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Young Dairy Network Australia

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 428 086 769

Address: Level 3, 40 City Road, Southbank 3006 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Check out this awesome article about one of our star Young Dairy Network members Tom Kent Tom speaks about the importance of herd recording & how the data informs his decision making across multiple facets of the farm business.

25.01.2022 ADC TO ROLL OVER TO FEBRUARY 2022 - HOBART, TASMANIA Australia’s premier dairy forum the Australian Dairy Conference (ADC) has confirmed the next planned conference for dairy farmers will be rescheduled to February 2022 in Hobart, Tasmania. We'll look forward to that time as ADC is a key event that our YDN members look forward to attending!

24.01.2022 This year, to celebrate #WorldMilkDay on 1 June, Dairy Australia is asking you to show your support for Australian dairy by taking part in the #MilkBottleChallenge. Check out this awesome video from Bannister Downs Dairy Farm showing everybody how it’s done. Join in by simply posting your own milk bottle trick shot video and tagging #MilkBottleChallenge and #WorldMilkDay

23.01.2022 There was a huge cohort of Young Dairy Network members at the Australian Dairy Conference in Melbourne last week. They walk away from the conference excited, inspired and with a whole new range of contacts and friends in the industry Check out these snaps to see if you know someone that attended

23.01.2022 We love hearing from our members about why the Young Dairy Network is important to them! Check out Will Ryan's thoughts below from YDN Gippsland on what he finds valuable about being involved in the YDN

21.01.2022 Another one of our gun Young Dairy Network members is featured below! Simon talks about his focus on improving fertility within his herd and the value he got from the Dairy Australia InCharge Fertility program. Some of his key takeouts were to make sure you have a plan and benchmark your progress to track results

21.01.2022 APPLY NOW - CLOSES FRIDAY 7 AUGUST It's the last days to apply for a $50,000 scholarship to undertake the Dairy Farm Managers program through Marcus Oldham College, in partnership with Dairy Australia. The program is integrated into a Bachelor of Agribusiness degree and includes industry placements, networking opportunities and participation in extension and training programs. ... To find out more, head to https://marcusoldham.vic.edu.au//dairy-australia-farm-mana or call (03) 5247 2927.

20.01.2022 Are you a keen podcast listener? Have you subscribed to the DairyPod? In the latest DairyPod episode, Dairy Australia’s Industry Insights and Analysis Manager, John Droppert, will shed some light on the factors that have driven a significant recovery in national milk production and boosted dairy farmer confidence in many regions. John will guide us through the highlights of the June 2020 Situation and Outlook Report and also take a look at some of the market forces from aroun...d the globe that influence farm gate milk price. https://soundcloud.com//podcast-25-situation-and-outlook-r

19.01.2022 Would you like to hear from farmers about ways of combining agriculture and energy production?! On Wednesday 9 December from 9am - 10.45am EST, the Renewing the regions - Agriculture and the energy transition webinar will take place. Join this free webinar to learn how bioenergy is benefiting Meredith Dairy in Victoria and how one South Australian farmer is using solar irrigation to cut costs. ... Speakers include: Chad Higgins, Associate Professor from Oregon State University talking about the benefits of agrivoltaics. Paul Squires, farmer and wine maker talking about his solar array and plans to grow potatoes under the panels. Dominic Murphy, talking about how bioenergy have cut costs at Meredith Dairy in Victoria. James Stacey, an irrigator in South Australia growing hay and grain with solar power. Click here to register and for more details: https://farmersforclimateaction.org.au//renewing-the-regi/

16.01.2022 Have you registered for the GippsDairy webinar: Reducing the impacts of lameness in wet weather? Join YDN member Will Ryan and Mark Humphris for a webinar about reducing the impact of lameness in wet conditions. When: Wednesday 26 August 2020, 12.30pm - 1.15pm AEST... For more information and registration visit: https://bit.ly/2Y96t0r

15.01.2022 Future Farmers Network & Charles Sturt University are hosting a webinar on the hows and whys of biosecurity on Thursday 6 August at 6pm AEST. This session will be a whirl wind tour of: - what the laws about biosecurity actually say - what biosecurity recommendations and templates actually mean - the implications of the recent changes around on-farm trespasses - what biosecurity might look like on farm.... Register here: https://bit.ly/2Xf5Rpw

14.01.2022 Murray Dairy - Young Dairy Network are hosting a webinar tonight for young farmers and service providers with Nutritionist Ian Sawyer from Feedworks. This session will delve into interpreting your feed test report - the terminology, the numbers and using that information to construct a cost-effective & balanced diet for your cows See event details below or contact Ross Read on 0438 906 613

13.01.2022 The Online Agricultural Careers Expo has been designed for agriculture teachers, primary industries teachers, careers advisors and others who assist young people entering the workforce. Year 10, 11 & 12 Students are also welcome to attend! This is a great opportunity to get an insight into what a career in Agriculture has to offer from the comfort of your own home!

12.01.2022 A key priority for Dairy Australia is to ensure farmers, their families, staff and communities are safe and well as the situation around coronavirus (Covid-19) evolves. We have a dedicated group which is actively monitoring the situation and meeting regularly to manage the impact for dairy farmers and the wider industry. Please see the link below for more information on how to manage the impact on your farm business and how to stay updated: https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au//coronavirus-covid19-far

10.01.2022 YDNA would like to congratulate the WestVic Dairy Young Dairy Leader Award winner - Matt Grant! Matt is an absolute gun and has achieved a lot very early in his career. He demonstrates great leadership both on-farm and in the local industry. Check out the video below to get a snapshot into Matt Grant. We'd also like to congratulate Lucy Powell (runner-up) and Jason Smith (finalist) on their efforts. They are both awesome young leaders and look forward to seeing their progression in the industry!

08.01.2022 This is an event that we would usually support many of our YDN members to attend. This year, it'll be happening in a different way. The Dairy Research Foundation's 2020 Symposium will be LIVE ONLINE on the mornings of 21 & 22 July. This year's theme is Dairy BUS.IN.ES.S: business, innovation, emerging science & society. There will be several interactive panel discussions and a fantastic range of national and international speakers. Stay tuned!

08.01.2022 We love seeing articles like this featuring our awesome Young Dairy Network members! Have a read below about Jess's journey into the dairy industry and her ongoing passion for cows and reproduction

06.01.2022 Congratulations to YDN member Dustin Kemp from Lockington, northern Victoria on his appointment to the Murray Dairy Board! It's fantastic to see young farmers stepping into leadership roles and representing the needs of the younger generation in dairy. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/2DcUQOS

06.01.2022 Applications are now open for a 2020 Nuffield Farming Scholarship! The scholarship, sponsored by the Gardiner Dairy Foundation and Nuffield Australia provides the successful applicant with the opportunity to travel and investigate their field of interest. It is open to Victorian dairy farmers between the age of 2845 years. Applications close on 11th September! Further details available here: https://www.gardinerfoundation.com.au/nuffield/.

05.01.2022 Learn how three farmers are bridging the rural-urban divide and building community on social media with WestVic Dairy - Young Dairy Network's webinar series. You'll hear from three farmers about their experiences plus practical tips and advice for getting the most out of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok. Online session will feature:... Adam Jenkins, farmer and rural advocate Dianne Bowles, dairy farmer and co-founder of ‘Show Some #dairylove’ Facebook group Peter Vallance, Mallee cattle and cropping farmer with an international following on TikTok Registrations are essential! RSVP here: https://bit.ly/socialmedia4farmers This webinar is generously supported by the Gardiner Dairy Foundation. Young Dairy Network SA Young Dairy Network - Tasmania YDN Gippsland Murray Dairy - Young Dairy Network Subtropical Dairy - Sunshine Coast YDN

03.01.2022 If you are looking for a one-stop shop for agriculturally relevant information on the current COVID19 situation and support, check out the Farm Hub Assistance and Support page. https://farmhub.org.au/covid-19-assistance-and-support/

03.01.2022 The road to success in agriculture requires a plan and these 5 steps can help get you started! RCS - Resource Consulting Services outlines the key tips and strategies for anyone wanting to get into farming. Thanks for sharing Young Farmer Business Program https://www.rcsaustralia.com.au/5-steps-get-started-agric/

01.01.2022 With the fire threat eased in the Upper Murray of Victoria, fire-affected dairy farmers are turning their attention to the dual tasks of repairing the damage and keeping the business running. When asked what would really make a difference in the recovery, we keep hearing that just having somebody with experience to sit on a tractor would be really useful. If you, or somebody you know would have the time and inclination, we can put you in touch directly with affected farmers t...o assist. Please contact Lachy at Murray Dairy: 0438 092 352