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Is new technology and infrastructure worth the investment?

EVENT DETAILS

When

25th Nov 2026

Where

Warrnambool Golf Club, Younger Street, Warrnambool 3280

Price

Free

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EVENT DESCRIPTION

6:30 pm to 9 pm

Hear from farmers, industry experts and technology providers about their experience introducing new technology on farms.

Speakers will share why they chose different technologies, what they have learned and what farmers should consider before making similar changes.

Stephen Smith and Luke Balkin
Hear about the technology they have introduced on their farms, why they chose it and what they have learned from the experience.

John Kane and Laura Tweddle
Learn about the benefits and challenges of adopting new technology and what they are seeing on farms today.

Patrick Zippel, Halter
Learn how to manage change when introducing new technology and what can help make the change successful.

Nigel Daviot, Specialist Energy Solutions
Explore whether solar is worth the investment. Learn how solar compares with mains power and what farmers should consider when weighing up their options.

Alex and Rob Robertson
Hear about the solar system they have installed on their farm and what they have learned from their experience so far. Speaker participation is to be confirmed.

Light dinner provided. Drinks at bar prices.

This event is being delivered by McLaren Hunt on behalf of Agriculture Victoria as part of the Victorian Government's Statewide Drought Support Package. The event is supported by WestVic Dairy and Halter.