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Macleay Valley Food Bowl

Locality: West Kempsey

Phone: +61 2 6566 3113

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24.01.2022 Seaweed farming has blossomed into an $11 billion global industry with large-scale seaweed farms in South Korea, Indonesia and the Philippines. A handful of entrepreneurs in NSW are working to build an industry from the ground up. More details in the NSW Farmers Magazine.

23.01.2022 Have you registered for our Farm Resilience Program ? Now is the time !

22.01.2022 For up to date info on COVID-19 & Primary Industries, please check in with NSW DPI #covid19 #macleayvalleyfoodbowl

22.01.2022 Are you subscribed to our newsletter ? We are sending them out each week and they have have some great links and story. To join the mailing list - please email your details to [email protected]

22.01.2022 NSW Government funding for producers affected by fire.

22.01.2022 We are looking for producers within our network who can provide a consistent supply of product for restaurants and cafes. If you believe that you are able to do this, please email [email protected] with details of your product and availability.

21.01.2022 The Team at National Farmers Federation put together this great COVID-19 Workplace Guide for agricultural producers https://mk0farmhub4q9y701x84.kinstacdn.com//NFF_COVID-19_W

21.01.2022 The Federal Liberal and Nationals Government is making temporary changes to visa arrangements to help farmers access the workforce they need to secure Australias food and produce supply during COVID-19. The changes allow those within the Pacific Labour Scheme, Seasonal Worker Program and working holiday makers to continue to work in agriculture and food processing until the coronavirus crisis has passed. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Re...gional Development Michael McCormack said the Government was protecting the health of Australians by supporting businesses, providing job opportunities and securing our food supply. https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au//supporting-agricultur

21.01.2022 The Macleay Valley has always been an agricultural hub, a productive region that has diverse agricultural industries. Agriculture is a key pillar in Kempsey Shire Councils Economic Development Strategy. The Economic Development Team is creating a directory of agricultural producers in our region to help shape upcoming events, policies and ensuring that we promote the high level products produced. ... We are also often approached by suppliers, wholesalers and restauranteurs looking for new supply chains for their own businesses. This register will sit internally within council and will not be given to third parties without your prior consent. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx For more information , please contact Agricultural Project Officer - Ali Briggs on [email protected] or 02 6566 3000

19.01.2022 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST MACLEAY VALLEY FOOD BOWL PRODUCERS - Retail Opportunity Council has an exciting retail opportunity to showcase Macleay Valley produce and we are calling for Macleay Valley Food Bowl Producers to indicate their interest to supply goods for this opportunity.... This is a trial project starting in December 2020 and we are asking producers to provide long shelf life products for sale. Council will be looking to purchase these products at wholesale rates and in small quantities in the first instance. This opportunity will be a prestige outlet and we want to ensure all products comply with Food Authority regulations. Council is looking for preserved or bottled food products as well as handmade goods. Criteria for inclusion include 1) Represents a diverse cross section of locally produced product 2) Representation of a range of geographical locations within the Macleay Valley 3) Producer willing to cobrand with Macleay Valley Food Bowl logo on products (stickers can be provided). 4) Member of the Macleay Valley Food Bowl, or willing to join. If you are interested to sell your product to a local and visitor market, can you please complete the details found here https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx

17.01.2022 Farm, fish and forestry businesses will now be able to apply for up to $75,000 in grants to help pay for essentials like fodder and water or rebuilding fences and horticultural netting. #MacleayValleyFoodBowl

17.01.2022 Check out the local produce on show at the Kempsey Macleay RSL

17.01.2022 FARM RESILIENCE PROGRAM : MEET THE TRAINER It is not long until our Farm Resilience Program kicks off. The program is being delivered by Rebecca Fing of House Paddock Consulting. Rebecca has been helping farming businesses provide a safer more productive work environment for over 15 years. Based in Goondiwindi, Rebecca provides strategic planning, WHS and HR consulting services to farmers and small business, the House Paddock team are spread across North NSW and Southern Q...LD. The aim of the business to support and improve the professionalism of farming businesses. This is done through consulting, coaching, online program and face to face training and workshops to provide practical advice and tips to get the job done. Having been on over 400 farms from Emerald to the Adelaide Hills, Rebecca has seen it done well (and not so well!) and loves sharing what she has seen and learnt along the way. Rebecca hopes that a better understanding and some practical tips will enable business to make a start in professionalising their farming business. REGISTER NOW VIA https://yoursay.macleay.nsw.gov.au/recovery

16.01.2022 The Garden Bar & Kitchen in Frederickton is committed to sourcing local produce and has just launched their new summer menu which is brimming with lots of local and regional produce including Blue Moon Farm, Costa Honey, Chai Time, Bucket Brewery and Pick Of The Crop. Well done! #MacleayValleyFoodBowl #Buylocal #ilovetheMacleayValleyCoast

16.01.2022 Kempsey Show will be on the 21st & 22nd of April this year, with Showgirl entries now open. Entries close 11 April 2020.

16.01.2022 NSW Government announces additional $310 million dollar drought relief package

16.01.2022 It is National Agricultural Day ! #AgDayAU Our region is home to an amazing range of diverse and dynamic agriculturalists. Tag a farmer and thank them for all the do to clothe and feed the world

15.01.2022 IMPORTANT. The NSW Small Business Commissioner is asking any small businesses impacted in any way by the recent and ongoing fires to fill in a survey. The results will be used to ascertain the impact of the fires and support we receive as regions. Take the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SBbushfireimpacts

15.01.2022 Buying local is a great way you can support our local food bowl. Yarra Rocket Science is located in the foothills of Yarrahapinni. They grow delicious hydroponic lettuce, herb and vegetables. To place an order call 02 6569 0800. #MacleayValleyFoodBowl

15.01.2022 If you are studying an Agricultural related degree than this may be for you. The AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship, in partnership with industry sponsors, provides an annual $10,000 bursary over two years and professional development opportunities for eligible university students. The scholarship also offers students annual industry work placements, access to industry leaders, professional development assistance and opportunities to network and gain knowledge at a range of industry events. For further information visit https://www.agrifutures.com.au/people-/horizon-scholarship/ #MacleayValleyFoodBowl

15.01.2022 Kempsey Shire Council is offering a series of free online courses to help local farmers and agricultural businesses become more disaster resilient into the future. In the aftermath of last years disastrous bushfires, it was identified that enabling farming and related businesses to prepare business plans that included planning around potential future disasters was a key recovery goal. This prompted the creation of the Farming Resilience Workshops.... Our community has experienced more than its share of disasters, with the last year alone presenting enormous challenges for local businesses, particularly those in the agricultural sector. The current climate has forced many farmers and businesses to rethink how they operate and make necessary adjustments to stay commercially viable and competitive. The purpose of these Farming Resilience workshops is to help our farmers and ag businesses become more prepared in the event another disaster and to come out the other side of it. The workshops are for anyone operating a business in agriculture in the Macleay Valley. You might operate a large farm or a small hobby farm, or perhaps you are a supporting business like a produce store or a fencing business, either way we are keen to hear from you and have you on board. The workshops are set to commence on July 29 and will be hosted by industry experts who will provide businesses with free training, advice and mentoring via ten webinars. Topics include developing a business plan, developing goals for your business, recruitment and retention and marketing your business. The workshops are being funded under the National Bushfire Recovery Agency. REGISTER NOW - https://yoursay.macleay.nsw.gov.au/recovery

15.01.2022 AgriFutures Australia has announced a new project with the Australian Seaweed Institute to develop the blueprint for the emerging seaweed industry in Australia. The industry is forecast to create new coastal jobs, help to protect and regenerate waterways and contribute to greenhouse gas reduction. http://elink.agrifutures.com.au//1efafeb0-2911-4268-a517-8

14.01.2022 Are you interested finding out how to write Your Grant Application? We have two workshop sessions running as part of Small Business Month on 17 October 2019. The morning session is on from 11:30am-12:15pm and the afternoon session runs from 5pm-5:45pm at Kempsey Macleay RSL Club. Attendance is FREE, to confirm your place RSVP at https://bit.ly/323iB34 #MacleayValleyFoodBowl

13.01.2022 Tropical Soda Apple. This video will help you learn to identify it, how it is spread, how it is on an eradication declaration and who to contact if you find it on your land. #MacleayValleyFoodBowl

13.01.2022 Have you heard the North Coast Local Land Services podcast yet ? Check out this great episode with our district LLS vet !

12.01.2022 The recent bush fires have had an enormous impact on landholders, landholdings, native plants and animals. Fire is often associated with adverse effects on the environment, but, fire can also be beneficial for plants and animals by triggering new growth and creating habitat. If you wish to undertake some vegetation management but arent sure whether the vegetation on your property will recover, please contact the LLS Land Management Team on 1300 795 299 to discuss your prop...erty. More https://bit.ly/3e9fsF9

11.01.2022 Our Farm Resilenece Program kicks off this Wednesday. It is not to late to register, 10 x one hour webinars, work books and one on one mentoring with the trainer. Register now via the link below !

11.01.2022 Information below for Hive Aid Beekeeper drought and bush fire relief fund. http://bit.ly/36220yl

11.01.2022 Its not everyday a house is inspired by a hat. This off the grid house has been inspired by none other than the Akubra. https://inhabitat.com/off-grid-home-is-inspired-by-the-ico/ #MacleayValleyFoodBowl #Kempsey #Design Akubra Hats

11.01.2022 Love local produce? Then make sure to get your tickets to Farm Feast on Wednesday 12 February. Enjoy a Macleay Valley Food Bowl inspired long lunch in the park at Gladstone followed by an afternoon of local produce sampling and tour of the Macleays only micro-brewery, Bucket Brewery. To top it off special guest Lyndey Milan will be the tour host! Tickets available on Eventbrite https://bit.ly/2RTvUzc #MacleayValleyCoast #Gladstone Macleay Valley Coast #Kempsey

10.01.2022 The Small Farms Small Grants Program encourages projects that provide best practice sustainable agriculture or an action that increases the capacity of land managers to adopt best practice sustainable agriculture. Funding of between $5,000 and $50,000 is available. For more information visit https://www.business.gov.au/assist/smart-farms-small-grants #MacleayValleyFoodbowl.

09.01.2022 Is Vanilla a spice you have considered growing ?

04.01.2022 World Bee Day ! Local honey producers continue to operate in post fire and during COVID19 shutdowns. Denille Banham from Costa Honey said that their business is going from strength to strength as they continue to innovate. ... Denille said that whilst honey has always been their primary product, they have diversified into other products including lip balms and wraps. Costa Honey is available locally in 15 stores or directly via their Facebook page.

03.01.2022 Learn how to idenify different Eucalyptus Trees. Gum trees provide such great habitat for wildlife, and very useful timbers, so it would be worthwhile to actually know whos who in the Eucalypt family. Heres your chance to learn how to identify Eucalypts trees and put a name to your local favourites with the help of botanical experts Ross and Jan Macleay. The workshop is run by Macleay Landcare Network from 9:30am-2pm at Grassy Head Nursery on 8 November. #MacleayValleyCoast #GrassyHeads #MacleayValleyFoodBowl

01.01.2022 South West Rocks cafe and restaurant , The Full Circle Eatery is a mecca for locals and holiday makers alike, known for their cocktails, tasty sweets and their ever changing seasonal menu . Chef and Owner Krystal Hennessy understands the value of sourcing local produced produce and Full Circle is proud to use Seafood sourced from the Jerseyville Co-Op. I grew up here eating locally caught seafood and it is the best you can find. I know that it fresh, delicious and tasty, a...nd i love sharing my love of local seafood with our guests. We have always used the Co-op and continue to do so #macleayvalleyfoodbowl

01.01.2022 North Coast and Northern Tablelands Local Land Services invite livestock producers to a FREE two-part webinar series with internationally recognised market analyst Simon Quilty. Simon will discuss a range of factors at play globally and outline how these will impact future Australian livestock prices and will include a forecast for the next three years. This information will be valuable to help you make decisions as you look to rebuild your business after unprecedented droug...ht and fire events. Please note that Simons presentation is split across two webinar sessions, part two is not a repeat of part one. So make sure you register for both sessions. Details can be found here - https://www.facebook.com/events/2360762200890650/

01.01.2022 Its just two weeks until Ignite MNC which will be held at the Slim Dusty Centre in Kempsey. The theme is "Your World 2030" and the sub-themes of future skills, business and communities. The keynote speaker is Steve Sammartino Australias leading futurist. Steve has presented to over 200,000 people and wowed audiences around the globe in Asia, India, Europe, Africa, the USA and is a regular in China. With some interesting advancements in Agriculture make sure to come along. ...Tickets available at http://bit.ly/31FPz8u #MacleayValleyFoodBowl Ignite MNC Symposium 2019 featuring Steve Sammartino