Online Field Day - Growing Southern Gippsland

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Using waste as a resource, and renewable energy opportunities for farmers

Dan and Amelia Bright from Amber Creek Farm & Sawmill operate a mixed farming business growing free-range pigs and a timber milling operation.

Join us to hear how they have designed their farming system for resilience in our changing climate

Topics include:
• Dan Bright on the design of Amber Creek farm including the benefits of using local sources of waste as a resource, and regenerative methods for soil improvement
• Amelia Bright on how the Prom Coast Food Collective supports local farmers and reduces food miles
• Renewable energy options for farmers including the latest on rebates, with Chris Barfoot from the Latrobe Valley Community Power Hub

Registration essential by Monday, October 5.  To register please visit: https://wasteasaresource.eventbrite.com.au

To familiarise yourself with Amber Creek Farm & Sawmill prior to this event watch these two short videos:

- Amber Creek intro and use of waste products

- Pig farming using regenerative soil practices

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