by Melissa Neal | Mar 8, 2015 | Shows
Highlights of the Deni Show were the speed shearing, working dog trials and home crafts pavilion. It was a great opportunity to talk with a number of exhibitors and locals about the show, what they enjoyed the most and what they would like to see in the future. The...
by Melissa Neal | Feb 2, 2015 | Agriculture, Education, RASV
Over the weekend I had the pleasure of navigating the RASV Heifer Challenge vehicle over 2000km to assess over 180 heifers. Travelling and discussing stock with an exceptional cattleman, Judge Jack Woodburn of Forbes, NSW was an amazing experience. This reminded me of...
by Melissa Admin | Oct 30, 2014 | Agriculture, AIA, Leadership
Published in Sheep Central. By Terry Sim, 29 October 2014 A forum looking at the potential for doubling agricultural production by 2030 will be held in Melbourne this month. DEPI’s executive director of agricultural policy, Lill Healy, will open Ag Institute...
by Melissa Neal | Oct 26, 2014 | Education, Shows
The Bendigo Show School Garden Program encourages students and families to learn practically where their food comes from, how plants grow and foster healthy living. Schools are encouraged to enter the two new classes added to the Bendigo Show Horticultural section...
by Melissa Neal | Sep 27, 2014 | RASV, Shows
Being a member of the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) Beef Committee is a fulfilling journey to giving back to others and learning a great deal along the way. This show, I had pleasure in coordinating the Beef Carcase competition at Melbourne Show for...
