AGRICULTURE Victoria is inviting farmers to sit down with a cuppa and join a series of water planning webinars running over five weeks.
Agriculture Victoria Land Management Extension Officer Clem Sturmfels said deciding on upgrades to your farm water supply requires planning, and there is no one-size-fits-all all answer; however, having a well-considered plan can take the pressure off.
‘Farmers may be asking themselves: do I build a dam, sink a bore or join a rural pipeline? These questions are front of mind this year after a lack of cool-season rainfall, together with warmer-than-average temperatures.
‘To assist with developing a water plan, we are running a series of relaxed and informal morning tea webinars. There will be plenty of time to ask questions and share knowledge and experience.
‘Participants will also have access to a range of past webinar recordings, videos and resources as part of this webinar series.’
Presented by Mr Sturmfels who has more than 45 years’ experience in the design, construction and repair of farm dams and farm water reticulation systems, this series is full of practical information and tips for farmers to help set themselves up now and into the future.
When: 10 am every Tuesday from November 18 through to December 16. Participants are encouraged to attend all five sessions.
Register online, www.agriculture.vic.gov.au/support-and-resources/event-listing/morning-tea-water-webinar-all-you-need-to-know-about-water
The Farm Drought Support Grants provide eligible farmers up to $5,000, and up to $10,000 in south west Victoria, as a co-contribution grant to support activities like water infrastructure upgrades (pipes, tanks, troughs and dams), along with other eligible activities.
Farm businesses across the state can book a free one-on-one session through The Farm Advisory Service with a specialist of their choice from Agriculture Victoria’s panel of farm advisors. These advisors include water experts, farm business advisors, livestock nutritionists, soil and pasture specialists, and veterinarians.
Find more information about drought support at agriculture.vic.gov.au/drought or call 136 186.