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Who are we?

The Agricultural Bureau is a voluntary organisation of farmers and people allied to, or interested in, agricultural development and education. The Bureau meets regularly to exchange ideas, discuss farming practices and keep abreast of the latest developments in all phases of agriculture. The Bureau also helps bridge the gap between scientist and farmer.

The organisation is non-partisan and non-political. It allows members to work together on management and marketing issues.

In 1887 Albert Molineux suggested the establishment of an Agricultural Bureau in South Australia. He recognized the need for an organization which could assist the education of primary producers and allow farmers to come together to discuss their farming issues.

On 27 February 1888, the Government adopted this suggestion and on 10 April 1888, the inaugural meeting of the Central Agricultural Bureau of South Australia was held.

Aims of the Bureau

To supply members with information relevant to there farming practices.

To assist members to address management and production issues by providing them with opportunities to discuss these with other farmers and technical officers.

To work in close cooperation with PIRSA (Primary Industries & Resources South Australia), which has undertaken to support the Bureau and provide technical assistance with the aim to improve agricultural production in South Australia.

To promote goodwill, friendship and understanding among its members and the community at large.

How can it help you?

The Agricultural Bureau has contributed to the distribution of technology and expertise to the farmers of our State for over 100 years. As a result South Australian farmers are recognized as some of the most progressive and efficient operators in the world.

The Bureau is a valuable vehicle for sharing issues with others. The Bureau can be a source of re-assurance that you are not alone. There are other farmers like you with the same issues, and the same interests as you have in making the most of your industry.

Benefits of being an Agricultural Bureau Member

Joining a Bureau Branch and will enable you to become involved in local activities such as:

Field days
Sticky-beak days
Local trials
Bus tours
Meetings and workshops

Joining a Statewide organization

Participation in Statewide programs such as "Better Soils", "Better Breeding" and other activities (recently there was a series of GMO road shows) at discounted rates
Receiving "Ag Bureau News", a newsletter produced two or three times a year
A direct link to the Premier and PIRSA, through the Advisory Board of Agriculture (governing body of the Agricultural Bureau)
Discounted membership of the Kondinin Group.

How to join

Membership is available to everyone interested in agriculture. Through its members, the Bureau makes an important contribution to the development and adoption of sound farming practices in this State. There are currently 3,500 members and 130 Bureau Branches throughout South Australia.

Non-members are always welcome at Bureau meetings, Conferences or Field Days. For more information about the Agricultural Bureau, and details about the Branches in your area, ring 1800 652 258 (for the cost of a local call).

Agricultural Bureau Of SA Inc.

A farmer-run organization
For all farmers, young and old, big and small, male and female
- To exchange ideas
- To discuss farming practices
- To find out the latest developments
Current projects include "Better Soils" and "Better Breeding"
Serving South Australia since 1888
130 Branches throughout the State

If you would like to learn more about the Agriculture Bureau and the branches in your area, please click here to print the relevant form and complete your details.



Who are we? The Agricultural Bureau is a voluntary organisation of farmers and people allied to, or interested in, agricultural development and education. The Bureau meets regularly to exchange ideas, discuss farming practices and keep abreast of the latest developments in all phases of agriculture. The Bureau also helps bridge the gap between scientist and farmer. The organisation is non-partisan and non-political. It allows members to work together on management and marketing issues. In 1887 Albert Molineux suggested the establishment of an Agricultural Bureau in South Australia. He recognized the need for an organization which could assist the education of primary producers and allow farmers to come together to discuss their farming issues. On 27 February 1888, the Government adopted this suggestion and on 10 April 1888, the inaugural meeting of the Central Agricultural Bureau of South Australia was held. Aims of the Bureau To supply members with information relevant to there farming practices. To assist members to address management and production issues by providing them with opportunities to discuss these with other farmers and technical officers. To work in close cooperation with PIRSA (Primary Industries & Resources South Australia), which has undertaken to support the Bureau and provide technical assistance with the aim to improve agricultural production in South Australia. To promote goodwill, friendship and understanding among its members and the community at large. How can it help you? The Agricultural Bureau has contributed to the distribution of technology and expertise to the farmers of our State for over 100 years. As a result South Australian farmers are recognized as some of the most progressive and efficient operators in the world. The Bureau is a valuable vehicle for sharing issues with others. The Bureau can be a source of re-assurance that you are not alone. There are other farmers like you with the same issues, and the same interests as you have in making the most of your industry. Benefits of being an Agricultural Bureau Member Joining a Bureau Branch and will enable you to become involved in local activities such as: Field days Sticky-beak days Local trials Bus tours Meetings and workshops Joining a Statewide organization Participation in Statewide programs such as "Better Soils", "Better Breeding" and other activities (recently there was a series of GMO road shows) at discounted rates Receiving "Ag Bureau News", a newsletter produced two or three times a year A direct link to the Premier and PIRSA, through the Advisory Board of Agriculture (governing body of the Agricultural Bureau) Discounted membership of the Kondinin Group. How to join Membership is available to everyone interested in agriculture. Through its members, the Bureau makes an important contribution to the development and adoption of sound farming practices in this State. There are currently 3,500 members and 130 Bureau Branches throughout South Australia. Non-members are always welcome at Bureau meetings, Conferences or Field Days. For more information about the Agricultural Bureau, and details about the Branches in your area, ring 1800 652 258 (for the cost of a local call). Agricultural Bureau Of SA Inc. A farmer-run organization For all farmers, young and old, big and small, male and female - To exchange ideas - To discuss farming practices - To find out the latest developments Current projects include "Better Soils" and "Better Breeding" Serving South Australia since 1888 130 Branches throughout the State If you would like to learn more about the Agriculture Bureau and the branches in your area, please click here to print the relevant form and complete your details.