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Dear Visitor,

2023 Landchat Reminder

In the coming weeks as we wind down for the festive season, the team at Southern New England Landcare are collating the 2023 Landchat for your enjoyment, showcasing in full colour, all the great activities of this year.

Hard copies will be posted to members before Christmas. If you have not already signed up as a member (free), please sign up here before Friday 8th December.

If you are unsure of your membership status, please call 02 6772 9123 to check. Once your membership is renewed, you remain a member until you unsubscribe.

Events | Training | Opportunities

Thankful for Soil Documentary Premier Screening and Q&A

The Thankful for Soil film, produced by Nviro Media with funding and support from Thankful for Farmers, celebrates the story of Australian farmers using the soil beneath their feet to combat climate change and build a brighter future for their family farms.

Thankful for Farmers and Nvrio Media, are hosting an online premier screening and Q&A and providing further information on the film. Landcare groups interested in partnering to host screening events are encouraged to attend the screening and Q&A to learn more.

For more information and to view the film trailer, visit: https://www.thankful4farmers.com.au/thankful-for-soil-film

When: 5th December 2023 on FAO World Soils Day
Time: 7 pm Film Screening Followed by Q&A
Register at: https://events.humanitix.com/thankful-for-soil-online-film-screening

NT LLS Agronomy Updates

Join Northern Tablelands Local Land Services and Barenbrug Australia to learn about weeds, pastures, and forage options to meet your current needs. Topics include:

Weeds – Learn about high-risk weeds in our region, how to identify them, what to do if you find something new on your place and how to reduce the risk to your property.
Forage Options – Practical tips on selecting forage options and factors to consider including seed availability, timing of feed demand, seasonal conditions, breed/variety planting windows, and nutrition requirements.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Uralla: 8.30 am – 11 am at Uralla: Wednesday 6 December, Uralla Showground, 8 King St, Uralla.
Armidale: Tuesday 12 December, Armidale Showground, 5 Dumaresq St, Armidale.
Glen Innes: Wednesday 20 December, Glen Innes Showground, Torrington St, Glen Innes.

More information on the flyer. RSVP at https://www.lls.nsw.gov.au/regions/northern-tablelands/events

Urban Rivers and Catchments Program

Funds available: $150,000 - $2 million

Due date: 5pm 13 February 2024

The Australian Government’s 2023 competitive grant opportunity for the Urban Rivers and Catchments Program is now open, with the grant submissions due 5pm, Tuesday 13 February 2024 AEDT.

Wilmot Cattle Co Field Day 2024

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Date: 28-29th February 2024

Location: Wilmot Farm, 10544 Armidale Rd, Hernani NSW

Pre-event dd-ons for attendees:

9 am–3 pm Tuesday 27th February 2024: Soil Health in Cropping & Irrigation, On-farm experience at “Kuranda” Mullaley & “Morocco” Kelvin – facilitated by Grant Sims, Scott McCalman & Brent Smyth.

1:30-4:30 pm Tuesday 27th February 2024: The Woodburn Story, On-farm experience at “Woodburn” Uralla – facilitated by Grant Wickham & Bart Davidson.

For more information or to see the whole program, visit https://www.wilmotcattleco.com.au/wilmot-field-day-2024/

Wilmot is a proud member and supporter of Southern New England Landcare.

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