Farmer Workshops
The department works with a range of partners to provide workshops for farmers to help them make the most of seasonal conditions. These can be part of an
ongoing program or arranged specifically if the need arises.
Where relevant these events will also help farmers with decisions about managing with blue-green algae.
Some of the events below are provided by industry groups and providers, these are consistent with departmental programs and messaging.
In addition to these events the department runs specific programs where those involved will be invited to arrange of activities. The department's Beef and Sheep Networks would be a good example of programs that deliver regular farmer events.
To seek more general information about events and to discuss if it is possible to hold a session in your area, please either call your local office or departmental contact, or 136 186.
May 2017
| Date | Event | Location & time | Contact name | Contact organisation | DEDJTR program |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
25 May | Free webinar/phone seminar: Beef cattle – filling the winter feed gap Presented by Andrew Speirs, Meridian Agriculture Call and/or data costs may apply | Online 8 – 9 pm | or phone (02) 6030 4605 | Agriculture Victoria | Livestock |
30 May | Rochester Farm Business Decisions Workshop Presented by Cam Nicholson from Nicon Rural Services This free workshop is designed to assist farmers to learn more about influences on farm business decision making. | Rochester Wine Tavern 49 Moore Street, Rochester 9.00 am – 1 pm Lunch and refreshments provided | Please register by 26 May 2017 with: Erica Schelfhorst Agriculture Victoria P: 5430 4560 M: 0429807689 | Agriculture Victoria Timmering and Campaspe BWBL group | Mixed |
31 May | Boort Farm Business Decisions Workshop Presented by Cam Nicholson from Nicon Rural Services This free workshop is designed to assist farmers to learn more about influences on farm business decision making. | Boort Resource and Information Centre 119-121 Godfrey St, Boort 9.00 am – 1 pm Lunch and refreshments provided | Please register by 26 May 2017 with: Erica Schelfhorst Agriculture Victoria P: 5430 4560 M: 0429807689 | Agriculture Victoria Boort Best Wool Best Lamb Group | Mixed |
June 2017
| Date | Event | Location & time | Contact name | Contact organisation | DEDJTR program |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 June | Young Farmer Farm Business Boot Camp – Maryborough, Day 1 of 3. | CFA Goldfields Group HQ 82 Alma Street, Maryborough | Agriculture Victoria | Mixed | |
6 June | Inverleigh Farm Business Decisions Workshop Presented by Cam Nicholson from Nicon Rural Services This free workshop is designed to assist farmers to learn more about influences on farm business decision making. | Inverleigh Hall High Street, Inverleigh 9am - 1pm Lunch provided Limited places available | RSVP by 2 June to: Karen O'Keefe Ph 0409 559 482 karen.okeefe@ccma.vic.gov.au | Agriculture Victoria Corangamite CMA | Mixed |
14 June | Young Farmer Farm Business Boot Camp – Horsham, Day 1 of 3. | Horsham DEDJTR 110 Natimuk Road, Horsham | Agriculture Victoria | Mixed | |
22 June | 2017 South West BetterBeef Conference, Hamilton | Agriculture Victoria, 915 Mt Napier Rd, Hamilton 8.30 am – 4.30 pm Cost is $60 per person $40 for second person from same farm business $35 for students. Ticket price includes attendance, lunch and conference notes. | Tickets can be purchased online For more information, contact: Chris Blore, Agriculture Victoria, Hamilton on (03) 5573 0720 or | Agriculture Victoria Rabobank Glenelg Hopkins CMA Meat and Livestock Australia | Livestock |
