Nullawarre farmer keen to learn in NZ

YOUNG Nullawarre dairy farmer Sam Kermond has been hungry to learn all he can after returning to the industry earlier this year.

Now he’s going to get the opportunity to find out how New Zealand dairy farms operate after being supported by DemoDAIRY Foundation to participate in an upcoming study tour.

Along with Sam, Max Bond, Cooriemungle, Jack Hutt, Bostocks Creek, and William Rea, Allansford, have received scholarships from the DemoDAIRY Foundation to join the five-day tour in late November.

The New Zealand Dairy Study Tour, supported by the Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC), will take participants to five different NZ dairy farming systems, including high production, efficient pasture-based systems, and extended milking interval farms. 

So far this year Sam has immersed himself in workshops and training programs covering everything from rearing calves to dealing with mastitis, and he’s an active member of the Young Dairy Network.

DemoDAIRY Foundation will also consider applications for grants by individuals or groups to fund attendance at any dairy related short courses, special seminars, study tours or events such as the Australian Dairy Conference.

More information can be found at demodairy.com.au/scholarships-and-grants/ or from DDF secretary Ian Teese on 0427 358987 or itag@bigpond.com.