and see how raw cotton becomes the fibre we use every day.

3.00 pm- 6.00 pm: Panel discussion and farm to fashion show
Hear from three dynamic women shaping agriculture:

• Kate O’Callaghan – General Manager, Southern Cotton and Whitton Malt House

• Jenna Bell – Cotton Grower and Grower Services Manager

• Daisy Toscan – Operations Manager, Cavaso Farming

The discussion will explore innovation, sustainability, and leadership in the food and fibre industries. Then, enjoy the Farm to Fashion Show, showcasing garments crafted from farming fibres.

6.30 pm - 9.00 pm: Paddock to plate dinner
A three-course dining experience featuring locally sourced produce. Guest speaker Isabella Thrupp, 2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award Runner-Up, will share her inspiring journey from Kimberley cattle stations to fashion entrepreneurship.

Day 2 – Friday, 6 March 2026

7.00 am - 7.45 am: Yoga with Em Armstrong (Saltbush Stretch)
Start the day with a gentle yoga flow designed for rural women, blending movement and mindfulness to leave you feeling refreshed.

9.00 am - 3.15 pm: AgriBusiness workshop with Carmen Quade (AgriFocused)
A full-day, interactive workshop covering practical topics to strengthen your farm business:
Learn time management strategies to reclaim hours, discover how to present your business professionally, and gain tips for mastering email communication to reduce inbox overload and improve productivity.

Why Attend?

• Connect and learn from inspiring women in agriculture.

• Learn practical skills to grow and manage your farm business.

• Celebrate local food, fibre, and innovation.

• Enjoy networking opportunities in a stunning Riverina setting.
  

Additional details:

• Morning tea, lunch, and dinner are provided.

• Accommodation is available for conference attendees and must be booked directly through Whitton Malt House at least two weeks prior to the event.

  Contact Whitton Malt House to secure your stay:

  📞 Phone: (02) 6955 2592

  📧 Email: admin@whittonmalthouse.com.au

  🌐 Website: whittonmalthouse.com.au

Contact: Jade Auldist, Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator on 0473055466 or via email at:jade.auldist@lls.nsw.gov.au

This project is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program and delivered by Riverina Local Land Services, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel.

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