Why bother about biodiversity on farms?
Explore the benefits of biodiversity on private property in a farming landscape at this community seminar.
Featuring ecologist David Baker-Gabb discussing ways in which biodiversity makes a contribution to sustainable farm productivity. He will use specific examples including the presence of native trees and pollination by bees and birds.
Local Landcare guru Bill Twigg (Regional DEPI Sustainable Farm Practices Award recipient) will recount the first hand benefits he has enjoyed following his efforts to revegetate areas of his properties at Serpentine and Bears Lagoon.
Local presenters from the Loddon Plains Landcare Network, the Wedderburn Conservation Management Network and the North Central CMA will outline their efforts to improve on-farm biodiversity in the area, including the Kooyoora Connections Project.
Free event. Afternoon tea provided.
Sunday 8th June
1.30-4.30pm
Wedderburn Motel,
43-49 High St, Wedderburn
RSVP by Wednesday 4th June with any dietary requirements to
LPLN Facilitator, Anthony Gallacher on 03 5446 9249 or by email facilitator@lpln.org
This project is supported by the Loddon Plains Landcare Network, through funding from the Australian Government with support from the North Central Catchment Management Authority and the Wedderburn Conservation Management Network.