Managing Bush on Farm Land

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Come and hear information on different types of bush and management options to protect and improve remnants.

Presenters

·        Jim Blackney (Trust For Nature- Regional Manager North-East)

·        Mary Titcumb (Department of Sustainability and Environment)

·        Kate Hill ( Department of Sustainability and Environment)

Structure of day:

Morning (9.30-12.30) Cudgewa Community Hall

·        Different types of Bush & why this is important

·        Management: assessing, weeds, grazing options, restoration & revegetation

·        Assistance & funding available: Conservation Covenants, Bush Improvement Grants, Care of Remnants Incentive Scheme, Bush Tender etc.

·        Farm visit to inspect a remnant area, discussion of management options and issues. 

Lunch (12.30-1.30) Cudgewa Community Hall

·        Tea-coffee and sandwiches provided

Afternoon (1.30-3.00) Site visit on crown land

Issues covered

·        Bush types in more detail

·        Common problems and issues associated with managing bushland areas

·        Enhancing bushland

·        Weed issues

RSVP: 27th of Feb

To RSVP or for Further information Contact:

Barton Roberts 02 6072 7502

 

Organised by: The Upper Murray Landcare Network

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