SPAA began in 2002 and is a broad-based organisation that provides independent, objective, timely and relevant precision agriculture information to the grains, sugarcane, horticulture, and livestock industries. View the timeline of our history here.
SPAA acts as an umbrella group, supporting precision agriculture initiatives within industries that have the funding and capabilities to explore and adopt new technologies. We have a national focus, which is achieved by collaborating with organisations and being an active partner in national and industry alliances.
The relationship between members and SPAA is very two-way. Members benefit through events, publications, and resources, and in turn they help drive research, development and extension that delivers on-ground benefits to farmers. Access to quality information and opportunities for members to share ideas is a critical element of progressive and resilient farming communities.
SPAA strongly believe in the motto of ‘Guiding you to farming success’.
Where is SPAA based?
SPAA is not based in one geographical location. Members are located across Australia and include those involved in all production systems including growers, consultants, equipment manufacturers, contractors, and researchers.
What types of farming does SPAA cover?
SPAA members are located across Australia, from Queensland to Tasmania, from Western Australia to New South Wales. Our members are also involved in many different farming enterprises, including grains, sugarcane, horticulture, viticulture and livestock.
What SPAA members have in common is their desire to extend precision agriculture to improve farming practices within their own patch and around Australia.
Governance
SPAA is a single-entity, not-for-profit organisation incorporated as a Company Limited by Guarantee under Australian (federal) law.
In line with the legal requirements and obligations of this structure, the SPAA Committee has full responsibility for the operations of the organisation and is able to delegate as it sees fit in order to ensure the organisation achieves its objectives.
The SPAA Committee hold significant responsibilities, both individually and collectively. Importantly, the Corporations Act requires all committee members to act in the best interests of all members of the organisation. They must declare conflicts of interest which can arise by their connections both outside and within the organisation, including any other role they hold within the organisation.
The structure of SPAA is:
The current constitution was updated by members at the April 2024 AGM.
The SPAA Committee Charter, outlines the role, responsibilities and expectations of the SPAAs Committee, both individually and collectively.
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