Agriculture Victoria

The Victorian Government is helping to boost farm safety by investing in a new online resource to keep people with disabilities who live and work on farms safe. The resource will be available in late 2025. That means people like Billy Bubb, who is paraplegic, will be supported…

🌦️ 🌿 Horticulture producers – wanting to know more about the spring and summer forecasts? Seasonal Risk Agronomist Dale Grey and Bureau of Meteorology’s Agricultural Lead Rachel Davis are joining us to present on upcoming forecasts and Bureau updates. 📍When: Wednesday 30…

Our very own Livestock Industry Development Officer, Fiona Baker, recently shared her world-class knowledge with South Gippsland farmers in Koonwarra. Hosted by South Gippsland Landcare Network, the Managing a Dry Season session covered a variety of useful topics, including:…

Join us for an inspiring Farming Safe and Well episode as we hear from Catherine Velisha, Managing Director and Vy Pham, Production Manager at Velisha Farms about the world of cultural safety in the workplace. Discover how Catherine and Vy are embracing diversity and ensuring…

Farms are homes as well as workplaces. This #FarmingSafeandWell tip is to keep the whole family safe on the farm by providing safe boundaries between the home and workplace. Visit @WorkSafe_Vic to learn more about reducing the risks: worksafe.vic.gov.au/children-farms

🐏 We cannot wait for another year at Sheepvention! The Agriculture Victoria stall is back again with expert staff on hand to answer your questions. While our focus will be on drought and support, our staff will also be showcasing a range of current projects. 🚜 We are also…

Practical support for drought-affected farmers in the south west. ✅ Farm Drought Support Grants of up to $10,000 to support on-farm drought management activities like infrastructure improvements, water carting and pasture re-establishment ✅ Primary Producer Support Payments,…

🌦️ 🌿 Horticulture producers – wanting to know more about the spring and summer forecasts? Seasonal Risk Agronomist Dale Grey and Bureau of Meteorology’s Agricultural Lead Rachel Davis are joining us to present on upcoming forecasts and Bureau updates. 📍When: Wednesday 30…

🚛 The Victorian Drought Freight Network is open in south west Victoria to support fodder and grain movement for farmers in need. Get more information or apply for a free network permit at: shorturl.at/l345G If bringing in fodder from other states (except NT or Tas),…

🐮 ‘We have to be aware of the industry we're in and protect our drivers and our animals.’ Dive into the world of farm safety and livestock handling 🚚 with experts Joel Haberfield and Peter Miller. 🐄 In this Farming Safe and Well episode, we discuss the critical importance…

🎧 🎙️ Welcome to season 10 of Ag Vic Talk. To introduce the Farming Safe and Well season Agriculture Victoria’s Chief Executive Officer Beth Jones joins us to discuss the high-risk aspects of the rewarding business of farming, emphasising the importance of raising awareness,…

🤠 Events to support farmers in drought are happening across the state. From feed budgeting to succession planning, wellbeing to irrigation tips – our teams are here to support your farming business in good times and bad! 📅 Events coming up this week include: July 23:…

✍️ Our technical decision-making support services are now available for farmers across the state. The one-on-one farmer advisory service offers you the opportunity to sit down with a consultant to assess where your business is at, identify key risks and plan the best way…

Drop in and have a chat to us at the Aust. Sheep and Wool Show at Bendigo today, tomorrow and Sunday. If you have any livestock traceability or animal health questions, you will find us at the Technology and Careers Hub, hope to see you there.

This week’s #FarmingSafeandWell tip is to check out how your livestock loading ramps stack up. Loading ramps are built for the safety of the animal, but they also protect the truck driver from the safety risks of loading and unloading livestock. @WorkSafe_Vic has recently…

🚜 Taking care of yourself in tough times is as important as taking care of the farm.  Along with family and friends, there are wellbeing and mental health services available in the community to help you manage challenging times, including: 🌾 National Centre for Farmer…

Farmers who have livestock competing with kangaroos for fodder can apply for the On-Farm Kangaroo Control Rebate now. Farmers can access up to 3 rebates of $450 each (ex-GST) with a 25% co-contribution. Rebates are to be used to engage professional harvesters (authorised by…

🤠 Events to support farmers in drought are happening across the state. From feed budgeting to succession planning, wellbeing to irrigation tips – our teams are here to support your farming business in good times and bad! 📅 Events coming up this week include: July 16:…

📣 Calling all agricultural service providers! We need your to help support drought-affected farmers across the state. 🔎 We’re seeking quotes from consultants, agricultural service agencies and other suitably experienced providers, to deliver technical decision-making support…

The Victorian Government is providing more support for drought-affected farmers. 🌱🚜 ✅ Funding to extend existing infrastructure and secure long term water reliability 💧 $15 million towards the East Grampians Rural Pipeline, also known as the Mininera Rural Pipeline.…