Women’s Soil Health Workshop!

Join Us for an Inspiring Women’s Soil Health Workshop!

Tamworth Regional Landcare Association, in partnership with Climate Friendly, invites you to an engaging and informative Women’s Soil Health Workshop. This hands-on event is designed to equip women with the skills and knowledge to enhance soil health, boost farm productivity, and contribute to sustainable land management.

Why Attend?
Soil is the foundation of productive and resilient farming. Understanding its composition and health is key to improving water retention, increasing biodiversity, and ensuring sustainable agricultural practices. This workshop offers practical insights and demonstrations to help you assess and improve your soil’s quality, making your land more productive and drought-resilient.

What to Expect
Participants will gain hands-on experience conducting soil and water tests, learning from a panel of esteemed experts in the field. Expect a day of discovery, practical demonstrations, and meaningful discussions with like-minded women passionate about sustainable agriculture. Bring your own soil and water samples for on-the-spot testing and analysis!

Meet Our Expert Speakers

🌱 Dr. Robert Banks – Certified Practising Soil Scientist (CPSS)
Dr. Banks, Director of SoilFutures Consulting, brings over 30 years of expertise in soil science, geomorphology, and sustainable land management. Based in the Liverpool Plains, he has worked extensively with farmers and community groups to develop drought-resilient systems and improve soil productivity. He will introduce participants to different soil types and explain how soil composition impacts plant growth and farm productivity.

💧 Anne Michie – Soil and Water Testing Specialist
Anne is an expert in soil and water assessments and will guide participants through hands-on testing methods. She will demonstrate how to analyse soil and water samples on the spot, giving attendees practical skills to assess soil health and make informed farming decisions.

🌿 Dr. Aurelie Quade – Soil Health and Carbon Specialist
Dr. Quade will dive into the importance of soil carbon levels and their influence on soil fertility and sustainability. She will explore how carbon sequestration can improve soil structure, increase water retention, and support long-term farm viability.

Be Part of the Future of Farming

This workshop is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of soil health while networking with fellow land stewards. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or new to land management, this event will provide valuable knowledge to support your agricultural journey.

Come along and be part of a community committed to sustainable farming and climate resilience. We look forward to seeing you there!

 



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Are you curious about regenerative agriculture or already experimenting on your property?
We’re inviting landholders from Nemingha, Loomberah, Dungowan, Woolomin and surrounding areas to come together for a casual, landholder-to-landholder chat.

This is purely a networking opportunity to share experiences and ideas within our small area.
If there’s enough interest, we’ll arrange a relaxed dinner meet-up at the Dungowan Pub.

Interested?
Email Ninna at ninna@trla.org.au to put your name down or ask questions.

Let’s build local connections and share practical knowledge about regenerative agriculture.

Our members often say that when you become part of Landcare, you’re not just joining a group, you’re becoming part of a family. The concept is so compatible with Australian culture it’s hard not to get involved! By becoming a TRLA member, you’ll be supporting our work, learning new skills, becoming part of the solution, and helping to make a difference for the future.

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funding support

Did you know (TRLA) run an Annual Small Grants program for Landcare activities connected to the Tamworth region.

Volunteer Landcare and Grassroots Community groups can apply up to $2,500 for activities that meet an objective of TRLA’s strategic plan with eight successful projects being awarded funds from across the region.

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