Research Question

This workshops was put together by Cam Nicholson, Nicon Rural, Lisa Miller, Jessie Wettenhall, Michelle McClure, SFS & Jane Gaussen, The Livestock Vet and Malcolm Rowe, Victoria West Rural Financial Counselling Service in response to the continuing dry season experienced across South West Victoria. The aim of the workshop is  to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to plan and make good decisions over the next 3 months. The workshops were delivered across 4 locations  Hamilton, Derghlolm & Harrow at the end of February 2025 and Moonambel March 2025. The workshop covered 3 themes of Farm Finance, Pastures & Livestock.  Looking at where farm business's are at, what tools do we have and plan for the future.

Research Information & Objectives

Farm Finance with Victoria West Rural Financial Counselling Service

Rural Financial Counselling Service is Free, Independant, Confidential, Fast Response, can come to any location in or out of business hours.

Contact: 1300 735 578 or https://wswrcs.com.au/

Farm Finance Presentation delivered by Malcom Rowe, Victoria West Rural Financial Counselling Service

Download the Simple Cashflow Budget to get you started...

Rural Financial Counselling Service can discuss and help you access:

RIC Loans

Farm Household Allowance

On Farm Drought Infrastructure Grant Program up to $5,000

Drought one on one advisory service - The program offers eligible farmers the opportunity to sit down with a consultant to discuss the best way forward for their business in the current season.

Pastures with Southern Farming Systems

Assessing Pasture Presentation

Pasture Paramedic

How do I Fact Sheets - Persistent & Productive Pastures, access here...

Plant Growth Drivers Presentation

Weed Presentation

Access Weed Fast Facts

How do I know if herbicide application will improve my pasture?

How do I Fact Sheets - Less Weeds, Better Pasture, access here...

How do I Fact Sheets - More Sub Clover, access here...

Nutrients & Soil Condition Presentation

Sowing/over-sowing/ quick feed options presentation

Potential Pests Presentation

Water Presentation

Farm Water Calculator - https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/farm-management/prepare/tools-and-calculators/farm-water-calculator

Field Measurement Guide - https://calculator.agriculture.vic.gov.au/fwcalc/information/field-measurement-guide

Managing Farm Water Supplies- https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/farm-management/water/farm-water-solutions/managing-farm-water-supplies

Livestock with The Livestock Vet, Dr Jane Gaussen

Managing livestock health in the pre-break period

Simple Feed Budget

NDF Intake table

Condition Scoring Sheep 

Condition Scoring Cattle Tech Note

• https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/farm-management/dry-seasons-and-drought-support

• Michelle McClureCommunication and Engagement Coordinator0488 600 692mmclure@sfs.org.au
• Jessie WettenhallSenior Research and Extension Officer0447 848 815jwettenhall@sfs.org.au