Smart decisions: strategic & tactical farm planning and decision-making (Hamilton)

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Producers are invited to take part in this two-part workshop series focused on supporting practical, whole-farm thinking. It will help you to reduce risk, protect ground cover, and make better decisions with season variability.

Part 1 – Strategic Planning, Wed 13 May 2026
9am to 2 pm

Focuses on longer‑term planning to improve resilience and flexibility across your whole farm system which includes:

• Optimising flock or herd structure
• Setting appropriate stocking rates
• Lambing and calving timing
• Pasture mix decisions
• Managing seasonal variability and pasture growth volatility.

Part 2 – Tactical Decision‑Making, Thu 11 June 2026
9am to 2 pm

Focuses on in‑season triggers and actions, including:

• Whole‑farm pasture cover checkpoints
• Early warning signs of feed shortages or surpluses
• Short‑term management options to respond early and effectively.

Please note: Registration for this event will indicate your attendance for parts 1 and 2.

This event is being delivered by Southern Farming Systems on behalf of Agriculture Victoria as part of the Victorian Government’s statewide Drought Support Package.