RCS is pleased to present an interactive field day on the sustainable use and management of trees in grazing systems. This includes the important functions native trees provide to promote productive, stable and resilient paddocks in the Fitzroy region. Hosted on behalf of Fitzroy Basin Association, this field day includes presentations from CQ tree expert, Steve Elson, and property owners, Andrew and Claire Mactaggart.

TOPICS
– Grazing principles-based management in trees in
grazing systems
-A producer’s perspective of trees in their grazing
system; challenges, concerns and opportunities
– A botanical insight into utilising native trees in
agricultural landscapes

AGENDA
8:30am Registration
9:00am Tree-specific grazing principles and a producer’s perspective
10:30am Morning tea provided
11:00am Guest speaker: Steve Elson – CQ Botanist
11:45am Facilitated discussion
12:30pm Updates on the Drought Hub (Vicki Horstman) and Natural Resources Recovery Program (Bethlea Bell)
1:00pm Lunch provided
1:45pm Paddock walk and discussion
4:00pm Finish

Wednesday 27th March 2024
TIME: 8:30am – 4:30pm
BYO: Chair and water
HOSTS: Andrew and Claire Mactaggart
LOCATION: “Balcomba” 6392 Apis Creek Road
Balcomba, Qld 4702

RSVP by Monday 25th March 2024

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