Newsletter - May 2018

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AgFest 2018

Grant had a fabulous time at AgFest chatting with Tasmanian's about the great training we have on offer. Learn more about our courses by visiting our website for more information.

Congratulations to Mr Tim Ford, who won an iPad for signing up to our newsletter while at AgFest!

Want Fully Subsidised Training?

Do you live or work in NSW? Grab this opportunity to do some nationally accredited training- fully subsidised by the NSW Government! We've put together some useful small packages of units that suit many farmers or you can tailor your own. You can use any units you complete as part of a related full qualification in the future. Check out more details here or email us for more info.  

Careers for the future

Did you know Agriculture is predicted to be one of the fastest growing industries over the next 20 or so years?

• 6 jobs for every agriculture graduate!
• graduates start on higher salaries than law and economics graduates
• population growth will demand increased food & fiber production
• new technology is changing work practices
• sustainability will be important
  

Agriculture has always been a diverse and rewarding industry to work in, and the office views are outstanding!

 We will be hosting our annual online AgCareers Expo in August, please contact us for more information and let your school know they can attend!

Meet Our Newest Guardian Angel

RuralBiz is pleased to welcome former student Leah Wilkinson from Tasmania to our Guardian Angel Team.

Our Angels offer support and motivation to help students achieve their goals.

Completing the Diploma of Horticulture has really strengthened Leah's:

• knowledge of safe chemical handling,
• land management skills,
  
• pest and disease identification skills and
• boosted her confidence when offering horticultural advice to her clients.

Contact us  to learn how our courses can help you improve your business and farming skills!.  

Chemical Card Plus is back!

We have reviewed our Chemical Card Plus training and it is now better than ever!

Want to work in your own home at your own pace via a distance education pack or in a face to face class?  Contact one of our trainers.

Prefer to work online? Online registrations available from Monday 21 May.

We have pathways for initial accreditation and refreshers.  Contact us for more information .

Mental Health Check

People living in regional, rural and remote areas are known for being down-to-earth, practical and resilient. But farming can be stressful at the best of times, so don't hesitate to check in on your mates and your own mental health. You can find some self help tools, resources and outreach information at www.lifeline.org.au

100 Things Farmers Are Doing For Sustainability

Target 100 is an initiative by Australian cattle and sheep farmers, along with the broader industry, to deliver sustainable cattle and sheep farming by 2020. As passionate stewards of almost 50% of Australia’s landmass, Australia’s cattle and sheep farmers work hard to leave the land, waterways, vegetation and soils in better condition for future generations. To find out more about the Target 100 initiatives and what you can do, visit the Target 100 website.

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