Farmers and industry representatives are invited to the Hamilton SmartFarm on Thursday 3 December for a practical field day showcasing 4 pasture research projects.
Agriculture Victoria Research Director, Professor Joe Jacobs, said the team was looking forward to sharing their latest research with farmers.
‘This field day is about highlighting our findings with attendees and sharing practical applications for on farm use.’
Professor Jacobs said people attending the field day will hear about 4 current projects MultiMix, Sustainable Ryegrass +1, Pasture 365 and Resilient Forages.
Professor Jacobs said all 4 projects work to identify productive, nutritious, and persistent pastures suited to increasingly variable climatic conditions.
‘This research examines trade-offs between forage production, seasonal feed availability, pasture persistence, fertiliser use, animal performance and environmental outcomes,’ he said.
‘Research conducted at the Hamilton SmartFarm is generating information on pasture performance and forage systems relevant to farming enterprises in south-west Victoria,’ he said.
When: Thursday 3 December
Time: 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Where: Hamilton SmartFarm, Laidlaws Road, Buckley Swamp.
