FREE  Workshop for Producers

Producers are invited to take part in a free, practical workshop series focuses on supporting practical, whole‑farm system thinking to help reduce risk, protect ground cover and make better decisions with season variability. This two‑part workshop series is designed to help producers make confident, timely decisions.

Part 1 – Strategic Planning – Wednesday 13 May, 2026

Focuses on longer‑term planning to improve resilience and flexibility across your whole farm system which includes:

• Optimising flock or herd structure
• Setting appropriate stocking rates
• Lambing and calving timing
• Pasture mix decisions
• Managing seasonal variability and pasture growth volatility

Part 2 – Tactical Decision‑Making – Thursday 11 June, 2026

Focuses on in‑season triggers and actions, including:

• Whole‑farm pasture cover checkpoints
• Early warning signs of feed shortages or surpluses
• Short‑term management options to respond early and effectively

📍 RIST, 915 Mount Napier Td, Hamilton

📆 Wednesday 13 May, 2026 9.00am -2.00pm

📆 Thursday 11 June, 2026 9.00am -2.00pm

🍴 Morning Tea & Lunch provided

RSVP by Friday 8 May 2026

🔗REGISTER HERE…

 

This event is being delivered by Southern Farming Systems on behalf of Agriculture Victoria as part of the Victorian Government’s statewide Drought Support Package.