Workshops to empower farmers

Sponsored by the Victorian Government’s Drought Support Package, these workshops will bring together industry leaders to explore innovative solutions for forage growth, herd management, weather resilience and technology adoption.

Consultant and ruminant nutritionist Laura Tweddle has created this series, bringing in expert colleagues in each region to provide positive and constructive information and advice.

The aim of the series is to give attendees some tools and information to take away that might help in planning for climate variation in their farming business.

The workshops include expert speakers Ms Tweddle, from Aggies without Borders, meteorologist Jane Bunn, and agronomy specialists Damien Adcock and Phil White.

Consultants Steve Ralstan and Donna Woerz will join the Kyabram and Drouin events.

There will be tailored discussions on region-specific climate drivers, paddock performance, and feed strategies for West Gippsland in Drouin, Goulburn Valley in Kyabram and south-west in Colac and Warrnambool.

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Ms Tweddle says the workshops are about turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s opportunities.

“We’re bridging the gap between traditional practices and the tech-driven future of farming,” she said.

“Understanding local weather drivers is key to resilience and farmers will leave with actionable strategies for their unique conditions.”