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Feed pads, renewable energy and more!

When: 13 December 2023 @ 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Organiser: Agriculture Victoria
Dairy cow exiting the milking shed

Agriculture Victoria invites you to join national experts and specialists on the latest key technologies seen first-hand on-farm.

This free event will include interactive elements involving our special guests – short talks, a visit to three locations on the property and a panel session.
Topics covered will include:

  • Reducing the environmental footprint
  • Technologies and programs in reducing methane emissions
  • Australian guidelines for loose housing, cattle shelters and feed pads
  • Related climatic past and future trends.

Our guest speakers

  • Tim Jelbart – Jelbart Farm
  • Jennie Pryce – Agriculture Victoria
  • Karen Romano – Dairy Australia
  • Peter Best – Innovative Farm Services

This field day will provide the opportunity for all participants to visit three information stations, whilst engaging with national experts and specialists on:

  • Solar energy applications, cost savings and future plans
  • Maternity and calf rearing shedding benefits and relevant technology
  • Feed pad and effluent management integration project
  • Research and data gathering on biodigester feasibility.

Registration and morning tea 8:00 – 9:00 am
Program Start 9:00 am
Program Finish 2:30 pm

Location: Jelbart Dairy, Leongatha South (exact location provided on registration)

Numbers are limited, book early: https://www.trybooking.com/CMZKG

For more event information, please contact Billy Marshall on M: 0418 718 527 E: [email protected]

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Date:
13 December 2023
Time:
8:00 am - 2:30 pm
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Website:
https://www.trybooking.com/CMZKG

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Agriculture Victoria