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SUMMARY:It’s Beetlemania!
DESCRIPTION:\nTiny. Mighty. Obsessed with poo. We think it’s time to celebrate those hard-working heroes of the soil, the dung beetles.\n\n\n\nWe’re going to be Talkin’ about these hard working critters are out there every day burying dung, improving soil structure, cycling nutrients and helping to keep pastures productive. Less mess on the surface, more goodness back in the ground.\n\n\n\nAt this short workshop, we’re taking a closer look at what’s really going on beneath your feet (and your herd). Because dung beetles aren’t just a nice to have, they’re a powerful natural tool for healthier soils and more efficient farming systems.\n\n\n\nOur Project Officer, Jourdyn, will share all you need to know about our local species, signs of activity and how to monitor populations on your own property.\n\n\n\nWhether you’re already seeing beetles at work or just starting to notice what’s happening in your paddocks, this is a chance to understand how to make them work harder for you.\n\n\n\nWe’ll cover:\n\n\n\n\nWhat dung beetles are\n\n\n\nThe role they play in the ecosystem\n\n\n\nBenefits for soil health, nutrient cycling and pasture productivity\n\n\n\nSigns of activity\n\n\n\nHow dung beetles work and different behaviours\n\n\n\nHow to monitor populations and what to look for\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy should I go?\n\n\n\nThis is the perfect way to find out more about the role these precious beetles play in our ecosystem, how to protect them and how to integrate more beetle-friendly management into your management processes. It will be short, fun, free and we even provide dinner! \n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday, 2nd April 4pm-5.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Lower Blackwood LCDC HQ, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup\n\n\n\nCost? FREE\n\n\n\nWhat Else? Barbecue and drinks provided\n\n\n\nThis project is a part of Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program that aims to improve the health of our South West estuaries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/beetlemania/
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LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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SUMMARY:Whole Farm Planning (3-day course)
DESCRIPTION:\nDesigning a productive farm today means thinking about the whole landscape – not just individual paddocks.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Lower Blackwood LCDC’s 3-day Whole Farm Planning Course is back this year, offering local farmers the chance to step back, look at their property differently and develop practical plans for building healthier, more resilient and productive farms.\n\n\n\nPresented by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, this innovative course will show you how to design and plan a healthy, resilient and productive rural landscape for your farm business. At the end of this 3-day course you will have the confidence to identify issues make decisions and take action to start improving landscape health and enterprise productivity on your property. You will develop a well thought out and whole of farm plan. The course is limited to a maximum of 15 farm enterprises to allow for personalised attention to the participants from the course trainer and will be hands-on and group based, combining theory with lots of practical activities.\n\n\n\nYou will learn:\n\n\n\n\nhow to “see” your landscape using landscape thinking\n\n\n\nabout Landscape Patches: the pieces of your farm’s landscape jigsaw\n\n\n\nthe water and nutrient cycles in rural landscapes\n\n\n\nhow energy flows and biodiversity functions in rural landscapes\n\n\n\nclimate, landforms & soil types on your property\n\n\n\nabout the landscape and agricultural elements of rural planning\n\n\n\nthe different approaches to property planning\n\n\n\nthe 10 steps to effective property planning\n\n\n\n\nYou will also:\n\n\n\n\nuse maps for property planning\n\n\n\nset goals for your farm’s rural landscape & enterprises\n\n\n\nassess your farm’s rural landscape\n\n\n\nidentify & prioritise issues\n\n\n\nbrainstorm strategies for improvement\n\n\n\ndevelop a Farm Plan for a sustainable future\n\n\n\n\nWill this Workshop Benefit Me?\n\n\n\nThis workshop is for farmers who want to future-proof their farms. It offers a rare opportunity to step back from the daily demands of farm life and see your landscape with fresh eyes. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you’ll explore how the natural features of your property can become powerful allies in building a more resilient, productive and sustainable farm. \n\n\n\nCourse Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhere? Margaret River Men’s Shed, 5 Shepherdson Place, Margaret River 6285\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nPart 1 – Planning: April 2026\n\n\n\nDay 1: Monday April 13, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 2: Tuesday April 14, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nPart 2: Putting it into Practice: July 2026\n\n\n\nDay 1: Monday July 13, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch & Morning Tea will be provided + farm maps and planning tools.\n\n\n\nHow much? $110 (incl. GST) per enterprise (for all 3 days)\n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKET HERE ( https://www.trybooking.com/DKNIE )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n WILL THIS WORKSHOP BENEFIT ME?\n\n\n\nTThis workshop is for farmers who want to future-proof their farms. It offers a rare opportunity to step back from the daily demands of farm life and see your landscape with fresh eyes. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you’ll explore how the natural features of your property can become powerful allies in building a more resilient, productive and sustainable farm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor any queries please contact Karen Tearney on Mob: 0410 743 151 | Email: karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\n\n\nThis course is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/whole-farm-planning-2026/
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LOCATION:5 Shepherdson Pl, Margaret River WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260518T090000
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SUMMARY:Smarter Grazing for Better Land
DESCRIPTION:\nYour livestock can do more than just produce meat, milk or wool — they can also help improve the land they graze on.\n\n\n\nHow animals move across a paddock affects everything from soil health and pasture growth to plant diversity and productivity. Managed well, grazing can be a powerful tool for building healthier pastures and more resilient farming systems.\n\n\n\nDifferent animals graze in different ways, and their nutritional needs change throughout the year. Planned grazing helps bring all of this together, using stock movement and timing to get the best out of both your pastures and your livestock.\n\n\n\nAt this workshop, Holistic Grazing expert Dr Judi Earl will share practical insights into different grazing approaches and how they influence pasture growth, composition and production — helping you make the most of the stock you already have on your farm.\n\n\n\nTopics covered include:\n\n\n\n\nThe range of grazing management strategies explained\n\n\n\nManaging animals in tune with seasonal growth cycles\n\n\n\nThe effect of the number of paddocks on rest and recovery of plants\n\n\n\nMatching stocking rate to carrying capacity – feed budgeting\n\n\n\nMethods to measure available feed and pasture growth\n\n\n\nThe importance of residual herbage mass and pasture utilisation\n\n\n\n\nThe Paddock Walk component of the day will be a practical session on measuring herbage mass, and the day will wind up with a question and answer session.\n\n\n\n\nPERSONAL GRAZING CONSULTS\n\n\n\nWorkshop only: $55 (incl GST)Workshop + personal on-farm consult with Dr Judi Earl: $110 (incl GST)\n\n\n\nTo book a personalised consult, you must also attend the workshop.Consults are 2.5 hours and will be held either morning or afternoon from 19-23 May.Make your ticket selection at the checkout then contact karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au to book your consult time.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKET HERE ( https://www.trybooking.com/DKNPB )\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWILL THIS WORKSHOP BENEFIT ME?\n\n\n\nThe workshop is for anyone looking to understand how to use livestock to improve the health and resilience of their farm soils. This workshop is suitable for both experienced and new farmers.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS: \n\n\n\nWhere? The Barn, 294 Bridgelands Rd, Rosa Glen WA 6285\n\n\n\nWhen? Monday May 18th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nCost? $55 (inc GST) per participant / $110 (inc GST) for for workshop + consult\n\n\n\nCatering? Morning tea & lunch will be provided.\n\n\n\nWhat to bring? Your own refillable water bottle, suitable farm footwear, & a notebook & pen.\n\n\n\nHow? Places are limited so don’t wait!\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKET HERE! ( https://www.trybooking.com/DKNPB )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor any queries please contact Karen Tearney on Mob: 0410 743 151 | Email: karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2026. RAPP is supported through funding from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund. This event also forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectare Count’, which is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program. Additional support has been provided through RegenWA’s Accelerating Regenerative Agriculture Adoption Project, and the WA Landcare Network, which is funded by State NRM, Lotterywest and the National Landcare Network.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/smarter-grazing-for-better-land/
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LOCATION:294 Bridgelands Rd, Rosa Glen. 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260313T083000
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SUMMARY:Nutrient Calculator Sessions
DESCRIPTION:\nFree in person sessions with DPIRD Scientists to help you with your soil test data!\n\n\n\nParticipants in the Healthy Estuaries WA Soil Testing Program OR Soils – New Horizons for 2025-2026 in south-west Western Australia’s high rainfall (>600 mm) areas are invited to a free one-on-one session using DPIRD’s Nutrient Calculator.\n\n\n\nDuring the session you will be able to:\n\n\n\n\nWork with a DPIRD representative and an agronomist to enter your own soil test data into the calculator\n\n\n\nUnderstand your soil’s nutrient status and fertiliser requirements\n\n\n\nGet advice on nutrient management including fertiliser types and application rates\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhere? The Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? Friday March 13th, 1hr timeslots available at 8.30am, 9.30am, 10.30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, or 2:30pm \n\n\n\nHow? Register on this event page. If you have any questions please contact Jourdyn Wells at jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/nutrient-calculator-sessions-2-954/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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SUMMARY:Accu-Spread Demonstration Day
DESCRIPTION:\nIs your spreader wasting fertiliser?\n\n\n\nDid you know that most fertiliser spreaders deliver highly variable spread patterns? \n\n\n\nThis means some areas in the paddock receive too much fertiliser and others too little.\n\n\n\nA calibrated spreader can help you get the most from your fertiliser investment and reduce nutrient loss to waterways and the Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development and Department of Water & Environmental Regulation teams will be available to test and calibrate your spreaders! \n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nDate: Friday March 6th, 9am to 3pm\n\n\n\nLocation: 343 Castle Rd, Nillup\n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch provided. Please register at the link on this page and provide dietary requirements and let us know if you’d like your spreader to be tested (limited numbers!). \n\n\n\nPlease inform us if you are bringing a spreader.\n\n\n\nOR RSVP to jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au by Friday the 27th February.\n\n\n\n2026_Accu-SpreadWorkshop_LBLCDC ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2026/02/2026_Accu-SpreadWorkshop_LBLCDC.pptx )Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of our Fertiliser Management project, which  is a part of Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program that aims to improve the health of our South West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/accu-spread-demonstration-day-2-342/
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SUMMARY:Native Seed Collection Know-How for Riparian Zone Restoration
DESCRIPTION:\nHealthy riparian zones don’t happen by accident, they’re built from the ground up, starting with the right seed.\n\n\n\nCollecting and using locally adapted native seed is one of the most effective ways to restore degraded creek lines, stabilise banks, improve water quality and rebuild habitat. The species we choose – and where that seed comes from – directly influence survival rates, resilience to climate pressures, and long-term restoration success.\n\n\n\nNative Seed Know-How for Riparian Zone Restoration will explore why seed provenance matters, how to collect responsibly, and how good seed practices strengthen on-ground restoration outcomes. By sourcing seed from healthy, local plant communities, we maintain genetic diversity, improve establishment success and build resilience into our revegetation projects for the long term.\n\n\n\nThis workshop will be guided by the experts at Cape Life Environmental and Undalup Rangers, with support from our Lower Blackwood LCDC specialist Declan McGill. It will be a will be a unique insight into our local landscape; how to observe carefully, collect respectfully and handle and use native seeds with confidence.\n\n\n\nBe prepared for a morning out in the bush! Gloves, long sleeves and boots must be worn as we’ll be out in the bush to learn the hands-on skills for native seed gathering.\n\n\n\nWe’ll also cover:\n\n\n\n\nWhy we focus on endemic/provenance seed collection\n\n\n\nThe legalities and licensing requirements for native seed collection\n\n\n\nSeed collection: the how, when and why\n\n\n\nOptimum timing for different species\n\n\n\nMethods for seed collection – what gear you will need for efficiency and efficacy\n\n\n\nProcessing seed – species/context specifics and approaches to cleaning/extracting seed\n\n\n\nPlanting out seed – treatments required and ideal techniques\n\n\n\nSite preparation before planting out seeds or seedlings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy should I go?\n\n\n\nThis is a hands-on, info and action-packed workshop that delivers real-world insights into native seed collection, including discussions around the First Nations cultural perspective on seed collection and its connection to custodianship and caring for country.  We’ll even have chance to visit the Cape Life seed processing and storage facilities –  did you know that Cape Life maintains the seedbank collections for the Shire of Augusta Margaret River, Nature Conservation Margaret River Region, the Lower Blackwood LCDC and the Margaret River Community Nursery? \n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday 19 March 9am – 1pm (morning tea included)\n\n\n\nWhere? Meet at the Red Cross Shop in Witchcliffe (54 Red Gate Road, Witchcliffe) and find the Lower Blackwood LCDC banner. After seed collecting participants will take their own transport to Cape Life HQ in Margaret River for morning tea and seed processing. \n\n\n\nCost? FREE\n\n\n\nWhat Else? BYO refillable water bottle, hat, wear appropriate footwear, long sleeves, gloves and dress for the weather as it may be hot. \n\n\n\nThis project is a part of Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program that aims to improve the health of our South West estuaries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/native_seed_collection_know-how/
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SUMMARY:Soil Health – What is it and how do we get there?
DESCRIPTION:\nWhether you’re a small landholder or an established livestock farmer, this workshop’s for you. For our land to thrive we need to boost our soils, and in this one-day workshop you’ll have the chance to really get your hands dirty. What does ‘soil health’ actually mean?\n\n\n\nPresented by Kevin Elmy, a third generation Canadian farmer, agronomist, cover cropping specialist and author. After buying highly degraded “dirt” in 1999, Kevin spent over two decades rebuilding soil function using cover crops, diverse rotations and well-managed livestock. He is now a Regenerative Agriculture coach in Canada and around the world. He’s a long-term visitor to the south-west, and has recognised many surprising similarities between our soils and the soils in Canada.\n\n\n\nThis full-day workshop will give you practical insights into what healthy soil really is, how to assess this on your own property, and practical, tested strategies to building healthy soils. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also cover: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is healthy soil? What should we look for? How do we identify causes vs symptoms of soil health? And what are clear, achievable pathways towards improved soil health?\n\n\n\nHow to measure soil health: we’ll have the chance to analyse and measure soil health out in the field and get recommendations for laboratory analysis\n\n\n\nThe biological and physical processes that drive fertile, functional soils\n\n\n\nFertiliser management for soil health\n\n\n\nWhat are the problems you need to tackle? Kevin will coach participants through practical ways to approach improving your own soil health and addressing the challenges on your farm \n\n\n\nHow to incorporate and manage livestock to turbocharge building healthy soil \n\n\n\nCover cropping strategies, designing cover crop blends and how “functional plant diversity” can boost soil health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill this workshop benefit me?\n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for small-scale, new landholders as well as established larger scale farmers who want clear, practical guidance without the jargon. You’ll leave with a solid foundation of the processes that go into building resilient soils and the confidence to put that knowledge into action on your own land.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday February 12, 9.30am to 3.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Margaret River Senior High School (access via Boodjidup Road)\n\n\n\nCost? $50 (incl GST)\n\n\n\nWhat Else? Morning Tea & Lunch provided\n\n\n\nBYO refillable water bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear, and dress for the weather (please bring a hat as it may be hot).\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Spot!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2026. RAPP is supported through funding from the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s Environmental Management Fund. This event also forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectare Count’. The project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program (State Natural Resource Management Program ( https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-primary-industries-and-regional-development/state-natural-resource-management-program )). Additional support has been provided through RegenWA’s Accelerating Regenerative Agriculture Adoption Project, and the WA Land care Networks. The WA Landcare Network is funded by State NRM, Lotterywest and the National Landcare Network.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/soil_health_what_is_it/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251204T120000
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SUMMARY:Stress-Free Stockmanship: Practical Tools for Low-Stress Livestock Handling
DESCRIPTION:\nA live webinar event\n\n\n\nJoin us for a practical, down-to-earth session led by Bruce Maynard, 4th generation farmer, agricultural innovator, and Bob Hawke Landcare Award recipient, to explore the foundations of no-stress stock handling and how these simple, animal-centred principles can transform livestock performance, handler safety, and whole-farm efficiency\n\n\n\nBruce will help us unpack the how and why behind low-stress techniques:\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding livestock behaviour, refining your presence and movement, and creating calmer, more responsive animals. \n\n\n\nLooking at low- and no-stress yard design, highlighting the key features that support natural livestock flow.\n\n\n\n\nYou’ll learn the real-world benefits of these approaches, from reduced labour and improved animal welfare to better weight gains, fewer setbacks, and a safer working environment for everyone involved.\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to low-stress handling or looking to sharpen your skills, this session offers practical tools and insights you can put to work straight away.\n\n\n\nStick around for the Q&A at the end to ask questions and share your own experiences with fellow graziers from across the region.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday December 4th 12.00pm to 1.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar ( https://lowerblackwood.clickmeeting.com/stress-free-stockmanship-practical-tools-for-low-stress-livestock-handling/register )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC event forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectare Count’. The project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program (State Natural Resource Management Program ( https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-primary-industries-and-regional-development/state-natural-resource-management-program ))\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/stress-free-stockmanship-practical-tools-for-low-stress-stock-handling-webinar/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251202T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251202T183000
DTSTAMP:20251113T152638Z
CREATED:20251113
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:21
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SUMMARY:Lower Blackwood Land Conservation Committee Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our Annual General Meeting & Sundowner.\n\n\n\nAnother year has flashed by…and we’d love to let you know what we’ve been up to for the past 12 months, and share our plans and ideas for 2026. Come join us at the Berry Farm to find out more!\n\n\n\nOur  Chair, committee and crew will take you through the multitude of projects we’ve rolled out over the year, the highlights, the learnings, the challenges and the celebrations. You’ll also get the low-down on our financials and our Annual Report.\n\n\n\nAnd if you’d like to join us, this is your chance! There will be a call out for new committee members (see details below). \n\n\n\nWe’ll finish off the night with a sundowner full of drinks, chats and nibbles, be a great way for you to get to know us a bit better!\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\n\n\nWhere? The Berry Farm, 43 Bessell Road, Rosa Glen\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday 2nd December\n\n\n\n4.30pm – 5.30pm: AGM\n\n\n\n5.30pm – 6.30pm: Sundowner\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCall out for New Members\n\n\n\nIt’s a pretty easy gig – all we need is your full attention & attendance at a committee meeting every 2 months, and at the AGM, along with reading and responding to the occasional correspondence from our Executive Officer…so if you are a Lower Blackwood land manager, and really care about what happens in our catchment, then this is your chance to make a difference… put your hand up!\n\n\n\n\nComplete Your Nomination Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to talk to someone first? Contact Rebecca Archer, Executive Officer (Acting), E: rebecca.archer@lowerblackwood.com.au ( mailto:rebecca.archer@lowerblackwood.com.au ) | T: 9758 4021\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/annual-general-meeting-922/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:43 Bessell Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251118T103000
DTSTAMP:20251030T121446Z
CREATED:20251030
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:28
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SUMMARY:The Dirt on Soil Health .. Secret to Strong Pastures and Healthy Stock
DESCRIPTION:\nA live webinar event\n\n\n\nHealthy soil is the backbone of any successful grazing enterprise — it supports pasture growth, livestock performance, and farm resilience. But what does “soil health” actually mean, and how can we start improving it?\n\n\n\n Join us for this one-hour webinar as we unpack the fundamentals of soil health in grazing systems. Presented by well reknowned cover crop farmer & educator Kevin Elmy, we’ll explore:\n\n\n\n\nthe telltale signs of healthy versus unhealthy soils.\n\n\n\nthe natural processes that build fertile, functional soil.\n\n\n\nhow plants and microbes can work together to boost soil structure, fertility, and productivity.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re just starting to explore soil health or looking to fine-tune what you’re already doing, this session will help you make sense of what’s happening under your feet — and how small changes can make a big difference.\n\n\n\nStick around for the Q&A at the end to ask questions and share your own experiences with fellow graziers from across the region.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday November 18th 9.00am to 10.30am\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC event forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectare Count’. The project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program (State Natural Resource Management Program ( https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-primary-industries-and-regional-development/state-natural-resource-management-program ))\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/the-dirt-on-soil-health-secret-to-strong-pastures-and-healthy-stock/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-f0b9c7828b267d70641098732aaca656@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251126T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251126T183000
DTSTAMP:20251021T102030Z
CREATED:20251021
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Hardy Inlet Estuary Forum
DESCRIPTION:\nLower Blackwood Landcare and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation invite you to join us at the Augusta Hotel to find out more about the health of our precious estuary.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/hardy-inlet/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:53 Blackwood Avenue
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UID:MEC-27e7d2d0048122fae0f4eb401077df0d@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20251014T142736Z
CREATED:20251014
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:20
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SUMMARY:Homegrown Nutrition – getting the best from your farm home vege patch.
DESCRIPTION:\nA live webinar event – REVISED DATE TUESDAY OCTOBER 28TH 7.00PM\n\n\n\nEven on a busy family farm, the home veggie garden can be a powerhouse of nutrition and flavour. This practical webinar will show you how to make your garden more productive, resilient, and nutrient-rich — using the same land you already have.\n\n\n\nThis Talkin’ After Hours webinar presented by farmer and educator Dan Kittredge from the Bionutrient Food Association, explores proven, down-to-earth methods to:\n\n\n\n\n🌱 Build healthy, living soil that grows nutrient-packed vegetables\n\n\n\n🌿 Improve the flavour, colour, and shelf life of your produce naturally\n\n\n\n🥕 Use simple tools and soil tests to understand what your garden really needs\n\n\n\n🌞 Make the most of your seasons and local conditions for steady harvests\n\n\n\n🐞 Strengthen your garden’s natural defences and reduce pest problems organically\n\n\n\n\nWho is this webinar for? \n\n\n\nWhether your patch is a few raised beds or a large family plot, you’ll walk away with the know-how to grow vegetables that nourish you & your family’s health — and improve your soil for years to come.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday October 28th, 7.00pm to 8.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC event forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectare Count’. The project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program (State Natural Resource Management Program ( https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-primary-industries-and-regional-development/state-natural-resource-management-program ))\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/home-grown-nutrition/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-339e1f3c4cfdd33fa17637c74bf5df09@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251113T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251113T120000
DTSTAMP:20251009T142322Z
CREATED:20251009
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:15
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SUMMARY:DIY Soil Sampling Training Day
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin fellow farmers & DPIRD Officers to learn how to collect accurate soil samples on your farm.\n\n\n\nDIYsoilsampling_A4_Flyer_2025 ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2025/10/DIYsoilsampling_A4_Flyer_2025_Template-LB.pptx )Download\n\n\n\nTraining will be provided by DPIRD officers.\n\n\n\nYou will learn how to:\n\n\n\n\nTake accurate and representative soil samples of your farm.\n\n\n\nSet-up the sampling drill and auger.\n\n\n\nGPS your sample locations.\n\n\n\nUse sample bags correctly.\n\n\n\n\nThis training is highly recommended for participants of the Healthy Estuaries WA soil sampling program and the Soils – New Horizons Program, but everyone is welcome.\n\n\n\nPreparing for the training:\n\n\n\n\nWatch the short training video before attending the field day.\n\n\n\nDress appropriately (hat, boots, long pants etc.).\n\n\n\nBring a water bottle, sunscreen is provided.\n\n\n\nIf possible, bring a charged smart phone or tablet with a SIM card slot (doesn’t need a sim).\n\n\n\nInstall FileMaker Go app if using iPhone or iPad.\n\n\n\nIf possible, bring a charged battery drill.\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday November 13th, 9.00am to 12.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Margaret River Senior High School Farm Sheds (just off Boodjidup Road, Margaret River)\n\n\n\nWhat else?  BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather.\n\n\n\n\n\nAlternative dates and locations for DIY training ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2025/10/Alternative-dates-and-locations-for-DIY-training-1.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend this session, below is a list of alternate locations and dates for the workshop with other catchment groups. \n\n\n\nIf you are planning on attending a different session, you need to let us and the RSVP catchment officer know.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/diy-soil-sampling-training-day-3-645/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events,Soil Health
LOCATION:Margaret River Senior High School
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UID:MEC-0d88763f1847f6cefc78c651ecc42cdf@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251106T160000
DTSTAMP:20250930T152227Z
CREATED:20250930
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:Stock Smart – Livestock Essentials for Small Properties
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/stock-smart-livestock-essentials-for-small-properties/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
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UID:MEC-08c04a234c59ed654221cd34078a489f@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251111T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251111T163000
DTSTAMP:20250930T151518Z
CREATED:20250930
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:12
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SUMMARY:Environmental Weeds: A Community Action Workshop
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for a hands-on workshop focused on controlling environmental weeds in the Lower Blackwood catchment. As part of our Environmental Weed Control Support project, this event brings together landholders, naturalists, local government and Indigenous groups to learn, collaborate and act.\n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn:\n\n\n\n\nIdentify priority environmental weeds threatening bushland and riparian zones (such as Apple of Sodom, Bleeding Heart Tree, weedy wattles, Blackberry, Arum Lily)\n\n\n\nPractical techniques and strategies for safe, effective weed control\n\n\n\nHow to plan for follow-up treatment and maintain long-term control\n\n\n\nFunding, support and contractor engagement opportunities through the Lower Blackwood program\n\n\n\n\nThese environmental weeds are gradually encroaching upon our natural remnants, outcompeting native plants, and altering habitat structure. Without coordinated, continued effort, their spread will escalate costs and degrade biodiversity. This workshop is one step toward effective catchment-scale control.\n\n\n\nWe’ll also go through how to use the “Citizen Science Weed Mapping” App from NatureConservation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics \n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday November 11th, 2.30pm to 4:30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup\n\n\n\nWhat Else? Afternoon tea and coffee will be provided.\n\n\n\nBring a notebook, sturdy shoes, hat, water bottle, and a willingness to get your hands dirty! (Tools and materials will be provided where needed.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is a part of our Environmental Weed Control Support project, which is supported through funding from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/environmental-weeds-a-community-action-workshop/
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-e240f783de5c9ea54f362c8f65d6eb69@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250925T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250925T170000
DTSTAMP:20250915T152646Z
CREATED:20250915
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:2
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SUMMARY:Feral Pests in the Scott River – Project Update & Community Evening
DESCRIPTION:\nThis is an invite only event – to register please email jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\n\n\nThe Scott River Coastal Plain (SCP) is a place of extraordinary ecological and cultural value, home to nationally important wetlands, a threatened ecological community, and significant Aboriginal heritage sites. But this unique landscape is under growing threat from feral pigs and feral cats.\n\n\n\nPigs are tearing up wetlands and farmland, while cats silently hunt native wildlife—both leaving lasting damage to biodiversity, production, and cultural values.\n\n\n\nJoin us as we share the outcomes from the first year of our Feral Pig Focus and Feral Cat Focus projects. Hear from Project Officer Jeff John, and LBVPMG trappers Les Dunnet and Shane Franklin, as they unpack the realities of monitoring and trapping feral pigs, the rising concerns around feral cats, and the impacts these pests are having on our environment. \n\n\n\nThe evening will finish with pulled pork (or pulled jackfruit) rolls and plenty of time for questions and conversation.\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\nProject updates from Jeff John, Les Dunnet & Shane Franklin\n\n\n\nCommunity Q&A\n\n\n\nDinner & networking\n\n\n\n\nPlease let us know if you have any dietary requirements.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Feral Pig Focus Project is funded by a Community Stewardship Grant, an initiative of the Western Australian Government managed through the State National Resource Management (NRM) Program at the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. Additional funding has been provided the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River, the Shire of Nannup, Peppermint Estate Pty Ltd., and Delta Forestry Pty. Ltd. This project is facilitated through a continuing partnership between the Lower Blackwood LCDC and the Lower Blackwood Vertebrate Pest Management Group.\n\n\n\nThis Feral Cat Focus Project is supported by funding from the State Government’s Feral Cat Management Grants. Funding is delivered by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s State Natural Resource Management (NRM) program in partnership with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation, and Attractions. It is facilitated through a continuing collaboration between the Lower Blackwood LCDC and the Lower Blackwood Vertebrate Pest Management Group\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/feral-pests-in-the-scott-river-project-update-community-evening/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288
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UID:MEC-32f57b05e13cc66c536619f3cda36b39@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250922T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250922T170000
DTSTAMP:20250910T175530Z
CREATED:20250910
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
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SUMMARY:Dung Beetle Sundowner: Discover the Power Beneath Your Paddocks
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for an evening in the paddock exploring the fascinating world of dung beetles and the big impact these little creatures have on farm productivity and soil health. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn the basics of dung beetles, their life cycles, behaviours, and the role they play in breaking down manure. We’ll look at the many benefits they bring, from boosting soil health and improving nutrient cycling, to reducing parasites and flies.\n\n\n\nHear about simple farm management practices that can help you look after dung beetles on your property, and get an update on our local Dung Beetle Soil Health Initiative – an ongoing program aiming to fill the gaps, monitor beetle activity, and map out future work.\n\n\n\nThe evening will also include a paddock walk with hands-on monitoring demonstrations to help identify local species and their activity periods. \n\n\n\nYou can also bring a livestock poop sample from your own place to get hands-on and learn how to look for dung beetles yourself!Just bring a dung sample in a bucket on the day\n\n\n\nThere’ll be plenty of time for questions, discussion, and sharing insights over a sundowner BBQ and drinks.\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/dung-beetle-sundowner-discover-the-power-beneath-your-paddocks/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:204 Twenty Four Road, Karridale, WA 6288
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UID:MEC-a02f16107bfaf3ec05880f999ebe0523@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250915T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250915T213000
DTSTAMP:20250731T151128Z
CREATED:20250731
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:‘Roots so Deep’ Screening + Live Q&A
DESCRIPTION:\nWA Premiere Screening + Panel DiscussionPresented by CarbonLink with support from the Lower Blackwood LCDC as part of the RegenWA Conference and Grounded Festival event programs.CarbonLink is proud to partner with US documentary maker Peter Byck to bring ‘Roots So Deep (You Can See the Devil Down There)‘ to Western Australia for the first time, following hugely popular screenings on the east coast earlier this year.\n\n\n\nWith over 130 million views worldwide, this compelling documentary explores the intersection of traditional and regenerative farming practices through the lens of a landmark grazing experiment. A $10 million dollar research project funded by McDonald’s, it compared time-controlled and continuous grazing across ten farm families in the United States. It’s the most comprehensive holistic study of its kind and offers an honest, science-backed look at the future of grazing systems – told from both sides of the fence.\n\n\n\nThe film provides a captivating summary of the science, the outcomes and the journeys of the people involved.After the screening, you’ll have the opportunity to hear from a panel of experts who will bring the film’s insights into the Australian context:\n\n\n\n\nDr Terry McCosker OAM, renowned innovator in Australian agriculture and founder of RCS & CarbonLink.\n\n\n\nFilmmaker and Director Peter Byck, joining virtually from Arizona.\n\n\n\nA local Margaret River landholder, sharing their practical perspective from the region.\n\n\n\nHosted and facilitated by Kate Tarrant from Lower Blackwood LCDC\n\n\n\n\nTogether, they’ll explore the challenges and opportunities facing farming families, and the resilience needed to build a more sustainable future.\n\n\n\nThis thought-provoking event is for anyone passionate about agriculture, sustainability, and the future of Australian farming. Bring your neighbours, staff, family, and friends – everyone is welcome.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer and tell your friends!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Monday September 15th, 5.30pm to 9.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? The Margaret River Men’s Shed, 5 Shepherdson Pl, Margaret River WA 6285\n\n\n\nCost? $25. Light refreshments included. This is a public event and everyone is welcome\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Ticket\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that the Lower Blackwood LCDC supports the screening of this docu-series , however this support must not be taken as an endorsement of the docu-series screening funder Carbon Link or associated companies.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/roots-so-deep-screening-live-qa/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250909T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250909T170000
DTSTAMP:20250731T110529Z
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SUMMARY:Demonstrating the Difference Stage 2 – A Project Field Walk
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nIn Stage 1 of the Demonstrating the Difference Project, some commonly used fertility program approaches were applied to strips of a multi-species cover crop mix, under different grazing regimes to assess the pros and cons of alternative forage production practices. Three different programs and a control were implemented on replicated, randomised strips. Benchmark soil tests were taken, and dry matter and forage quality data was collected. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out more about Stage 1 ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/past-projects/demonstrating-the-difference/ )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe project is now being continued over into a second season. One of the observed outcomes from Stage 1 was that grazing, and not grazing across a section of the strips in the growing season significantly altered the plant species composition in those sections. Where the mix was grazed, more graze tolerant species persisted, where it was not grazed, taller annual species dominated. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind our more about Stage 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this 1/2 day field walk, project consultants Mark Tupman & Graham Mussell will give an overview of the project, a walk and talk on how the project has been implemented, plus present the data that’s been collected and share the project findings.\n\n\n\nIn addition to the the Demonstrating the Difference Field Walk, Graham Mussell will give participants a show and tell of a second study being undertaken on the property. The Pasture 365 study is investigating whether certain combinations of pasture species exhibit greater resilience to more frequent and prolonged dry periods in regions that typically receive high rainfall. \n\n\n\nIn many areas, livestock producers often use a limited variety of pasture species for grazing, with a focus typically placed on two or three species. As it is becoming more popular to sow a wide range of species the study will measure pasture production of annual and perennial species growing in mixtures with different complexities and number of pasture species.   The project is looking at whether farmers can successfully include a large range of species including grasses, legumes and herbs in a pasture and does that diversity help during those dry times. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out more about Pasture 365\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLastly, as part of the afternoons activities, we will undertake some basic assessments of plant species growth and composition in the areas under different treatments to see if there are any notable differences AND get a lesson on how to take pasture tissue samples.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday September 9th, 1.30pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Blackwood Springs Farm, 1220 Warner Glen Rd, Warner Glen 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC project is hosted by Dairy Farmers Neville, Gary & Elaine Haddon and is led by consultant & agroecologist Mark Tupman of Productive Ecology with assistance from agronomist Anthony Quinlan of Soil Dynamics, and agronomist Graham Mussell of TopSoil Agriculture.\n\n\n\nThe project is supported through funding from Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/demonstrating-the-difference-a-project-field-walk-730/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1220 Warner Glen Road, Warner Glen 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251016T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251016T170000
DTSTAMP:20250717T153145Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250722
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SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:RAPP 2025 Peer Group Session #5: Program Wrap & Review
DESCRIPTION:\nThis final session for RAPP 2025 will be a look at cell grazing in action, and we’ll dig some soil cubes to see what impact perennials in the pasture and grazing has had on soil.\n\n\n\nWe’ll also discuss transitioning from growing season to non growing season grazing and it will be a last chance to ask Mark anything related to the program activities.\n\n\n\nWe’ll finish off with a debrief on the program, and your critical feedback will be appreciated to aid us with the final design of RAPP 2026. We look forward to seeing you there\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday October 16th, 3.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Emu Creek Farm, 65 Earnshaw Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-5-program-wrap-review-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:65 Earnshaw Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250918T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20250717T150827Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250728
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:6
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SUMMARY:RAPP 2025 Peer Group Session #4: Review Your Diverse Pastures & Spring Fertility Program
DESCRIPTION:\nSpring is an important time to review the health of your cover crop or pasture, and make decisions around how to manage grazing and nutrition heading into spring.\n\n\n\n\nAll this and more will be explored with program coach Mark Tupman.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday September 18th, 3.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? 204 Twenty Four Road, Karriale WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats.\n\n\n\nPlease note that this session is only open to RAPP 2025 Participants.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-2025-peer-group-session-4-review-your-diverse-pastures-spring-fertility-program/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:204 Twenty Four Road, Karridale, WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250814T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250814T170000
DTSTAMP:20250715T164841Z
CREATED:20250715
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:RAPP 2025 Peer Group Session # 3: Monitoring Soil & Pasture Health
DESCRIPTION:\nFacilitated by program coach Mark Tupman, this peer group session will take you through a range of planning and practical activities to monitor the health & productivity of your soil & pasture.\n\n\n\nIn addition we will take you through a refresher on the Soil Mentor App as a tool to record your soil and pasture observations.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday August 14th, 3pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? 252 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6290\n\n\n\nWhat else? We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, drinks and chats. Please note that this session is only open to RAPP 2025 \n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-2025-peer-group-session-3-monitoring-soil-pasture-health/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:252 Kudardup Road, Kudardup 6290
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250805T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250805T133000
DTSTAMP:20250715T161203Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250722
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:It’s a Bugs Eat Bugs World – how to harness nature to manage pests.
DESCRIPTION:\nA live webinar event\n\n\n\nAccording to the United Nations Food & Agriculture Organisation, annual losses due to pests and diseases are estimated to be around $ 200-300 billion globally, with up to 40% of crop losses caused by pests & disease. To try to combat this, pesticide usage goes up every year but crop losses remain high. What are we doing wrong and how can we fix it?\n\n\n\nThis Talkin’ After Hours webinar presented by entomologist Dr Anthony Rice from Granite Belt Integrated Pest Management, takes a dive into the world of IPM and how we can reduce our use of pesticides by using bugs to manage other not so welcome bugs. Questions answered in the webinar will include:\n\n\n\n\nWhy do we need to change how we are managing our agricultural pests, biodiversity declines and the threat to our natural ecosystems?\n\n\n\nWhat is IPM?\n\n\n\nHow do I get started with IPM on my farm?\n\n\n\nWhat else can we all be doing to help the spineless majority?\n\n\n\n\nWho is this webinar for? \n\n\n\nAnyone interested in reducing or eliminating pesticides when managing insect pests on their farm, horticultural enterprises or home garden.\n\n\n\nBe Webinar Ready!\n\n\n\nOur podcast with Dr Rice recorded earlier this year gives you a sneak preview of what will be in the webinar:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTune in to the full podcast here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday August 5th, 12.00pm to 1.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar ( https://lowerblackwood.clickmeeting.com/it-s-a-bugs-eat-bugs-world-how-to-harness-nature-to-manage-pests/register )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC event forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectare Count’. The project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program (State Natural Resource Management Program ( https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-primary-industries-and-regional-development/state-natural-resource-management-program ))\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/its-a-bugs-eat-bugs-world-how-to-harness-nature-to-manage-pests/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250729T160000
DTSTAMP:20250715T114056Z
CREATED:20250715
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Plan Your Farm Landscape – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:\nThis 1 day workshop is the final part of the Plan Your Farm Landscape course for RAPP 2025 participants and will recap and extend on what was covered in part 1 of the course.\n\n\n\nCOURSE LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\nWhere? Alexandra Bridge Hall, 1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday July 29th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch & Morning & Afternoon Tea will be provided. Please remember to bring your farm maps, map layers, pens, & notes from part 1.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2025, and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/plan-your-farm-landscape-973/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Course
LOCATION:1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250710T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250710T170000
DTSTAMP:20250630T175505Z
CREATED:20250630
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:20
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SUMMARY:RAPP Peer Group Session # 2: Grazing on the Ground
DESCRIPTION:\nWe know that planned grazing management encourages pasture growth and soil health. Planning your grazing allows you to control:\n\n\n\n\nplant competition\n\n\n\nplant and pasture growth rates\n\n\n\npasture utilisation\n\n\n\npasture composition – species diversity\n\n\n\n\nOf particular importance is managing livestock to get effective grazing without allowing for a ‘second bite’ – we can grow more pasture by leaving more behind.  This can be achieved through appropriate stock density with more paddocks available per mob.\n\n\n\nIn this peer group session we will share practical & efficient ways in which you can increase the number of paddocks per mob that you have, and how to use stock density as a tool to drive pasture change.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday July 10th, 2.30pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Little Wychwood Farm, 140 McLeod Creek Rd, Karridale, 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this session is only open to RAPP 2025 Participants.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-2-grazing-on-the-ground-476/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250715T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250715T170000
DTSTAMP:20250626T152752Z
CREATED:20250626
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:35
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SUMMARY:The Johnson Su Composting System & BEAM
DESCRIPTION:\nA NO TURN SYSTEM FOR CREATING FUNGALLY RICH & BIOLOGICALLY DIVERSE COMPOST\n\n\n\nJOIN US FOR THIS ‘HANDS-ON’ HALF DAY WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nIn his research looking at biological soil enhancements, Dr David Johnson from the Institute of Sustainable Agriculture at New Mexico State University (NMSU), found a high population of soil fungi in the soil is critical to a plant’s productivity in healthy agricultural systems.\n\n\n\nThe weeds that typically grow well in poor soil are indicative of a low fungal contingent, and play a part in the initial stages of transition from a poorer soil towards one that can support higher order plants. In order to move up the ladder some controlled disturbance is necessary – this can be created by grazing animals, which with their activity and dung, create a microbiological inoculation event that moves with the animals. In the absence of animals or to increase the impact of those animals, the addition to soils of a fungally rich and biologically diverse compost inoculant, in combination with a diverse array of living plant roots, will kick start the process of soil transition.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Johnson-Su Composting System, developed by Dr Johnson and his wife Hui-Chun Su Johnson, is a method of creating this fungal-rich compost. The bioreactor mimics what happens to dung and organic matter on grasslands, “it’s approximately 70% moisture content, doesn’t require turning, shouldn’t freeze and is always aerobic.”\n\n\n\nBuilt using easily sourced, relatively cheap materials, it’s placed on a pallet to allow good airflow from below, keeping the process aerobic, together with the six air columns created with pipes during the construction and filling phase. The pipes are pulled out after 24 hours as the pile completely stabilises itself with newly developed fungal hyphae and actinomycetes.\n\n\n\nThis ‘hands on’ workshop facilitated by Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology, will give participants the opportunity to learn how to build & fill their own Johnson Su Bioreactor, together with tips on how to maintain composting conditions to ensure that the compost produced is actually fungal rich and biologically diverse at the end of its maturing process. In addition Mark will explore the BEAM approach (Biologically Enhanced Agricultural Management) – how to use the end product of the composting system to get most benefits for your land.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWILL THIS WORKSHOP BENEFIT ME?\n\n\n\nAs the Johnson Su Composting System, & the application of the matured compost inoculant can be easily scaled, this workshop is suitable for land managers of small and large operations alike.\n\n\n\nBE WORKSHOP READY!\n\n\n\nTo get the maximum value from the workshop and to fully understand why the Johnson Su Composting System is so effective in kick starting soil ecosystems, watch our previous webinar on the Johnson Su Composting System & BEAM with Dr Johnson and Hui-Chun Su Johnson.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\nWhere: 168 Clews Road, Cowaramup, 6284\n\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday July 15th, 2.00pm to 5.00pm, afternoon tea included.\n\n\n\nCost: FREE\n\n\n\nWhat else: Bring your own refillable water bottle, a hat, suitable footwear, & a notebook & pen.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectare Count’. The project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program (State Natural Resource Management Program ( https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-primary-industries-and-regional-development/state-natural-resource-management-program ))\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/myo-johnson-su-compost-bioreactor-157/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:168 Clews Rd Cowaramup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250728T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250728T180000
DTSTAMP:20250623T170929Z
CREATED:20250623
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:13
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SUMMARY:Scott River Community Workshop + BBQ
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for an informative, practical and down-to-earth afternoon focused on the health of our soils, rivers, and community!\n\n\n\nWe’re excited to welcome renowned soil ecologist David Hardwick as workshop facilitator, guiding us through a short session on sustainable land management in the Scott River.\n\n\n\nWith Guest Presenters\n\n\n\n\nIMG & Clay – with Brad Degens (DWER) and Brooke Anderson\n\n\n\nWater Management in the Scott – with Lance Mudgeway (Mulloon Institute)\n\n\n\nSoil Testing & What It Tells Us – with Dean Campbell\n\n\n\nOpen Group Discussion – share local knowledge & ideas\n\n\n\nBBQ & Drinks – wind down, connect, and explore opportunities to collaborate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to learn from experts, share your experience, and build connections with fellow landholders and community members.\n\n\n\nFREE to attend – BBQ and refreshments provided!RSVP essential – spaces are limited!\n\n\n\nThis event is open to Scott River Farmers, Landholders and Land managers only\n\n\n\nLet’s dig deep – for healthier soils and a more connected catchment.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event makes up part of our Continuing to Engage with Scott River Farmers Project, which is supported through funding from the State Natural Resource Management (NRM) Program.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/scott-river-community-workshop-bbq/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Corner of Gov Broome Rd & Milyeannup Coast Rd
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250604T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250604T160000
DTSTAMP:20250507T134909Z
CREATED:20250507
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:Soil Microscopy Basics
DESCRIPTION:\nGet a practical introduction to soil microscopy with this hands-on workshop.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our interactive workshop to gain practical insights into the vital role of soil microbes in nurturing healthy soil and plants. Whether you’re involved in urban gardening, a revegetation project, or managing larger acreages, this workshop is designed to deepen your understanding of the living soil beneath our feet!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE workshop will show you how to:\n\n\n\n•Use and care for microscopes\n\n\n\n•Take and prepare soil samples for microbial assessment\n\n\n\n•Identify key soil microorganisms\n\n\n\n•Conduct a basic assessment of soil microbial health\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP asap as places are limited! Specify any dietary requirements as morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are provided.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Wednesday June 4th, 9am to 4pm. Registration at 8:45am. \n\n\n\nWhere? 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup, WA.\n\n\n\nWhat Else? BYO refillable drink bottle. Please RSVP asap as places are limited! Specify any dietary requirements as morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are provided.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/soil-microscopy-basics/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Soil Health
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250605T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250605T160000
DTSTAMP:20250508T100549Z
CREATED:20250508
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:8
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SUMMARY:Trees on Farms
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for this one day workshop & field walk to explore integrating trees on your farm to enhance your natural capital and boost enterprise profitability.\n\n\n\nPresenters Kristy Stewart (Yan Yan Gurt West Farm), Charles Otway (Terra Perma), and Forester Bob Hingston will cover a range of ways to integrate trees into your farm. Workshop topics covered include:\n\n\n\n\nWhy Trees on Farms\n\n\n\nWho’s doing what on their farm\n\n\n\nFarm Design for Trees in the Landscape\n\n\n\nYan Yan Gurt West Farm Case Study\n\n\n\nTrees on Farms Field Walk and an introduction to Master Tree Growers.\n\n\n\n\nWILL THIS WORKSHOP BENEFIT ME?\n\n\n\nThe workshop is for anyone looking to improve their farms natural capital with trees. This workshop is suitable for both experienced and new farmers.\n\n\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\nWhere? The Colonial Brewery, 29 Osmington Rd, Bramley WA 6285\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday June 5th, 8.45am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nCost? $60 + GST / participant\n\n\n\nWhat else? Morning tea & lunch will be provided. BYO your own refillable water bottle, suitable farm footwear, & a notebook & pen. We’ll jump on a bus after lunch to head out to the farm visits and will return to the Brewery for a 4.00pm finish.\n\n\n\nHow? Places are limited so don’t wait!\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Place! ( https://www.trybooking.com/DBOHL )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program which is supported through the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s Environmental Management Fund. Additional support for this event has been received through the State NRM funded Regen Accelerator Project delivered by RegenWA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/trees-on-farms/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:29 Osmington Rd, Bramley WA 6285
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UID:MEC-2ac82abfbbba61cc903d25f55ed38aa8@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250520T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250520T170000
DTSTAMP:20250424T125003Z
CREATED:20250424
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:Implementing a Nutrition Program for your Pasture
DESCRIPTION:\nIn this Peer Group Session, Program Coach Mark Tupman will explore how an efficient and effective nutritional program for your pastures. This includes:\n\n\n\n\nthe fundamentals of plant nutrition\n\n\n\ninterpreting your soil tests\n\n\n\ndeveloping a practical nutritional program\n\n\n\nusing tissue and sap tests to determine the nutritional status of plants \n\n\n\nnutrient formulation and application\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll wind up the day with a Q & A, and some networking drinks and snacks.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday May 20th, 2.00 pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Blackwood River Farm, 210 Campbell Road, Warner Glen WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat Else? BYO refillable drink bottle, wear appropriate CLEAN farm footwear and dress for the weather. Please note that this event is open ONLY to current and past participants of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program which is supported through the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s Environmental Management Fund. Additional support for this event has been received through the State NRM funded Regen Accelerator Project delivered by RegenWA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/implementing-a-nutrition-program-for-your-pasture/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:210 Campbell Road, Warner Glen WA 6288
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UID:MEC-0d8e7181cecfb125aee394596b658287@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250505T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250505T140000
DTSTAMP:20250417T153957Z
CREATED:20250417
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:23
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SUMMARY:Regenerating Land Through Grazing Livestock
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/regenerating-land-through-grazing-livestock-232/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:294 Bridgelands Rd, Rosa Glen. 6285
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UID:MEC-2677c94cc946bd788a3828099d6bcd49@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250528T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250528T130000
DTSTAMP:20250327T112849Z
CREATED:20250327
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:2
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SUMMARY:National EcoVineyards Program: Birds, snails, vineyard walk and EcoGrower updates
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin agroecologist/viticulturist Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd and Regional On-ground Coordinator, Bec Archer who will host a National EcoVineyards event.\n\n\n\nWe are delighted to welcome our special guest presenters:\n\n\n\n\nDr Boyd Wykes, Owl Friendly Margaret River: Birds in vineyards\n\n\n\nScott Paton, Nutrien Ag Solutions: Monitoring/managing snails, and bio-control of mealybugs and fungal pathogens in Margaret River vineyards\n\n\n\nYann Vaucher, Wayfinder: Vineyard walk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis seminar and field event is recommended to wine growers who would like to find out more about integrated snail, mealybug, powdery and bunch rot control in vineyards, understanding the ecological roles of birds in vineyards and growing resilience in production systems.\n\n\n\nCome along and find out more!\n\n\n\nWe have developed a suite of best practice management guides on soil health, ground covers and functional biodiversity in Australian vineyards and a link will be made available at the events.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhere? Wayfinder Vineyard, 168 Clews Rd, Cowaramup\n\n\n\nWhen? 8.30 am to 1.00 pm, Wednesday 28 May 2025\n\n\n\nHow? Register on this event page.\n\n\n\nWhat Else? Morning tea and lunch provided\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you would like to attend this FREE event, please register via the National EcoVineyards Program Eventbrite page, and include any dietary requirements.\n\n\n\nPlease dress appropriately for the weather, wear suitable footwear for the biosecurity foot bath and bring a torch.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe national EcoVineyards program is funded by Wine Australia with levies from Australia’s grape growers and winemakers and matching funds from the Australian Government. The program is delivered by Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd with significant support from regional communities. \n\n\n\nThe Lower Blackwood LCDC is an on-ground coordinator for the National EcoVineyards Program.\n
URL:https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/margaret-river-ecovineyards-event-tickets-1260279191989
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:168 Clews Rd Cowaramup
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UID:MEC-14798b412a98c8fffb47d0778b6b7c74@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250429T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250429T120000
DTSTAMP:20250320T153103Z
CREATED:20250320
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:15
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SUMMARY:The Perennial Question
DESCRIPTION:\nHow to establish perennial pastures in the South West\n\n\n\nThere is a growing realisation that farming systems based solely on annual crops and pastures are not sustainable in many regions of south-western Australia. Environmental and management issues facing agriculture include: rising groundwater and the spread of salinity; herbicide resistant weeds; soil acidity and wind erosion. Perennial pastures offer a more sustainable and profitable alternative in many areas.\n\n\n\nIn some regions, perennial pastures are still a minor component of grazing systems, but in other areas have been widely adopted as a consequence of having profitable options for different parts of the landscape. By selecting species that are agronomically suited to the environment (soil, climate) and compatible with the farming enterprise, some of the least fertile and most fragile soils can be transformed into productive, sustainable areas with an increase in farm profit and reduced land degradation. \n\n\n\nPotential production benefits from perennial species include:\n\n\n\n\nout-of-season green feed\n\n\n\nincreased carrying capacity as a result of reducing summer/autumn feed gap\n\n\n\nreduced supplementary feeding particularly in autumn\n\n\n\nincreased production from land with a previously low carrying capacity\n\n\n\nability to turn-off animals outside the traditional growing season\n\n\n\nhigher wool staple strength, reduced vegetable matter and increased wool production per hectare\n\n\n\nreduced reliance on fodder conservation\n\n\n\nopportunity to rest annual pasture paddocks after the break of the season allowing annuals to develop adequate leaf area to drive improved growth rates.\n\n\n\n\nSoil conservation benefits include:\n\n\n\n\nincreased water use and reduced deep drainage to groundwater\n\n\n\nreduction in the frequency of waterlogging\n\n\n\nmaintenance of plant cover in summer leading to a reduction in soil erosion\n\n\n\nincreased perennial cover for waterways.\n\n\n\n\n(Source: Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development)\n\n\n\nThis 1/2 day field walk provides producers with the opportunity to Q & A with our host farmer, Neville Haddon and project consultant Mark Tupman on the establishment & management of perennial pastures. \n\n\n\nThe Haddons are dedicated to improving their soil health, and are keen to explore how to extend their pasture growing season to provide nutritious feed for their dairy herd beyond the current seasons. Neville is trialling Chicory, Plantain, Lucerne, Cocksfoot, Perennial Ryegrass, Phalaris and White/Red/Strawberry Clover. Read more HERE.  \n\n\n\nThe field walk will include a look at some perennials already in place on the project demonstration site, and will include a summary of will be undertaken on the Project Demonstration Site over the next 3 year period.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhere? Blackwood Springs Farm, 1220 Warner Glen Road, Warner Glen 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday April 29th, 9.00am to 12.00pm\n\n\n\nWhat Else? Morning Tea included. BYO refillable water bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear, and dress for the weather on the day.\n\n\n\n\n\nPerennial Question A4 flyer Warner Glen ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2025/03/Perennial-Question-A4-flyer-Warner-Glen.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of ‘The Perennial Question’ Project. This project is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program and delivered by South West NRM, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel, in partnership with Lower Blackwood Landcare\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/the-perennial-question/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1220 Warner Glen Road, Warner Glen 6288
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UID:MEC-392eb1b988bc2beaacc2b67cbcf9a58d@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250331T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250331T160000
DTSTAMP:20250311T094714Z
CREATED:20250311
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:18
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Assessment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:\nGet soil health savvy! \n\n\n\nMeasure, monitor, and manage your own property.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNOTE: This event is open to the 2025 Soil Testing Participants Only\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a workshop with soil health expert David Hardwick. You will receive the following for FREE: \n\n\n\n•Results of extra soil tests from your farm’s samples\n\n\n\n•Advice on how to interpret these soil tests as indicators of soil health\n\n\n\n•A soil health assessment kit to take home\n\n\n\n•Advice to develop a plan to measure, monitor and manage soil health on your own property\n\n\n\nPlease bring a sample of your soil to assess!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhere? The Barn Margaret River, 294 Bridgelands Road, Rosa Glen \n\n\n\nWhen? Monday 31st March, 2025\n\n\n\nHow? Register on this event page. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions please contact Jourdyn Wells at jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\n\n\n2025 Soil health workshops flyer LBLCDC ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2025/03/2025-Soil-health-workshops-flyer-LBLCDC.pptx )Download\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/soil_health_assessment_workshop/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-e3efff5eac2e06e30b5d2073b765876b@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250407T091500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250408T161500
DTSTAMP:20250304T172143Z
CREATED:20250304
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:Plan Your Farm Landscape
DESCRIPTION:\nLEARN HOW RURAL LANDSCAPES WORK. DEVELOP A WHOLE FARM PLAN THAT USES LANDSCAPE ECOLOGY TO ACHIEVE A HEALTHY RURAL LANDSCAPE AS WELL AS PRODUCTIVE AND EFFICIENT FARM ENTERPRISES.\n\n\n\nPresented by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, this innovative course will show you how to design and plan a healthy, resilient and productive rural landscape for your farm business in the 21st century. At the end of this course you will have the confidence to identify issues, make decisions and take action to start improving landscape health and enterprise productivity on your property. You will develop a well thought out & whole of farm plan for your place. The course is limited to a maximum of 10 farm enterprises to allow for personalised attention to the participants from the course trainer and will be hands on, group based, combining theory with lots of practical activities.\n\n\n\nYou will learn:\n\n\n\n\nhow to “see” your landscape using landscape thinking\n\n\n\nabout Landscape Patches: the pieces of your farm’s landscape jigsaw\n\n\n\nthe water and nutrient cycles in rural landscapes\n\n\n\nhow energy flows and biodiversity functions in rural landscapes\n\n\n\nclimate, landforms & soil types on your property\n\n\n\nabout the landscape and agricultural elements of rural planning\n\n\n\nthe different approaches to property planning\n\n\n\nthe 10 steps to effective property planning\n\n\n\n\n You will also:\n\n\n\n\nuse maps for property planning\n\n\n\nset goals for your farm’s rural landscape & enterprises\n\n\n\nassess your farm’s rural landscape\n\n\n\nidentify & prioritise issues\n\n\n\nbrainstorm strategies for improvement\n\n\n\ndevelop a Farm Plan for a sustainable future\n\n\n\n\nCOURSE LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\nWhere? Alexandra Bridge Hall, 1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nPart 1: Face to Face Learning\n\n\n\nDay 1: Monday April 7th, 9.15am to 4.15pm & Day 2: Tuesday April 8th, 9.30am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nPart 2: Online Learning\n\n\n\nDay 1: Monday July 21st, 9.30am to 12.30pm, Day 2: Tuesday July 22nd, 9.30am to 12.30pm\n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch & Morning & Afternoon Tea will be provided for the face to face component of the course, as will farm maps and planning tools. Please note that this event is open ONLY to RAPP 2025 participants.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2024, and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/plan-your-farm-landscape/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Course
LOCATION:1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250313T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250313T170000
DTSTAMP:20250304T152305Z
CREATED:20250304
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:Understanding Soil Fertility & Plant Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:\nA 1/2 day workshop presented by Program Coach Mark Tupman. Topics covered will include:\n\n\n\n\nthe fundamentals of nutrition for healthy plants\n\n\n\nmethods of testing to determine soil & plant nutritional status, including how to take a soil sample.\n\n\n\nhow to develop a cost effective balanced nutrition program for your pastures\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday March 13th 2025, 1.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? Afternoon tea included. We’ll be heading off on a field walk for the second part of the session so don’t forget to BYO refillable drink bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear, and dress for the weather. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is open ONLY to RAPP 2025 participants.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2025. This program is supported through funding from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/understanding-soil-fertility-plant-nutrition/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-4a3cffe005397d4cffdee044f1c8d30e@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250213T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250213T170000
DTSTAMP:20250204T165849Z
CREATED:20250204
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Biodiverse Pastures
DESCRIPTION:\nThis 1/2 day workshop presented by Program Coach Mark Tupman will cover:\n\n\n\n\nhow biodiversity contributes to pasture, soil & animal health\n\n\n\nwhat does biodiversity in your pastures look like\n\n\n\nstrategies to integrate biodiversity into your pastures\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday February 13th 2025 1.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\n What else? We’ll be heading off on a field walk for the second part of the session so don’t forget to BYO refillable drink bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear, and dress for the weather. We’ll head back to the office for a wrap up and some networking drinks and nibbles to keep on talking with.\n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is open ONLY to RAPP 2025 participants.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2025. This program is supported through funding from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/introduction-to-biodiverse-pastures/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-0da44af358e8fcb6a6c2040602172d8d@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250205T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250205T100000
DTSTAMP:20250130T170153Z
CREATED:20250130
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Soilmentor
DESCRIPTION:\nThe Soilmentor App is designed to assist you to monitor and record your soil and biodiversity data. Recording & understanding changes on your land above & below ground helps you to make informed decisions and keep everyone in the loop.\n\n\n\nThis one hour online training session delivered by Soil Mentor will step you through how you can get the best out of your Soil Mentor App subscription.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Wednesday February 5th 9.00am\n\n\n\nWhere? We will send you a link to the session once you have registered.\n\n\n\nHow? Register on this page. Please note this event is open to RAPP 2025  Participants ONLY.\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/getting-started-with-soilmentor-274/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-8bb74b945ed32ca2b2f8da600e247d20@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250319T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250319T163000
DTSTAMP:20250130T141857Z
CREATED:20250130
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:9
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SUMMARY:Nutrient Calculator Sessions
DESCRIPTION:\nFree in person sessions with DPIRD Agronomists to help you with your soil test data.\n\n\n\nParticipants in the Healthy Estuaries WA Soil Testing Program for 2024-2025 in south-west Western Australia’s high rainfall (>600 mm) areas are invited to a free one-on-one session using DPIRD’s Nutrient Calculator.\n\n\n\nDuring the session you will be able to:\n\n\n\n\nWork with a DPIRD representative and an agronomist to enter your own soil test data into the calculator\n\n\n\nUnderstand your soil’s nutrient status and fertiliser requirements\n\n\n\nGet advice on nutrient management including fertiliser types and application rates\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhere? The Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? Wednesday March 19th, 1hr timeslots available at 8.30am, 9.30am, 10.30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm or 3:30pm\n\n\n\nHow? Register on this event page. If you have any questions please contact Jourdyn Wells at jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\n\n\n2025_Nutrient Calculator in-person sessions_Flyer_all dates ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2025/01/2025_Nutrient-Calculator-in-person-sessions_Flyer_all-dates.pdf )Download\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/nutrient-calculator-sessions-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-d106161033da24ceb07a0103fd837433@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250221T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250221T150000
DTSTAMP:20250130T140329Z
CREATED:20250130
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:6
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SUMMARY:Grow Your Pasture Profits
DESCRIPTION:\nA half day workshop \n\n\n\nParticipants of the Healthy Estuaries WA are invited to join fellow farmers, agronomists, DWER, DPIRD and catchment officers for a workshop. You will receive your soil test results, learn how to interpret them, and how to use them to guide your fertiliser decisions. You will also learn more about nutrient management.\n\n\n\nThe workshop will cover:\n\n\n\n\nSoil test results (farm nutrient map)\n\n\n\nUnderstanding limits & constraints\n\n\n\nSoil acidity & lime\n\n\n\nFertiliser strategies\n\n\n\nNutrient Calculator\n\n\n\nQuestion time with agronomists and DPIRD officers\n\n\n\n.. and more\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nDate: Friday February 21st\n\n\n\nTime: 9:30am to 3pm: Morning tea and lunch are provided\n\n\n\nWhere: Margaret River District Club, 11 Tunbridge St, Margaret River WA 6285\n\n\n\nCost: This is a free event. Please advise dietary requirements.\n\n\n\nWhat Else: This event is only open to Soil Testing Program 2025 Participants \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you can’t make the session for the Lower Blackwood Catchment, here’s the list of other workshops you can attend!\n\n\n\nHealthy Estuaries WA soil test results workshop details 2025 with locations ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2025/01/Healthy-Estuaries-WA-soil-test-results-workshop-details-2025-with-locations.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFLYER_farmerworkshops2025_LBLCDC ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2025/01/FLYER_farmerworkshops2025_LBLCDC.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/grow-your-pasture-profits-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:11 Tunbridge St, Margaret River WA 6285
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UID:MEC-32f84b597629f37d9ef53d714fce6fa1@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250314T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250314T140000
DTSTAMP:20250116T123342Z
CREATED:20250116
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Accu-Spread Demonstration Day
DESCRIPTION:\nIs your spreader wasting fertiliser?\n\n\n\nDid you know that most fertiliser spreaders deliver highly variable spread patterns? \n\n\n\nThis means some areas in the paddock receive too much fertiliser and others too little.\n\n\n\nA calibrated spreader can help you get the most from your fertiliser investment and reduce nutrient loss to waterways and the Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development and Department of Water & Environmental Regulation teams will be available to test and calibrate your spreaders! \n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nDate: Friday March 14th, 9am to 2pm\n\n\n\nLocation: Payne Farm \n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch provided. Please register at the link on this page and provide dietary requirements and let us know if you’d like your spreader to be tested (limited numbers!). \n\n\n\nPlease inform us if you are bringing a spreader.\n\n\n\nOR RSVP to jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au by Monday March 10th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis project is a part of Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program that aims to improve the health of our South West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/accu-spread-demonstration-day-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:361 Payne Road, Scott River
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UID:MEC-d3f010d6bc392b904f63ce5792891b71@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250227T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250227T120000
DTSTAMP:20250116T120858Z
CREATED:20250116
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Revegetation Preparation and Planning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for a 1/2 day workshop on Planning and Preparation for a revegetation site.\n\n\n\nGuest speaker Brook Devine from CapeLife ( https://capelife.com.au/ ), will kick off the day with some morning tea all the necessary background information on:\n\n\n\n\nBenefits of revegetation\n\n\n\nHow to pick and plan for your revegetation site\n\n\n\nCommon challenges and how to avoid them\n\n\n\nThe steps on how to get a healthy revegetation site\n\n\n\nWhat plants to chose to achieve your goals\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll then head off to a great example site where we can see a well-planned and established revegetation site!\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday 27th February 2025, 9.00am to 12.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? The LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? Morning tea is provided, BYO refillable drink bottle.\n\n\n\nThis project is a part of Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program that aims to improve the health of our South West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll our programs are supported by the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River Community Partnerships Funding.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/revegetation-preparation-and-planning-workshop/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-05f56d5f042aa4dce70f211d2a981e15@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250123T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250123T170000
DTSTAMP:20250107T104314Z
CREATED:20250107
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:6
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Regenerative Agriculture in Practice 2025 Program Welcome
DESCRIPTION:\nOur very first session for 2025 will be an opportunity for you, as a participant in the Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2025, to meet the project team and familiarise yourself more thoroughly with the program. It will also give us the opportunity to find out more from you about what your priorities are and what you are wanting to get out of the program.\n\n\n\nWe’ll also be spending some time unpacking the basics of soil health as a prelude to future program sessions on soil fertility & plant nutrition, and the role and importance of biodiversity.\n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there – can you please RSVP your attendance at the link on this page, along with your #2 enterprise partner’s name (if you are bringing a #2) so we know for catering.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday January 23rd , 1.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? The LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle. Please note that this event is open ONLY to participants in the Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2025.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2025 which is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/regenerative-agriculture-in-practice-2025-program-welcome-n/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-26c954646e21d70792e4db24a76a5fc0@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241210T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241210T183000
DTSTAMP:20241120T103740Z
CREATED:20241120
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:9
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/annual-general-meeting/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:294 Bridgelands Rd, Rosa Glen. 6285
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UID:MEC-4738aad4137d4c3d49b67e8d4e2db4c5@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241203T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241203T213000
DTSTAMP:20241008T121452Z
CREATED:20241008
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
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SUMMARY:Margaret River EcoVineyards Integrated Pest Management and Microbats event
DESCRIPTION:\nPractical ways to manage insect pests, grow in harmony with nature and improve the resilience of their vineyard.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNational EcoVineyards Program: Integrated Pest Management and Microbat walk\n\n\n\nJoin Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd and National EcoVineyards Program Manager, an agroecologist/viticulturist with 30 years of practical experience within Australia and overseas, and our Regional On-Ground Coordinator, Rebecca Archer, a Lower Blackwood LCDC team member with a passion for identifying and utilising suitable endemic plant species in agricultural landscapes to increase biodiversity, and our special guest presenter Brendan Metcalf, a microbat expert who will introduce us to the wonderful world of microbats, their capacity to provide biocontrol of insect pests in vineyards and how to monitor for their presence during a night walk.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n• 4.30 pm: Registration and foot baths\n\n\n\n• 4.45 to 5.15 pm: New insights for biocontrol of insect pests (LBAM, scale and mealybugs) by Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd\n\n\n\nIn the vineyard\n\n\n\n• 5.15 to 6.15 pm: Field walk and talk with Dr Mary Retallack who will demonstrate arthropod sampling in the vineyard and how to assess leaf brix\n\n\n\nSundowner drinks and dinner\n\n\n\n• 6.15 to 7.15 pm: Sundowner drinks and BBQ plus regional update\n\n\n\n• 7.15 to 7.30 pm: New EcoVineyards resources by Dr Mary Retallack\n\n\n\n• 7.30 to 7.45 pm: Hydroseeding update by ROC, Rebecca Archer\n\n\n\n• 7.45 to 8.45 pm: Microbat talk at dusk by local microbat expert, Brendan Metcalf\n\n\n\nNight walk\n\n\n\n• 8.45 to 9.30 pm: Microbat night walk led by local microbat expert, Brendan Metcalf\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Spot Here ( https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/margaret-river-ecovineyards-ipm-and-microbats-event-tickets-1020320625457?aff=oddtdtcreator )\n\n
URL:https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/margaret-river-ecovineyards-ipm-and-microbats-event-tickets-1020320625457?aff=oddtdtcreator
ORGANIZER;CN=EcoVineyards:MAILTO:admin@ecovineyards.com.au
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UID:MEC-ce74b141bbb6d057b757fffd582cad93@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241022T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241022T170000
DTSTAMP:20240930T132405Z
CREATED:20240930
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Peer Group Session #5: Program Wrap & Review
DESCRIPTION:\nThis final session for RAPP 2024 will be a wrap up and review of how an autumn seeded cover crop has performed, a look at cell grazing in action, and we’ll dig some soil cubes to see what impact either/ both the cover crops and grazing has had. We’ll also discuss transitioning from growing season to non growing season grazing and a last chance to ask Mark anything related to the program activities.\n\n\n\nWe’ll finish off with a debrief on the program, and your critical feedback will be appreciated to aid us with the final design of RAPP 2025. We look forward to seeing you there.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday October 22nd, 3.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Emu Creek Farm, 65 Earnshaw Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-5-program-wrap-review/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:65 Earnshaw Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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UID:MEC-06d77b5b9334a3747200e0e617cb73d5@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241115T120000
DTSTAMP:20240930T122130Z
CREATED:20240930
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:DIY Soil Sampling Training Day
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin fellow farmers & DPIRD Officers to learn how to collect accurate soil samples on your farm.\n\n\n\nTraining will be provided by DPIRD officers.\n\n\n\nYou will learn how to:\n\n\n\n\nTake accurate and representative soil samples of your farm.\n\n\n\nSet-up the sampling drill and auger.\n\n\n\nGPS your sample locations.\n\n\n\nUse sample bags correctly.\n\n\n\n\nThis training is highly recommended for participants of the Healthy Estuaries WA soil sampling program, but everyone is welcome.\n\n\n\nPreparing for the training:\n\n\n\n\nWatch the short training video before attending the field day.\n\n\n\nRespect biosecurity on our host’s property.\n\n\n\nDress appropriately (hat, boots, fly net etc.).\n\n\n\nBring a water bottle and sunscreen.\n\n\n\nIf possible, bring a charged smart phone or tablet with a SIM card slot (doesn’t need a sim).\n\n\n\nInstall FileMaker Go app if using iPhone or iPad.\n\n\n\nIf possible, bring a charged battery drill.\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Friday November 15th, 9.00am to 12.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? 89 Geocrinia Retreat, Karridale WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else?  BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather.\n\n\n\nThis workshop is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/diy-soil-sampling-training-day-3/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events,Soil Health
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UID:MEC-8b02706f81704f39d85fd87a2414a300@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241121T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241121T183000
DTSTAMP:20240910T115320Z
CREATED:20240910
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:Hardy Inlet Community Update  
DESCRIPTION:\nA community forum to celebrate the Hardy Inlet\n\n\n\nWater quality and seagrass monitoring in the Hardy Inlet, and assessments of river health in the Blackwood and Scott rivers will be among the topics at an upcoming free community event in Augusta.\n\n\n\nThe Lower Blackwood LCDC and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) are hosting the annual Hardy Inlet Estuary Forum, a community event to showcase the on-ground work and research underway to improve the health of the local waterways.\n\n\n\nThe event, part of the State Government’s Healthy Estuaries WA program is open to everyone in the Lower Blackwood Catchment and beyond.\n\n\n\nJo Wren, Executive Officer of the LCDC believes that the event is a vital forum to update the community on the proactive work and the challenges of managing estuary health.\n\n\n\n“Our community tell us that they highly value our waterways for the beautiful scenery, wildlife and recreation opportunities. Our work through Healthy Estuaries WA focuses on practical, on-ground outcomes to improve the health of our unique Hardy Inlet, and we encourage anyone who loves the inlet and rivers to come along and learn more,” she explains.\n\n\n\n“It’s always a great opportunity to hear from the experts who are studying our rivers and estuaries, and they will be sharing new research completed within the last year,” \n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday November 21st: 4.30pm to 6.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? The Colourpatch Augusta, 98 Albany Terrace, Augusta WA 6290\n\n\n\nCost? Free!\n\n\n\nWhat else?  This event will include presentations from scientists and researchers as well as local experts from Lower Blackwood LCDC. Q&As and a light supper will follow the presentations.\n\n\n\nHardy forum flyer 2024_ ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2024/09/Hardy-forum-flyer-2024_-1.pdf )Download\n\n\n\nThis event is part of Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program that aims to improve the health of our South-West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/hardy-inlet-community-update/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:98 Albany Tce, Augusta, WA 6290
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UID:MEC-aa7d66ed4b1c618962d406535c4d282a@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240926T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240926T170000
DTSTAMP:20240831T124535Z
CREATED:20240831
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:13
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SUMMARY:MYO Spring Foliars: Bioferments & Biofertilisers
DESCRIPTION:\nThis hands-on 1/2 day workshop presented by Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology, will discuss different types of bio fertilisers, including inoculants, compost/vermicast extracts, and  bioferments. Mark will also take you through some methods of application – seed/planting treatments, foliar sprays, soil drenches. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also check out the efficacy of some bio ferts by digging up some roots from a demo plot sown in autumn, to see if the strips that had biofert treatments are showing anything different… AND you will have the chance to get hands on making up key trace nutrient bioferments, and tank mixes for applying key macro & micro nutrients for a spring foliar program.\n\n\n\nDon’t run away at the end as we’ll wrap up the day with a BBQ, drinks and chats. \n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday September 26th: 1.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Blackwood Springs Farm, 1220 Warner Glen Rd, Warner Glen 6288\n\n\n\nCost? $30 + GST\n\n\n\nWhat else?  BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. \n\n\n\n\nBook Your Place Now!\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s project – Scott River Action Plan Implementation Strategy and On-ground Action, and is supported  by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event also forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/myo-spring-foliars-bioferments-biofertilisers/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1220 Warner Glen Road, Warner Glen 6288
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UID:MEC-b3838cfdff817012e272d58544513c44@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240829T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240829T170000
DTSTAMP:20240826T122558Z
CREATED:20240826
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:Peer Group Session # 4: Livestock Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:\nThis Peer Group Session will focus on livestock nutrition, including a discussion around the impact of different stages of pasture growth on the rumen, dung scoring to monitor rumen health, and other strategies to ensure our livestock are getting the nutrition they need.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday August 26th, 3.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? 254 Garstone Rd, Cowaramup, 6284\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats. Please note that this session is only open to RAPP 2024 Stream 2 Participants.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-4-livestock-nutrition/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:254 Garstone Rd, Cowaramup, 6284
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240815T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240815T170000
DTSTAMP:20240723T130115Z
CREATED:20240723
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:14
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SUMMARY:Demonstrating the Difference – A Project Field Walk
DESCRIPTION:\nOur fertility approach comparison demonstration in Warner Glen is well and truly underway and it’s time to have a look at what’s going on.\n\n\n\nOver the last couple of months, the site was prepared then seeded, and a number of different fertility program protocols have been implemented. For more information head to our project page:\n\n\n\n\nDemonstrating the Difference ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/projects/demonstrating-the-difference/ )\n\n\n\n\nOn the field day project consultant Mark Tupman will discuss the different biological and nutritional treatments applied so far, and the costs involved, as well as the methods that are going to be used to measure the progress of the different programs.\n\n\n\nAs part of the afternoons activities, we will undertake some basic assessments of plant species growing in the mix to see if there are any notable growth and health differences showing up yet AND get a lesson on how to take pasture tissue samples.\n\n\n\nPLUS\n\n\n\nWe’ll also take the opportunity to hear from agronomist Brooke Anderson and Department of Water & Environmental Regulation’s Dr Brad Degens, who have been running trials looking at local clays or Iron Man Gypsum to improve nutrient retention in Scott River grey sands. The focus has been on keeping P in the sands – with both showing some great improvements.\n\n\n\nMixing in clays has had other benefits with early soil wetting. Both sets of trials are showing mixed effects on pasture growth. Brooke and Brad will provide a more complete update on what these are showing at the field walk.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday August 15th, 2.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Blackwood Springs Farm, 1220 Warner Glen Rd, Warner Glen 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats.\n\n\n\nThe clay and IMG trials are supported through the Lower Blackwood LCDC and Western Dairy by the Healthy Estuaries Initiative.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDemonstrating the Difference is a Lower Blackwood LCDC project hosted by Dairy Farmers Neville, Gary & Elaine Haddon and is led by consultant & agroecologist Mark Tupman of Productive Ecology with assistance from agronomist Anthony Quinlan of Soil Dynamics, and agronomist Graham Mussell of Graham Mussell Consulting.\n\n\n\nThe project is supported through funding from Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/demonstrating-the-difference-a-project-field-walk/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1220 Warner Glen Road, Warner Glen 6288
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UID:MEC-f675d8aec99e98b4e62c6aae5fb12fb6@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240827T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240827T103000
DTSTAMP:20240627T164658Z
CREATED:20240627
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:Plant Diversity & Livestock Health
DESCRIPTION:\nA live webinar event\n\n\n\nA healthy pasture has the capacity to fuel its dependents with all the nutrients they need to thrive — this includes soil microbes, plants, and animals. The role of major nutrients in livestock health is well known, what is less known are the functions of many phytochemicals or plant secondary compounds (PSC), which are more abundant in diverse pastures.\n\n\n\nPhenols, terpines, and alkaloids are a few examples of PSC that improve health and the environment. Some of their roles in plants and animals include:\n\n\n\n\nIncrease plant drought tolerance, pest resistance, seed mass and germination rates\n\n\n\nFoster plant/soil microbe symbiosis for nutrient cycling, and in livestock:\n\n\n\nReduce parasite loads and facilitate mechanical expulsion of worms in \n\n\n\nEnhance nutrition and protein utilization\n\n\n\nEnhance detoxification of pesticides\n\n\n\nAlleviate bloating\n\n\n\n\nPrimary and secondary compounds differ in plants from day to night, day to day, season to season, and place to place. Research is showing that these PSC in various combinations are precisely what improves resilience in plants, animals, and the humans that eat them.\n\n\n\nThis Talkin’ After Hours webinar, presented by Professor Fred Provenza, takes a dive into the world of PSC’s, the impact of diversity on their availability and their impact on livestock health.\n\n\n\nOur podcast with Professor Provenza recorded earlier this year gives you a sneak preview of what will be in the webinar:\n\n\n\n\n\nTune in to the full podcast here ( https://lowerblackwood.libsyn.com/talkin-plant-diversity-animal-nutrition-with-fred-provenza )\n\n\n\nWho is Professor Fred Provenza?\n\n\n\nProfessor Emeritus, Dept. Wildland Resources, Utah State University. For the past 30 years, Fred and his team have produced ground-breaking research that has laid the foundation for what is now known as behavior-based management of livestock, wildlife and landscapes. This research led to the creation in 2001 of a consortium of scientists and land managers from five continents  called BEHAVE (Behavioral Education for Human, Animal, Vegetation and Ecosystem management). Fred has recently published a book on his research titled Nourishment: What Animals Can Teach Us about Rediscovering Our Nutritional Wisdom\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday August 27th, 9.00am to 10.30am\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar ( https://lowerblackwood.clickmeeting.com/plant-diversity-livestock-health/register )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event also forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/plant-diversity-livestock-health/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240723T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240723T170000
DTSTAMP:20240627T142047Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240715
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:Peer Group Session # 3: Grazing on the Ground
DESCRIPTION:\nWe know that planned grazing management encourages pasture growth and soil health. Planning your grazing allows you to control:\n\n\n\n\nplant competition\n\n\n\nplant and pasture growth rates\n\n\n\npasture utilisation\n\n\n\npasture composition – species diversity\n\n\n\n\nOf particular importance is managing livestock to get effective grazing without allowing for a ‘second bite’ – we can grow more pasture by leaving more behind.  This can be achieved through appropriate stock density with more paddocks available per mob.\n\n\n\nIn this peer group session we will share practical & efficient ways in which you can increase the number of paddocks per mob that you have, and how to use stock density as a tool to drive pasture change.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday July 23rd, 2pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Summertime Farm, 95 Latch Road, Karridale, 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillable drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats. Please note that this session is only open to RAPP 2024 Stream 2 Participants.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-3-grazing-on-the-ground/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:95 Latch Road, Karridale, 6288
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UID:MEC-f84c76bab4c292f023613b276edf4293@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240613T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240613T170000
DTSTAMP:20240528T185800Z
CREATED:20240528
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:11
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SUMMARY:MYO JOHNSON SU COMPOST BIOREACTOR
DESCRIPTION:\nA NO TURN SYSTEM FOR CREATING FUNGALLY RICH & BIOLOGICALLY DIVERSE COMPOST\n\n\n\nJOIN US FOR THIS ‘HANDS-ON’ HALF DAY WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nIn his research looking at biological soil enhancements, Dr David Johnson from the Institute of Sustainable Agriculture at New Mexico State University (NMSU), found a high population of soil fungi in the soil is critical to a plant’s productivity in healthy agricultural systems.\n\n\n\nThe weeds that typically grow well in poor soil are indicative of a low fungal contingent, and play a part in the initial stages of transition from a poorer soil towards one that can support higher order plants. In order to move up the ladder some controlled disturbance is necessary – this can be created by grazing animals, which with their activity and dung, create a microbiological inoculation event that moves with the animals. In the absence of animals or to increase the impact of those animals, the addition to soils of a fungally rich and biologically diverse compost inoculant, in combination with a diverse array of living plant roots, will kick start the process of soil transition.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Johnson-Su Bioreactor & Composting System, developed by Dr Johnson and his wife Hui-Chun Su Johnson, is a method of creating this fungal-rich compost. The bioreactor mimics what happens to dung and organic matter on grasslands, “it’s approximately 70% moisture content, doesn’t require turning, shouldn’t freeze and is always aerobic.” \n\n\n\nBuilt using easily sourced, relatively cheap materials, it’s placed on a pallet to allow good airflow from below, keeping the process aerobic, together with the six air columns created with pipes during the construction and filling phase. The pipes are pulled out after 24 hours as the pile completely stabilises itself with newly developed fungal hyphae and actinomycetes.\n\n\n\nThis ‘hands on’ workshop facilitated by Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology, will give participants the opportunity to learn how to build & fill their own Johnson Su Bioreactor., together with tips on how to maintain composting conditions to ensure that the compost produced is actually fungal rich and biologically diverse at the end of its maturing process.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWILL THIS WORKSHOP BENEFIT ME?\n\n\n\nAs the Johnson Su Composting System, & the application of the matured compost inoculant can be easily scaled, this workshop is suitable for land managers of small and large operations alike.\n\n\n\nBE WORKSHOP READY!\n\n\n\nTo get the maximum value from the workshop and to fully understand why the Johnson Su Composting System is so effective in kick starting soil ecosystems,  watch our previous webinar on the Johnson Su Composting System & BEAM with Dr Johnson and Hui-Chun Su Johnson.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\nWhere: 1670 Warner Glen Rd, Warner Glen, 6288\n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday June 13th, 2.00pm to 5.00pm, afternoon tea included.\n\n\n\nCost: $30 + GST / participant\n\n\n\nWhat else: Bring your own refillable water bottle, a hat, suitable footwear, & a notebook & pen.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Ticket Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/myo-johnson-su-compost-bioreactor/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1670 Warner Glen Rd, Warner Glen, 6288
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UID:MEC-59378da7650a0c665518961273af6b05@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240515T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240515T173000
DTSTAMP:20240506T165155Z
CREATED:20240506
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Data Collection & Monitoring for your Pastures & Soil
DESCRIPTION:\nFacilitated by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, this face to face Masterclass will take you through a range of planning and practical activities to monitor the health & productivity of your multispecies pasture.\n\n\n\nIn addition we will take you through a refresher on the Soil Mentor App as a tool to record your soil and pasture observations.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Wednesday May 15th, 2pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? John & Kylie Everard, 444 Tanah Marah Road, Bramley, 6285. Please Note Ignore Google Maps and turn on to Tanah Marah Rd from Bussell Highway.\n\n\n\nWhat else? We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, drinks and chats. Please note that this session is only open to RAPP 2024 Stream 2 Participants\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/masterclass-data-collection-monitoring-for-your-pastures-soil/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:444 Tanah Marah Road, Bramley, 6285
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UID:MEC-ee6db9134a1add4f17b85c426b019a0d@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240606T094500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240606T160000
DTSTAMP:20240430T113339Z
CREATED:20240430
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Soil Microscopy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for a one-day interactive workshop that dives deep into the essential world of soil microbes. Presented by Earthwhile Australia, this workshop is tailored for individuals passionate about urban gardening, revegetation projects, or managing large acreages for grazing livestock.\n\n\n\nWorkshop Highlights:\n\n\n\n\nDiscover the intricate soil food webs.\n\n\n\nMaster techniques for identifying vital soil microorganisms.\n\n\n\nExplore methods to assess and enhance soil biological health.\n\n\n\nBring Your Soil!\n\n\n\nGet the most out of this workshop by bringing a soil sample from your property or project area. It’s a fantastic way to engage directly with the learning material.\n\n\n\n\nPlaces are limited to ensure a personalized and interactive experience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to bridge theory with hands-on practice, enhancing both your knowledge and your land.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday 6 June 2024, 9:45am – 4pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Alexandra Bridge Hall, 1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat Else? Morning Tea, Lunch, & Afternoon Tea provided. BYO soil samples for looking at in the microscope\n\n\n\n\n\nLBLCDC-Flyer ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2024/04/LBLCDC-Flyer.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is supported by Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/soil-microscopy-workshop/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288
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UID:MEC-887c5a2b0d1bcf5b169ac8d63806bd13@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240508T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240508T173000
DTSTAMP:20240429T160408Z
CREATED:20240429
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Review Your Growing Season Grazing Plan
DESCRIPTION:\nThis 90 minute zoom session with grazing trainer Dr Judi Earl will be an opportunity to review your grazing plan for the coming growing season.\n\n\n\nThe session will be a refresher on:\n\n\n\n\nHerbage Growth & Feed Budgeting\n\n\n\nPrinciples for Growing Season Grazing\n\n\n\nRegenerative Grazing Principles\n\n\n\nThe Grazing Plan\n\n\n\nQ & A\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday May 8th 4.00pm to 5.30pm (Revised Date from Thursday May 9th)\n\n\n\nWhere: Online from home or watch from the LCDC Office.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the Zoom Link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho? This Masterclass is open to Stream 2 RAPP participants only.\n\n\n\nGet Masterclass Ready:\n\n\n\nTo help to make the most of our time with Judi in this session we strongly encourage you to find some time to watch our webinar from last year on this topic with Judi. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJudi is keen to tailor the Masterclass to suit you – to help her do this let us know what challenges you think you’ll have to deal with this season and any other relevant questions that you might have. Please send Jourdyn (jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au) your questions by Monday May 6th so we can pass them on to Judi in time for the session.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Masterclass forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2024 which is supported though funding from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/masterclass-review-your-growing-season-grazing-plan/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-cc1905a04df02f520d2f48ad1a57019d@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240604T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240604T173000
DTSTAMP:20240404T163624Z
CREATED:20240404
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:16
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SUMMARY:RAPP Peer Group Session #2: Foliar Nutrition to Support Establishment of Multispecies Pastures
DESCRIPTION:\nGot your seeds in the ground so what’s next! Early nutrition to support seedlings can give them a massive kick start for success. In this peer group session our program coach, Mark Tupman, will take us through a practical session on:\n\n\n\n\nmaking up a foliar nutrient mix for your pasture\n\n\n\nhow to make your foliar spray as efficient and effective as possible.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday June 4th, 2pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Emu Creek, 65 Earnshaw Road, Rosa Glen, WA 6285\n\n\n\nWhat else? BYO refillabe drink bottle plus please wear appropriate & clean farm footwear and dress for the weather. We’ll wrap the day up with a BBQ, beers and chats. Please note that this session is only open to RAPP 2024 Stream 2 Participants\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-peer-group-session-2-foliar-nutrition-to-support-establishment-of-multispecies-pastures/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:65 Earnshaw Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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UID:MEC-108f6a48835ed848b3ec66c2d0afd568@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T173000
DTSTAMP:20240328T114802Z
CREATED:20240328
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:Efficient and Effective Foliar Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:\nA live webinar event\n\n\n\nThe application of nutrients, or fertilisers, that plants require is an important component in primary production operations. For numerous reasons, crops or pastures, may not naturally get all the nutrients they need from the soil in order to perform well. The considered application of fertiliser is often necessary to meet the desired outcomes of enterprise programs.\n\n\n\nThe price of fertilisers continues to rise as global supplies are used up, this coincides with a general decline in soil health in agriculture and a greater reliance on and requirement of fertiliser to maintain production..  More than ever, there is both an economic and environmental imperative to make nutrient applications as efficient and effective as possible.\n\n\n\nPresented by Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology, this webinar will explore how the application of nutrients to the foliage of plants can be an effective way to improve crop/pasture nutritional status, and as a consequence reduce the volume and costs of some inputs whilst at the same time contribute to improved soil health. . Topics covered include:\n\n\n\n\nWhy Foliars – soil constraints, efficiency, environmental implications\n\n\n\nDetermining nutritional requirements for a foliar program\n\n\n\nImproving photosynthesis and protein synthesis\n\n\n\nSuitable forms of nutrients for foliar applications\n\n\n\nApplication rates and spray concentrations\n\n\n\nCompatibility – what is and what’s not\n\n\n\nChelating/Complexing Nutrients for improved uptake\n\n\n\nWinning Combinations – Nutrients, Biostimulants and Inoculants\n\n\n\nDIY recipes for success\n\n\n\nGetting the tank mix right – water quality, pH, EC, mixing order\n\n\n\nApplication Considerations – climactic conditions, time of day, spray equipment/nozzles, stage of growth, frequency…\n\n\n\nTesting effectiveness – Brix, Plant and Tissue Analysis\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday April 11th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is supported though funding from Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program. This event also forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/efficient-and-effective-foliar-nutrition/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240326T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240326T170000
DTSTAMP:20240314T115641Z
CREATED:20240314
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Getting Started with Soilmentor
DESCRIPTION:\nThe Soilmentor App is designed to assist you to monitor and record your soil and biodiversity data. Recording & understanding changes on your land above & below ground helps you to make informed decisions and keep everyone in the loop.\n\n\n\nThis one hour online training session delivered by Soil Mentor will step you through how you can get the best out of your Soil Mentor App subscription.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday March 26th, 4.00pm to 5.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? We will send you a link to the session  – you can tune in the comfort of your own home or come to the LCDC Office.\n\n\n\nHow? Register on this page. Please note this event is open to RAPP 2024 Stream 2 Participants ONLY.\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/getting-started-with-soilmentor/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-8541259db852d274c5de8d45fc29ea21@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240326T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240326T163000
DTSTAMP:20240227T104047Z
RDATE;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240326T083000,20240326T093000,20240326T103000,20240326T113000,20240326T133000,20240326T153000
CREATED:20240227
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:Nutrient Calculator Sessions
DESCRIPTION:\nFree in person sessions with DPIRD Agronomists to help you with your soil test data.\n\n\n\nFarmers in south-west Western Australia’s high rainfall (>600 mm) areas are invited to a free one-on-one session using the nutrient calculator.\n\n\n\nDuring the session you will be able to:\n\n\n\n\nWork with a DPIRD representative or an agronomist to enter your own soil test data into the calculator\n\n\n\nUnderstand your soil’s nutrient status and fertiliser requirements\n\n\n\nGet advice on nutrient management including fertiliser types and application rates\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhere? The Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday March 26th, 1hr timeslots available at 8.30am, 9.30am, 10.30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm or 3:30pm\n\n\n\nHow? Register on this event page. If you have any questions please contact Jourdyn Wells at jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis project is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/nutrient-calculator-sessions/
ORGANIZER;CN=Healthy Estuaries WA:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-9e246510e26d4747c94a2ee2f122d2a8@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240309T150000
DTSTAMP:20240226T131634Z
CREATED:20240226
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:8
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SUMMARY:RAPP Masterclass 1: Making and Using Foliar Nitrogen, and Seed Treatments for Multispecies Seeding
DESCRIPTION:\nThis masterclass is a hands-on practical session led by Joel Williams & Mark Tupman applying the learnings from the ‘Managing Pastures with Foliar Nutrition’ workshop held the previous day.\n\n\n\nWe will also take the opportunity for a refresher on making seed coatings for your multispecies seeds in readiness for autumn seeding. \n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Saturday March 9th 10.00am to 3.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Blackwood River Farm, 210 Campbell Rd, Warner Glen 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch provided, BYO refillable drink bottle, appropriate farm footwear & dress for the weather. Please note this event is open to RAPP 2024 Stream 2 Participants ONLY.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2024 which is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund. This event is also supported by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation through their Soil Wise Program. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-masterclass-1-making-and-using-foliar-nitrogen-and-seed-treatments-for-multispecies-seeding/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:210 Campbell Road, Warner Glen WA 6288
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UID:MEC-7498903b9c4f0c4b86ba95bd83b8d379@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240318T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240318T160000
DTSTAMP:20240215T164712Z
CREATED:20240215
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Accu-Spread Demonstration Day
DESCRIPTION:\nIs your spreader wasting fertiliser?\n\n\n\nDid you know that most fertiliser spreaders deliver highly variable spread patterns? This means some areas in the paddock receive too much fertiliser and others too little.\n\n\n\nJoin Australia’s leading Accu-Spread specialist Russell Nichol for a hands-on workshop demonstrating how to test and calibrate your own fertiliser spreading equipment. A calibrated spreader can help you get the most from your fertiliser investment and reduce nutrient loss to waterways.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nDate: Monday March 18th, 9am to 3pm\n\n\n\nLocation: 1225 Milyeannup Coast Rd, Scott River East\n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch provided. Please register at the link on this page and provide dietary requirements and let us know if you’d like your spreader to be tested (limited numbers!)\n\n\n\nOR RSVP to jourdyn.wells@lowerblackwood.com.au by Monday March 11th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries. It is supported by Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/accu-spread-demonstration-day/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1225 Milyeannup Coast Rd, Scott River East
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UID:MEC-a74721c39a4065c138540602ec99d2cf@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240222T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240222T180000
DTSTAMP:20240208T153724Z
CREATED:20240208
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:RAPP 2024 Peer Group Session #1: Planning for Multispecies Seeding
DESCRIPTION:\nIn this session, program Coach Mark Tupman will go through the planning considerations for seeding multispecies into pastures this coming autumn.\n\n\n\nTopics covered include:\n\n\n\n\nSeeding Goals\n\n\n\nSeed Selection\n\n\n\nSourcing  & Ordering Seed\n\n\n\nSeed Planting Treatments\n\n\n\nPaddock Preparation\n\n\n\nSeeding Timing, Equipment & Contractors\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday February 22nd 4.00pm to 6.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288\n\n\n\nWhat else? Drinks & Nibbles provided. Please note this event is open to RAPP 2024 Stream 2 Participants ONLY.\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-2024-peer-group-session-1planning-for-multispecies-seeding/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-0d5ce8e98cc724a5a792d95540958b76@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240516T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240521T160000
DTSTAMP:20240130T145536Z
RDATE;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240516T084500,20240517T084500,20240520T084500,20240521T084500
CREATED:20240130
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:21
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SUMMARY:Plan Your Farm Landscape
DESCRIPTION:\nLEARN HOW RURAL LANDSCAPES WORK. DEVELOP A WHOLE FARM PLAN THAT USES LANDSCAPE ECOLOGY TO ACHIEVE A HEALTHY RURAL LANDSCAPE AS WELL AS PRODUCTIVE AND EFFICIENT FARM ENTERPRISES.\n\n\n\nPresented by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, this innovative 4 day course will show you how to design and plan a healthy, resilient and productive rural landscape for your farm business in the 21st century. At the end of this course you will have the confidence to identify issues, make decisions and take action to start improving landscape health and enterprise productivity on your property. It all starts with good planning! You will develop a well thought out & whole of farm plan for your place. The course is  is limited to a maximum of 15 to allow for personalised attention to the participants from the course trainer and will be hands on, group based, combining theory with lots of practical activities.\n\n\n\nYou will learn:\n\n\n\n\nhow to “see” your landscape using landscape thinking\n\n\n\nabout Landscape Patches: the pieces of your farm’s landscape jigsaw\n\n\n\nthe water and nutrient cycles in rural landscapes\n\n\n\nhow energy flows and biodiversity functions in rural landscapes\n\n\n\nclimate, landforms & soil types on your property\n\n\n\nabout the landscape and agricultural elements of rural planning\n\n\n\nthe different approaches to property planning\n\n\n\nthe 10 steps to effective property planning\n\n\n\n\n You will also:\n\n\n\n\nuse maps for property planning\n\n\n\nset goals for your farm’s rural landscape & enterprises\n\n\n\nassess your farm’s rural landscape\n\n\n\nidentify & prioritise issues\n\n\n\nbrainstorm strategies for improvement\n\n\n\ndevelop a Farm Plan for a sustainable future\n\n\n\n\nCOURSE LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\nWhere? Alexandra Bridge Hall, 1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nDay 1: Thursday May 16th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nDay 2: Friday May 17th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nDay 3: Monday May 20th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nDay 4: Tuesday May 21st, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nWhat else? Lunch & Morning & Afternoon Tea will be provided as will farm maps and planning tools.\n\n\n\nCost? $785 + GST. The ticket entitles 2 people from your enterprise to attend the course.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Ticket Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2024, and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund, and Perth NRM /Regen WA and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation through their Soil Wise Program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/plan-your-farm-landscape-2024/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Course
LOCATION:1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240718T160000
DURATION:PT1H30M
DTSTAMP:20240130T145515Z
RDATE;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240718T160000,20240725T160000,20240801T160000,20240808T160000,20240813T160000,20240822T160000
CREATED:20240130
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:34
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Reboot Your Grazing
DESCRIPTION:\nA 6 part Online Course to learn the fundamentals of planned rotational grazing & how to implement it successfully on your property. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by Dr Judi Earl, David Hardwick and the team from Soil Land Food, this course will deepen your understanding of how plants, animals, landscapes and people can all work together for resilience and productivity. You will also get tailored support to develop a Grazing Plan for your place.\n\n\n\nThe course consists of six by 90 minute Zoom Webinars, run once a week over 6 weeks. The course is limited to a maximum of 15 to allow for personalised attention to the participants from the course trainer. Recorded sessions will be accessible for catching up via Talkin’ After Hours, the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Online Community.\n\n\n\nTopics Covered Include:\n\n\n\n\nSession 1 Your Grazing Landscape – Part 1: we explore what are you managing – Climate, Geography, Water, Soil and Pastures. How much pasture can you grow? How grass and forbs grow. The effect of grazing intensity and frequency has on a plant’s biology and life cycle. \n\n\n\nSession 2 Your Grazing Landscape – Part 2: we look at how grazing influences landscape function, resilience and productivity. How grazing and vegetation influences energy flow, nutrient and water cycles, soil and biodiversity. The different approaches to grazing management – set stocking, rotational, planned, high density, time controlled, cell grazing etc. How the different approaches influence pasture dynamics.  The key concepts behind successful ecological based grazing – herbage mass, growing and non-growing periods, stocking rate, carrying capacity, utilisation rate, pasture growth rates, stock density and recovery periods.\n\n\n\nSession 3 What ruminants need. We explore the nutritional requirements of ruminant animals – energy and nutrients, including protein. We also look at the rumen and how to feed it. Then we look at how to plan annual feed requirements to match animal needs to pasture growth annually and in key periods like calving etc. We cover supplementary versus substitute feeding and finally introduce the importance of epigenetics and dietary diversity in feeding behaviour, nutritional efficiency and adaptation of animals to your local grazing landscape. \n\n\n\nSession 4 Your Grazing Plan – Part 1: the management steps to success in planned rotational grazing. Monitoring your pastures: herbage mass: what it is, why it is important and how to measure it. Estimating and benchmarking herbage mass and pasture growth.  \n\n\n\nSession 5 Your Grazing Plan – Part 2:  Feed budgeting: working out how much pasture you need season to season for your enterprise. Planning for critical times, growing and non-growing seasons. You will start a Feed Budget for each of your paddocks and your whole property.\n\n\n\nSession 6 Your Grazing Plan – Part 3: Pulling it all together for your whole property. In this session we will help you start a Grazing Plan and fine tune your plan for success. Monthly, seasonal and annual planning. This session will include a Q & A session to get further questions addressed with Judi.\n\n\n\n\nCourse Logistics:\n\n\n\nCourse Dates: \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Thursday July 18th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 2: Thursday July 25th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 3: Thursday August 1st, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 4: Thursday August 8th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 5: Tuesday August 13th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 6: Thursday August 22nd, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\n\nWhere? Once registered & paid you’ll be sent a link to the zoom sessions prior to each session.\n\n\n\nCost? $300 + GST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Ticket Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2024, and is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund, and Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/reboot-your-grazing/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Course
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240308T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240308T160000
DTSTAMP:20240125T121949Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240125
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:12
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SUMMARY:Managing Pastures with Foliar Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:\nA One Day Workshop with Joel Williams\n\n\n\nWhile much of our focus is taken up with trying to rectify soil deficiencies with soil amendments, there is increasing awareness that foliar nutrition can be used to reduce those inputs without sacrificing pasture performance, and with the added bonus of substantial benefits to both plant and soil health . \n\n\n\nPresented by Joel Williams of Integrated Soils ( https://integratedsoils.com/ ), this one day workshop will explore the why and how of foliar nutrition for grazing enterprises, with a particular focus on nitrogen. Topics covered include:\n\n\n\n\nPlant nutrition – roles and functions of essential nutrients for pasture production\n\n\n\nPlant nutrient uptake and utilisation\n\n\n\nSupporting plant pest & disease resistance with nutrition and biology\n\n\n\nTesting plant nutritional status\n\n\n\nNitrogen metabolism and protein synthesis\n\n\n\nFoliar feeding to optimise nutrient use efficiencies\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Friday March 8th 8.45am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? The Colonial Brewery, Osmington Rd, Margaret River, WA, Australia 6285\n\n\n\nCost? $110 + GST, morning tea and lunch provided\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Ticket Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2024 which is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund. This event is also supported by Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/managing-pastures-with-foliar-nutrition/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:29 Osmington Rd, Bramley WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240405T160000
DURATION:PT1H30M
DTSTAMP:20240130T145449Z
RDATE;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240405T160000,20240412T160000,20240419T160000,20240426T160000,20240503T160000
CREATED:20240130
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:26
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SUMMARY:Diversity Pastures
DESCRIPTION:\nA 5 part Online Course to learn why and how to increase pasture diversity on your farm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by David Hardwick and the team from Soil Land Food, this course will explore the benefits of increasing plant diversity using multispecies cropping and pastures. You will also learn some tactics on how to increase plant diversity on your place successfully through the development of a Diversity Pastures Action Plan for your place.\n\n\n\nThe course consists of five by 90 minute Zoom Webinars, run once a week over 5 weeks. The course is limited to a maximum of 15 to allow for personalised attention to the participants from the course trainers. Recorded sessions will be accessible for catching up via Talkin’ After Hours, the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Online Community.\n\n\n\nTopics Covered Include:\n\n\n\n\nPlant diversity: why it is important and the benefits\n\n\n\nHow plant diversity helps your soil and grazing business\n\n\n\nMulti-species: the different diversity tactics for pastures and cropping\n\n\n\nSpecies and Varieties: the options available in south-west WA\n\n\n\nIdentifying windows of opportunity in South-West WA\n\n\n\nSteps to diversity success\n\n\n\nSetting Goals: identify your issues and set some paddock goals\n\n\n\nPlan your strategy\n\n\n\nChoose your seed mix\n\n\n\nPrepare your soil and paddock \n\n\n\nSowing: timing, equipment, depth etc.\n\n\n\nManaging your crop/pasture\n\n\n\nStages of change towards your long term paddock goal\n\n\n\nGrazing as a tool to improve diversity\n\n\n\n\nCourse Logistics:\n\n\n\nCourse Dates: \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Friday April 5th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 2: Friday April 12th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 3: Friday April 19th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 4: Friday April 26th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 5: Friday May 3rd, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\n\nWhere? Once registered & paid you’ll be sent a link to the zoom sessions prior to each session.\n\n\n\nCost? $250 + GST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Ticket Here ( https://www.trybooking.com/COXTJ )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2024 which is supported though funding from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course is also supported through funding from Perth NRM/RegenWA and Lotterywest.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/diversity-pastures/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Course
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240201T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240201T180000
DTSTAMP:20240123T125856Z
CREATED:20240123
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:RAPP 2024 Welcome Sundowner
DESCRIPTION:\nOur very first session for 2024 will be a great opportunity for you, as a participant in the Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2024 ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/regenerative-agriculture-in-practice-project-rapp-2024/ ), to meet the project team and familiarise yourself more thoroughly with the program. It will also give us the opportunity to find out more from you about what your priorities are and what you are wanting to get out of the program.\n\n\n\nWe will finish up the session with some nibbles and drinks and a chance to catch up socially with other RAPPers in the program. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there – can you please RSVP your attendance at the link on this page, along with your #2 enterprise partner’s name (if you are bringing a #2) so we know for catering.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday February 1st from 4.00pm to 6.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? The Berry Farm, 43 Bessell Rd, Rosa Glen WA 6285\n\n\n\nWhat else? This event is open ONLY to participants in the Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2024.\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program 2024 which is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund. This event is also supported by RegenWA and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation through their Soil Wise Program. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-2024-welcome-sundowner/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:43 Bessell Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T114500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T183000
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SUMMARY:Grow Your Pasture Profits
DESCRIPTION:\nA half day workshop and sundowner event\n\n\n\nParticipants of the Healthy Estuaries WA and Soil Wise Soil Testing Program are invited to join fellow farmers, agronomists, DWER, DPIRD and catchment officers for a workshop and sundowner. You will receive your soil test results, learn how to interpret them, and how to use them to guide your fertiliser decisions. You will also learn more about nutrient management.\n\n\n\nThe workshop will cover:\n\n\n\n\nSoil test results (farm nutrient map)\n\n\n\nUnderstanding limits & constraints\n\n\n\nSoil acidity & lime\n\n\n\nFertiliser strategies\n\n\n\nNutrient Calculator\n\n\n\nQuestion time with agronomists and DPIRD officers\n\n\n\n.. and more\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday Feb 20th\n\n\n\nTime: 11.45pm Registrations & Lunch, Workshop 12.30pmto 5.30pm, Sundowner from 5.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere: The Barn, 294 Bridgelands Rd, Rosa Glen 6285\n\n\n\nCost: This is a free event. Please advise dietary requirements.\n\n\n\nHow: Register on this page.\n\n\n\nGrow-Your-Pasture-Profits-Flyer-1 ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2024/01/Grow-Your-Pasture-Profits-Flyer-1.pdf )Download\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries. It is supported by Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/grow-your-pasture-profits/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:294 Bridgelands Rd, Rosa Glen. 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240214T160000
DURATION:PT1H30M
DTSTAMP:20240123T120418Z
RDATE;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240214T160000,20240221T160000,20240228T160000,20240306T160000,20240313T160000,20240320T160000
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PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:16
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SUMMARY:Reboot Your Soil
DESCRIPTION:\nA 6 part Online Course to learn how to identify soil constraints and key nutrient issues that may be holding back their enterprise. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by David Hardwick and the team from Soil Land Food, this online 6 part course Reboot Your Soil will give you a clear, holistic process to follow to develop an effective soil management plan.\n\n\n\nThe course is designed to suit all farming enterprises to help farmers improve their soil management. \n\n\n\nThe course consists of six by 90 minute Zoom Webinars, run once a week over 6 weeks. Recorded sessions will be accessible for catching up via Talkin’ After Hours, the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Online Community. You will also be provided with a Soil Action Plan Worksheet to help develop a plan for your soils as you go through the webinars.\n\n\n\nCourse Content:\n\n\n\n\nSession 1 – What is a soil system? – Air, Water, Minerals, Soil Life and Plants. How soils work! The 3 areas of soil management: Soil Type, Soil Health and Soil Fertility. The 3 core soil skills. The 4 essential steps to successful soil management. 10 Principles of Regenerative Soil Management. Using the Soil Action Plan Worksheet. Step 1 – Identifying your soil types. Step 2 – matching your enterprise to your soil types.\n\n\n\nSession 2 – Introduction to Soil Tests: what and why. Using soil tests: the Golden Rules to getting the most from them. Pulling apart soil tests: the 5 parts to any test. Different tests and labs: Conventional and alternative approaches. Looking at a soil test – Organic Matter/Carbon.\n\n\n\nSession 3 – Managing Soil Health: the 3 steps to success. The Soil Health Checklist. The Carbon to Nitrogen Ratio, soil salinity and soil pH. Options for improving soil constraints.\n\n\n\nSession 4 – The Soil Health Checklist: Using soil tests to manage soil health,Cation Balances, Acid and Non Acid cations, Sodium, Calcium/Magnesium Ratio. Soil pH and soil salinity. Benchmarking and identifying potential issues. Options for improving soil health.\n\n\n\nSession 5 – Soils and nutrients, the basics: The 5 steps to regenerative nutrient management. Using soil tests to manage soil fertility – Phosphorous and Sulphur. Benchmarking and identifying potential fertility issues. Options for improving soil fertility. Steps to soil success. Pulling your soil action plan together.\n\n\n\nSession 6 – The Q & A webinar: will offer a chance to ask further questions.\n\n\n\n\nCourse Logistics:\n\n\n\nCourse Dates: \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Wednesday February 14th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 2: Wednesday February 21st, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 3: Wednesday February 28th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 4: Wednesday March 6th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 5: Wednesday March 13th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nSession 6: Wednesday March 20th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\n\nWhere? Once registered you’ll be sent a link to the zoom sessions prior to each session.\n\n\n\nWhat else? This course is valued at $600 but is fully funded for rural land managers in the Augusta Margaret River Shire –  Places are very limited for this course so don’t wait to register.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course forms part of the Lower Blackwood LCDC’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2024 which is supported though funding from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund and Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/reboot-your-soil/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Course
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231212T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231212T183000
DTSTAMP:20231123T125139Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231208
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SUMMARY:Lower Blackwood LCDC Annual General Meeting & Sundowner 2023
DESCRIPTION:\nAnother year has flashed by.. and we’d really love to share with you just what we’ve been up to. Come join us at the beautiful Hamelin Bay Wines to find out!\n\n\n\nDetails:\n\n\n\nWhere? Hamelin Bay Wines, 199 McDonald Rd, Karridale\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday 12th December\n\n\n\n4:30pm – 5:00pm: AGM\n\n\n\n5:00pm – 6:30pm: Sundowner\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/lower-blackwood-lcdc-annual-general-meeting-sundowner-2023/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:199 McDonald Rd, Karridale
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UID:MEC-e9c8064bc8dac39bed69dd1d0158c1cd@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231123T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231123T173000
DTSTAMP:20231114T130439Z
CREATED:20231114
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114
PRIORITY:5
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SUMMARY:Developing Fertile & Functional Biological Systems
DESCRIPTION:\nA Live Webinar Event\n\n\n\nThere are many examples of productive, resilient ecosystems, around the globe, growing healthily, on nothing but the inherent sunlight, air, water and earth.\n\n\n\nThe deeper we look into it, the more we find out about the wonderful functions various species in living communities perform and the ways they can generate fertility. \n\n\n\nBy utilising living organisms to do some of the work, particularly in an agricultural context, we can build stronger systems with lower labour, input and environmental costs.\n\n\n\nJoin us for this inspiring webinar with Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology, on the biological principles we can follow and practices we can adopt to make best use of our natural resources in primary production enterprises.\n\n\n\nWhen we look after life, life looks after us!\n\n\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday November 23rd, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is supported though funding from Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/developing-fertile-functional-biological-systems/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-5989add1703e4b0480f75e2390739f34@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231207T154500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231207T180000
DTSTAMP:20231114T102528Z
CREATED:20231114
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120
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SEQUENCE:17
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SUMMARY:RAPP 2023 Showcase Sundowner
DESCRIPTION:\nThis invitation only Showcase Sundowner is a celebration of the past 12 month RAPP journey we have taken – a chance to share the ups, downs & all the learnings with you all .. and there were plenty!\n\n\n\nOver drinks and nibbles we’ll also talk ‘turkey’ about RAPP 2024 and hope to encourage you, as a past or present RAPPer, to stick with it and continue to grow your skills, knowledge & experience of regenerative principles & practices with us. Click through for a sneak preview of what RAPP 2024 looks like and bring your questions with you.\n\n\n\nLastly the sundowner is a real opportunity for our program funders to hear first hand the outcomes of their investment, and demonstrate to them the importance of continuing to subsidise this great program into the future. Your support through attending & sharing your experiences will be enormously valuable.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhere? Glenarty Road, 70 Glenarty Rd, Karridale, Western Australia 6288\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday December 7th, 3.45pm to 6.00pm\n\n\n\nWhat else? This is an invitation only event.\n\n\n\nAll Past & Present RAPP’ers are invited\n\n\n\n We hope you can make it – we want to see you AND you plus one there!\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Lower Blackwood’s Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program which is supported through the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Management Fund. This event is also supported by RegenWA and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation through their Soil Wise Program. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-2023-showcase-sundowner/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION: Glenarty Road, 70 Glenarty Rd, Karridale, Western Australia 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231115T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20231026T134737Z
CREATED:20231026
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:DIY Soil Sampling Training Day
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin fellow farmers & DPIRD Officers to learn how to collect accurate soil samples on your farm.\n\n\n\nBy the end of the day you will know how to:\n\n\n\n\nTake accurate soil samples that represent your farm.\n\n\n\nSet-up the sampling drill and auger.\n\n\n\nGPS your sample locations.\n\n\n\nUse sample bags correctly.\n\n\n\n\nThis training is mandatory for all participants of the Healthy Estuaries WA and Soil Wise DIY soil sampling program, but everyone is welcome.\n\n\n\nGet ready! To prepare for the day and get the best out of it you will need to:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the short training videos before attending the field day.\n\n\n\nRespect biosecurity on our host’s property.\n\n\n\nDress appropriately (hat, boots, fly net etc.).\n\n\n\nBring a water bottle and sunscreen.\n\n\n\nIf possible, bring a charged smart phone or tablet with a SIM card slot (doesn’t need a sim).\n\n\n\nInstall FileMaker Go 19 if using iPhone or iPad.\n\n\n\nIf possible, bring a charged battery drill.\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Wednesday 15 November, 9am to 12pm\n\n\n\nWhere? 325 Rocky Rd, Forrest Grove\n\n\n\nWhat else? Hands on training and morning tea provided\n\n\n\nDIYsoilsampling_A4_Flyer_2023_LB ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2023/10/DIYsoilsampling_A4_Flyer_2023_LB.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, State Government initiatives to improve the health of our South West estuaries. It is supported by Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program – an Australian Government initiative\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/diy-soil-sampling-training-day-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:325 Rocky Rd, Forrest Grove
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UID:MEC-482b4b31a9310f6d589eda6822b29975@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240208T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240208T153000
DTSTAMP:20231027T082329Z
CREATED:20231027
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:15
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SUMMARY:Optimising Plant Nutrition for Growers
DESCRIPTION:\nEffective and Efficient Strategies for Lowering Inputs and Improving Production\n\n\n\nEnsuring that the plants we grow get the nutrition they need is important for the robust growth, pest and disease resistance, and yield outcomes we want from our enterprise programs. Current agricultural trends however are seeing a a decline in soil health, this is accompanied by a greater reliance on finite and increasingly costly fertilisers, and inceasing environmental issues that are associated with such practices.\n\n\n\nMore than ever, there is both an economic and ecological imperative for management practices that look after our soil so that we get better nutrient retention, delivery and cycling, and well informed, targeted fertiliser applications, to achieve desirable plant performance outcomes with minimal waste. \n\n\n\nIn this one-day workshop with Mark Tupman of Productive Ecology, we will cover the underlying principles and fundamentals of how to:\n\n\n\n\nBuild Fertile and Functional Soils \n\n\n\nDetermine the Nutritional Status of Soils and Plants \n\n\n\nHow to Best Apply Nutrients to the Soil and Plants\n\n\n\nDevelop Sound Nutritional Programs for our Crops/Pastures\n\n\n\n\nThe day will also include a practical session making and applying nutritional amendments.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday February 8th 2024, 8.45am to 3.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere?  Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup WA 6290\n\n\n\nCost? This event is sponsored by Soil Wise and is complementary for attendees.\n\n\n\nWhat else? Morning Tea & Lunch provided. BYO refillable water bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear, and dress for the weather.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is supported by the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Management Fund and Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/optimising-plant-nutrition-for-growers/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-164fbf608021ece8933758ee2b28dd7d@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231121T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231121T183000
DTSTAMP:20231026T125516Z
CREATED:20231026
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
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SUMMARY:Hardy Inlet Estuary Forum
DESCRIPTION:\nDiscover the hidden secrets of the Hardy!\n\n\n\nThe Department of Water and Environmental Regulation and Lower Blackwood Landcare are providing a free community event with updates on the health of the Hardy Inlet and Lower Blackwood River. Presentations will cover the latest science including results from recent seagrass and water quality monitoring, soil amendment trials and on-ground actions to protect the waterways.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhere? The Colourpatch Café, 98 Albany Tce, Augusta\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday 21 November 2023, 4:30pm – 6:30pm\n\n\n\nWhat else? A light supper will be provided\n\n\n\nHardy-Estuary-Forum-Flyer2023 ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2023/10/Hardy-Estuary-Forum-Flyer2023.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program that aims to improve the health of our South West estuaries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/hardy-inlet-estuary-forum-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:98 Albany Tce, Augusta, WA 6290
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UID:MEC-1eee58f7a5d6bd6df171b1d131acd79a@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231026T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231026T180000
DTSTAMP:20231009T162917Z
CREATED:20231009
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:9
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SUMMARY:RAPP Peer Group Session #7 – Review Your Non Growing Season Grazing Plan
DESCRIPTION:\n\nAccess the session here ( https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86141714720?pwd=a3BIbzkvQ20wSVRIOWZ3ZUFueENYUT09 )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this Peer Group session we will zoom in with Dr Judi Earl to review how to plan for our non growing season grazing. It will also be a good opportunity for a general Q & A on any other pasture and grazing questions that you have. \n\n\n\nThis will be our last session with Judi for RAPP 2023 so don’t miss the opportunity. Please note that this event is for RAPP2023 participants only.\n\n\n\nTo help you prepare for the session you may like to watch this webinar we recorded on the same topic last year with Judi:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-8-review-your-non-growing-season-grazing-plan/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-ef51e95cc22745740d4e8c771e011e1f@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231024T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231024T160000
DTSTAMP:20231003T124207Z
CREATED:20231003
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:6
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SUMMARY:Ground Cover in Vineyards Workshop & Field Day
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin hosts agroecologist/viticulturist Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd and Regional On-ground Coordinator, Kate Tarrant, Lower Blackwood LCDC for the Margaret River Region National EcoVineyards Program ground covers event.\n\n\n\nSpecial guest presenters Jade Killoran, Healthy Farming Systems and Keith Smith, Formosa Flora will provide lots of practical tips and experience on the use of multi-species cover crops and native grasses and forbs in and around vineyards.\n\n\n\nIncluded will be discussions on\n\n\n\n\nBenefits of ground covers\n\n\n\nDeciding what to sow\n\n\n\nPreparation (including inoculants)\n\n\n\nWhen, how to sow, management and assessing the benefits\n\n\n\nTrial and seasonal insights\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen? Tuesday October 24th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Wayfinder Vineyard\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event, morning tea and lunch provided.\n\n\n\nWhat else? Wear suitable farm footwear, byo refillable water bottle, and dress for the weather.\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/ground-cover-in-vineyards-workshop-field-day/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:168 Clews Rd Cowaramup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231005T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231005T180000
DTSTAMP:20230929T162720Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Wise Elimination Trials Sundowner
DESCRIPTION:\nCome join us for a sundowner and a paddock walk with Healthy Estuaries WA & Soil Wise team members Rob McFerran and Dr Deborah Holtham from the Department of Water & Environmental Regulation, to review one of eight elimination strip trials sites. The trials ulitmately aim to:\n\n\n\n\nTest national critical soil test K and S values for relevance to south-west WA.\n\n\n\nPromote best practice in sustainable agriculture and increase confidence in farmers and industry in evidence-based fertiliser recommendations.\n\n\n\nPromote the efficient use of fertiliser products to ensure their potential is maximised on farm and losses to waterways are minimised.\n\n\n\n\nIncluded in the session will be a demonstration on how to take plant samples for tissue testing. \n\n\n\nAttention to 2022/2023 Healthy Estuaries WA Soil Testing Program Participants\n\n\n\nIf you participated in the Healthy Estuaries WA Soil Testing program last year, you are entitled to free plant tissue testing on four paddocks of your choice. Attend this event to collect your sample pack and instructions on how to take samples. Your plant test results will be sent to agronomist for interpretation.\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday 5 October, 4.30pm to 6.00pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Drive to the corner of Campbell & Coffey Rd, Warner Glen 6288. Park in the paddock where indicated by the parking sign. \n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event, drinks and snacks provided\n\n\n\nWhat else? Wear appropriate farm foot wear, BYO water bottle, & dress for the weather.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis sundowner is supported by Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/soil-wise-sundowner/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231019T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231019T093000
DTSTAMP:20230928T162229Z
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SUMMARY:What you need to know about Nitrogen
DESCRIPTION:\nNitrogen is essential to all living things, it is a critical component of protein without which nothing can grow. It comes in many forms but it takes energy for plants to covert it from its inorganic forms of nitrate to ammonia, into organic forms of amino acids and proteins that plants can use. In addition to this extra energy requirement, inorganic forms of nitrogen are also subject to loss through volatisation and leaching. It follows then, that the forms of nitrogen that we use in agriculture, and how we apply them, can greatly influence the efficiency & profitability of our grazing enterprises. We can also implement management practices to take advantage of the free nitrogen that’s available through microbial nitrogen fixation.\n\n\n\nIn this important and topical webinar, agroecologist Joel Williams of Integrated Soils ( https://integratedsoils.com/ ) will introduce participants to the fundamentals of how nitrogen works in the nutrient cycle and what steps farmers can take to reduce their reliance on inorganic nitrogen through good nitrogen management for more resilient and profitable grazing systems.\n\n\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday October 19th, 8.00am to 9.30am\n\n\n\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\n\n\n\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\n\n\n\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\n\n\n\nA PDF of the presentation\n\n\n\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is supported though funding from Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/what-you-need-to-know-about-nitrogen/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231005T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231005T163000
DTSTAMP:20230913T123922Z
CREATED:20230913
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:15
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SUMMARY:Better Hay and Silage Workshop
DESCRIPTION:\nHow good is your hay/silage?\n\n\n\nAccess to quality preserved fodder empowers farmers to maintain productivity during the  summer/autumn feed gap and when late breaks, cold winters and dry seasons affect pasture supply.\n\n\n\nThis Interactive workshop, facilitated by two specialists, will feature:\n\n\n\n\nTime of cutting – quality vs. yield\n\n\n\nCrop and pasture differences\n\n\n\nBest practice steps for great hay and silage outcomes\n\n\n\nStoring and feeding-out, avoiding waste\n\n\n\nInterpreting feed tests\n\n\n\nStock class requirements and effective allocation\n\n\n\nCost effective decisions\n\n\n\n\nIn addition to the workshops participants will also:\n\n\n\n\nTake home the ‘Successful Silage Manual’  and WA Specific Hay and Silage notes. \n\n\n\nReceive a voucher to get a hay or silage sample analysed. \n\n\n\nHave the opportunity to participate in two follow-up webinars to consolidate knowledge, ask more questions, and get a report on feed analysis for all state participants, with insight on allocation options and livestock performance.\n\n\n\n\nPLUS at the end of the day you will be welcome to join us for a Soil Wise Sundowner and a paddock walk with project coordinator Rob McFerran from Department of Water & Environmental Regulation to review on one of elimination strip trials sites aimed at:\n\n\n\n\nTesting national critical soil test K and S values for relevance to south-west WA.\n\n\n\nPromoting best practice in sustainable agriculture and increase confidence in farmers and industry in evidence-based fertiliser recommendations.\n\n\n\nPromoting the efficient use of fertiliser products to ensure their potential is maximised on farm and losses to waterways are minimised.\n\n\n\n\nIncluded in the session will be a demonstration on how to take plant sample for tissue testing.\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday 5 October, 9am – 4.30pm (Workshop), 4.30pm – 6.00pm (Sundowner)\n\n\n\nWhere? Warner Glen (register for directions)\n\n\n\nCost? Western Beef Financial Members: $25 | Non-members: $ 55\n\n\n\nRegistration includes: \n\n\n\n\nLunch, morning, and afternoon tea, \n\n\n\nTwo follow-up webinars – Voucher for fodder\n\n\n\nanalysis ($67-80)- Successful Silage\n\n\n\nManual ($75) – WA specific notes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t hesitate to book your ticket, places are VERY limited!\n\n\n\n\n\nLowerBlackwood2023Better-Hay-and-Silage-1 ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2023/09/LowerBlackwood2023Better-Hay-and-Silage-1.pdf )Download\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is delivered by Western Beef in partnership with the Lower Blackwood LCDC and MLA and is supported through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/better-hay-and-silage-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Warner Glen
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230929T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230929T153000
DTSTAMP:20230828T142814Z
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SEQUENCE:9
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SUMMARY:On-Farm Bugs and Brews: Biofertilisers, Stimulants and Inoculants
DESCRIPTION:\nLearn to make biofertilisers and bioferments on farm.\n\n\n\nIn this hands-on 1 day workshop with presenter David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, you will learn the theory behind fermentation based bioferments and biofertilisers. We will also practise making a number of simple products including EM, biofertilisers and a bioferment. Open source simple recipes and how to make an inoculation for a fermentation compost are included on the day, including:\n\n\n\n\nThe types of biological products.\n\n\n\nAerobic and fermentation products\n\n\n\nFermentation: the essential principles\n\n\n\nMaking Fermentation based biostimulants, inoculants and biofertilisers\n\n\n\nUsing biologicals\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\n\n\n\nWhen?  Friday September 29th, 8.45am to 3.30pm\n\n\n\nWhere? Blackwood River Farm, 210 Campbell Road, Warner Glen, 6288 \n\n\n\nWhat else? Morning Tea & Lunch will be provided. BYO refill water bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear and dress for the weather.\n\n\n\nCost? $100 +GST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlaces are limited for this topical and informative workshop so don’t wait to register or risk disappointment!\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/on-farm-bugs-and-brews-biofertilisers-stimulants-and-inoculants/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:210 Campbell Road, Warner Glen WA 6288
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UID:MEC-b4d8c3b407f932ae5dde930628585e1d@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230811T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230811T170000
DTSTAMP:20230803T164813Z
CREATED:20230803
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Peer Group Session #6 – Data Collection & Monitoring in the Field
DESCRIPTION:In this peer group session we get hands on learning how to monitor and collect data to monitor multispecies pasture performance.\nWe highly recommend you tune into the webinar on August 10th that Mark is presenting on the same topic as he will be presenting a lot of the underpinning information you’ll find useful for the field walk.\nAt the end of the session we’ll relax and keep talking over some drinks and nibbles.\nPlease note that this is field walk is only available for the current participants of our Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) Project Participants. If you are not a participant in this project then please do not register for this course.\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-7-data-collection-monitoring-in-the-field/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:511 Davis Road, Witchcliffe
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230817T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230817T180000
DTSTAMP:20230728T111726Z
CREATED:20230728
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:2
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SUMMARY:Ferals in the Frame – A Project Update
DESCRIPTION:The growing menace of feral pigs on the Scott River Coastal Plain (SCP) poses a very real & serious threat to both the biodiversity and cultural values of the SCP. The SCP contains two nationally important wetlands, a threatened ecological community and a number of registered Aboriginal heritage sites. The multi year Feral Pigs in Focus ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/projects/feral-pig-control/ ) project supports the Lower Blackwood Vertebrate Pest Management Group (LBVPMG) to work collaboratively with landholders, plantation companies, DBCA, DPIRD, Traditional Owners and local government to undertake priority feral pig control work to protect the Scott Coastal Plain (SCP).\nNow halfway through our 2nd year and with the 22/23 trapping season drawn to a close, it’s time to give you update on our progress. Hear from our Project Officer Jeff John, and LBVPMG trapper Les Dunnet, on the good, bad and ugly of monitoring and trapping feral pigs, and zooming in will be Dr. Narelle Dybing from the National Feral Pig Program to talk about what’s going on at a national scale. Also in this update hear from Scott River farmer and land holder Erin Hutton on how feral pigs are impacting her family’s farm and what actions they are taking to reduce & mitigate the problem.\nEVENT LOGISTICS:\nCome join us for this important information event, PLUS at the end of the updates we’ll relax & enjoy a drink with some local pulled pork rolls. It will be a great chance to keep talking, network with our presenters & local landholders who have experiences to share.\nHealth Advice: If you are feeling unwell on the day of the event please do not attend.\nWhere? Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup.\nWhen? Thursday August 17th, 4.00pm to 6.00pm\nCost? This is a FREE event\nThe Feral Pigs in Focus project is delivered by the Lower Blackwood LCDC in partnership with the Lower Blackwood Vertebrate Pest Management Group, and supported through funding from the Shire of Nannup, Peppermint Estate Pty Ltd., and the State Natural Resource Management Program, and is facilitated through a continuing partnership with the Lower Blackwood LCDC the Lower Blackwood Vertebrate Pest Management Group.\n \n           \n            \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/ferals-in-the-frame-a-project-upate/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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UID:MEC-f30a31bcad7560324b3249ba66ccf7aa@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230810T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230810T173000
DTSTAMP:20230727T104031Z
CREATED:20230727
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:1
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SUMMARY:Data Collection to Monitor Pasture Health and Productivity
DESCRIPTION:In this Talkin’ After Hours live webinar, we explore the different data that can be collected from multi-species pastures & crops to assess how they are performing in the key performance areas of; Soil Function and Fertility, Pasture Quality and Quantity, and Local Ecosystem Health.\nPresenter Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology will take you through a range of planning and practical activities to monitor the health & productivity of your multispecies pasture.\nThese include:\n\nDeveloping a Monitoring Program\nIn Field Activities & Data Collection\nLaboratory Analysis\nUsing Your Monitoring Program to Inform Management Decisions\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS\nWhen? Thursday August 10th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\nA PDF of the presentation\n\nCost? This is a free event\n\nThis webinar is delivered in partnership with the Lower South West Growers Group and is supported though funding from Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/data-collection-to-monitor-pasture-health-and-productivity/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-c3bfbc2fc89bd1dd71ad5fc5ac96ae69@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230704T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230704T160000
DTSTAMP:20230622T152749Z
CREATED:20230622
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:2
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SUMMARY:Weedy Wattles & What To Do With Them
DESCRIPTION:Not to be confused with our own Golden Wreath Wattle (Acacia Saligna), Eastern States Wattles have become problematic in the South West due to their previous popularity as ornamental trees & as soil stabilisers.  Weed Wattles are not a problem in their own natural geographic locations where local seed-eating insects keep them in check, but this natural control does not occur in Western Australia where these wattles reproduce prolifically by seed.\nWhy is that a problem? Wattles are nitrogen fixers. When they grow in an area that has been disturbed, the combination of disturbed soil and extra nitrogen encourages exotic grasses to invade. As the grasses dry out in summer, they increase the risk of bushfire. Fire stimulates more wattle seeds to germinate and a destructive cycle is set in motion. In addition, under optimum conditions weed wattles can form dense, almost impenetrable thickets of trees effectively, wiping out all other native plants and habitat for native animals.\nAll in all we don’t want them around!\nIn this practical demonstration workshop presented by well known local ‘weed warrior’ & contractor Rick Ensley from Margaret River Naturals, participants will learn how to identify the different types of weed wattles and some other woody exotic species common to the Lower Blackwood, AND some tips and tricks on how to deal with them using readily available tools.\nEvent Logistics:\nWhen?  Tuesday July 4th, 2.00pm to 4.00pm\nWhere? 21 Bessell Road Rosa Glen WA 6285\nCost? This is a free event\nWhat else? Wear appropriate farm footwear (clean) and dress for the weather. For biosecurity reasons participants will be asked to step through a bootwash before and after entering the property.\nHow? Register your details along with any special dietary needs via this event page.\nThis event forms part of the LCDC’s Weedwork project, and is supported through funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program.\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/weedy-wattles-what-to-do-with-them/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:21 Bessell Road Rosa Glen WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230724T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230724T153000
DTSTAMP:20230622T110228Z
CREATED:20230622
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
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SUMMARY:Multispecies Pastures & Cropping
DESCRIPTION:Presented by farmer, multispecies seeding specialist & seed producer Grant Sims from Down Under Covers, and award winning soil microbiologist, Emerita Professor Lynette Abbott, this one-day workshop and fieldwalk  will explore why & how multispecies work to build farm resilience, productivity & profitability.\nYou’ll also learn about:\n\nThe Soil-Plant Relationship\nCarbon based soil amendments\nSeeding & establishing multispecies pastures & crops to improve soil resilience & productivity\nA practical demonstration using tools to monitor plant / soil health\n\nEvent Logistics:\nWhen?  Monday July 24th, 8.45am to 3.30pm\nWhere? Blackwood River Farm, 210 Campbell Road, Warner Glen, 6288 Warner Glen\nCost? This is a free event\nWhat else? Morning Tea & Lunch will be provided. BYO refill water bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear and dress for the weather.\nHow? Register your details along with any special dietary needs via this event page.\nPlaces are limited for this topical and informative workshop so don’t wait to register or risk disappointment!\n\nDownload Poster – Multispecies Pastures & Cropping\n \nThis event forms part of an event roadshow ( https://estuaries.dwer.wa.gov.au/soil-wise/events/ ) coordinated by the Lower Blackwood LCDC in collaboration with six other catchment groups across the southwest, and is funded through Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program. \n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/multispecies-perennial-pastures/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:210 Campbell Road, Warner Glen WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230927T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230928T160000
DTSTAMP:20230515T145942Z
CREATED:20230515
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:1
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SUMMARY:Plan Your Farm Landscape – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:LEARN HOW RURAL LANDSCAPES WORK. DEVELOP A WHOLE FARM PLAN THAT USES LANDSCAPE ECOLOGY TO ACHIEVE A HEALTHY RURAL LANDSCAPE AS WELL AS PRODUCTIVE AND EFFICIENT FARM ENTERPRISES.\nPresented by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, this innovative 4 day course will show you how to design and plan a healthy, resilient and productive rural landscape for your farm business in the 21st century. At the end of this course you will have the confidence to identify issues, make decisions and take action to start improving landscape health and enterprise productivity on your property. It all starts with good planning! You will develop a well thought out & whole of farm plan for your place. The course is hands on, group based and combines theory with lots of practical activities.\nYou will learn:\n\nhow to “see” your landscape using landscape thinking\nabout Landscape Patches: the pieces of your farm’s landscape jigsaw\nthe water and nutrient cycles in rural landscapes\nhow energy flows and biodiversity functions in rural landscapes\nclimate, landforms & soil types on your property\nabout the landscape and agricultural elements of rural planning\nthe different approaches to property planning\nthe 10 steps to effective property planning\n\n You will also:\n\nuse maps for property planning\nset goals for your farm’s rural landscape & enterprises\nassess your farm’s rural landscape\nidentify & prioritise issues\nbrainstorm strategies for improvement\ndevelop a Farm Plan for a sustainable future\n\nCOURSE LOGISTICS:\nWhere? Alexander Bridge Hall, 1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288\nWhen? Monday July 17th & Tuesday July 18th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\nWhat else? Lunch & Morning & Afternoon Tea will be provided as will farm maps and planning tools.\nPlease note that this is course is only available for the current participants of our Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) Project Participants. If you are not a participant in this project then please do not register for this course.\nThis course forms part of our Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2023 Project delivered jointly with the Lower South West Growers Group. The project has received funding through the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s Environmental Management Fund.\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/plan-your-farm-landscape-part-1-488/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230612T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230613T160000
DTSTAMP:20230515T142733Z
CREATED:20230515
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
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SUMMARY:Plan Your Farm Landscape – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:LEARN HOW RURAL LANDSCAPES WORK. DEVELOP A WHOLE FARM PLAN THAT USES LANDSCAPE ECOLOGY TO ACHIEVE A HEALTHY RURAL LANDSCAPE AS WELL AS PRODUCTIVE AND EFFICIENT FARM ENTERPRISES.\nPresented by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food, this innovative 4 day course will show you how to design and plan a healthy, resilient and productive rural landscape for your farm business in the 21st century. At the end of this course you will have the confidence to identify issues, make decisions and take action to start improving landscape health and enterprise productivity on your property. It all starts with good planning! You will develop a well thought out & whole of farm plan for your place. The course is hands on, group based and combines theory with lots of practical activities.\nYou will learn:\n\nhow to “see” your landscape using landscape thinking\nabout Landscape Patches: the pieces of your farm’s landscape jigsaw\nthe water and nutrient cycles in rural landscapes\nhow energy flows and biodiversity functions in rural landscapes\nclimate, landforms & soil types on your property\nabout the landscape and agricultural elements of rural planning\nthe different approaches to property planning\nthe 10 steps to effective property planning\n\n You will also:\n\nuse maps for property planning\nset goals for your farm’s rural landscape & enterprises\nassess your farm’s rural landscape\nidentify & prioritise issues\nbrainstorm strategies for improvement\ndevelop a Farm Plan for a sustainable future\n\nCOURSE LOGISTICS:\nWhere? Alexander Bridge Hall, 1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288\nWhen? Part 1: Monday June 12th & Tuesday June 13th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\nWhat else? Lunch & Morning & Afternoon Tea will be provided as will farm maps and planning tools.\nPlease note that this is course is only available for the current participants of our Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) Project Participants. If you are not a participant in this project then please do not register for this course.\nThis course forms part of our Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Program (RAPP) 2023 Project delivered jointly with the Lower South West Growers Group. The project has received funding through the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s Environmental Management Fund.\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/plan-your-farm-landscape-part-1/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:1252 Brockman Hwy, Courtenay WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230614T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230614T160000
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SUMMARY:On Farm Composting
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make high-quality compost on your farm using simple, low labour methods!\nThis 1-day hands on workshop presented by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food will include:\n\nAn introduction to compost\n3 ways to compost: aerobic, fermentation and vermicompost\nMaking Compost: the essentials\nCompost Quality: humus, nutrients and biology\nTesting compost\nUsing compost\n\nEvent Logistics:\nWhen?  Wednesday June 14th, 8.45am to 4.00pm\nWhere? Glenarty Road, 70 Glenarty Rd, Karridale WA 6288\nCost? This is a free event\nWhat else? Morning Tea, Lunch & Afternoon Tea will be provided. BYO refill water bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear and dress for the weather.\nHow? Register your details along with any special dietary needs via this event page. Places are limited so don’t wait to register or risk disappointment!\n\n \nThis event is supported by Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program. \n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/on-farm-composting/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION: Glenarty Road, 70 Glenarty Rd, Karridale, Western Australia 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230525T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230525T183000
DTSTAMP:20230428T101353Z
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SUMMARY:South West Food Security Plan
DESCRIPTION:Food Security relates to a region’s capacity to produce (or access) sufficient nutritious produce to feed its population. Here in the South West we have a growing population and with a changing climate and growing population it’s time to plan for the future.\nThere are three key factors that impact food insecurity: a lack of resource (including financial resources and other resources such as transport), lack of access to nutritious food (either at affordable prices or due to geographical isolation) and lack of motivation or knowledge about a nutritious diet.\nPerth NRM received funding via a Commonwealth Government grant to develop the WA Food Security Plan – a project to explore the challenges that impact – both positively and negatively – on our sustainable agricultural supply chains in WA.\nPerth NRM’s Peter Batt will join us to talk us through their findings and the plan – it will also be a great opportunity for you to give Peter your feedback on the constraints you are currently facing to feed into the plan.\nDon’t miss this great opportunity to provide input into our future food security!\n\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome join us for this important information event, PLUS at the end of the updates we’ll relax & enjoy a drink with and a small bite to eat. It will be a great chance to keep talking, network with our presenters & local landholders who have experiences to share.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Advice: If you are feeling unwell on the day of the event please do not attend.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere? Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup.\nWhen? Thursday May 25th, 4.30pm to 6.30pm\nCost? This is a FREE event\n\n\nThis Talkin’ After Hours event is hosted jointly with the Lower South West Growers Group\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/south-west-food-security-plan/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230504T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230504T173000
DTSTAMP:20230421T153028Z
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SUMMARY:Planning Your Grazing for the Growing Season
DESCRIPTION:Pasture and grazing management continues to be one of the most important issues for land managers and livestock producers everywhere.\nAn understanding of how grass grows and can best be utilised is a critical component of any successful grazing operation – and requires the ability to be able to assess & pasture on a regular basis. This knowledge, when implemented with other key grazing management tools – graze period & pasture recovery, stocking rate & density can lead to significant productivity & profitability improvements while at the same time improving the health of the land.\nIn our previous webinar with pasture ecologist and regenerative grazier Dr Judi Earl, ‘Calculating Pasture & Grazing to Build Soil & Profitability’, we explored the critical skill of pasture assessment & it’s place in the business of grazing & building soil health. In our latest webinar we will drill down into the skill of planning grazing for the growing season. Taking some time to watch our first webinar with Judi is essential to get the most out of this ‘Planning Your Grazing for the Growing Season’ webinar.\nWatch it here:\n\nEVENT LOGISTICS\nWhen? Thursday May 4th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\nA PDF of the presentation\nCost? This is a free event\n\nThis webinar is delivered in partnership with the Lower South West Growers Group and is supported though funding from the Augusta Margaret River Shire Environmental Management Fund, and Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program\n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/planning-your-grazing-for-the-growing-season/
CATEGORIES:Events,Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230906T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230909T000000
DTSTAMP:20230418T115005Z
CREATED:20230418
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418
PRIORITY:5
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Agriculture Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:\nABOUT THE CONFERENCE\n\n\nA down to earth conference engaging in the most promising agricultural solutions to regenerate soils, draw down carbon, rehydrate landscapes, and restore on-farm biodiversity, helping build farm and community resilience.\n\n\nAcross the two days highly regarded national and international speakers will be exploring:\n\nThe win-win of regenerative agriculture.\nThe nexus of soil health, plant nutrition & human health.\nThe economics of regeneration: opportunity & challenge.\nReal life case studies from across the world.\n\n\n\n*Tickets to the day 3 field trips will go on sale at a later date, with registered conference attendees getting first priority.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nregister your interest\n\n\nYou’ll be notified once tickets open up to make sure you don’t miss out.\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/regenerative-agriculture-conference-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230420T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230420T173000
DTSTAMP:20230329T144254Z
CREATED:20230329
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420
PRIORITY:5
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SUMMARY:Establishing Multispecies & Perennial Pastures
DESCRIPTION:The use of plant diversity in the form of cover crops and multi-species plantings is receiving wide spread attention internationally as a tool for improving soil health whilst at the same time reducing reliance on synthetic fertilisers.\nIn a cropping systems, practices being implemented include the sowing of annual cover crops in between regular crop rotations, interplanting beneficial companion species amongst commercial crops and intentionally planting mixtures of compatible annual crops that are sorted and separated at harvest. Livestock producers are also realising and taking advantage of  the benefits that multi-species pasture can bring to grazing operations.\nMulti-species cover crops have been shown to have a number of benefits, including:\n\nImprovements in soil structure & function\nIncreases in humus levels & soil carbon\nImproved soil water holding capacity\nIncreases soil nutrient availability for plants\nReduction in undesirable plant species\nIncreases in plant diversity on the farm, which in turn increases food & habitat sources for beneficial insects.\nProviding a food source for a broader range of soil biology.\nImprovement in nutrition for livestock\n\nIn our Mediterranean context we look to build not only more diversity in our grazing systems, but also to include cool & warm season perennials. Once established, those perennials will ensure there are living roots in the ground over the summer to feed soil biology, and they will play a key role in helping to build soil water holding capacity over that period.\nThat all sounds great in theory but how do we do it? Presented by multispecies seeding specialist agronomist Jade Killoran from Healthy Farm Systems, this Talkin’ After Hours webinar will explore the steps & secrets to establishing a multispecies and perennial pasture in our challenging environment.\nEVENT LOGISTICS\nWhen? Thursday April 20th, 4.00pm to 5.30pm\nWhere? You can participate in this webinar from the comfort of your own home!\nHow? Once you register you’ll receive a confirmation with a link to the  webinar. As this is a LIVE, ONLINE webinar you’ll be able to ask questions during and after the presentation.\nAfter the webinar we’ll send you:\n\nAccess to the recording of the webinar\nA PDF of the presentation\nCost? This is a free event\n\n\nOr contact Kate Tarrant, Communications Officer, E. kate.tarrant@lowerblackwood.com.au ( mailto:kate.tarrant@lowerblackwood.com.au ) | M. 0409203056\nThis webinar is delivered in partnership with the Lower South West Growers Group and is supported though funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund, the Augusta Margaret River Shire Environmental Management Fund, and Soil Wise. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants – an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA – a State Government program.\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/establishing-multispecies-perennial-pastures/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Online
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UID:MEC-319a67432f51ed53938542b809320dd2@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230420T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230420T130000
DTSTAMP:20230330T144259Z
CREATED:20230330
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SUMMARY:Steps to Successfully Revegetate Your Creekline
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\nReplanting the banks of a creekline has many advantages for the health of the stream and the river or estuary it runs into. With proper planning, revegetation can not only protect water quality, but can reduce erosion, improve biodiversity & habitat for native flora & fauna, and provide shade and shelter for stock.\nWant to access some or all of those benefits for your property? If your answer is yes then make some time to come to our next Talkin’ After Hours event – Steps to Successfully Revegetate Your Creekline. Presented by Revegetation Practitioner Jarrad Sherborne from Tranen Revegetation Systems, this workshop aims to provide landholders with tips and tricks on how to successfully revegetate their farm waterways. By the end of this workshop participants will understand:\n\nwhat the key steps are for a successful revegetation program\nwhat factors to take into account when selecting a site(s)\nhow to make the right species selection for their chosen site(s)\nhow to prepare a site for planting success\nthe best method for planting their selected species\nwhat is required to maintain the health of plants while they establish & beyond.\n\nAt the end of the presentation we will take a trip out to a local Karridale property revegetation site to see the theory in practice.\nEVENT LOGISTICS\nWhen? Thursday April 20th, 8.45am to 1.00pm\nWhere? Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup 6288\nHow? Register on this page\nCost? This is a FREE event\nWhat else? Morning tea is provided but please bring along a refillable water bottle for taking with you to the site visit, wear suitable footwear and dress for the weather. We have organised a bus to take us to the site and back. Places are limited by the bus size so don’t wait to book your place!\n\nThis event forms part of the LCDC’s Scott River Action Plan Implementation Strategy Project. This project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/steps-to-successfully-revegetate-your-creekline/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230331T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230331T180000
DTSTAMP:20230324T173259Z
CREATED:20230324
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324
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SUMMARY:RAPP Peer Group Session #5: Soil Priming & Seed Preparation for Multispecies Seeding
DESCRIPTION:Dressing seeds is a very cost-effective way to directly apply materials that stimulate germination and/or support the healthy establishment of plants.\nThis hands on peer group session is presented by Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology and is designed to give you the know how to make up a biological seed coating and to coat your seed in preparation for seeding.\nMark will also cover some basics on priming the soil you are planting into to give your seeds a boost once germinated.\nEVENT LOGISTICS:\nWhen? Friday, March 31st.\nWorkshop: 2:00pm – 5:00pm | Networking and nibbles: 5:00 – 6:00pm\nAt the end of the workshop we’ll relax with a drink, throw some snaggers on the BBQ,  &  keep talking!\nWhere? Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup\nCost? This is a free event\nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC project is delivered in partnership with the Lower South West Growers Group and is supported through the Augusta Margaret River Shire Environmental Management Fund\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-peer-group-session-5-soil-priming-seed-preparation-for-multispecies-seeding/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood Talkin' After Hours:MAILTO:community@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230413T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230413T140000
DTSTAMP:20230324T175015Z
CREATED:20230324
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411
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SUMMARY:Connecting to Culture – A Presentation & Walk On Country with the Undalup Association
DESCRIPTION:Aboriginal heritage is a central element in Aboriginal spirituality and customary lore and is inseparable from the natural environment which is associated with dreaming stories and cultural learning that links Aboriginal people with who they are and where they belong. Its conservation ensures continued respect for the ancestors and ancestral beings who shaped the land.\nThe Wadandi People have a long association with the South West and its natural resources. Aboriginal lore (learning and knowledge of tradition) dictates how best to keep “Caring for Country”, and the Undalup Association have been sharing this learning & knowledge with the broader South West communities for number of years. \n“It is important for others to have an understanding of, and connection to our land, to respect and learn from the Wadandi land and sea management practices, so that together we can all explore ways to keep “Caring for Country”. The Undalup Association\nJoin us for a 1/2 day presentation and on country walk in the Scott River National Park with the Undalup Association and Rangers. This is a not to be missed opportunity to build your own knowledge & awareness of the history of the Wadandi people and their traditional knowledge and learning to care for country.\nEvent Logistics:\nWhen? Thursday April 13th, 8.30am to 2.00pm\nWhere? The Lower Blackwood LCDC Office, 403 Kudardup Road, Kudardup WA 6288\nWhat else? Morning Tea & Lunch will be provided, BYO refillable water bottle, dress for weather and wear appropriate footwear for a walk through bush.\nHow? Register your details & special dietary requirements through this event page.\nFor any queries please contact Kate Tarrant on Mob: 0409 203 056 | Email: kate.tarrant@lowerblackwood.com.au\nThis event forms part of the LCDC’s Scott River Action plan Implementation Strategy project, and is supported through funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program.\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/connecting-to-culture-a-presentation-walk-on-country-with-the-undalup-association/
LOCATION:403 Kudardup Rd, Kudardup WA 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230313T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230313T160000
DTSTAMP:20230216T141614Z
CREATED:20230216
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:Regenerating Land Through Grazing Livestock
DESCRIPTION:Grazing livestock are the most powerful tool we have available to regenerate land. The way grazing animals are moved across the landscape influences soil health, pasture species diversity, plant growth and production. Different species graze differently and livestock have different nutritional requirements throughout the year. Planned grazing is an approach that allows you to build soil health optimise pasture health and production while accounting for these changing needs of livestock.\nPresenter and Holistic Grazing expert Dr Judi Earl will describe the range of approaches to grazing management and the impact of the different strategies on pasture dynamics, growth and production.\nTopics covered include:\n\nThe range of grazing management strategies explained\nManaging animals in tune with seasonal growth cycles\nThe effect of the number of paddocks on rest and recovery of plants\nMatching stocking rate to carrying capacity – feed budgeting\nMethods to measure available feed and pasture growth\nThe importance of residual herbage mass and pasture utilisation\n\nThe Paddock Walk component of the day will be a practical session on measuring herbage mass, and the day will wind up with a question and answer session.\nWILL THIS WORKSHOP BENEFIT ME?\nThe workshop is for anyone looking to understand how to use livestock to improve the health and resilience of their farm soils. This workshop is suitable for both experienced and new farmers.\nDON’T MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN ABOUT REGENERATIVE GRAZING FOR YOUR PROPERTY!\nEVENT LOGISTICS: \nWhere? Glenarty Road, 70 Glenarty Rd, Karridale, Western Australia 6288\nWhen? Monday March 13th, 9.00am to 4.00pm\nCost? $100 + GST / participant\nCatering? Morning tea & lunch will be provided.\nWhat to bring? Your own refillable water bottle, suitable farm footwear, & a notebook & pen.\nHow? Places are limited so don’t wait!\n Book Your Ticket Here ( https://www.trybooking.com/CGCQM )\nFor any queries please contact Dean Campbell on Mob: 0499 072 348 | Email: dean.campbell@lowerblackwood.com.au\nThis event has received funding through the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s Environmental Management Fund\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/regenerating-land-through-grazing-livestock/
LOCATION: Glenarty Road, 70 Glenarty Rd, Karridale, Western Australia 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230309T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230309T150000
DTSTAMP:20230216T124157Z
CREATED:20230216
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:Practical Steps to a Biodiverse Pasture
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\nPlants capture Co2 via photosynthesis and convert it into simple sugars that feed soil biology & build soil humus – it’s a process called the liquid carbon pathway. The formation of humus requires a vast array of soil microbes, including mycorrhizal fungi, nitrogen fixing bacteria and phosphorus solubilising bacteria, all of which obtain their energy via plant sugars (liquid carbon).\n  Turning air into soil through the Liquid Carbon Pathway\nJONES-LiquidCarbonPathway(July08) ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2023/02/JONES-LiquidCarbonPathwayJuly08.pdf )\nBy boosting your pastures with a wide range of plant families and species, and including perennials to ensure there are living roots in your system year round, you are creating the environment for this diverse array of soil microbes to do their thing well – with improvements to the overall health & resilience of your soil, pasture & livestock to follow.\nIt’s not all plain sailing though, there are challenges that come with moving away from a simplified annual rye & clover system. This workshop will explore the practical aspects of getting the diversity into your pastures, to germinate, survive & thrive, including the lessons we have learned through our own Pasture Biodiversity ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/projects/pasture-biodiversity-to-build-soil-health-resilience-in-the-lower-blackwood/ ) and Filling the Autumn Feed Gap ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/projects/lsw-grower-group-projects/ ) Projects.\nTopics covered will include:\n\nDesigning a seed mix that works for you\nAppropriate nutritional strategies\nPreparing and seeding the paddock\nAutumn feed gap results & reflections\nField walk on an autumn feed gap demo site\nA demonstration on how to take pasture cuts for yield and quality analysis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Logistics:\nWhen? Thursday March 9th 8.45am to 3.00pm\nWhere? Scott River Fire Shed, Corner of Mileyanup Coast Road & Governor Broome Road.\nCost? This is a free event\nWhat else? Morning Tea & Lunch will be provided. BYO refill water bottle, wear appropriate farm footwear and dress for the weather.\nHow? Register your details along with any special dietary needs via this event page.\nFor any queries please contact Dean Campbell on Mob: 0499 072 348 | Email: dean.campbell@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\nThis event is supported by:\n\n\nPlease note: Our event supporters accept no liability for any costs incurred by the participant due to a cancellation or postponement of the Event.\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/practical-steps-to-a-biodiverse-pasture/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:Corner of Mileyanup Coast Road & Governor Broome Road.
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230310T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230310T140000
DTSTAMP:20230215T142642Z
CREATED:20230215
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:8
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SUMMARY:Accu-Spread Demonstration Day
DESCRIPTION:Is your spreader wasting fertiliser?\nDid you know that the majority of fertiliser spreaders deliver highly variable spread patterns? This means some areas in the paddock receive too much fertiliser and others too little.\nJoin Australia’s leading Accu-Spread specialist Russell Nichol, who will demonstrate how to test and calibrate your own fertiliser spreading equipment to increase productivity and reduce nutrient loss to waterways.\nEvent Logistics:\nDate: Friday March 10th, 8am to 2pm\nLocation: 1670 Warner Glen Rd, Warner Glen, 6288\nWhat else? Lunch provided. Please register and provide dietary requirements and let us know if you’d like your spreader to be tested (limited numbers!)\nOR RSVP to dean.campbell@lowerblackwood.com.au by Monday March 6th.\n\nDownload the Flyer ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2023/02/230214_Accu-SpreadWorkshop_LBLCDC.pdf )\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, a State Government initiative to improve the health of our South West estuaries\n\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/accu-spread-demo-day/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:1670 Warner Glen Rd, Warner Glen, 6288
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230302T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230302T183000
DTSTAMP:20230127T103052Z
CREATED:20230127
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Soil Testing to Support Better Fertiliser Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Join local agronomists, fellow farmers and DPIRD officers for a workshop and sundowner to learn about nutrient management and making the most of your soil testing results.\nThe workshop is open to all farmers. Participants of Healthy Estuaries WA are required to attend to receive soil testing results and recommendations.\nThe workshop will cover:\n\nSoil test results (farm nutrient map)\nUnderstanding limits & constraints\nLime and fertiliser uptake\nProduction goals\nResults from pasture trials\nSoil testing\nAnalysing soil test results\nFertiliser strategies\nQuestion time with agronomists and DPIRD officers\n\nNote:\n\nAll Healthy Estuaries WA 2022/23 soil testing program participants – attendance is not optional, you MUST attend the workshop to get your results. The workshop is a mandatory part of the program.\nAll Healthy Estuaries WA 2021/22 participants – as you were unable to attend a face-to-face workshop last year due to the risk of Covid you are invited to attend this year’s workshop.\nAny other farmers from the catchment who are interested are encouraged to attend.\n\nEvent Logistics:\nDate: Thursday 2 March 2023\nTime: 12.30 Registrations, Workshop 1pm sharp to 5.30pm, sundowner from 5.30pm\nWhere: Karridale Cottages & Hop Farm, 300 Brockman Hwy, Karridale\nCost: Free. Afternoon tea & light supper provided. Please advise dietary requirements.\nHow: Register on this page or RSVP to dean.campbell@lowerblackwood.com.au by 23 February 2023\n\nDownload the Flyer ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2023/01/Flier-V2.pdf )\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/soil-testing-to-support-better-fertiliser-decisions/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:300 Brockman Hwy, Karridale
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230203T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230203T160000
DTSTAMP:20230118T111555Z
CREATED:20230118
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:RAPP Peer Group Session # 4: Soil Health & Biodiversity Masterclass.
DESCRIPTION:A closed group 1 day tour of the 3 LBLCDC Pasture Biodiversity Demonstration Sites. \nWe are delighted to have Dr Christine Jones accompanying us on the tour for a Q & A and a review of the impact on the soil of multispecies seeding on that has been undertaken on the sites. You’ll also hear the good, bad and the ugly – lessons learned over the 3 seeding seasons from the demo site farmers & project team.\nWhen:  Friday February 3rd  2023 9.00am to 4.00pm\nSchedule:\n8.15 am: Bus departs pick up location 1 – Witchcliffe Tennis Courts (behind the Fuel Station on Redgate Road)\n9.00am Bus departs the LCDC Office\n9.20am Arrive Demo Site 1 – Scott River for Master Class Activity\n10.30am Mobile Morning Tea\n10.50 am Depart Demo Site 1\n11.15am Arrive Demo Site 2 – Warner Glen for Master Class Activity\n12.30pm Lunch\n1.15 pm Depart Demo Site 2\n1.45pm Arrive Demo Site 3 – Rosa Glen for Master Class Activity\n3.00pm End of day social activity & thank you to Christine\n4.00pm Bus departs to drop of locations, Witchcliffe Tennis Courts & LCDC Office\nWhat else?  Morning tea,  lunch & end of event networking nibbles & drinks will be provided. Remember to dress for the weather, wear suitable FARM CLEAN footwear, & BYO refillable drink bottle.\nNo private travel – for reasons of farm biosecurity and event logistics it will be bus only travel to the demonstration sites.\nPlease RSVP yourself and your plus 1 by  Friday January 20th via the Registration Button.\nLook forward to seeing you there.\nThe LCDC Team.\nThis project received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.\n\n \n \nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC workshop is delivered in partnership with the Lower South West Growers Group and is supported through the Augusta Margaret River Shire Environmental Management Fund & the Agriculture Climate Resilience Fund.\nThis event is one of a series of events bringing Dr Christine Jones to Western Australia, & is a collaboration between DPIRD, Torbay Catchment Group, Perth NRM|RegenWA, Earthwhile Australia, Lower Blackwood LCDC, Wilson Inlet Catchment, The Serpentine Jarrahdale Food and Farm Alliance (SJFFA), Oyster Harbour Catchment Group Inc, South Coast NRM, Galloway Springs and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Perth Hills and Swan Valley Project.\nFind out more about the other events here ( https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/dr-christine-jones-regenerative-farming-systems-workshops )\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-peer-group-session-4-soil-health-biodiversity-masterclass-2/
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230119T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230119T180000
DTSTAMP:20230109T170750Z
CREATED:20230109
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:3
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SUMMARY:RAPP Peer Group Session #3 – Designing Your Mineral Amendment Plan
DESCRIPTION:This Peer Group Session is a 2 hour session facilitated by Anthony Quinlan from Soil Dynamics reviewing results from soil samples that you have taken from your demonstration site and you” get the opportunity to discuss possible amelioration requirements & actions.\nPlease RSVP by clicking on the Register button and also please register your plus 1 if you are bringing one. At the end of the session we’ll have a little networking session over a drink and a small bite to eat.\nLook forward to seeing you there!\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/peer-group-session-3-designing-your-mineral-amendment-plan/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:29 Osmington Rd, Bramley WA 6285
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UID:MEC-a894b83c9b7a00dba6c52cecf7a31fbb@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230202T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230203T000000
DTSTAMP:20221221T152130Z
CREATED:20221221
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:2
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SUMMARY:Soil Secrets: The Fundamentals for Building Profit, Productivity & Natural Capital
DESCRIPTION:A 1 day Workshop & Field Walk with Dr Christine Jones\nResearch & farming case studies have demonstrated that flourishing communities of beneficial soil microbes are ‘key’ to soil health & plant production. Also revealed is that having the right microbes present in the soil & in the right amounts, is dependent on having a diversity of green plants growing in the soil all year round.\nHow can it be done? How can we i) increase the water holding capacity of our soils ii) achieve flourishing communities of beneficial soil microbes iii) maintain year round species rich pastures, & iv) transition from a solely winter/spring annual pasture system to a more perennial system?\nFind answers to these questions and more at our 1 day workshop & field walk  ‘Soil Secrets – The Fundamentals  for Building Profit, Productivity & Natural Capital’ with Australian soil ecologist Dr Christine Jones. Dr Jones will explain the truly amazing connections between plants, microbes & the soil, & how a positive feedback loop between them all can work to restore our farmland soils along with farm profits & productivity.\nEvent Logistics:\nWhen? Thursday, February 2nd, 9.00am to 4.00pm\nWhere? Colonial Brewery, 29 Osmington Rd, Bramley WA 6285\nCost? $60.00 + GST. Morning Tea & Lunch are included.\nHow? Places are limited so don’t wait!\n Book Your Ticket Here ( https://www.trybooking.com/CFGSK )\nWhat else? BYO refillable water bottle and don’t forget to dress for the weather plus wear suitable footwear for the paddock walk.\nMORE ABOUT OUR PRESENTER\nDR CHRISTINE JONES, AMAZING CARBON\nWe are delighted to bring to you internationally renowned & highly respected ground cover & soils specialist, Dr. Christine Jones. Armed with a PhD (Soil Biochemistry) Christine also has a wealth of experience working with innovative landholders to implement regenerative land management practices that enhance biodiversity, increase biological activity, sequester carbon, activate soil nutrient cycles, restore water balance, improve productivity and create new topsoil.\nIn 2001 Christine received a Community Fellowship Award from Land and Water Australia for “mobilising the community to better manage their land, water, and vegetation.” Three years later she launched Amazing Carbon ( https://www.amazingcarbon.com/ ) as a means to widely share her vision and inspire change.\nIn her long career Christine has published more than 50 scientific papers on soil science, and has organised and participated in workshops, field days, seminars and conferences throughout Australia, and around world.\nHere’s a little taste of what’s to come – if you haven’t seen or heard them before check out our previous webinars & podcasts with Christine & get ready to be blown away by her immense knowledge!\n \n\n\nThis Lower Blackwood LCDC workshop is delivered in partnership with the Lower South West Growers Group and is supported through the Augusta Margaret River Shire Environmental Management Fund & the Agriculture Climate Resilience Fund. \nThis event is one of a series of events bringing Dr Christine Jones to Western Australia, & is a collaboration between DPIRD, Torbay Catchment Group, Perth NRM|RegenWA, Earthwhile Australia, Lower Blackwood LCDC, Wilson Inlet Catchment, The Serpentine Jarrahdale Food and Farm Alliance (SJFFA), Oyster Harbour Catchment Group Inc, South Coast NRM, Galloway Springs and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Perth Hills and Swan Valley Project.\nFind out more about the other events here ( https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/dr-christine-jones-regenerative-farming-systems-workshops )\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/soil-secrets-the-fundamentals-for-building-profit-productivity-natural-capital/
LOCATION:29 Osmington Rd, Bramley WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221205T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221205T180000
DTSTAMP:20221201T131856Z
CREATED:20221201
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:RAPP Peer Group Session #2 – DIY Soil Assessment: Goals | Tools | Techniques
DESCRIPTION:This 2 hour practical session facilitated by Anthony Quinlan from Soil Dynamics, will give you the basics of how to take paddock soil samples for soil mineral testing and other DIY soil assessments to determine that state of soil.\nFollowing the session you will be expected to undertake soil sampling from your selected demonstration/trial site and return the bagged samples to the LCDC by Monday December 12th for sending to the lab for analysis. A separate communication regarding drop off locations and labelling will be given to you at the event. (Alumni please note that we only have funding to pay for the soil sample analysis for full participants, however we will be happy to send your sample off with theirs and bill you for it later if you would like).\nPlease RSVP by reply email with your attendance and if you are bringing a plus 1. Please also remember to dress for the weather, wear appropriate CLEAN footwear, and as we will not be catering this event please BYO water.\nDirections to the location are as follows: 5093 Caves Rd, Cowaramup. Access the property via the gate immediately to the north of The Venison Farm. Gate will be left open. Head left at the first fork and follow the road all the way up and past the trees on top of the hill. We’ll be set up in the furthest back paddock of the property.\nLook forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions please give me a call on 0409203056.\nWarm regards\nKate\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-peer-group-session-2-diy-soil-assessment-goals-tools-techniques/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events,Peer Group Coaching Session
LOCATION:5093 Caves Rd, Cowaramup, 6284
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221128T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221128T180000
DTSTAMP:20221121T145329Z
CREATED:20221121
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:2
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SUMMARY:RAPP 2023 Welcome & Introductory Peer Group Session
DESCRIPTION:Our very first peer group session will be a great opportunity for you to meet us and each other and a good time to get any questions you have about any of the project activities answered.\nAs part of this welcome session we have invited Warren Pensini from Blackwood Valley Beef to talk us on the subject of Regenerative Agriculture – Opportunities and Challenges.\nWarren is based in Boyup Brook and together with his wife Lori has been farming regeneratively since the early 2000’s.  Originally an organic beef farm, Warren and Lori noticed that although organic farming had positive impacts on their landscape they had begun to see productivity losses due to the constraint and expenses of running an organic system. Instead, they turned their focus to nurturing the soil and focused on biological products and groundcover as they began their regenerative journey. This led them to working with Wide Open Agriculture and its food brand Dirty Clean Food. In addition to farming Warren is now the Livestock Operations Manager and Logistics and Supply Chain Manager for Dirty Clean Food.\nWe will finish up the afternoon with a paddock walk to take a look at a spring seeded multispecies pasture on our hosts property and a networking BBQ.\nWe really look forward to meeting on the 28th, if you could register your attendance along with your #2 enterprise partner’s name (if you are bringing a #2) so we know for catering.\n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/rapp-2023-welcome-introductory-peer-group-session/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
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UID:MEC-32bbf7b2bc4ed14eb1e9c2580056a989@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221213T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221213T190000
DTSTAMP:20221115T143636Z
CREATED:20221115
LAST-MODIFIED:20221209
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:4
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SUMMARY:Lower Blackwood LCDC Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Yes it’s that time of year again so please come along to hear all about what we have been up to for the last year.\nWhen? Tuesday, December 13th, 5.00pm to 7.00pm\nWhere? The Berry Farm, 43 Bessell Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285\nWho? All are welcome including new members, light refreshments will be provided.\nInterested in getting involved in the LCDC? We are committed to truly representing the incredible diversity that makes up our catchment, as such we are looking for motivated and enthusiastic landholder members across a range of enterprises, size and sectors, commercial, and non commercial to join our volunteer committee.\nIf you or someone you know is interested in nominating then please go ahead and nominate!\nComplete Your Nomination Here\nAlternatively please contact:\nWayne Prangnell, Executive Officer.\nE: wayne.prangnell@lowerblackwood.com.au ( mailto:wayne.prangnell@lowerblackwood.com.au ),\nT: 9758 4021\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/lower-blackwood-lcdc-annual-general-meeting/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
LOCATION:43 Bessell Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221202T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221202T150000
DTSTAMP:20221103T165831Z
CREATED:20221103
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:1
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SUMMARY:Exploring Soil Health with David Hardwick
DESCRIPTION:\nBack by popular demand, David Hardwick from Soil Land Food is returning to the Lower Blackwood to dig deep into soil – this  free 1 day interactive workshop is designed for any land manager interested in unlocking the secrets to soil health for boosting their farm productivity.\nThis will be no ‘death by power point’ talk fest, David will get you up & out of your seats to explore:\n\nWhat soil health is\nHow your soil works\nHow soil health benefits your business\nHow to measure soil health\nCorrecting soil constraints to optimise productivity\n\n\nPLUS\nMake sure you bring along a 20cm x 20cm cube of intact topsoil to be part of the\n‘BEST SOIL IN SHOW ‘\n– there will be prizes!\n\n\n \n \nRSVP by 30/10/22, Lunch provided, please include dietary requirements on registration.\nOr contact Kate Tarrant, LBLCDC Communications Officer kate.tarrant@lowerblackwood.com.au\n\nDownload the flyer: 2022 Soil Wise exploring soil health events flyer LBLCDC ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/142/2022/11/2022-Soil-Wise-exploring-soil-health-events-flyer-LBLCDC.pdf )\n \nThis project is funded by the National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants an Australian Government initiative. It is supported by Healthy Estuaries WA a State Government program.\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/exploring-soil-health-with-david-hardwick/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:43 Bessell Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221129T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221129T153000
DTSTAMP:20221026T165303Z
CREATED:20221026
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:1
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SUMMARY:National EcoVineyards Program Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join agroecologist Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd your host for the National EcoVineyards Program information session.\nMeet your local Regional On-ground Coordinator and attend the soil health seminar with special guest presenter Dr Mary Cole, Agpath Pty Ltd who has been working with farm managers (large and small) to improve soil health for over 40 years with scientifically proven results.\nWe will also be establishing up to four demonstration sites in each participating wine region with support from the ROCs. Come along to find out more and how you can get involved. Wine growers from outside the region are welcome via Eventbrite registration\nDate and time: Tues 29th Nov, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm\nLocation: @ Margarets In Town Apartments\nRegister Here ( https://MargaretRiverNationalEcoVineyardsProgramLaunch.eventbrite.com.au )\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/national-ecovineyards-program-launch/
ORGANIZER;CN=EcoVineyards:MAILTO:admin@ecovineyards.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:6 Tunbridge St, Margaret River WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221109T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221109T110000
DTSTAMP:20221026T160124Z
CREATED:20221026
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:7
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SUMMARY:DIY Soil Sampling Training Day
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow farmers to learn how to collect accurate soil samples on your farm. The day will include hands on training and a yummy morning tea!\n \nTraining will be provided by DPIRD officers.\nYou will learn how to:\n\nTake accurate soil samples that represent your farm.\nSet-up the sampling drill and auger.\nGPS your sample locations.\nUse sample bags correctly.\n\nPreparing for the training:\n\nWatch the short training videos sent by DPIRD before attending the field day.\nRespect biosecurity on our host’s property.\nDress appropriately (hat, boots, fly net etc.).\nBring a water bottle and sunscreen.\nIf possible, bring a charged iPhone or iPad with a SIM card slot (can be empty) and FileMaker Go installed.\nIf possible, bring a charged battery drill.\n\nPlease Note: This training is mandatory for all participants of the DIY soil sampling program, but everyone is welcome.\n\nThis project is part of Healthy Estuaries WA, State Government initiatives to improve the water quality of the estuary. Soil Wise is funded by the National Landcare Program – an Australian Government initiative. \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/diy-soil-sampling-training-day/
ORGANIZER;CN=Lower Blackwood LCDC:MAILTO:karen.tearney@lowerblackwood.com.au
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:43 Bessell Road, Rosa Glen WA 6285
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221108T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221108T183000
DTSTAMP:20221017T112924Z
CREATED:20221017
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:12
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SUMMARY:Hardy Inlet Estuary Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) and Lower Blackwood Landcare are providing an update on Hardy Inlet and Lower Blackwood River.\nCome along to hear from DWER and Lower Blackwood Landcare. Presentations will cover the latest science on the health of our waterways and the on-ground actions happening to protect them, including soil amendments and dairy effluent management.\nEvent Logistcs:\nDate?              Tuesday 8 November 2022\nTime?              4:30pm – 6:30pm, presentations start at 4:45pm\nLocation?        The Colourpatch Café, 98 Albany Tce, Augusta\nHow?             Register by Friday 4 November\n \nFor more information please email Kate.Tarrant@lowerblackwood.com.au ( mailto:Kate.Tarrant@lowerblackwood.com.au )  or phone 0409 203056\n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/hardy-inlet-estuary-forum/
CATEGORIES:Events
LOCATION:98 Albany Tce, Augusta, WA 6290
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UID:MEC-373e4c5d8edfa8b74fd4b6791d0cf6dc@lowerblackwood.com.au
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221020T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221020T180000
DTSTAMP:20221010T160922Z
CREATED:20221010
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:5
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Project 2023 –  Information Session, Farm Tour & Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning about principles and practices that lead to healthy, resilient soils and farms?\n Like learning through doing? \nLike the idea of being supported through your learning via a peer group to share ideas, knowledge & experiences? \n \nOur Regenerative Agriculture in Practice Project (RAPP) 2023 offers you this and much more!\nThe theme for RAPP 2023 is ‘Farm Ecosystems for a Sustainable Future’ and will include, in addition to our fabulous local project consultants and trainers, three incredible fonts of knowledge in the soil health space, delivering in person,  internationally reknowned soil & ground cover Dr Christine Jones , agroecologist David Hardwick from Soil Land Food and regenerative grazing expert Dr Judi Earl.\nTo achieve our goal of facilitating effective & long lasting practice change, we understand the importance of providing continuity. With this in mind RAPP 2023 has been designed to build on learnings from our current & previous projects, providing returning participants & alumni the opportunity to continue to grow and develop their skills further, whilst also providing opportunity for new landholders interested in learning and adopting regenerative farming techniques.\nAnother key difference with RAPP 2023 is that we will be opening the project up to the wider Augusta Margaret River Community – through our partnership with the Lower South West Growers Group ,we will be offering 50% of the project places to LSWGG members who live within the Augusta Margaret River Shire but reside outside of the Lower Blackwood catchment – so if you are not a member if this group yet then it’s a really good time to think about joining and take advantage of this great project opportunity!\nWAIT.. THERE’S MORE..  our venue hosts have kindly agreed to take us on a show and tell tour of their newly certified organic vineyard, and talk to us about the regenerative agriculture practices they are implementing into their daily operations.\nSo come join us on October 20th to get all the details and find out how you can be part for this exciting program.\nEVENT LOGISTICS:\n\n\n\nAt the end of the session and farm tour we’ll relax & enjoy a drink with some local snaggers on the BBQ. It will be a great chance to keep talking, network with our presenters, previous project participants, & local landholders who have experiences to share.\nWhere? Cowaramup (address information will be provided prior to the event to registrants).\n\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday October 20th, 4.00pm to 6.00pm\nCost? This is a FREE event\n\nRegister for the Event ( https://lowerblackwood.com.au/?ff_landing=6 )\nOr Contact: Kate Tarrant, Communications Officer, E. kate.tarrant@lowerblackwood.com.au | M. 0409203056\nCOVID-19 Advice: If you are feeling unwell on the day of the event please do not attend.\n\n\n \nThis project is supported through the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s Environmental Management Fund\n\n \n \n \n
URL:https://lowerblackwood.com.au/events/regenerative-agriculture-in-practice-project-2023-information-session/
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