​Understanding what your crop needs is only the first step - applying the right management practices at the right time is what drives productivity and profitability. That's the focus of Smart Plant Health – Driving True Profits, a practical on-farm learning day designed for farmers, agronomists and agricultural professionals.

Hosted by BEAR Biologics, the event will bring together leading agronomy, spray application and industry experts to explore the complete decision-making process for improving plant health—from monitoring and testing through to informed action, measurable results and continuous improvement.

Leading the technical sessions is internationally experienced agronomist Jason Hobson from TerraVita Agronomy. Drawing on extensive experience in plant nutrition and crop health, Jason will guide participants through the principles of soil and sap testing, seasonal crop development and interpreting plant health data. The session will cover how to determine what crops actually need, recognise critical plant-health windows throughout the season and make informed decisions on foliar nutrition, formulation compatibility and nutrient uptake.

The day will also feature Jeremy Jones from Darling Downs Spray Tech, who will demonstrate how effective spray application is critical to achieving the best return on investment. Participants will explore spray setup, droplet coverage and application techniques, gaining practical insights into how application efficiency can influence crop performance and maximise the effectiveness of plant nutrition programs.

A facilitated industry panel, led by Sarah Fea from BEAR Biologics, will bring together experienced producers, agronomists and agricultural professionals. The discussion will focus on practical experiences, emerging technologies and proven strategies that help producers make informed management decisions and achieve stronger production outcomes.

Designed as a practical, on-farm event, the workshop follows the complete plant health cycle—monitoring, testing, understanding, action, results and monitoring again—providing attendees with practical knowledge they can apply immediately in their own farming systems.