Australian Dairy Conference cancelled in 2021 due to coronavirus pandemic
Organisers of the Australian Dairy Conference have their sights set on the 2022 event, with next year’s already cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
NEXT year’s Australian Dairy Conference has been called off due to the coronavirus pandemic with organisers aiming for a 2022 event instead.
The planning committee confirmed the 2021 cancellation today with work now starting on the 2022 conference, to be held in Hobart.
ADC president Ben Geard said the postponement was the first time the annual event had been called off in its 18-year history.
He cited the recent escalation of coronavirus cases in Victoria as one of the deciding factors.
“The board has been adamant all along that we would only proceed if there was absolute confidence that we could deliver ADC in full scale as one of the most notable forums on the dairy calendar,” Mr Geard said.
“Farmers and networking lie at the heart of our annual gathering and we know how important it is for them to interact and engage with industry members.
“Whilst unfortunate, the health and safety of Australians and our dairy farming community is the priority and we do not wish to undertake any activities that will compromise or jeopardise this position.”
The 2020 conference was held in February in Melbourne, only weeks prior to Australia’s first coronavirus lockdown.
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