Good Growers Network
Growth | Learning | Collaboration
A continuous improvement community for QLD plant producers
It's not training, it's not networking – it’s a movement.
The Good Growers Network is a Greenlife Industry trademarked continuous improvement initiative, delivered under part of the Farm Business Resilience Program. This program is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Queensland Government’s Drought and Climate Adaptation Program.
For the first time, this intake also welcomes allied horticulture businesses to join the journey, sharing in the knowledge, support, and inspiration that comes from moving forward as a community.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
🌱 Tailored Training – relevant, practical, and designed for horticulture
🌱 Ongoing Support – so you can confidently put ideas into action
🌱 Peer Collaboration – learn, share, and grow alongside others
🌱 Check-In Meetings – keeping you focused and accountable
🌱 Tools & Resources – proven strategies to drive growth
🌱 Celebrations of Success – be recognised at the Good Growers accreditation
Course Outline*
Business Planning
Face-to-Face session held in February and August each year
SESSION 1: Marketing
Understanding The Digital Marketing Ecosystem
SESSION 2: Human Resources
Attracting and Retaining Skilled Nursery Staff
SESSION 3: Finance
Cash Flow & Budgeting Essentials for Nurseries
SESSION 4: Workplace Health & Safety
Practical Safety in the Nursery: Manual Handling & Equipment
SESSION 5: Climate, Water & Energy Efficiency
Smart Water Use | Boost irrigation efficiency and explore water recycling solutions.
SESSION 6: Marketing
The Customer Journey – turning prospects into customers
SESSION 7: Human Resources
Effective Team Leadership and Communication in a Nursery Environment
SESSION 8: Marketing
Effective Branding.
SESSION 9: Workplace Health & Safety
Creating a Safety-First Culture: Incident Reporting and Risk Management (special guest Safety Culture)
SESSION 10: Climate, Water & Energy Efficiency
Reducing Energy Costs – Save money with sustainable power and climate control strategies for nurseries.
SESSION 11: Finance
Understanding Production Costs: Pricing Your Plants for Profit
Do as many courses as you want, all training recorded and accessible to all participants for the life of the program. 4 required to qualify as a ‘Good Grower’.
*May be subject to change
Imagine being the grower who inspires others – not only by building a stronger business but by sharing your story at the 'Good Growers' Awards.
“The FRBP gave me the confidence to take charge of my business future and gave me the clear process on how I was going to get there.” – Past Participant
Pricing – Early Bird Specials
Nurseries
$498 $389 Early Bird
Ends 1 January 2026
Allied
$988 $879 Early Bird
Ends 1 January 2026
Q: Who can apply?
A: Nursery growers, sellers, and allied horticulture businesses are welcome in this intake, however, allied trades are not covered by future drought funding.
Do I need to be a GIQ member?
Not at all, everyone in horticulture is welcome into the Good Growers Network.
Q: What’s the time commitment?
A: The program is designed to fit alongside your business. Training sessions, check-ins, and events are spread throughout the year for maximum impact without overwhelming your schedule. Outside of the face-to-face mandatory training, all other check-ins and webinars are from 4:30pm onwards to reduce the impact to your working day.
Q: Why should I join now?
A: You’ll secure early bird savings, guaranteed access to the first intake, and start your journey with a group of motivated growers just like you.
Q: What if I’ve done training before?
A: FRBP goes beyond training. It’s about collaboration, accountability, and long-term resilience – helping you embed change and build momentum.
Q. Do I have to do a self-assessment to apply?
Yes. As part of our requirements to run the program, we need a certain amount of self assessments to qualify for funding.
Q. Why is the business planning complusory?
This will help you stay accountable during the program and know if you have progressed with positive, resilient change. This is also part of our tracking for the program.
Q. Do I have to attend all the events, checkins and training?
The only mandatory training is the initial business plan, without that you cannot progress and will be refunded your fee. To qualify as a ‘Good Grower’ you will need to attend all check-ins and at least 4 sets of training during the 12-month period.
What is a 'Good Grower' and why do I want this award?
The ‘Good Grower’ certificate will be issued to anyone who completes enough of the program to qualify, who initiated positive change and improves their business resilience over the 12-month period. They will be celebrated in Leaflet magazine and recognised during Greenscapes _ Green Expo 2026. ‘Good Growers’ will be encouraged to speak and mentor future participants of the program as well as collaborate with GIQ on improvements to the program moving forward.
Can I do a payment plan
Yes, we are more than happy to help facilitate a payment plan for you. Just reach out to us via info@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au after you have filled out your self-assessment and let us know the best format of payment for you.
Why are there difference prices
The funding for this program covers ‘Growers’ only, however, Greenlife Industry QLD are using the existing program to build out cost neutral access for those who don’t qualify.