Farming on the fringe

Farming on the fringe is an event for farmers and land managers who want to learn more about natural capital, carbon farming, soils, environmental markets and direct selling of local produce. 

Event details:

Hosted by Greater Sydney Local Land Services, this one-day conference-style event is for managers of small to medium sized farms and lifestyle blocks, agribusiness representatives, community organisations and anyone interested in sustainable rural landscapes.The event is an opportunity to explore proven techniques to enhance profitability in natural capital markets, carbon farming opportunities and innovative and sustainable land management practices.   

Keynotes and MC:

• Rachel Ward - Regenerative farmer, film director, actress and co-founder of Farmthru

• Robert Pekin - Co-founder and CEO of The Food Connect Shed

• MC: Chris Bath - Journalist, radio and TV host, beekeeper, and sustainable small farmer

  
  

You will hear from natural capital experts, including:

• Tamara Harris - Natural Capital Advisor

• Dr Amanda Hanson - Accounting for Nature

• Clare Edwards - On-Farm Carbon Advice team

• Meghan Burkett - Centre for Community Capital

• Imogen Semmler - Agricola projects

Meet local farmers who will describe their journey of resilience and innovation in managing natural resources and conservation, along with improved farm productivity and profitability. 

Explore a mini trade show of exhibitors from the sustainable agriculture sector displaying products and services in soil health, carbon farming, natural capital, circular economy, regenerative farming, biodiversity markets and selling farm produce direct to consumers. 

Additional details:

• A gourmet lunch, morning and afternoon teas will be provided.

• Save on fuel by travelling by train to Clarendon Railway Station

Ticket types:

• General admission - $50
  Includes entry for one person.

• Couple - $75
  Includes entry for two people.

Contact:

• Maree Whelan, Local Land Services - 0427 086 457

• Richard Stephens, Local Land Services - 0436 803 337

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