July 2017

Growing or shrinking for prosperity was the theme of the day at the 2017 WAFarmers Dairy Conference, with insightful and constructive discussions held by presenters and attendees alike. Featuring an opening address from Hon. Darren West MLC, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Agriculture, and presentations from Dairy Australia Australian Dairy Farmers, and Western Dairy, attendees gathered to learn more about the current status of the Western Australian and national dairy industries and how the

WAFarmers is seeking input from members regarding the Sheep and Goat Industry Funding Scheme (IFS) and how it relates to wild dogs in WA. In particular, there are three policy questions to consider (outlined below) which would require input. Information relevant to these questions is provided below for consideration. Do we support an increase to the Sheep and Goat IFS to cover wild dog controls inside dog fenced areas? Do we support the Sheep and Goat

Members and stakeholders are advised that WAFarmers has moved to a new office location. We are co-sharing our new office with Perth NRM – you are most welcome to drop by and visit us at our new location. Please update your WAFarmers contact details: New premises: Level 2, 161 Great Eastern Highway, Belmont, WA 6104New postal address: PO Box 556, Belmont, WA 6984Our phone number ((08) 9486 2100) and emails will remain the same

Livestock ’17 is coming up shortly, run by WAFarmers alongside Stirlings to Coast Farmers. This event will feature the latest in research and technology updates for the livestock industry, and will include presentations from some of the most sought-after local and national speakers in the industry. Want to know more about some of the event speakers? Professor James Rowe (CEO, Sheep CRC Ltd) | Before taking on his current role, he was the Professor or

By WAFarmers President, Tony York On my family’s farm, 1 July is an important date as it is the day we can get a fairly good indication of how the remainder of the season is going to pan out. Unfortunately this year, we recognise that our hope of a reasonable season is unlikely due minimal autumn and early winter rainfall, despite a small amount of rain falling over the weekend. WA’s south west is dependent