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PROGRAZE benefits
The benefits of PROGRAZE can be gauged from a survey of people 12 months after the completion of the course: 87% indicated participation in PROGRAZE had resulted, or would result, in improved financial returns to their farm
96% indicated participation in PROGRAZE had resulted, or would result, in improved productivity and stability of pastures on their farm 79% indicated PROGRAZE had either a major or moderate impact on their grazing management. 99% of participants said that they would recommend PROGRAZE to others.
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Course delivery
PROGRAZE is presented to individual groups via a series of 8 half-day workshops. Workshops are generally held 4 weeks apart. The course uses a hands-on approach, with the days being conducted on group members farms with a strong in-paddock approach. Discussions with other producers and practical sessions are combined for an effective learning experience. Workshops will be presented by staff from South East Local Land Services and NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI), including: Fiona Leech: Mixed Farming Systems Officer (South East Local Land Services) Matthew Lieschke: Livestock Officer (South East Local Land Services) Phil Graham: Technical Specialist Livestock Systems Agriculture NSW
Course fee
PROGRAZE is available to producers in the South East Local Land Services region for a fee of $400 per farm business (course fee is normally $670). Two or more members from each farm business may participate for this fee.
RSVP
If you would like to be part of this group, please register your interest by Monday, 14 April. If you can assist in forming a group, please do - PROGRAZE needs participants from at least 12 properties to run.
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