These are separate events, and participants are invited to attend either or both.
The symposium will bring together leading researchers, early career scholars, practitioners, and key collaborators to explore emerging science and practical applications of enhanced rock weathering (ERW).
Visit a trial on an avocado farm in Mareeba to explore how the effects of basalt addition on crop productivity, soil health and carbon dioxide removal are being assessed. This Field Visit and tour will be open to the farming community, industry bodies and key stakeholders.
Please register via the links below. Further information on the program and speakers to come.
Conducting research on Enhanced Rock Weathering in Australia?
You are invited to submit your abstract for the Symposium to be held on 25 June 2026 in Cairns.
Abstract submission due by COB 11 February 2026.
On Thursday 25 June, 2026, join experts to explore the latest in enhanced rock weathering. Register your interest to receive registration information and updates for the program and speakers.
On Friday 26 June 2026, the day after the symposium, community members are warmly invited to join the project team at Howe Farming near Mareeba for a guided tour of the Enhanced Rock Weathering monitoring site.
For general enquiries please contact Angela Strain at .
For scientific enquiries please contact Paul Nelson at .
This Enhanced Rock Weathering Symposium and Field Trial Visit are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust.
