Grassland Society of Southern Australia Inc.

Grass, Science & Farming

About Us

The Grassland Society of Southern Australia Inc, is a not for profit organisation, formed in 1959, to encourage the transfer of information and technology relating to grassland farming. The Society has nine branches throughout southern Australia which are:

  • Albury Wodonga
  • Central West
  • East Gippsland
  • Gippsland
  • Limestone Coast
  • Mid Goulburn
  • Central Ranges
  • Tasmania
  • Western District
Society Activities

The Society provides members with the opportunity to attend many exciting activities and receive interesting information throughout the year. Activities and information include:

  • Two day Annual Conference held in August
  • Annual Mac Troup Lecture held in March
  • Branch field days, farm walks and seminars held in autumn and spring
  • Bi-monthly Newsletter that keeps members informed of local and statewide activities, the latest research and results and other relevant information
  • Access to special project reports
Benefits to Members

Gilbert Tippett Annual Travel Grant

Members can apply for a travel grant up to $1500 to assist with travel costs associated with a grasslands related tour....find out more

Joyce Gillespie Student Bursary

The Bursary is offered to members who are studying agricultural science to provide financial assistance of $1000 to assist with studies....find out more

Applications for Membership

Membership of the Grassland Society of Southern Australia is open to everyone with an interest in grassland farming and new members are always welcome....find out more

Sponsorship Opportunities

As a not for profit organisation, the Grassland Society of Southern Australia Inc has been able to develop through the support of sponsorship. The Society is committed to improving the flow of information and technology and recognises that agribusinesses are a vital link in this process.....find out more