GROWING INDUSTRIAL HEMP, LUCERNE, POPPIES -Â RSVP is required for biosecurity purposes. The WPCLN Sustainable Farming Discussion Group is revisiting Andrew & Cathy's farm on Tues 26th Feb. The format of the day will be slightly different to normal as there will be a morning and afternoon session. The morning session is for our discussion group […]
Victorian farmers are invited to an information session on growing industrial hemp at an on-farm trial site near Neerim. 6 varieties of hemp were planted in Nov & Dec 2018 at various sowing rates with the aim of the trial being to learn how different varieties perform in Gippsland conditions. The afternoon will include; ï‚· […]
Would you like to set up a Facebook page for your group? Facebook can be an effective way of promoting your events, attracting new members and sharing information. This workshop will focus on building your online community, the do’s and don'ts of posts, what all the settings mean and content planning. Social media professional Erika […]
Marty Middy (farmer from Point Leo) invites all farmers to attend a Biodynamic workshop at her farm with Shane Joyce. Shane Joyce is an innovator, pragmatist, long term biodynamic practitioner & was Carbon Cocky of the year in 2012. More info on Shane can be found here The program will run for 2 days on […]
Our first Organic Vegie/Fruit growers discussion group will be at Silvia and Pete the Permie's Telopea Mtn Nursery. Silvia & Pete the Permie purchased their farm in 1994 and have since established an intensive orchard with over 1200 varieties of fruit trees (500+ apples & 100+ plums)! Many of them are rare varieties they are […]
The Neerim District Country Women’s Association are catering our annual Neerim District Landcare Dinner with the flavours of autumn in a delicious three course dinner. A SUPER RAFFLE with generous donations from the local community and guest speakers make up an interesting and fun night out. Come along and support the great work of our […]
This workshop is for GrazFert participants only. Workshop 2 will cover; nutrient budgeting & interpretation of your GrazFert nutrient plan. Tea will be provided from 6pm - 6:30pm & then the facilitated workshop will run from 6:30-9pm Location:Â Drouin Anglican Church Hall, 132 Princes Way, Drouin PLEASE RSVP BY WED 13 MARCH TO : Peter Ronalds […]
The next WPCLN Sustainable Farming Discussion Group will be held at Ingrid & Robert Green’s farm at Tonimbuk. Robert & Ingrid (along with many other farmers) in the Tynong Nth – Labertouche area were impacted by the recent Bunyip bushfire. As they attend our discussion group, instead of our normal farm walk & discussion, we will assist them with some practical support […]
All landowners are welcome to submit an expression of interest to participate in the upcoming Master TreeGrower Program. This is an amazing opportunity to increase your knowledge and apply it to your farm! The course will be delivered by local and national leaders in tree growing on farms and involve visits to many outstanding Gippsland […]
Ever thought about keeping bees in your backyard? Bees are essential for pollinating food plants, plus they make honey! Learn about beekeeping basics with Bec McBride of Bec’s Beehive. Places are limited - afternoon tea provided. To register https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/beekeeping-in-the-burbs-tickets-55883199153