The Grassland Society of Southern Australia is aiming to reactivate its Western District branch in Victoria.
The society is hosting a dinner in Hamilton on Wednesday, November 13 to spark fresh interest from existing and potential members.
Society vice president James Whale, Warrnambool, said the society was unique because it brought together researchers, producers and agronomists to share ideas and information.
“The society offers a great opportunity to interact with leading experts, fellow producers and consultants with similar interests,” he said.
“The society attracts people who are serious and passionate about their business - whether they are dairy, beef or sheep producers they all want to grow grass and get better at it.”
One of the society’s life members, Ararat district producer and consultant Charlie de Fegely, will be guest speaker at the dinner, to be held at Blue Malt in Gray Street, Hamilton, and will outline some of the benefits he has received from being involved for more than 20 years.
It is open to members and all interested people.
Mr Whale, a farm business and livestock production consultant with Mike Stephens and Associates, said the Western District branch had been inactive for more than two years.
“We have about 100 members in the branch but we need to reinvigorate it so members get full value," he said.
A lot of younger producers and consultants may not be aware of the benefits of being involved and we think it’s time to inject some new blood."
The GSSA is the peak farmer organisation dedicated to the transfer of information and technology related to temperate grasslands.
Mr Whale said becoming a member of the society was good value for anyone interested in grasslands farming.
Details: James Whale on 0428 374 046
