Events, Entertainment & Attractions
We are about providing the best possible experience while you visit Primex Field Days with a massive program that the entire family can enjoy.
Major attractions, events, live entertainment, special presentations, machinery demonstrations, industry and networking functions, family rides, interative workshops and features all offer amazing value and outstanding day out with the family.
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Norco Farmer Wellbeing Luncheon
Host and Humans of Agriculture podcaster, Oli Le Lierve, will interview our guest, Warren Davies, The Unbreakable Farmer. Warren is a farmer, husband, father of five, son, brother, mate, neighbour, and everyday bloke, and one of Australia’s leading rural mental health speakers and advocates. Warren will share the poignant story of his battles with mental health, of hitting rock bottom, and the lessons he learned as he picked himself up and pieced his life together again. His story is one of resilience, persistence, and determination - so very important at a time when stress, depression, and burnout are commonplace. A small ticket fee will be charged, and proceeds will be donated to charity.
Thursday 16 May, 12pm - 1.30pm (doors open at 11.30am)
Pavilion 2 - Event Centre
$15 per person including catered sit-down lunch and non-alcoholic beverages.
Your ticket to this event includes your entry into Norco Primex 2024, on Thursday 16 May 2023 only.
National Centre for Farmer Health - FREE Health & Lifestyle Assessments
We are offering free Health & Lifestyle Assessments to all field day patrons. A Health & Lifestyle Assessment is a comprehensive 20-minute health assessment conducted by trained agrihealth professionals. It includes a lifestyle survey covering health behaviours, farm practices, and social and emotional wellbeing. The assessment also includes cholesterol, blood glucose, and blood pressure readings along with diabetes risk, height, weight, waist measurement and eyesight testing. The Health and Lifestyle Assessment provides farmers and agricultural workers with knowledge and tools to improve their health, wellbeing and safety. All participants receive a health passport with their results, and take-home resources, supporting them to make positive health and safety choices.
Operating daily from 9am–4pm. Visit us at Pavilion 3, Sites 9-10 & 17-18
North Coast LLS Networking Breakfast - 'Are You Bogged Mate?'
North Coast Local Land Services is hosting a roadshow throughout the region to support landholders to look after themselves and their community, helping people connect with the right tools, resources and agencies. Presenter Mary O’Brien from “Are You Bogged Mate?” will focus on strategies to boost awareness and start a conversation about the rising issue of depression, mental health and suicide in rural communities.
Friday 17 May, Starting at 8am until 10am
Primex Business NSW Leader Luncheon
The Business NSW Leader Luncheon will celebrate the launch of Regeneration Connection, give an Official Toast to Primex 40th Anniversary and feature an Expert Speaker Panel. Follow the link below to register and for more information.
Friday 17 May, 11.45am Registration, 12pm-2.30pm Luncheon.
Soilcare Presentation 2: Dr John Grant
Integrating farm forestry into farm systems
FREE Admission 12.15 pm, Friday, May 17 2024, Pavilion 1
Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.
Soilcare Presentation 1: Dr John Grant
Biological, physical and chemical management considerations for post-flooded soils
FREE Admission 9.30 am, Friday, May 17 2024, Pavilion 1
Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.
Soilcare Presentations: Ross Arnett
Regenerative Orchard Management
Establishing a regenerative macadamia orchard relies heavily on cover crops and the intricate soil biology, both pivotal in meeting the nutritional needs of a low-input macadamia plantation.
FREE Admission 1.45 pm, Friday, 17 May 2024, Pavilion 1
Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.
Soilcare Presentations: Kieran Livermore
Post Flood Pasture Reboot
An alternative path to a perennial pasture using cover cropping techniques.
Kieran Livermore is a buffalo farmer at Bexhill, NSW. His farm on the Wilson River was flooded in the 2022 floods. He is using a variety of regenerative and biological management practices including cover crops to regain productive pastures.
FREE Admission 1.00 pm, Friday, 17 May 2024, Pavilion 1
Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.
Southern Cross University & SoilCare Present: Building Resilient Farms with Regenerative Principles
Join us for an insightful panel discussion at Primex, where Southern Cross University and SoilCare proudly present an exploration into "Building Resilient Farms with Regenerative Principles." Our panellists will explore the foundational role of soil in sustainable farming systems, emphasising how regenerative practices contribute to soil regeneration, water retention, and nutrient cycling. A veterinary perspective will highlight the importance of soil health for preventing disease transmission and optimising animal nutrition.
Friday from 11.00am - 12.00pm, Pavillion 1
*Please note that a general admission ticket to Primex is required to attend this event.
Straight To The Source in Conversation with Culinary Champions
Join Straight To The Source for a morning in conversation with culinary champions Amy Colli, Lucy Allon, and a panel of culinary champions. Join them for a grazing breakfast spotlighting the region's top-notch fare. Hear insider tips for local producers aiming to excel in foodservice and retail.
Thursday 16 May, 8am-10am. Norco Primex, Paddock to Plate, Pavilion 2
$49 inc GST including breakfast, panel discussion, networking and day entry into Norco Primex Field Day for Thursday 16 May.
Berkley Supertank Fishing Show
Demonstrating fishing lures and techniques for both fresh and saltwater fishing. Free Shows Daily. Demonstrations commencing at 10.00 am and showing continually throughout the day and finishing at 4.00 pm
FREE Admission
The Dairy Shed
The NSW Dairy team (NSW DPI, Subtropical Dairy and DairyNSW) will be at Primex and available to talk to local dairy farmers, as well as anyone interested in a career in dairy, or socially conscious consumers wanting to learn more about Aussie Dairy. Dairy farmers can talk with industry stakeholders about upcoming events, support available and outcomes of recent projects. For those looking to participate in hands on activities, we will also be hosting a series of fun, interactive activities, aimed at showcasing various career opportunities in the dairy industry. This activity is made possible through the generous support of the Australian and NSW Governments’ Storm and Flood Industry Recovery Program, in collaboration with the NSW Department of Primary Industries.
Come and see us at sites H3 & H22! Daily milking demonstrations and cheese making sessions at 10.30am, 1.00pm and 3.30pm
Drone Workshops
Interactive Displays
