Agriculture Victoria is encouraging Upper Murray farmers to come together in small groups to support each other through learning new skills and discussing relevant agriculture related topics.
Perhaps you are new to a farming family, a young farmer or have a lifetime of experience and knowledge in agriculture? Then joining a group could benefit you plus help others.
Agriculture Recovery Manager Kylie Macreadie said joining one of the groups will provide farmers with a great opportunity to connect with like-minded people, share their experiences, learn from others while improving their farm business resilience, and it's free.
"The groups can focus on a single topic or a range of topics over the next twelve months, meeting between four to six times throughout the year," Ms Macreadie said.
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- pastures
- animal health and livestock management
- soil health
- farm planning
- farm business management and resilience
- climate adaptation
- planning for future emergencies.
The meetings can be flexible and take place in the form of workshops, field days, formal presentations or informal discussions.
Ms Macreadie said members of the group do not have to be directly impacted by the recent fires, just be a landholder in the shire.
"Membership is free, as Agriculture Victoria will arrange venue hire, catering and guest speakers.
"An independent facilitator will be provided, and at your initial meeting you will identify the topics or themes to be covered by your group."
