Video: Celebrating 30 years, past, present and future insights
What started as a small group of progressive farmers has grown into a respected, farmer‑driven, not‑for‑profit organisation with a team of 15 dedicated staff.
In this video, we explore the story of SFS — how it evolved from grassroots collaboration into a trusted source of research, knowledge and on‑farm innovation. You’ll hear about the key milestones and achievements along the way, and how practical research has shaped real farming decisions across seasons, systems and regions.
We also look back at the moments where SFS was ahead of its time — asking the hard questions early, trialling new approaches on‑farm, and backing growers with evidence long before it was mainstream.
Whether you’re a farmer looking to stay ahead, an advisor supporting grower decisions, or simply interested in how research and practice come together, this conversation offers valuable insights into what makes farmer‑led research so powerful.
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How SFS grew from farmers, for farmers
The role research has played in changing farming practices
Why early innovation matters in building resilient farm systems
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Learn more about SFS: https://sfs.org.au/
Join or support SFS: https://sfs.org.au/forms/membership
Video: Celebrating 30 years : Founding Reflections
Join Scott Chirnside, Col Hacking, Bruce Wilson and George Burdett as they reflect on the early days of Southern Farming Systems (SFS) and the motivations that brought it to life.
In this legacy video, our founders look back on what inspired growers in the high rainfall zones of South‑West Victoria to seek better answers for their farming systems—and to come together to form an independent, grower‑driven organisation focused on practical research and shared learning.
Thirty years on, SFS continues to deliver outcomes shaped by growers, for growers.
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Learn more about SFS: https://sfs.org.au/
Join or support SFS: https://sfs.org.au/forms/membership
Video: Boosting winter pasture growth with Gibberellic Acid
Boosting pastures with Gibberellic Acid during the winter feed gap.
This short video covers: Application guidelines, Grazing Management, combining Gibberellic Acid with Urea & Cost comparison.
📖Learn More: https://sfs.org.au/project/mla-innovative-mixed-farming-project
📚Access Resources: https://sfs.org.au/resource/mla-innovative-mixed-farming-project
👀Read Producer Case Studies: https://sfs.org.au/resource/innovative-mixed-farming-project-case-studies
