General News
31 July, 2025
Mallee Machinery Field Days: Where Tradition Meets Technology
IT’S full steam ahead for the Mallee Machinery Field Days (MMFD) as the Speed Lions Club prepares to host their 45th annual event.
Just weeks out from the Mallee’s largest agricultural show, MMFD secretary, Matt Brady said the event has experienced exceptional growth over the past three years, driven in no small way by the passion of the Speed Lions Club and the enthusiasm of exhibitors across the country.
“This year we’ve had a lot of interest from new exhibitors who are looking forward to showcasing the latest in agriculture across the two days,” Mr Brady said, adding the site was once again at full capacity.
New exhibitors include Signature Offroad Solutions who specialise in Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs), Muddy River Agriculture with their Horsch 8000L 400hp self-propelled sprayer and MJM Equipment Australia who will showcase Balzer equipment from Minnesota, USA.
Regular visitors will notice this year the Speed Lions Club have invested in long-term improvements at the site.
“In the past the remote location of our site has presented its share of logistical challenges, but we’ve been working hard with one of our major sponsors, SpaceTec, to install fibre optic cables across the site, which will help to improve connectivity for both exhibitors and visitors,” Mr Brady said.
A highlight of the event will be SwarmFarm Robotics.
“This company pioneers advanced agricultural robotics designed for crop production and will deliver live demonstrations that offer a glimpse into the future of farming."
This year’s event will also have a strong emphasis on farmer health and wellbeing.
AFL premiership player and guest speaker Tom Hawkins will officially open the event on Wednesday, sharing his experience of stepping away from the limelight of footy to take up an agricultural role with Nutrien Ag Solutions.
Mr Brady noted that current forecasts suggest a below-average season for agricultural producers throughout the Mallee region.
“We need the spring to be kind to us and bring some rain our way,” he said.
“Despite the dry conditions this year, it’s encouraging to see such strong support from our exhibitors, who continue to showcase cutting-edge technology for our farming community.”
This year’s Mallee Machinery Field Days will take place on Wednesday, August 6 and Thursday, August 7.