SOIL DAY WORKSHOP FOR DAIRY FARMERS

Tuesday 27th May, 10:00am 2:00pm, Strathallan.

Come along for a hands-on Soil Workshop designed specifically for dairy farmers, hosted on-farm at Strathallan. This practical session will focus on understanding the fundamentals of soil health and management - key to improving productivity, pasture performance, and long-term sustainability.

What you can expect:

10:00am - Arrival & Registration. Thanks to Goulburn Broken CMA (GBCMA), all participants can register on arrival for a free soil test, with results to be shared and discussed in a follow-up session in July.
10:30am - Soil Essentials with Christian Bannan. Hear from Christian Bannan, experienced soil scientist, as he walks us through the basics of soil health, structure, and management strategies suited to dairy operations. We'll also examine the on-site soil pit, offering a deeper look into the soil beneath your feet.
1:00pm - Soil Project Overview. Hear about Murray Dairy's new soil project 'Solving soil constraints and improving soil management in dairy production' and what to expect from the upcoming workshops in this series.
1:30pm - Lunch & Networking. Connect with other local farmers and enjoy a lunch provided by us.
2:00pm Finished.

Location: PR & HJ Ford - 1242 McKenzie Road, Strathallan VIC 3622

Date: Tuesday 27th May

Time: 10:00am 2:00pm

Cost: Free (remember to register when you arrive for a free soil test).

RSVP essential Spaces are limited, and free soil tests will only be provided to those registered.

For more info or to register, contact Yvette Williams on 0417 168 535.

This event & project is funded by GBCMA through the Federal Governments Climate Smart Agriculture Program.

Soil health on dairy farms - Strathallan