BestWool BestLamb BetterBeef Networks Conference

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Tuesday 23 June – BestWool/BestLamb conference

Wednesday 24 June – BetterBeef conference

The Goods Shed, Ballarat

Turning today's challenges into tomorrow's opportunities

Agriculture Victoria’s BestWool/BestLamb and BetterBeef Conference is returning in 2026!

After taking the roadshow around Victoria in 2025, we’re back to full-scale, in-person programming – and it’s bigger than ever.

Agriculture Victoria’s BestWool/BestLamb and BetterBeef Networks long-standing extension programs continue to support Victoria’s sheep and beef industries with practical, relevant information.

While on-farm discussion groups sit at the heart of the networks, the highly regarded annual conference is a key highlight.

This event brings producers together to hear from leading experts. Hear about practical ideas that can be implemented immediately on your farm and innovations shaping the industry.

The conference provides a valuable chance to step away from the farm, connect with fellow producers, share experiences and gather fresh ideas for the future.

Tickets now on sale

BWBL & BB Full Conference and Dinner [2-day package] $325, Early Bird $275

BWBL One Day Conference and Dinner [1-day package] $275, Early Bird $230

BB One Day Conference and Dinner [1-day package] $285, Early Bird $240

BWBL Conference [1-day package, no dinner] $165, Early Bird $140

BB Conference [1-day package, no dinner] $175, Early Bird $150

BWBL & BB Conference Dinner Only $110, No Early Bird

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Program and speakers

Programs for both the BestWool/BestLamb and BetterBeef conferences are now available with full session details and speakers for both days.

Expect practical, producer-focused sessions, fresh ideas you can take straight back to the farm, and insights from across the sheep and beef industry.

Event location: The Goods Shed, Ballarat

After a successful 2024 conference, we are returning to The Goods Shed in Ballarat.

The address is 200 Lydiard St North, Soldiers Hill, 3350.

The Goods Shed, Ballarat is located near the Ballarat train station.

Visit the Goods Shed website for more information.

Accommodation

For accommodation options, please visit Places to stay in Ballarat.

Get in touch

For more information on the conference and ticketing enquiries, contact the conference organiser Deanne Kennedy on 0419 878 055 or at deanne@jaydee.net.au; or reach out to the networks team at beef.sheepnetworks@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Sponsors

This event is proudly delivered by Agriculture Victoria as part of the Victorian Government's statewide Drought Support Package, in partnership with Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) Extension VIC, and supported by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and Angus Australia/Angus Victoria.

We acknowledge and thank our partners in delivering the BestWool/BestLamb and BetterBeef conferences 2026.

Page last updated: 25 May 2026