‘Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture Farm Planning’.

​Join us at the Kardella South property of respected regenerative agriculture consultant, Declan McDonald, who will showcase his property and its regenerative agriculture journey.  ​

Are you interested in joining a wonderful discussion on local enterprise with trees and timber in South Gippsland?

​If you’re thinking of integrating trees into your farming landscape, if you’d like to be part of a reinvigorated local sawmilling culture, or if you’re keen to build sustainably with local farm grown or salvaged wood, then this webinar is not to be missed.

This is a great opportunity for you to participate in this fantastic 8-week Regenerative Agriculture online training program for farmers. The program will be delivered by respected leaders in regenerative agriculture giving you unique insights and tailored advice for implementing regenerative practices on your farm!

PROGRAM
Day 1 | Fri Oct 8th 2021.  Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture- myths and misconceptions.

Day 2 | Fri 15th Oct 2021.  Soils - Maximise crop diversity and living roots.

Day 3 | Fri 22nd Oct.  Soils - Minimise disturbance and maximise soil coverage, soil monitoring.

Day 4 | Fri 29th Oct.  Regenerative Agriculture Livestock & grazing systems.

Day 5 | Fri 5th Nov. Integration of trees into your farming system for multiple benefits.

Day 6 | Fri 12th Nov. Financial indicators and transitioning to Regenerative Agriculture.

Day 7 | Fri 19th Nov. Transitioning to regenerative agriculture. (Showcasing a local case study).

Day 8 | Fri 26th Nov.  Developing your Climate Adaptation Plan (CAP) and celebratory lunch. 

YOUR INVESTMENT
Attend 8 online workshops   
(approx 2.5 hours per week)
All sessions will be online due to COVID restrictions.
Your Contribution | $250 +GST

25 Farms only- Application via Expression of Interest

Email Expression of interest by Fri 24th Sep 2021 to: [email protected]

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You are invited along to this exciting farm walk to learn about natural capital accounting on farms at the iconic revegetation property of Paul Speirs.  ​

​If your farm is located within the watershed of Port Phillip or Westernport Bay and you are considering transitioning to a regenerative agriculture farming system, then this course is for you!  

You are invited along to this exciting online zoom field day on ‘disruptive technology’ and how it can be used to help you make on-farm management decisions.  
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You are invited along to this exciting online zoom field day on ‘disruptive technology’ and how it can be used to help you make on-farm management decisions. 
 
Online field day topics include:
 

• What is disruptive technology?
• How can it help you transition in a changing climate?
• Drones on Farm
• Data Farming Tools
  • NDVI
  • Google Earth
  • Digital Elevation and Maps

Event Details.

Date:             Thursday November 5th, 2020
 
Time:             10.30am to 12pm
 
How to join:   Zoom link to join online will be provided upon registration.          
 
RSVP is essential by Monday 2nd November.   To register for this event or if you require further information please email: [email protected]

​The Growing Southern Gippsland project is funded through the Victorian Centre for Climate Change Innovation, Bass Coast Landcare Network, RMIT University and Federation University Australia.

Are you interested in learning more about managing weeds in a regenerative agriculture system?  Do you want to find out what weeds in your landscape are telling you about your farm and landscape?  ​

Are you interested in learning more about managing weeds in a regenerative agriculture system?  Do you want to find out what weeds in your landscape are telling you about your farm and landscape?  Join us for this exciting online webinar featuring regenerative agriculture expert Declan McDonald who will explain the ‘big picture’ approach to weed management and how it can save you time, effort and money.  

Event Details

Date:                           Thursday 29th October 2020.
Time:                          10.30 am to 12.00 pm.    
Zoom Link:                Zoom link will be forwarded through to you upon confirmation
                                      of registration.

Please RSVP for this event by Monday 26th October 2020.
 
To register please email Joel Geoghegan on [email protected]
or phone on 0409 705 652 for further information.

This project is supported by PPWCMA through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare program in partnership with Bass Coast Landcare Network.
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Dan and Amelia Bright from Amber Creek Farm & Sawmill operate a mixed farming business growing free range pigs and a timber milling operation. Join us to hear how they have designed their farming system for resilience in our changing climate.
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Topics include:
• Dan Bright on the design of Amber Creek farm including the benefits of using local sources of waste as a resource, and regenerative methods for soil improvement
• Amelia Bright on how the Prom Coast Food Collective supports local farmers and reduces food miles
• Renewable energy options for farmers including the latest on rebates, with Chris Barfoot from the Latrobe Valley Community Power Hub

Click 'read more' for more information and to download the event flyer

Clinton Tepper is a forester and farmer who operates Camaray Farm in Buln Buln.  Over 5 years ago Clinton set up a demonstration plot with and planted 3 species of trees at wide spacings integrating high value timber, crops and livestock.  The trial has been successful and is now best known as the flagship for multi storey farming (MSF).  ​

FIELD DAY- Becoming a carbon cocky – carbon farming in a changing climate – soil, trees and accounting.

You are invited along to this exciting field day on carbon farming in a changing climate and the opportunities for Southern Gippsland farmers.  
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