Farmers of the future will look towards food and fibre production in 2050 at the 2016 NSW Young Farmers Forum in Dubbo on February 20.
The ‘Farming in 2050’ forum features award winning farmers, young farmers and NSW Farmers President Derek Schoen discussing the techno tools that could drive the future of agriculture.
“Drones, data clouds, apps - the technology that can be applied to farming is evolving rapidly and our young farmers are going to be at the forefront of supplying food and fibre to an ever growing population,” said NSW Farmers President Derek Schoen.
“The aim of the forum is to get young farmers together, make connections and listen to people like 2015 NSW Farmer of the Year Ed Fagan and Eric Harvey from Gilgai Farms about how they see the future of farming in Australia.
“We are asking all young farmers to get involved, bring your friends, make new friends and help shape the future of agriculture and rural communities while you’re at it.”
Other speakers include NSW Young Farmers acting chair Jo Newton- an Australian Wool
Innovation young farming champion - and speakers on young farmer finance and the latest research into animal health.
This forum will be held at the Milestone Hotel in Dubbo on Saturday February 20. Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.com.au (search NSW Young Farmers Forum). It is free for NSW Farmers members and $20 for potential members.