Have you ever wanted to improve your beef farming skills and knowledge?
A group of local farmers, known as Warragul BeefCheque Group (WBG), whose motto in part is "grow more pasture, produce more beef", might have all the answers you've been looking for to improve beef production.
These dedicated farmers, lead by group president Rob Jackson, hold about 10 meetings a year which is usually held on a member's farm.
Each meeting consists of a unique topic, such as weed management, use of fertilisers and growing better pastures, which is delivered by experts in the industry, including vets, agronomists and university lecturers to name a few.
There is a planned field trip and a mid-year dinner ending the year with a Christmas barbecue.
The group formed as a result of local farmers coming together after attending a pro-graze course conducted by Agriculture Victoria in 2004.
The WBG formed in that year and has been going strong ever since and celebrates 20 years of continuous operation this year.
Dianne Davey, the outgoing president of WBG of almost 10 years said "Warragul BeefCheque Group provides a fantastic, high end learning experience on all aspects of beef production in a social and community minded setting."
The WBG is suitable for all experience levels from those starting out in farming, needing guidance, to the very experienced farmers who are able to offer the group the benefit of their knowledge.
If you think you might benefit from being part of this very active and knowledgeable group, from animal husbandry to herbicides, this is the group for you.
For more information contact Rob Jackson on 0419 540910 or group treasurer Tony Wrobel on 0450 352200.