LIVESTOCK producers will get the chance to learn more about organic farming practices and markets at an organic livestock production field day at Boggabri next week.
The event, organised by New England North West Landcare at "Myall Springs", will include presentations from Annabelle Bushell from Australian Certified Organic, Peter Gall from Arcadian Organic Beef and Lamb, and property owner Matt Carter.
Mr Carter and his wife Mel converted their mixed farming operation to a certified organic livestock production operation 10 years ago.
They run a 100 per cent certified organic beef and lamb operation, running 450 British-bred cows and 300 Dorper ewes.
Their products are sold direct to the consumer and marketed to butchers and processors.
Ms Bushell will explain the process of becoming certified organic and what's involved in staying certified and Mr Gall will detail the markets open to certified organic livestock and organic premiums.
The September 8 field day is free but bookings are essential.
For more information and to book, contact Mark Kesby on 0428 429 244 or email mpkesby14@gmail.com
