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Farmers
Inundation causes huge loss to farms
FARMERS across the region are looking to begin on the road to recovery following the floods earlier this month, with many still suffering from...
RSPCA launches short course for hobby farmers
RSPCA Victoria will launch its first course for hobby farmers this month.The We Bought a farmlet course is suited to people who own...
Kilmore records double average monthly rainfall, farmer says wettest ‘in 60 years’
By Colin MacGillivrayKILMORE East farmer Kevin Butler believes the region is in the midst of its wettest period ‘in 60 years’ after the Bureau...
Farmers’ markets green lit for lockdowns after months of battling last year
By Aleksandra BliszczykAfter fighting an uphill battle to keep farmers’ markets open during last year’s stage four lockdown, organisers across Victoria are rejoicing their...
Online platform supports farmers
Not-for-profit service Open Food Network has allowed farmers to continue to run their businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic despite the shut down of restaurants,...
Statewide awards for region’s producers
By Jackson RussellTwo of the region’s producers have been honoured in the 2020 delicious Produce Awards for their farm-to-table goods.Clonbinane’s Warialda Belted Galloways and...
Running bins for farmers
By Jackson RussellA young Hidden Valley resident has been doing his bit to help struggling farmers, raising nearly $1000 by running his neighbours’ bins.Twelve-year-old...
Giving festive cheer to farmers
SPREADING Christmas cheer for farmers in need has been a goal for the Pyalong Neighbourhood house in collaboration with Paradise Kids Children’s Centre and...
Peninsula groups help farmers
By Jackson RussellFour neighbourhood houses from the Mornington Peninsula have come together to help Pyalong Neighbourhood House donate food and clothing to struggling farmers...
Call for farmer rates reform
By Jackson RussellKilmore East farmer Kevin Butler is hoping Mitchell Shire farmers will rally for rates reform outside the council chambers.Mr Butler, who founded...
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