It’ll be dope: Pigs, poultry and hemp workshop coming up

THE Surf Coast Agribusiness Network is holding a workshop to help pig, poultry and hemp producers to minimise biosecurity risks for their farms.

There is a growing interest in the hemp industry, and small-scale pig and poultry production can also be a great food source on smaller lots.

Yet Surf Coast Shire Council economic development officer, agronomist and workshop presenter Scott Jardine said people must know how to manage the associated risks.

“This workshop focuses on the critical subject of biosecurity, particularly in relation to low density mobile outdoor pig and poultry farms and industrial hemp production.

“Recent livestock disease outbreaks in Europe and Asia have had devastating effects and highlighted the importance of maintaining vigilance across a range of biosecurity measures.”

Pig and poultry can introduce livestock diseases into Australia, some of which can even be transmitted to people.

Hemp also needs to be monitored closely, as do certain weeds.

The workshop will see a group of expert presenters inform people on how to limit these risks and ensure they can farm these products without any major issues.

It will run on Saturday August 24 from 10am to 4pm at the Mt Moriac Reserve Pavilion.

Entry is free but bookings are a must.

To book, visit eventbrite.com.au.