Grower Networks
We have community-based education groups in each wool growing state are open to all local woolgrowers. These grower networks are fundamental to the spread of new ideas, continuing education and the adoption of best practice.
AWI's grower networks are fundamental to the spread of new ideas, continuing education and the adoption of best practice. Community-based education groups in each wool growing state are open to all local woolgrowers.
Sheep Connect NSW is an initiative of AWI, providing a one-stop-shop for sheep-related events in NSW.
Providing woolgrowers with up-to-date and relevant information Sheep Connect NSW works to connect woolgrowers with events, information, technical expertise, producer groups and other Sheep Connect NSW members.
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Join the Sheep Connect NSW network here
Follow Sheep Connect NSW on Twitter and Facebook at @sheepconnectnsw
Visit: www.sheepconnectnsw.com.au
Megan Rogers
Sheep Connect NSW
Contact Megan to join the Sheep Connect NSW network.
BESTWOOL/BESTLAMB is a self-directed learning network for Victorian sheep and wool producers, supported by AWI.
Neighbourhood discussion groups form the core of the program, recognizing producers' mix of skills and similar interests in any location. Members identify key issues and the best learning approaches to reach individual business goals.
Producer groups meet regularly for facilitated discussions, farm walks, training workshops and information sessions. An Annual Industry Update, telephone seminars, partnerships with innovative research and development projects, and producer demonstration sites complement group activities.
Coordinators facilitate group activities to encourage group members to question and overcome barriers to change and improvement.
The program works with existing groups in some parts of Victoria and encourages producers in other areas to form new groups. Over 1,700 woolgrowers participate in 70 BESTWOOL/BESTLAMBS groups.
BESTWOOL/BESTLAMB is a partnership between AWI, the Victorian Department of Primary Industries, and the Livestock Group of the Victorian Farmers Federation, with sponsorship from the Grains Research and Development Corporation and Meat & Livestock Australia.
To get involved in training, group discussions, pasture variety trials, bloodline comparisons and more, join or start a BESTWOOL/BESTLAMB group.
Find out more at: BESTWOOL/BESTLAMB
Get in touch:
Lyndon Kubeil
BESTWOOL/BESTLAMB Vic
lyndon.kubeil@ecodev.vic.gov.au
Contact Lyndon to join the Sheep Connect NSW network.
AWI Extension WA is the AWI-funded grower extension network for Western Australian woolgrowers. AWI Extension WA is the new name for the AWI’s WA grower extension network, The Sheep’s Back, which AWI funded from 2004 – 2023.
AWI Extension WA offers a range of activities and services including seminars, field days, workshops, newsletters, and regular electronic communication via email, Facebook and Twitter.
All Network activities provide members with timely advice on managing current seasonal conditions, increasing WA woolgrowers' confidence in the future of wool-growing enterprises and their ability to run them in the most modern and productive manner.
AWI Extension WA is guided by a Producer Advisory Panel (PAP) of woolgrowers and industry representatives and managed by Georgia Pugh and Amy Lockwood.
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Subscribe to email updates tailored to your business.
For more information visit https://sheepsback.com.au/
Join the Facebook group here
Follow on Twitter @sheepsback
Georgia Pugh
AWI Extension WA
SheepConnect SA is a grower network that supports the development of the SA Sheep Industry.
Providing woolgrowers with up-to-date and relevant information Sheep Connect SA works to connect woolgrowers with events, information, technical expertise, producer groups and other Sheep Connect SA members.
SheepConnect SA is a partnership between Australian Wool Innovation Limited, the SA Sheep Industry Fund and Primary Industries & Regions SA.
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For more information visit: www.sheepconnectsa.com.au
Ian McFarland
Sheep Connect SA
Contact Ian to join the Sheep Connect NSW network.
Leading Sheep is a network designed to provide current and relevant information to Queensland sheep and wool producers as they make decisions to improve their long-term productivity and profitability.
The program engages sheep and wool producers in three regions across the state - South, South west and North/Central west. In each region, an extension officer and a regional coordinator work with a regional committee of sheep and wool producers to determine local priorities.
Leading Sheep priorities currently include:
- Predation.
- Animal nutrition.
- Animal Health.
- Business optimisation.
- Marketing and selling wool and sheep meat.
The regional network groups are made up of all interested sheep and wool producers and service providers in the region.
Leading Sheep is partnership between AWI, the Queensland Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and AgForce.
For more information visit: www.leadingsheep.com.au
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Andrea McKenzie
Leading Sheep QLD
andrea.mckenzie@daf.qld.gov.au
Contact Andrea to join the Sheep Connect NSW network.
Sheep Connect Tasmania delivers key information and decision support tools to meet Tasmanian sheep and wool producer priorities through workshops, information sessions and regular producer newsletters and information products.
The network works alongside industry to identify issues and opportunities for information development, exchange and delivery to improve sheep and wool producer skills and knowledge
The program identifies and delivers key industry tools to help sheep and wool producers meet current and emerging challenges in a timely and relevant manner. Recent examples include Making More from Sheep, Lifetime Ewe Management, Bred Well Fed Well, Liceboss, Wormboss, Flyboss and Ram Select workshops.
Tasmanian sheep producers and service providers have open access to Sheep Connect Tasmania's services, and the program actively engages young people in the sheep industry.
For more information visit: https://sheepconnecttas.com.au/
Get in touch:
Subscribe to keep up to date with sheep industry news and events.
Follow Sheep Connect Tasmania on Twitter @sheepconnect
James Tyson
Sheep Connect Tasmania
Contact James to join the Sheep Connect Tasmania network.
