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Come and enjoy the expo The entertainment is ready, the animals are groomed and the gates at Seymour’s Kings Park are ready to open for the 29th edition of the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

Held in the heart of Victoria, the expo is a stalwart of the farming calendar, and more than 300 exhibitors are raring to go.

Traditionally held during the third week of February, this year’s event will take place from April 16 to 18.

“With no events happening over the past 15 months, we are excited about the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo opening the gates on our allnew dates in April,” event manager Jamie Gilbert said.

“The weather will be perfect for a great day out in Seymour and I encourage all regional farmers and families to come and support this year’s event.

“Come and explore the latest technology, practices and trends in small and backyard farming, visit the animals and enjoy the market style shopping, food and entertainment.”

Organisers have been working closely with the Victorian Government to ensure all boxes are ticked for the COVID-safe event, with everything ready to ensure the event goes off without a hitch.

The expo puts the spotlight on modern farming methods, ag-tech solutions, and sustainability.

“The latest technological advancements, machinery and

equipment for small acreage farming!—!you’ll find it all at the expo,” Jamie said.

“Over the years the event has grown to incorporate sustainability, including off-the-grid, renewable resources and low-impact living.

“There is also an opportunity to get up close and personal with unique livestock breeds, learn tips on raising unusual paddock pals and get upto-date on animal health and farm diversity ideas in the Small Farms Learning Hub.” And, with the event falling in the last weekend of the April school holidays, there’s plenty to ensure a great family fun day out, with star-studded entertainment for all ages.

“We have a huge variety of exhibitors and I’m excited for people to experience the range that will be there on the day,” Jamie said.

“The All4FMX quad bike demos are back, while children and adults get the chance to try their hand at whip-cracking or see the Flipping Disc Dogz complete some impressive tricks.

“There’s the ever-popular Kids’ Corner and the Country Kitchen and Butcher Shop where chef Adrian Hensley and butcher Vic Bonacci will cook up a storm.”

Welcome to Seymour Welcome back to Mitchell Shire and the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo in 2021.

It is fantastic to once again be back to events and hosting the annual Seymour Alternative Farming Expo in Seymour.

The Seymour Alternative Farming Expo will celebrate 29 years in 2021 with more than 300 stallholders and exhibitors expected to appear at the show!—!what an achievement.

A large number of visitors are expected across the three days, with the expo anticipated to bring with it a much-needed boost to our local economy.

This fosters the continued growth and development of our agricultural sector as well as our broader

community and region.

The expo is all about rural innovation.

It brings together new ideas and techniques alongside traditional approaches to help the sector adapt through challenging conditions.

One of the highlights for me is seeing the different exhibitors and what they have to offer each and every year.

of things to see and do including butchery, country cooking, craft, woodwork, camping, clothes and plenty of products for around the home including sheds, gates, windows, pools, water set-ups and energy efficiency ideas.

You might even realise that hobby farming is for you.

For 29 years, we’ve seen the technology change, but the same can-do spirit is alive and well at the expo.

If it takes your fancy, or if you have little ones, you can visit an array of different animals in the farmyard and at the reptile encounters.

You can get up close and personal and learn from many of these experienced people first-hand!—!a real win for beginners and experts alike.

Our region’s produce is also a highlight of the expo, with plenty to eat and drink from a range of local and regional suppliers.

If you aren’t a primary producer or a hobby farmer, there are plenty

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Expo checklist

Event COVIDSafe Information

Here is everything you need to know about the 2021 Seymour Alternative Farming Expo. For updates, visit: www.seymourexpo.com.au Location: Kings Park Recreation Reserve, 55 Tallarook St, Seymour.

When: April 16 to 18.

Hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9"am to 4"pm.

Tickets must be purchased online at: www.seymourexpo.com.au Type

Online Ticket Price

Adult

$20

Concession*

$17

Family (2 adults and 3 children)

$47

Child (aged 5-15)

$9

Child (under 5)

Free

QR CODE EVENT ENTRY All visitors must scan the event QR code on event Entry.

QR CODE EVENT EXIT

*Valid Concession I.D. must be presented at gate entry. A concession ticket is for any full-time tertiary student in possession of a student identification card, or any other valid concession as defined by Public Transport Victoria.

All visitors must scan the event QR code on event Exit.

Getting there • By car: From Melbourne, take the Hume Fwy about 100"km north to the Seymour exit. Then drive to Tallarook St. • By bus: Travel in comfort with V/Line, Australia’s largest regional public transport operator. Book a bus ticket online at: www.vline.com.au • By train: Regular train services operate to Seymour. For timetables and ticketing, visit: www.vline.com.au

HAND SANITISER We recommend frequent use of the hand sanitiser stations located throughout the event.

Paid parking close to venue Paid parking managed by local community and sports groups is available at the following locations: Seymour War Memorial, Seymour Swimming Pool and Seymour Bowls Club on Lesley St; the Seymour Club on Elizabeth St; 35b Emily St and Edward St opposite the Wattle Motel.

Abilities parking is available near Gate 4 on Lesley St. All paid parking is subject to availability.

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Free parking Free parking is available on surrounding streets, please read signs for details. Parking time limits will be enforced by local council.

Site services include: • • • •

COVIDSAFE MARSHALS Marshals will be assisting patrons to comply with COVID-Safe regulations throughout the event.

Gourmet and fine food and drink stalls at affordable prices.

Customer information is located next to the football club rooms.

ATM facilities.

Families with young children are welcome, with children’s activities, changing facilities and plenty of shaded areas.

• A complimentary parcel pick-up service is available at the expo.

Please request at time of purchase and items will be delivered to Gate 3/Edwards St for collection.

• Mobility scooters are not available to hire.

General Advice

Pets not permitted

Staying home if unwell

No pets are permitted due to the livestock on site. Any pet animals, with the exception of guide dogs, are not permitted to be brought into the park by the general public.

Contact details:

Phone: 1300"178"881 Email: admin@seymourexpo.com.au Website: www.seymourexpo.com.au

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You can help our event stay safe and protect the community by: Ensuring you assist with contact tracing at all times Keeping distance from other where possible Wash your hands regularly

Small Farms Learning Hub

Farm Lectures

With a focus on innovation, each 45-minute lecture in the Small Farms Learning Hub will explore the latest technology, alternative practices and trends in farming.

Presented by Seymour Agricultural and Pastoral Society, Farm Lectures provide practical information on general farming and agriculture.

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

Legal requirements and farm biosecurity Dr Kate Rowe, Agriculture Victoria

Training working dogs Paul Macphail, Beloka Kelpies

How can Microbes help your farm and garden Kevin Beecroft, BioLink 4 Plants

Setting up for Poultry in the backyard or on small acreage.

Megg Miller, Australasian Poultry Magazine

Goat matters Dr Berwyn Squire, Agriculture Victoria

Setting up for Poultry in the backyard or on small acreage.

Megg Miller, Australasian Poultry Magazine

12!pm

Hemp Growing and Hemp Houses David Brian, Southern Hemp

Hemp growing and hemp houses David Brian, Southern Hemp

Backyard beekeeping Gary Beavis, Beavo’s Honey

1!pm

How can Microbes help your farm and garden Kevin Beecroft, BioLink 4 Plants

Backyard beekeeping Gary Beavis, Beavo’s Honey

Hemp growing and hemp houses David Brian, Southern Hemp

2!pm

Off Grid Solar Systems and Energy Independence Aaron Lewtas, Off-Grid Energy Australia

Home and farm energy efficiency pratical knowledge Helen Gibson, United Solar Energy

Foodcube wicking beds – climate adaptive urban farms Marc Noyce, Biofilta

3!pm

No session

How can Microbes help your farm and garden Kevin Beecroft, BioLink 4 Plants

No session

10!am

11!am

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SATURDAY

SUNDAY

Cattle production basics Experienced local cattle managers

Cattle production basics Experienced local cattle managers

Cattle production basics Experienced local cattle managers

An overview of owning Alpacas Daniel Boote

Sheep Secrets Jill Noble and Gary Tie, Hallston Valley Farm

An introduction to Boer Goats Dean Smith, Boer Goat Breeders Association of Australia

11.30!am

Small Farm Weed Management Rob Richardson, Agronomist

Poll Highland Cattle; the alternative Julia Webster, Poll Highland Cattle Society

Five business skills for farming success Jill Noble and Gary Tie, Hallston Valley Farm

12.30!pm

Diversification of a small farm business Nina Stocker, Brave Goose Vineyard

Owning Livestock Agriculture Victoria

Before buying a hobby or small farm Yvonne Summer, Summer View Farm

1.30!pm

Seven Sheep Essentials Jill Noble and Gary Tie, Hallston Valley Farm

Pastures for profit Rob Richardson, agronomist

Further information for Boer goat producers Dean Smith, Boer Goat Breeders Association of Australia

2.30!pm

Cattle reproduction and calving management Dr Andrew Hogan, veterinary surgeon, with experienced local cattle managers

Cattle reproduction and calving management Dr Andrew Hogan, veterinary surgeon, with experienced local cattle managers

An overview of owning Alpacas Daniel Boote

9.30!am

10.30!am

*Session times, topics and presenters are subject to change without notice. See Seymour Expo website for up-to-date details.

Country Kitchen and Butcher Shop

Sink your teeth into some delicious cooking demonstrations in the Country Kitchen and Butcher Shop.

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

9.30 am

Butcher Shop Pork Side Break Down

Butcher Shop Beef Butt Breakdown

Butcher Shop Preparation of Beef Brisket & Beef Flank

10.10 am

Country Kitchen Great australian vanilla slice: house-made puff pastry, vanilla custard, fondant icing

Country Kitchen Chocolate layered cake: most amazing chocolate cake

Country Kitchen Farm-house orchid pie: seasonal fruit free form pie

10.50 am

Butcher Shop Breaking Down of Side of Lamb

Butcher Shop Pork Shoulder Breakdown

Butcher Shop Venison Demo with Paul Borg

11.30 am

Country Kitchen Pretzel bread rolls: german favourite made for an american classic

Country Kitchen Great aussie pie: a Four ’n’ Twenty tale but not your average Four ‘n’ Twenty pie.

Country Kitchen Venison: one-pan wonder venison steak and mushroom chicken. Fried venison and waffle

12.10 pm

Butcher Shop Break Down of Beef Argie

Butcher Shop Break Down of a Beef Forequarter

Butcher Shop Pork Shoulder Breakdown

12.50 pm

Country Kitchen Burger off: smash – pulled – fried. How do you do yours?

Country Kitchen Kids cooking with chef Lila: Lila’s Egg-cellent Adventure

Country Kitchen Home-made ciabatta: lamb steak sandwich, beetroot relish

1.30 pm

HAPPY HOUR: Meet the Makers Original Spirit Co

HAPPY HOUR: Meet the Makers Shearersun Brewery

HAPPY HOUR: Meet the Makers Prickly Moses

1.50 pm

HAPPY HOUR: Meet the Makers Cheeky Cider

HAPPY HOUR: Meet the Makers Wildlife Brewing

HAPPY HOUR: Meet the Makers Shearersun Brewery

2.10 pm

Butcher Shop Preparation of Pork Legs

Butcher Shop Preparation of Pork Loin

Butcher Shop Lamb Hindquarter

2.50 pm

Country Kitchen Mexican grazing board: pulled pork, skirt steak, chicken thighs, a full mexican fiesta

Country Kitchen Carry on like a pork chop: double cut smoked pork chop

Country Kitchen Venison pie: rich venison ragout, short crust base, flaky buttery puff top

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Volunteers are backbone of expo For the Seymour Agricultural and Pastoral Society, the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo is a big deal.

Having thousands of people interested in agriculture congregating in Seymour is a boon for the region’s industry, but for the society!—!which has been involved every year since the expo’s inception!—!it’s also a chance to bring volunteers together.

Volunteers from across the region come together to help run the livestock section of the show, set up in the cafe to do everything from serving to cooking to cleaning, and conduct presentations on agriculture.

Society vice-president Stephen Koch said it was great to see volunteers coming together for what was a strong fundraiser for the society.

“For example, the Ken Hall building is the only space at the expo to sit

“It’s totally run by volunteers.”

The society will help coordinate and manage the cattle and livestock side of the expo with exhibits and preparations.

This year’s expo will be the first event to utilise the brand new multi-use agriculture pavilion, which is replacing the Fred Grimwade and Eric Head cattle and sheep pavilions.

The society will also run presentations in the new pavilion about livestock, with five or six lectures a day across the expo all presented by volunteers, including Stephen.

“It’s the first year it’ll get used and it’ll be a learning experience to see how it works,” Stephen said.

“We know it’s the alternative farming expo but these presentations are a bit more mainstream for people who might have moved to regional areas,” he said.

down in the airconditioning, which is good in February, and can enjoy home-made food,” he said.

He said he wanted to see the area around the new pavilion become the ‘ag precinct’ of Kings Park.

“If people want to see goats or alpacas or sheep or cattle or horses, that’s where we want them to be able to come,” Stephen said.

“But it’ll be driven by audience participation and how I interact with them!—!who’s there, what they want to know.

“From fencing to breeding to tagging we’ll talk about what they want.”

Seymour Agricultural and Pastoral Society vice-president Stephen Koch said the Seymour expo was a great opportunity for the society.

HERO horses start new lives The Harness Racing and Rehoming Opportunities (HERO) Program gives horses a second lease of life after their harness racing career ends.

A division of Harness Racing Victoria, the program takes standardbreds off the track and gives them an after-track home.

HERO program manager Tanya McDermott said the program worked directly with owners and trainers in the harness racing industry to rehome horses after they finished in the industry.

Tanya said the horses they worked with could have had successful or unsuccessful careers, had to retire prematurely or didn’t even make it onto the track.

“HERO Program graduate horses have gone on to participate very successfully in a wide and varied range of activities including endurance, showing, extreme cowboy competition (obstacles on horseback), equine assisted learning, adult riding and pony club, trail riding and liberty training,” Tanya said.

A variety of standardbred horses going through the HERO Program will be exhibited at the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo, giving people a chance to see what is

being taught.

Many of the horses under the program have to be retrained for things as simple as being ridden as lots are never ridden while they are harness racing.

Other ‘ambassador horses’ who have previously been through the program, will also be exhibited to show off their new skills.

Visitors will be given a background on each horse’s re-education process and will be there to show off how they can be trained.

With different horses exhibited each day, there will be a wide range of new skills on show, including horses who have been trained to do tricks, as well as others now involved in equine therapy.

A network of trainers will also be available to have a chat to people about the program and answer any questions people may have.

“It’s a good chance to see what we do and what our horses can do,” Tanya said.

See the HERO Horses in action at the horse arena.

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Horse Primo Tapia NZ is a HERO graduate who was in training at the time of attending the 2020 Seymour Alternative Farming Expo and has been subsequently sold to a farming family in Boort.

Georgia Pitman came second at the last Australian Championships in the women’s section.

Crack that whip at Seymour Some of Australia’s best whip-crackers will show off their skills at this year’s Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

Whip-cracking skills will be on show at the 2021 AWPA Victorian Whipcracking and Bullock Whip Championships.

The 2021 Australian Whipcrackers and Plaiters Association (AWPA) Victorian Whipcracking and Bullock Whip Championships will be held on the Saturday at this year’s event.

There will be plenty of action in peewees, juveniles, juniors, men’s, women’s and over-45s sections as competitors pit their skills against each other.

Using two whips at a time in the stockwhips sections, the entrants compete firstly in a target competition where they are judged on their accuracy at hitting targets.

Next is a tricks section, where competitors perform up to 10 tricks with their whips.

AWPA secretary Simon, Martin said these can be from something as simple as a ‘cattleman’s crack’, which is a traditional stockman’s crack which focuses on the loudness of the crack, to the more difficult ‘Tasmanian

Katie Wicks holds the two stockwhips high as she competes. twist’ where they crack their whip behind their back, to playing tunes or making their cracks sound like a steam train.

Next is a freestyle routine where competitors show off their skills continuously for one minute in the junior, men’s and women’s

competitions, or for 30 seconds in the peewees, juveniles and over-45s competitions.

There is also a bullock whip section where all ages compete in the one section, using the much longer bullock whips.

As well as the expo playing host to the Victorian championships, there will also be whip-cracking demonstrations on both the Thursday and Friday of the expo.

Simon said the expo provided a great chance for people to see a unique sport in action.

“It’s part of our (Australian) culture and heritage,” he said.

“The stockwhip is a uniquely Australian whip.”

And with the whips cracking at the speed of sound, they create a sonic boom, and that alone is sure to draw a crowd.

Located at the rear oval.

Learn how to whip it Looking for a cracking good time?

The Australian Whipcrackers and Plaiters Association is making sure kids and adults get their chance to experience an Australian tradition, holding whip-cracking demonstrations on Friday and Sunday.

After a 15-minute demo from 15-yearold Australian Junior Champion whip-cracker Max Kamp and 17-yearold Kiera Buzza, the crowd will be given the opportunity to try their hand at the skill.

With three completely different shows there’s plenty to enjoy throughout the day, with both Max and Kiera showcasing a number of different routines.

Once armed with a hat and safety glasses it is over to the kids and adults.

Australian Whipcrackers and Plaiters Association’s Heather Buzza said the demonstrations were always a big hit.

“The kids absolutely love it and the adults too,” she said.

“Max is absolutely amazing and Kiera is just incredible too.

“It’s a great chance to teach them how to crack the whip and keep the tradition alive.

“If kids have come along to watch the show in the morning you normally see them coming back for another look.

“It’s really interactive.

“The kids actually learn to crack quicker than the adults$—$you’ve just

got to let it happen and not think too much about it.”

The free event will run throughout Friday and Sunday.

“Come along and have a go,” Heather said.

Located on the rear oval.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 9

Time to ramp-up digital farming The stunning turnaround in Australia’s agricultural fortunes over the past 12 months likely ranks as a rare highlight from an otherwise challenging year that was 2020.

With grain hoppers overflowing, livestock prices remaining high and demand for fresh Australian produce growing, there is every reason to be increasingly confident about the future of Australian agriculture.

While a seven per cent increase in the value of agricultural production across Australia is a reason to celebrate, it demonstrates the size of the challenge facing the industry if it is to achieve its $100 billion by 2030 target.

Now, with just nine years to go, the sector must grow by as much in the coming nine years as it did in the past generation if this ambition is to be realised.

Australian agriculture cannot afford to reverse the gains made in the past year"—"it has to turbo-charge growth, adapt and change if this reasonable ambition is to be realised.

Building resilience for the next dry spell, downturn in global terms of trade or other industry challenge is essential to agriculture continuing to grow in value and importance to the Australian economy.

And while it has oft been said that the need to begin (or hasten) the transition from manual to digital

agriculture is now, there has arguably never been a better time to ramp-up digital farming across Australia.

While digital agriculture cannot put more water in the dam or make it rain, it can help farmers better utilise finite resources, manage pasture, monitor livestock and reduce farm input costs for things like fertiliser and chemicals.

How many times a week do you drive to a paddock just to check on things? Surely it would be easier if you could monitor water in troughs, or your farm gates and storage sheds remotely?

In September last year, nbn released the findings of our Connecting Australia Future of Farming research, which found that internet-enabled digital agriculture could increase the industry’s value by up to $15.6 billion by 2030.

AgriFutures Australia predicts that ‘business as usual’ in agriculture will see the industry fall $15.7 billion short of the $100 billion target by 2030"—"the adoption of digital agriculture is the difference between success and failure.

With the capacity to save growers time, make them money and

open new trading opportunities, farmers across Australia need to be considering how ready their business is to adapt to an increasingly digital environment.

While mobile communications technology has played a significant role in the growth of digital agriculture to date, the capacity for the fast and far reaching nbn network to help increase the spread of digital agriculture across Australia is significant.

Over the coming 12 months, nbn will continue working with governments, the National Farmers’ Federation,

peak industry and state farming groups, the rural Research and Development Corporations and others to help increase understanding of the benefits of digital agriculture and learn ways to support the industry’s $100 billion target.

We are Australian agriculture’s partner in digital agriculture and, together, we want to help farmers save time, grow productivity with the nbn network.

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The future of agriculture will be driven by a focus on technology, says NBN Co.

Hit the road in a Donway caravan Whether you’re retired, a family or just want to see the countryside, Donway Caravans will have you sorted.

These beautifully crafted vans are designed here in Shepparton and built exclusively by one of Australia’s most trusted caravan companies, Millard Caravans.

Boasting features that you won’t find in many other caravans in Australia, such as aluminium frames and hot dip galvanised chassis, means caravanners don’t have to worry about water damage.

They also feature 2m ceiling heights and single piece composite roofs that are strong enough to stand on.

“Our exclusive partnership with Millard means that all our caravans are RVMAP-accredited and are also approved to carry the ‘Australian Made’ symbol,” Donway Caravans cofounder Peter Don said.

Donway Caravans co-founder Keelan Don also spoke about the benefits of using such a reputable Australian caravan company.

“Although we have our own exclusive range of caravans, we are also a Millard Caravans dealer which allows us to bring on a really exciting new range called the M-Flow to the people of the Goulburn Valley,” Keelan said.

“The M-Flow range will be our entry level van and are designed to be more affordable without the compromise of quality, thus helping people enter the caravans market.”

Donway Caravans will be at sites L12 and L13 at the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo, so head down and say hello to the team.

Or you can check out Donway Caravans’ sleek and comfortable

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caravans at PJ’s 4 x 4 at 7851 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla or phone 9052 4652.

And remember, the only way is the Donway.

Visit sites L12 and L13.

What’s the buzz about bees The backyard has become trendy, with everyday people taking on small-scale alternative farming projects on their own properties.

Some of the most exciting and clever home farming techniques will take centre stage at the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo, with the renowned Gary Beavis from Beavo’s Honey returning for his muchanticipated how-to lecture.

Gary said the lecture was ideal for anyone wanting to learn more about beekeeping or thinking about getting their first hive.

“It’s really about those who have an interest in beekeeping!—!there’s a whole intrigue associated with bees,” he said.

“For some people there’s a whole element of tending to the environment and others just want some nice honey.

“It’s all about giving an insight into bees and what is required to have a backyard beehive.”

After starting with a single beehive

in his backyard 15 years ago, Gary was able to turn his hobby into a business and said there was potential for many others to do the same.

Many people who have attended the talk over the years have embraced beekeeping, Gary said, with some now with several hives.

“They’ve been to the course and it’s just grown from there,” he said.

The talk will cover a number of aspects of beekeeping, including what goes on in a hive, how it functions and the lifecycle of the bees.

It’s a great way to dip your toe into beekeeping.

Gary will answer any and all questions following the talk.

Learn more at the Learning Hub.

Gary Beavis from Beavo’s Honey will be at the Seymour expo again this year.

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info@pollhighland.com.au www.pollhighland.com.au 0419 140 622 Exhibiting in the Cattle Pavilion ‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 11

Inspecting the plans for the new pavilion at Kings Park in Seymour in early 2020.

The Seymour Alternative Farming Expo has a long and rich history in the region.

I congratulate everyone involved on celebrating the Expo’s 30th anniversary this year.

Later this month, I will officially open the new multi-purpose pavilion at Seymour’s Kings Park, which was made possible with $487,000 of Federal Government funding.

The new pavilion will encourage new, existing, and major events to use Kings Park Reserve.

It will be a fantastic asset for many years to come.

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FAMILY FUN & ENTERTAINMENT

You can mix adrenaline-pumping, free-style motocross with venomous snakes and whip-cracking competitions or take the calmer route with kelpie training and the fine craft of woodwork!—!there will be something for the whole family at Seymour.

The ALL4FMX team will be flying through the air performing all sorts of tricks on motorbikes and quad bikes.

“We are the only team in Australia that has a backflipping quad-biker in our ranks!—!come and enjoy,” Mitch Van Vliet said.

“We land our tricks on a huge air bag which means we can take more risks in the air.”

If you like puppies or want to train your own kelpie there will be miniature demonstrations put on by Paul Macphail!— he’ll be bringing in sheep and ducks to show people how to efficiently train kelpies for use around the farm.

Luke Cheyne from Reptile Kingdom Australia will be giving visitors the chance to literally rub shoulders with some of the world’s most deadly snakes

There will be hand-made wooden rocking horses!—!Olivia O’Connor has spent the past 10 years perfecting her craft and still

And world-first stunts will be centre stage when the clever canines from Flipping Disc Dogz take to the main oval.

uses all the traditional tools as well as real horse hair for their manes.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 13

The ALL4FMX team is set to wow the crowds at the Seymour expo.

Luke Cheyne from Reptile Kingdom Australia with an adder.

Close encounter with reptiles

Pushing the boundaries The ALL4FMX team will be flying through the air performing all sorts of tricks on motorbikes and quad bikes at this year’s Seymour expo.

The only team in Australia with a backflipping quad bike rider, owner and rider Mitch Van Vliet is looking forward to putting on a show.

“The last show we did was March 2020, so this is the first show back in more than a year,” Mitch said.

“We’re really excited and looking forward to getting out there.

“We really feed off the energy of the crowd and that really helps push us to try some crazy tricks.”

Having been performing since 2016, this year’s show will also feature Mitch’s brother Harry.

“The crowd should get ready for a bit of brother and brother competition,” Mitch laughed.

Having grown up racing, the Van Vliet brothers developed a love of jumps and it soon led to the launch of ALL4FMX. The ALL4FMX team will exhibiting freestyle motocross skills in an action-packed show for the whole family to enjoy.

You will get to see the only quad bike freestyle rider in Australia to do a backflip.

They use an air bag to minimise their risks when landing, allowing them to push the boundaries in the air.

Ever wondered what a snake skin feels like?

Ever wanted to safely get up close and personal with deadly Australian reptiles?

Luke Cheyne from Reptile Kingdom Australia will be running a venomous snake show at the Seymour expo"—"a breathtaking performance where you can get up close to snakes, lizards and crocodiles.

Feel the unusual skin of the friendly reptiles while learning vital snake safety.

Luke and his team will be there doing non-stop shows and answering questions about our deadly Australian reptiles.

It’s a great chance to see unusual wildlife in a safe setting while learning important snake awareness.

Discover ways to discourage snakes from occupying your property, what to do if you see a wild snake and how to survive a snake bite.

There are also opportunities to hold lizards, friendly pythons and baby crocodiles.

A true Aussie experience.

Located on Site EA1.

Located on the main oval.

A farmyard filled with fun Farmer Darryl and his herd of furry and feathery friends will be back at this year’s Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

Farmer Darryl’s Mobile Animal Farm is a big hit every year and will once again have the chance to get up close and personal with a farmyard full of animals and birds.

Sheep, calves, goats, roosters, hens, lambs, baby rabbits and Princess the piglet are all a part of the interactive display, where children are invited to pet, brush and feed the friendly animals.

Darryl Sheridan has been running the mobile farm for 21 years and has gradually built up a collection of creatures to the point they are

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now able to bring along mothers and their babies.

He said it was a fun experience for young and old.

“I’m so excited to come along for the expo,” Darryl said.

“Everyone has a different favourite animal.

“It’s just the best to get everyone along and have them spend some time and enjoy the animals.”

Farmer Darryl’s Mobile Animal Farm will both entertain and educate for the three days of the expo, with Story Time also running at 3#pm every day.

Located in the Kids’ Zone.

Darryl Sheridan will bring his animals to the Seymour expo again this year.

You’ll flip out over these dogs Prepare to be amazed and delighted when Flipping Disc Dogz take to the stage at the Seymour expo.

Forget sit, drop and roll over, Beau Pearson and Sim Hellebrand’s nine border collies will show you tricks you never thought possible.

From high flying acrobatics, to world-first and Australia-first tricks 18 months in the making, the Flipping Disc Dogz are truly a sight to behold.

The four-paw high-five by Super Santa will be a highlight of the show.

Super Santa is just one of three dogs in the world able to perform the trick and will also attempt to get all four paws standing on someone’s knuckles.

After last year’s world record-breaking feat, which saw one of their dogs jump 15 people, Beau said he was excited to get back to Seymour’s Kings Park and even have a crack at jumping 16 people in one leap.

“It’ll be good to be back, it’s our first show back essentially since COVID so everything’s been bottled up,” he said.

“It’s great for the town of Seymour and regional towns.

“We kept (the dogs) entertained with lots of swims but in reality they hated lockdown, they love performing.

“Before they go on stage they get so excited and they hear the music they go berserk.”

If you’ve ever wanted to see a dog on a skateboard, your wish will be granted with the main oval event, with a potential competition between two of the dogs even on the cards.

And a trick entitled the ‘big jumper’ will leave you on the edge of your seat, as one of the furry performance climbs up a 3"m wall before jumping into Beau’s arms.

Located on the main oval.

These incredible dogs can do more than just catch a frisbee. See the full show on the main oval at the Seymour expo.

Wooden treasures crafted by hand The 3D images on Phil Willems’ wooden jewellery boxes make his products stand out among others.

The intricate carving of animals such as horses, koalas and kangaroos that grace the lids of his jewellery boxes certainly show Phil’s love of working with wood.

Phil has also turned his hand to products such as antipasto platter boards, signs, bottle openers, stubby holders, game boards and children’s toys including planes and cars.

All his products are made from recycled timber, from trees Phil salvages that are coming down.

While Phil said he has worked with wood all of his life, it has been in the past 15 years he has built a business out of it after leaving work after injuring his back.

His love of all things wooden is obvious in the products he makes these days, and visitors to the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo will have a chance to check out his work, as well as to buy a special piece to take home with them.

Visit site E48.

Kelpies show off their skills Keen to see some kelpies in action?

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Returning to the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo for another year, Paul Macphail, the big dog in charge, said event goers could expect to see a few demonstrations with the trained dogs, halftrained dogs and puppies.

“We’ll bring a few sheep and ducks for the demos, like last year,” he said.

Mr Macphail said they would also talk about the difference in attitudes of kelpies and other dogs.

“We’ll talk about how best to train them.

“How not to go down the road of treat training, instead focusing on off-lead obedience.”

Mr Macphail said kelpies were

Keep an eye out for these kelpies cutting up in the demonstrations at the expo.

work-related dogs, something people sometimes didn’t understand.

“They want to do work, they want obedience,” he said.

“It’s all about focusing on the brain, they’re pretty smart dogs.”

Located on the main oval.

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FARMING & LIVESTOCK When thinking about the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo, the first thing that comes into most people’s minds is animals.

Whether it was acrobatic dogs or a first chance to get close to an alpaca, most visitors to the expo have had a memorable encounter with some special animals.

People looking to make a tree change, start a hobby farm or looking for a retirement project often head along to the expo for inspiration or good quality

information and advice from people who have already been there and done that.

The expo attracts breeders of a wide variety of less common sheep, cattle, goats and poultry, usually ones well-suited to smaller operations.

Even camels, bees and crickets have been part of the expo.

Exhibitors come to raise awareness of the breed they are involved with and are always happy to share their experience and knowledge.

A visit to the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo could be the experience that sets you on the road to your next adventure.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 17

Cute cattle will delight crowds If there is one breed which has benefitted most from the boom in pet cattle, it’s the ginger-coated Scottish Highland.

Since recognition as a registered breed in Australia in 2015, polled and miniature Highland varieties have been established which are selling faster than breeders can raise them.

Mayfield Poll Highland Cattle stud principal Julia Webster plans to bring one polled bull calf and two heifers from her stud to the Seymour expo!—!to the delight of anyone on the hunt for the perfect Instagram picture.

“Interest in them as been amazing at past Seymour expos now that we’ve

bred the horns out,” Ms Webster said.

“They are technically a meat breed but we have a large amount of interest in them for pets.”

Ms Webster said steers normally go to ‘ornamental’ homes while heifers go to breeders.

Scottish Highland cattle are an inquisitive and adaptable breed, which excel as foragers and shed their coats when the heat rises.

Poll Highland Cattle Society stud herds can be found in every part of Australia except the Northern Territory and Western Australia.

Visit Mayfield Poll Highland, site 5 in the Livestock Hub.

Eden Rise Alpacas will bring three alpacas to the expo.

Learn all about alpacas

Up close and personal with alpacas Always a popular attraction at the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo is Avenel Ridge Alpacas.

The stud’s display encompasses the animals and product.

“Part of that is the interaction with people,” stud owner Daniel Boote said.

“We’ll discuss the farming process from husbandry, health care, nutritional needs and to the overall set-up required to care for alpacas,” he said.

“We find that alpacas interacting with visitors plays a big part in helping to explain that.

“It is a hands-on experience, we like to allow people to be up-

Poll Highland cattle will be at the Seymour expo.

Eden Rise Alpacas can teach you about the hands-on side of alpacas.

Stud owner Samantha Schwebach said they would have three alpacas for people to come and see at this year’s Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

Samantha said Eden Rise Alpacas loved coming to the expo to educate people about how alpacas make great companion animals.

“It’s a great opportunity to learn more about alpacas,” she said.

“We’ll educate on how wonderful they are, what they can produce but also how they’re good herd guard and companion animals.”

Patrons can also get their hands on knitted products from the fleeces and fibres of Eden Rise Alpacas, including mittens, beanies and scarves. Plus imported alpaca products from Peru.

Eden Rise Alpacas is based in Glenaroua, Victoria and started about 12 years ago.

The farms has about 60 alpacas. They’re used for fleece and bred as companion animals.

“Their best appeal is for hobby farmers who want handson companions,” Samantha said.

See Eden Rise Alpacas in the Livestock Hub.

and-close with the alpacas.

“It’s a good way to show the normally good temperament of alpacas.”

Avenel Ridge Alpacas was based in Avenel until recently when it relocated to Warrenbayne.

It started about 12 years ago.

Mr Boote said he had a range of alpacas including white and other colours within his stud but wanted to continue improving that.

“Our focus moving forward will be multi-coloured herd and appaloosa fleece.”

Avenel Ridge Alpacas in the Livestock Hub. Alpacas make excellent companion animals.

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All your stock handling needs You’re not really running a farm until you’ve got a crush.

Medicating, inspecting and transporting livestock would all be impossible without a sturdy holding yard and reliable drafting equipment.

At this year’s expo, the Norton Gates stall will showcase cattle crushes, loading ramps, yards, sheep drafters, portable sheep yards and hay feeders.

The business has been manufacturing both ready-made and custom farm gates for 30 years and produces several speciality designs for horses, sheep and cattle “If you own livestock, call in and have a chat with the team,” sales manager Mark Bennett said.

A new standout product at Norton Gates is a head access draft gate for cattle yards.

A head access gate allows unobstructed access to the head of an animal while they are in the crush!—!perfect for ear tagging, worming and for vet work.

Visit site E1.

A cattle crush from Norton Gates.

Small in size, big in value Dexter cattle are a staple on small farms for good reason.

The dual-purpose breed’s stout size means they are fantastically economical and their wider diet makes them perfect weed-whackers.

The Dexter Cattle Promotion Group of Victoria is a small club whose members have spent decades rebuilding the breed after it was declared ‘rare’ in the 1970s.

“They are great as meat, milk and pets,” a group spokesperson said.

“They are really perfect for that alternative-type farmer and people on smaller blocks who want to raise their own food.”

Rather than being a shiny new designer breed, Dexter cattle have been in Australia since the 1890s and enjoyed popularity before the disappearance of the ‘house cow’ decimated the national herd.

Those interested can inspect Dexter cattle at the group’s stall and get more information about breed care and its origins in Ireland where it was highly valued by peasant farmers.

Visit site 7 in the Livestock Hub.

Shearwell Data makes NLISaccredited electronic and/or visual ear tags.

Data pro products for the livestock industry Shearwell Data is working to help the livestock farmer.

The company is one of the leaders in data capture and transfer within the Australian livestock industry and worldwide.

Shearwell Data develops, produces and sells its industry-leading products direct to the livestock farmer, and constantly evolves the business with not only customer needs in mind but the industry as a whole.

At the Seymour expo, talk with the company’s friendly, expert-trained staff about the Shearwell NLIS-accredited electronic and/or visual ear tags (with 99.5 per cent retention rates), tag applicators and the extensive range of timesaving management and identification solutions.

Visit site B17.

Dexter cattle are popular for small farms.

Wool bonanza at Seymour Anyone with a passing interest in wool will be in heaven at Seymour expo’s Sheep Pavilion.

The Strong Wool Breeders Association will be showing several interesting wool sheep breeds, including the historic Romney, large Lincolns, long-woolled English Leicester and long-eared Border Leicesters.

Accompanying the sheep will be their breeders, keen to answer questions and offer up “general sheep advice”, according to association organiser Jason O’Loghlin.

“The Strong Wool Breeders Association is all about the pure-bred, historic wool breeds,” he said.

This year is also a big milestone for Mr O’Loghlin, who will mark a decade showing his Wiltshire Horns at the expo.

“The Wiltshires are more a hobby sheep because they shed their coat and are low maintenance,” he said.

Wool sheep are a rarity on small and hobby farms, which makes these iconic British breeds an even greater spectacle in the pavilion.

Visit the Livestock Hub. Dexter cattle are popular for small farms.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 19

Rare breed makes expo debut Both commercial sheep farmers and hobbyists looking for placid pets should check out the Persian stall.

Rare in Australia but beloved in Africa, the Persian sheep is often mistaken for a goat because of their lack of wool.

Calbrook Persian Stud principal Tim Stapleton said the breed was the ‘Brahman of sheep’ and presented an interesting option for northern lamb producers and those on marginal land.

Persian rams are used overseas as terminal sires to produce heat and drought tolerance for primary producers.

The breed, which helped create the popular Dorper, is also a well-suited pet and won’t hesitate to take down a blackberry bush.

Mr Stapleton said thanks to ancestors being controlled by shepherds, not fences, the gene pool is very docile.

“The flighty ones got eaten by lions, so they don’t stray,” he said.

“This is my first time at the expo and this is a very rare breed in Australia,

Ready to solve problems Town gardeners and farmers alike are invited to the Seymour Equine and Rural stall at this year’s expo.

The local ag store will be showcasing electrical fencing, Rapid Spray products and water tanks.

Branch manager Wayne Rowe said the store wasn’t just focused on farmers and was happy to be approached by any ‘townies’ looking to upgrade their gardens.

“In town the slimline tanks are quite popular,” Mr Rowe said.

He said electric fencing was always a talking point at the expo, as many hobbyists and small acreage

owners aren’t fully aware of how easy-to-use the fencing can be.

“The alternative crowd sometimes don’t know what can be done with the fencing in terms of strip grazing and pest-proofing.”

A selection of Rapid Spray products will also be on display, including backpack units useful for weed spraying on smaller properties.

Rapid Spray also produces firefighting units for utes, offering a layer of defence for those without a nearby CFA unit.

Visit site E3.

Persian sheep will be at the expo for first time. so I’m hoping to build a database of people interested in semen or eggs.”

Mr Stapleton will be bringing three rams to the expo, allowing sheep enthusiasts to get a firsthand look at the unusual fat-tailed breed.

Visit the Livestock Hub. Gallagher electric fencing will be at the Seymour Equine and Rural stall.

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WHAT’S ON This pull-out section includes a comprehensive guide to all the exciting events and an easy-to-read map to help you find all the must-see exhibits at this year’s Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

Please note that the schedule is subject to change

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 21

WHAT’S ON | FRIDAY, APRIL 16 TIME

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LOCATION

9:30 am

Pork Side Break Down: Featuring Local Limestone Pork Carcass & all the different cuts that come from a side of pork

Butcher Shop

9:30 am

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

9:30 am

Cattle Production Basics, Experienced local cattle managers

Farm Lectures

10:00 am

Bunnings Kids Activity Tent

Kids Corner

10:00 am

Legal requirements and farm biosecurity - Dr Kate Rowe – District Vet Officer

Learning Hub

10:10 am

GREAT AUSTRALIAN VANILLA SLICE: House-made Puff Pastry, Vanilla Custard, Fondant Icing

Country Kitchen

10:15 am

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

10:30 am

An overview of owning Alpacas, presented by Danial Boote of Davisalla Farm

Farm Lectures

10:30 am

Hemp Building Demo

T47

10:30am

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Hilltop Horsemanship

Horse Arena

10:50 am

Breaking Down of Side of Lamb: Lamb forequarter breakdown showing different cuts, for different dishes

Butcher Shop

11:00 am

Beloka Kelpie: Working dog Demonstrations

Main Oval

11:00 am

Setting up for Poultry in the backyard or on small acreage. Megg Miller OAM, Australasian Poultry Magazine

Learning Hub

11:30 am

PRETZEL BREAD ROLLS: German Favourite made for an American Classic

Country Kitchen

11:30 am

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

11:30 am

Small Farm Weed Management, Rob Richardson, Agronomist

Farm Lectures

11:30 am

Whip Cracking Demostrations

Rear Oval

Noon

Hemp Growing and Hemp Houses, David Brian, Southern Hemp

Learning Hub

Noon

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

12:10 pm

Break Down of Beef Argie: Come and actually see how many prime steaks comeoff a beef carcass and understand why they are

Butcher Shop

expensive 12:30 pm

Diversification of a small farm business, adapting a sustainable small farm or vineyard, Nina Stocker, Brave Goose Vineyard

Farm Lectures

12:30am

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Hilltop Horsemanship

Horse Arena

12:45 PM

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstrations

Main Oval

12:50 pm

BURGER OFF: Smash – Pulled – Fried; How do you do yours?

Country Kitchen

1:00 pm

Bunnings Kids Activity Tent

Kids Corner

1:00 pm

How can Microbes help your farm & garden – Kevin Beecroft, Biolink 4 Plants

Learning Hub

1.30 PM

Whip Cracking Demostrations

Rear Oval

1.30 PM

Meet the Makers: Original Spirit Co.

Country Kitchen

1:50 pm

Meet the Makers: Cheeky Grog Co

Country Kitchen

1:30 pm

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

1:30 pm

Seven Sheep Essentials, get your sheep off to the best start, Jill Noble & Gary Tie, Hallston Valley Farm

Farm Lectures

2:00 pm

Off Grid Solar Systems & Energy Independence - Aaron Lewtas, Off-Grid Energy Australia

Learning Hub

2:00 pm

Hemp Building Demo

T47

2:10 pm

Preparation of Pork Legs: For prosciutto, ham preparation & pork leg roast

Butcher Shop

2:15 pm

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

2:30 pm

Cattle Reproduction and Calving Management, Dr Andrew Hogan, Veterinary Surgeon and Experienced local cattle managers

Farm Lectures

2:30 pm

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Hilltop Horsemanship

Horse Arena

2:50 pm

MEXICAN GRAZING BOARD: Pulled Pork, Skirt Steak, Chicken Thighs, a Full Mexican Fiesta

Country Kitchen

3:00 pm

Whip Cracking Demostrations

Rear Oval

3:00 pm

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstrations

Main Oval

3:00 pm

Story Time with Farmer Darryl

Kids Corner

All Day

Farmer Darryl's Animal Farmyard

Kids Corner

All Day

Close Encounters with Reptiles

Kids Corner

All Day

Cattle

Cattle Pavillion & Cattle Yards

All Day

Sheep

Sheep Shed

All Day

Poultry

Poultry Shed

All Day

Vintage Model Steam engine display

E 86

All Day

Vintage car Display

Main Oval

All Day

Bendigo Woodworkers

E 50

All Day

Olivia O'Connor Rocking Horse Carving

E 47

All Day

Camel Rides

B 110

ALL DAY

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EB8

Goulburn Valley Ag

B56

8 Smoked Inches

FCL3

CFA

L1

Goulburn-Murray Water

B47

A & A Worm Farm Waste Systems Pty Ltd

T36

Chicken Caravan

B26

Gourmet Spring Rolls/Veg Out Spring Rolls

FCE1

A Country Affair - Vintage Cafe & Bar

C20

Chooktred Australia

B25

Grass Roots Publishing

Aaa Kracht Dist- Water Purifiers

C49

Clarinda Charolais

Cattle 2

Greenpro

B65

Adjusta Mattress

B41;B42

Clark Equipment

L71

Groovy Greys

Craft Pavilion

Advanced Therapy Massagers

EB24

Clark Tanks

L54

Gunyado Stud

Afk Sports Clinic / Happy Feet / Orthotic Works

EB43

Clipex Australia

B5

Livestock Hub Sheep

Coffee A La Cart

C50

Haeuslers Shepparton

L67;L68

Agriculture Victoria

EB45

Cohuna Sports Store

C3

Hardwood Archaeology

B72

Agriline Australia

E29;E30

Colleen's Crafts

Craft Pavilion

Hardwood Mills/Norwood Sawmills Australia

E45

Colombo Soft Serve

E13

Harman Australian Whites

Livestock Hub Sheep

Complete Gutter Solutions

EB56

Healy Group

T58;T59

Cooinda Benalla Aged Care Services

EB37

Henna Art

L32

Corry Marketing/2WP

C14

Heritage Water Tanks

B66

Country & Vintage Babes

Craft Pavilion

Hi Water Concrete Tanks P/L

C47 & C48

Country Solar Systems Victoria

C4

HiPower Flashlights

B81;B80

CPR Gutter Protection

EB27

Homestar Promotions

C6

Crunchy Seeds

C21

Horsley Wholesale

L4

Crystal Clear Glasses

B83

Hose Factory

L65

CV Sheds Pty Ltd

L70

Hunt Heating

C30

Danish Bake & Smoke House

FCE3

AJ’s Eventuate

FCL1

All Sheds

B33

Alpine Motorcycles

E5

Alpine Sharpener

B85

Alternative Growing Solutions P/L

E22

ANFF Discount Nursery

T26;T27

Anu Tools

B79

Aroma Joy

B82

Assumption College Kilmore

EB15

Ausbuilt Rural Pry Ltd

B18

Aussie Bush Hats

E11 Livestock Hub – Sheep

Ice Indulgence

FCB3

Ausrom Romney Sheep

Dean & McCabe Windmills and Solar Pumps

B59

IGE Jerryp

C10

L5

Dexter Cattle Promotion Group of Victoria

Cattle 7

Integral Training

B6

Discount LED Camping and Accessories

B77

International Promotions

B86

DJ Socks

L57

Jalaway Belted Galloway Beef

Cattle 9

Donway Caravans

L12;L13

Jewel Equestrian

L25

Dr Drums Furniture

E41;E42

Joe’s Jetty

FCL4

Dreamy Linens & Gifts

Craft Pavilion

John Sanderson Machinery Pty Ltd

B10;B11

Eastern Hill Cricket Club

C34

John Sparks Steam Engines

E86

Edd's Moveable Chook Sheds

Livestock Hub

Joker Knife Store

EB47

Eden Rise Alpacas

B1

Kaminus Pty Ltd

L16;L17

Emo's Leather Goods

C41

Karas Accessories

L30

Energy Safe Victoria

L22

Katies Patchwork Packs

Craft Pavilion

Enjoy Benalla

C38

Kensal Estate Wines

EB38

Envisage Furniture

E19;E20

Khouri Workwear

T37

Esdale Lincoln Stud

Livestock Hub Sheep

Kibworth Kids

Craft Pavilion

Kingspan Rhino Water Tanks

T60 & T61

Kristy's Creative Keepsakes

Craft Pavilion

Kustom Kegs Wine Barrel Furniture

E10

Aussie Feeders Australian Deer Association - The Deer People

T38

Australian Lowline Cattle Association

Cattle 8

Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC)

E37

Australian Tea House

L39

Avenel Ridge Alpacas

Livestock Hub

Balmattum Australian White Sheep Stud

Cattle 10

Balytyckle Miniature Galloways

Cattle 6

Bamboo Creations Nursery

C27;C28;C29

Barrel Brothers Furniture

B60

Bauer Australia

B16

Beavo's Honey

C45

Bendigo Country Clothing

E2

Bendigo Woodturners Inc

E50

Better Living Australia

EB39;EB39

Exotic Filled Candy

L24

Bettergrip Tools

C39

Farmer Little

L7

Bio Natural Solutions

B78

Fat Rat Trading

T39

Biolink 4 Plants Pty Ltd

E18

Formplex Weather Boards

E28

Laradell Stud

Livestock Hub Sheep

Bioweed

EB54

Four Seasons Gutter Protection

EB31

Lavender Passion

Craft Pavilion

Blue Rock Romsey

Livestock Hub Sheep

Fryair Touch

EB14

Funky Trail

E39

Ld. Ia. Me & CW Stevenson 'Fairview'

Livestock Hub Sheep

Gaffy’s Hay Sales

B37

Led Light Co

C40

Genuine Pet Products

L27;L28;L29

Leicht’s C.I.A

E43

T9

Letzgetwired

C42

Brazzen - Yarra Valley

B51;B55

Bucketbarrow

L20;L21

Bullmax

B32

Bunyip Saddlery

B76

Glamxperience - Providing A Second Income for Farmers Since 2009

Little Goody New Shoes

Craft Pavilion

L78;L77;L76

Glass Art Fusion

B84

Living Life Teardrops

L73

Bushwares

Craft Pavilion

Glenda’s Machine Knits

Craft Pavilion

Lizard Moleskin Jeans

E36

Buttonsnmore

Craft Pavilion

Glenwaters Native Fish

C53

Love Your Travels

C19B

C & M Chapman

Livestock Hub Sheep

GMV Fruit Fly Project

EB44

Lucas Mill - Portable Sawmills

E16 & E17

Goldfields Revegetation Native Nursery

L23

Lynmac Metal Art

B39;B40

Calbrook Persians

Livestock Hub Sheep

GOTAFE

EB52

Mansfield Tools

C22;C23

Bushmans Water Tanks

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 25

SITE NUMBER !NOTES

EXIT ONLY

Whipcracking 'come & try' sessions and Demonstrations s y) (Championships Saturday Only

14

12

35 35

32

35

27

B59 B55 B5

8 31

35

FCB4

FCB5

B68

FCB6

59

47 48

52

43

B76

57

EXHIBITOR GATE VEHICLE ENTRY

L9

General Exhibition Building

45

54

2

L12

55

50

46

L38

try er un tch L37 Co /Bu n p e ch Sho Kit

63

Emergency Exit

GENERAL EXHIBITION BUILDING

L32

L25

L31

L26

L33

L34 L35

L23

L18

L27

L36

L24

Learning Hub

L29

FCL6

C49

E19

C14

C48

E20

C47

E21

GATE 4 EXIT / ENTRY

L61

L62

C45

ALL4FMX Quad Bike Demos

C21

C22 C39 C24

L68

C25 C26

L71

T1

L73

T3

C35 C28

T13

T24

C29

C30

C31

C32A C32C C33 C32B

T15

T7

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Playground

L78

T9

T39

...............

.............................................

T47 Hemp Feature

Kids Corner

3 T5

T20

E46

E42

E38

E47

T40

4 T5

0 T6

...............

.............................................

E48

1 T6

E50

Reptile Display

T74

T21 T11

T22

T12

T23

BUNNINGS

...............

.............................................

T T46

...............

.............................................

...............

.............................................

Kids Amusements

T72 T73

ATMs T62 T63

Toilets and baby change

...............

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GATE 1 ENTRY/ EXIT

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.............................................

...............

.............................................

E45

E41

E37

T41

E44

E39

E36

T42

Emergency Exit E43

E40

E35

T38

T32

T19

Food Court E FCE7 FCE6 FCE5 E33 FCE4 FCE3

C38

T37

T28 T29 T30 T31

T25

T17 L77

FCE2

T64

T65

T66

T67

TALLAROOK STREET

T68

8 T5

9 T5

GATE 2 EXIT ONLY

EDWARD STREET

LESLEY STREET

Learning sessions

...............

E32

E25

E34 T36

T2 26 T27

C36

C37

C34

Farmer Darryl’s Anim mal Farm

L76

L79

Gates

C27

T14

Sustainability & Innovation

First Aid *Map subject to change

T2

L75

Food & Drink

.............................................

C40 C23

Farming & Livestock

E31 E24

FCE1

C41

C20

L74

...............

E30

C44

C42

L63

Family Fun & Entertainment

E23

C43

C19B

L56

KEY

E27

C19A

L66

L70

.............................................

E28 E29

Working Dog Demos

L67 L60

...............

E26

E22

C46

L65

Agc Pty om Ltd

.............................................

E17

C13

C18

L54

...............

E18

C17

L57 L51 L52 L53

E14

C50

FCLE

FCL7

.............................................

E16

C51

L64

FCL4

C52

C16

FCL5

FCL3

E13

C53

Flipping Disc Dogz Merchandise

FCL2 Food Court L

E12

C54

C10

E15

E11

C15

L30

...............

E10

E9

E9A

E3

C11

L28

FCL1

E5

C12

L19

.............................................

E8

ATM

Flipping Disc Dogz

TM A

AllAll AbAbilities ilities PaParking rking

61

L42

E1 E2

C8

L22

B89

E4

Classic Car Display

C9

L21

L16

B88

B79

C7

L20

L17 L41 L40 L39

C3

C6

L11

AFL GV Kids Activities

C2

B41

C5

L14

L13

1

C55

B43 B42

C4

L15

56

B44

B87

A co G So un ci try ety ca fe

B110

B85 B86

Model Steam Egines

d an St

49

L10

B46 B45

B34

L8

ENT TRY ON NLY

B83

B78

E86

B53

B47

B35

B33

...............

B84

d an Gr

53

25

L7

B53

B82

B77

Craft Pavilion

B40 B39 B38

B20

L3 L5

Baby Change Facilities

B37

B26

.............................................

B81

B18

B25

44 3

58

L1

Poult ry Pa vilion

51

23

L4

ENTRY ONLY

22

B74 B75

B48

B32

B9

B73

B80

B10

...............

PATRON EXIT

B49

B11

.............................................

B69

B17

L2

B66

B50

B15

Farm Lectures

B65

B72

B16

B14

5

26

F FCB3

B63

B61

B71

(C

30

19

24

B51

ck Alp to eep, s ve , Sh Li attle

Food Court B

FCB2

b ) Huacas

29

B60

FCB1

B56

6.6

17

33

B58

HRV HERO

B1

HRV Hero Equestrians Demos

B57

B6

B2

GATE 3 ENTRY ONLY

15

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SITE NUMBER !NOTES

EXIT ONLY

Whipcracking 'come & try' sessions and Demonstrations s y) (Championships Saturday Only

14

12

35 35

32

35

27

B59 B55 B5

8 31

35

FCB4

FCB5

B68

FCB6

59

47 48

52

43

B76

57

EXHIBITOR GATE VEHICLE ENTRY

L9

General Exhibition Building

45

54

2

L12

55

50

46

L38

try er un tch L37 Co /Bu n p e ch Sho Kit

63

Emergency Exit

GENERAL EXHIBITION BUILDING

L32

L25

L31

L26

L33

L34 L35

L23

L18

L27

L36

L24

Learning Hub

L29

FCL6

C49

E19

C14

C48

E20

C47

E21

GATE 4 EXIT / ENTRY

L61

L62

C45

ALL4FMX Quad Bike Demos

C21

C22 C39 C24

L68

C25 C26

L71

T1

L73

T3

C35 C28

T13

T24

C29

C30

C31

C32A C32C C33 C32B

T15

T7

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Playground

L78

T9

T39

...............

.............................................

T47 Hemp Feature

Kids Corner

3 T5

T20

E46

E42

E38

E47

T40

4 T5

0 T6

...............

.............................................

E48

1 T6

E50

Reptile Display

T74

T21 T11

T22

T12

T23

BUNNINGS

...............

.............................................

T T46

...............

.............................................

...............

.............................................

Kids Amusements

T72 T73

ATMs T62 T63

Toilets and baby change

...............

.............................................

GATE 1 ENTRY/ EXIT

...............

.............................................

...............

.............................................

E45

E41

E37

T41

E44

E39

E36

T42

Emergency Exit E43

E40

E35

T38

T32

T19

Food Court E FCE7 FCE6 FCE5 E33 FCE4 FCE3

C38

T37

T28 T29 T30 T31

T25

T17 L77

FCE2

T64

T65

T66

T67

TALLAROOK STREET

T68

8 T5

9 T5

GATE 2 EXIT ONLY

EDWARD STREET

LESLEY STREET

Learning sessions

...............

E32

E25

E34 T36

T2 26 T27

C36

C37

C34

Farmer Darryl’s Anim mal Farm

L76

L79

Gates

C27

T14

Sustainability & Innovation

First Aid *Map subject to change

T2

L75

Food & Drink

.............................................

C40 C23

Farming & Livestock

E31 E24

FCE1

C41

C20

L74

...............

E30

C44

C42

L63

Family Fun & Entertainment

E23

C43

C19B

L56

KEY

E27

C19A

L66

L70

.............................................

E28 E29

Working Dog Demos

L67 L60

...............

E26

E22

C46

L65

Agc Pty om Ltd

.............................................

E17

C13

C18

L54

...............

E18

C17

L57 L51 L52 L53

E14

C50

FCLE

FCL7

.............................................

E16

C51

L64

FCL4

C52

C16

FCL5

FCL3

E13

C53

Flipping Disc Dogz Merchandise

FCL2 Food Court L

E12

C54

C10

E15

E11

C15

L30

...............

E10

E9

E9A

E3

C11

L28

FCL1

E5

C12

L19

.............................................

E8

ATM

Flipping Disc Dogz

TM A

AllAll AbAbilities ilities PaParking rking

61

L42

E1 E2

C8

L22

B89

E4

Classic Car Display

C9

L21

L16

B88

B79

C7

L20

L17 L41 L40 L39

C3

C6

L11

AFL GV Kids Activities

C2

B41

C5

L14

L13

1

C55

B43 B42

C4

L15

56

B44

B87

A co G So un ci try ety ca fe

B110

B85 B86

Model Steam Egines

d an St

49

L10

B46 B45

B34

L8

ENT TRY ON NLY

B83

B78

E86

B53

B47

B35

B33

...............

B84

d an Gr

53

25

L7

B53

B82

B77

Craft Pavilion

B40 B39 B38

B20

L3 L5

Baby Change Facilities

B37

B26

.............................................

B81

B18

B25

44 3

58

L1

Poult ry Pa vilion

51

23

L4

ENTRY ONLY

22

B74 B75

B48

B32

B9

B73

B80

B10

...............

PATRON EXIT

B49

B11

.............................................

B69

B17

L2

B66

B50

B15

Farm Lectures

B65

B72

B16

B14

5

26

F FCB3

B63

B61

B71

(C

30

19

24

B51

ck Alp to eep, s ve , Sh Li attle

Food Court B

FCB2

b ) Huacas

29

B60

FCB1

B56

6.6

17

33

B58

HRV HERO

B1

HRV Hero Equestrians Demos

B57

B6

B2

GATE 3 ENTRY ONLY

15

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EXPO SITE LISTINGS

Company

Matyck

B88

Puredrop Desalination

L26

Mawson’s Concrete & Quarries

EB17;

Rail Projects Victoria

E38

Mayfield Poll Highland Cattle

Cattle 5

Rainchaser Water Tanks Pty Ltd

L3

McKeeco General Engineering P/L

E21

Rasling Raw

EB51

Melbourne Tractors

B50;B49

Rawleigh's Healthcare

C18

Metalstation Farming Products Pty Ltd

B20

Red Gum Farm Rustic Furniture

B69

Milano Glass Jewellery

Craft Pavilion

Red Lane Cafe

FCB5

Mitchell Shire Council

C26

Red River Stockyards

T64-T68

Moira Shire Council

T28

Riversdale Irises

C15

Moobaacluck Gourmet Burger Bar

FCB4

Rob The Tool Man

B44;B45

Morris Outside P/L

EB3

Rosenow Industries Pty Ltd

C12

Mr Bratwurst = German Gourmet Sausages

FCE2

Rural Tanks and Garden Beds

E34

Mr Pure Water/Pure Hide

C11

Salami Shack

EB30

Munro Engineers

B48

Scream-Free Brushes By Ugly Swan

EB12

Murray's Water Boring

B61

Seaview Highlands

Cattle 6

Muskdale

Livestock Hub Sheep

Seymour Equine & Rural

E3

Seymour Mowers & Motorbikes

T25;T24

Seymour Rural Equipment Pty Ltd

B57

My Slice of Life

L38

Nanna’s Kitchen

L33

NBN Co Ltd

L66

Ned Kelly Red

L31

Neil Beer Seymour

L74;L75

Network Seeder

B63

Newstyle Direct P/L

C16;C24;C37

North East Ag

B68

Norton Livestock Handling Solutions

E1

Nupool

L64

Nutrisoil Liquid Fertiliser

E25

Seymour Toyota

T15;T17;T19;T3;T7

Seymour Tyrepower

T1;T2

Shannon’s Insurance

C55

Sharpen-All

C13

Sharyn Greed

Craft Pavilion

Shearasun Brewing Co

FCB6

Shearwell Australia

B17

Shedfast

E46

Shepparton Cf Moto

T13 & T14

Shepparton Mowers & Leisure Pty Ltd

T11;T12;T22;T23

Shooters, Fishers & Farmers Party Victoria

T40

Site

Tintern Grammar

Livestock Hub Sheep

Thin Lizzy

EB33

The Fudge Factory

C48

The Great Western BBQ Shack

FCB1

The Meat Room

L37

The Nationals

B89

The Ultimate Hayfeeder

B71

Three Beans Coffee & Catering

FCB2

Thunderbird Ag

B15

Timboon Fine Ice cream

FCL6

Tree Project

C32C

Tri Nature

EB5

Turkish Gozleme

FCE6

TurmeriX Victoria

EB61

Tv Shop

C51

Twist Potato Mooroopna

FCE8

Ultramatic

EB63;EB63

United Solar Energy

L42

Vintek Drill-Bit Sharpener

C33

Vision Mart Eyewear

C52

Vitec Organics

B38

VSTWP

EB50

WHIPPD

FCE5

Wanamara Farm

Cattle 1

Wareauto

B73

Warratina Lavender Farm

EB26

Wastenot Stockfeeders

B14

Waterstore Poly Tanks

L60;L61;L62;L63

Weedwakka

C17

Cattle 4

Wendy Watson Independant Kaszazz Consultant

Craft Pavilion

Sleeptime

T42

Western Ag Supplies

B34

Smartvac Containers

Craft Pavilion

Whirly Windmills

C32A

L51;L52;L53

Smith & Sons Renovations and Extensions

C31

Wild Life Brewing Pty Ltd

L40

Opa Greek Street Food

FCL7

Snake Safe Victoria

C19A

Wildart

Craft Pavilion

Original Spirit Co.

L41

Snedden's Fencing Products

E33

Willemswoodwork

E48

Ozatts

E15

Snowgum Distillery

C7

Paal Kit Homes

E23

Solahart Eastern Ranges

E24

Willow Drive South Suffolk Stud

Livestock Hub Sheep

Pachinko Hats

L15

Solid GPS

EB46

Willow Way Imaginary Story Sets

Craft Pavilion

Painpod Pain Relief

L34

Southern Hemp

T47

WOLL Cookware

EB35

Paintings And Pots

Craft Pavilion

Southern Skin Cancer Clinic

C2

Worm Hit Pty Ltd

B46

Paramao International

EB55

Splash&Ko And Divine Drops

Craft Pavilion

Yarralea Limousin Cattle

Cattle 3

Para-Park Cooperative Game Reserve

T38

Steelcorp Building Systems

E27

Yourscarfs.com

C5

Pat Kearins - "Hats At Pats"

T31 & T32;T30

Step Forward Orthotics

EB29

Paul Boag's Outdoors

T38

Strike Force Generators

T29

Pauline Hanson’s One Nation

C8

Penfold Home Improvements

C35

Strong Wool Breeders

Livestock Hub Sheep

Peter Hodge Camel Hire

B110

Sunflower Solar

T41

Pioneer Water Tanks

E14

Super Tools Australia – St Mary’s

T50;T51

Plastic Forests

EB48

Superior Boilers

E31

Polyfect Pipe Sales

B35

Swish Yarns

Craft Pavilion

Power Hound Attachments

C43 & C44

Tania Maxwell MP

C32B

Prickly Moses

FCE4

Tara & Co

L13

Pure Indulgence

L19

Telstra

E4

O.P.S Country Tanks

E44

OKE Spas & Outdoors

T53 & T54

Signs Stickers & Graphics

C36

Olivia O'Connor Rocking Horses & Woodcarving

E47

Silvan Park Belted Galloways

O'Loghlin Wiltshire Horn

Livestock Hub Sheep

On the Go Safety

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WHAT’S ON | SATURDAY, APRIL 17 TIME

DETAILS

LOCATION

9:30 am

Beef Butt Breakdown: Showing what a butt of beef is, where it comes from and how to use

Butcher Shop

9:30 am

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

9:30 am

Cattle Production Basics, Experienced local cattle managers

Farm Lectures

10:00 am

Bunnings Kids Activity Tent

Kids Corner

10:00 am

Training Working Dogs, Paul Macphail, Beloka Kelpies

Learning Hub

10:10 am

CHOCOLATE LAYERED CAKE: Most Amazing Chocolate Cake

Country Kitchen

10:15 am

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

10:30 am

Sheep Secrets, Jill Noble and Gary Tie, Hallston Valley Farm

Farm Lectures

10:30 am

Hemp Building Demo

T47

10:30 am

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Cobe Lodge Limited

Horse Arena

10:50 am

Pork Shoulder Breakdown: Showing different cuts & the vestiary of pork shoulder - Featuring Matt from Limestone Pork

Butcher Shop

11:00 am

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstration

Main Oval

11:00 am

Goat matters, Dr Berwyn Squire – Goat Health Vet Officer, Agriculture Victoria

Learning Hub

11:30 am

GREAT AUSSIE PIE: A Four ’n’ Twenty tale but not your average Four ‘n’ Twenty pie

Country Kitchen

11:30 am

Poll Highland Cattle; the alternative with no horns, Julia Webster, Poll Highland Cattle Society

Farm Lectures

11:30 am

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

Noon

Hemp Growing and Hemp Houses, David Brian, Southern Hemp

Learning Hub

Noon

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

12:10 pm

Break Down of a Beef Forequarter: Demonstrating all the cuts that come off a beef forequarter - Featuring Scott Mckay from Habbies Howe

Butcher Shop

12:30 pm

Owning Livestock, your rights, responsibilities and on-farm biosecurity, Agriculture Victoria

Farm Lectures

12:30 pm

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Cobe Lodge Limited

Horse Arena

12:45 PM

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstration

Main Oval

12:50 pm

KIDS COOKING with CHEF LILA: Lila’s Egg-cellent Adventure

Country Kitchen

1:00 pm

Bunnings Kids Activity Tent

Kids Corner

1:00 pm

Backyard Beekeeping, Gary Beavis, Beavo's Honey

Learning Hub

1.30 PM

Meet the Makers: Shearasun Brewing

Country Kitchen

1:50 pm

Meet the Makers: Wildlife Brewing

Country Kitchen

1:30 pm

Pastures for Profit, Rob Richardson, Agronomist

Farm Lectures

1:30 pm

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

2:00 pm

Home and farm energy efficiency pratical knowledge - United Solar Energy

Learning Hub

2:00 pm

Hemp Building Demo

T47

2:10 pm

Preparation of Pork Loin: Pork loin breakdown showing all the different uses, cuts and preparation for an Italian Porchetta

Butcher Shop

2:15 pm

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

2:30 pm

Cattle Reproduction and Calving Management, Dr Andrew Hogan Veterinary Surgeon and Experienced local cattle managers

Farm Lectures

2:30 pm

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Cobe Lodge Limited

Horse Arena

2:50 pm

CARRY ON LIKE A PORK CHOP: Double Cut Smoked Pork Chop

Country Kitchen

3:00 pm

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstration

Main Oval

3:00 pm

How can Microbes help your farm & garden – Kevin Beecroft, Biolink 4 Plants

Learning Hub

3:00 pm

Story Time with Farmer Darryl

Kids Corner

All Day

AWPA Victorian Whipcracking Championships

Back Oval

All Day

Farmer Darryl's Animal Farmyard

Kids Corner

All Day

Close Encounters with Reptiles

Kids Corner

All Day

Cattle

Cattle Pavillion & Cattle Yards

All Day

Sheep

Sheep Shed

All Day

Poultry

Poultry Shed

All Day

Vintage Model Steam engine display

E 86

All Day

Vintage car Display

Main Oval

All Day

Bendigo Woodworkers

E 50

All Day

Olivia O'Connor Rocking Horse Carving

E 47

All Day

Camel Rides

B 110

ALL DAY

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WHAT’S ON | SUNDAY, APRIL 18 TIME

DETAILS

LOCATION

9:30 am

Preparation of Beef Brisket &Beef Flank: Showing How Secondary Cuts of Beef can be Amazing Good!

Butcher Shop

9:30 am

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

9:30 am

Cattle Production Basics, Experienced local cattle managers

Farm Lectures

10:00 am

Bunnings Kids Activity Tent

Kids Corner

10:00 am

How can Microbes help your farm & garden – Kevin Beecroft, Biolink 4 Plants

Learning Hub

10:10 am

FARM-HOUSE ORCHID PIE: Seasonal Fruit Free Form Pie

Country Kitchen

10:15 am

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

10:30 am

An introduction to Boer Goats, Dean Smith, Boer Goat Breeders Association of Australia

Farm Lectures

10:30 am

Hemp Building Demo

T47

10:30 am

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Steve Cox and millionaire pacer Arden Rooney

Horse Arena

10:50 am

Venison Showcase: Showing the preparation of Venison (Deer), field dressing & the different cuts - Featuring deer hunter Paul Boag

Butcher Shop

11:00 am

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstrations

Main Oval

11:00 am

Setting up for Poultry in the backyard or on small acreage. Megg Miller OAM, Australasian Poultry Magazine

Learning Hub

11:30 am

Whip Cracking Demostrations

Rear Oval

11:30 am

VENISON: One-Pan Wonder Venison Steak & Mushroom - Chicken Fried Venison & Waffle

Country Kitchen

11:30 pm

Five business skills for farming success, Jill Noble and Gary Tie, Hallston Valley Farm

Farm Lectures

11:30 am

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

Noon

Backyard Beekeeping, Gary Beavis, Beavo's Honey

Learning Hub

Noon

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

12:10 am

Pork Shoulder Breakdown: Showing different cuts and their usein different dishes. Includes salami & sausage making with James Mele From TheMeatroom

Butcher Shop

12:30 pm

Before buying a hobby or small farm, things to consider before making the lifestyle choice, Yvonne Summer, Summer View Farm

Farm Lectures

12:30 pm

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Steve Cox and millionaire pacer Arden Rooney

Horse Arena

12:45 PM

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstrations

Main Oval

12:50 pm

HOME-MADE CIABATTA: Lamb Steak Sandwich, Beetroot Relish

Country Kitchen

1:00 pm

Bunnings Kids Activity Tent

Kids Corner

1:00 pm

Hemp Growing and Hemp Houses, David Brian, Southern Hemp

Learning Hub

1.30 PM

Whip Cracking Demostrations

Rear Oval

1.30 PM

Meet the Makers: Prickly Moses

Country Kitchen

1:50 pm

Meet the Makers: Shearersun Brewery

Country Kitchen

1:30 pm

Further information for Boer goat producers, Dean Smith, Boer Goat Breeders Association of Australia

Farm Lectures

1:30 pm

Flipping Disc Dogz

Main Oval

2:00 pm

Off Grid Solar Systems & Energy Independence - Aaron Lewtas, Off-Grid Energy Australia

Learning Hub

2:00 pm

Hemp Building Demo

T47

2:10 pm

Lamb Hindquarter: Preparation of lamb loin and leg and the different cuts that come from a hindquarter of Lamb

Butcher Shop

2:15 pm

All4FMX Motorcross Demonstration

Main Oval

2:30 am

An overview of owning Alpacas, Daniuel Boote, Davidalla Alpacas

Farm Lectures

2:30 am

Horsemanship Demonstrations: HRV Hero Program presented by Steve Cox and millionaire pacer Arden Rooney

Horse Arena

2:50 pm

VENISON PIE: Rich Venison Ragout, Short Crust Base, Flaky Buttery Puff Top

Country Kitchen

3:00 pm

Whip Cracking Demostrations

Rear Oval

3:00 pm

Beloka Kelpies: Working dog demonstrations

Main Oval

3:00 pm

Story Time with Farmer Darryl

Kids Corner

All Day

Farmer Darryl's Animal Farmyard

Kids Corner

All Day

Close Encounters with Reptiles

Kids Corner

All Day

Cattle

Cattle Pavillion & Cattle Yards

All Day

Sheep

Sheep Shed

All Day

Poultry

Poultry Shed

All Day

Vintage Model Steam engine display

E 86

All Day

Vintage car Display

Main Oval

All Day

Bendigo Woodworkers

E 50

All Day

Olivia O'Connor Rocking Horse Carving

E 47

All Day

Camel Rides

B 110

ALL DAY

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SUSTAINABILITY & INNOVATION Innovation. It’s a buzzword that some love to hate.

But at its heart, innovation is really all about turning an idea into a solution.

It’s Tree Project, which gets urban and rural communities working together to put trees back on the land.

It’s Aussie Feeders, a family-owned and operated business, that designs and builds agricultural products with the Australian farmer and weather conditions in mind.

It’s BioLink4Plants, that produces natural plant fertilisers and soil stimulants for sustainable plant growth for farmers and home gardeners.

What these businesses have in common isn’t just consumer smarts and a sharp eye for opportunity.

It’s the attitude that there is always a new way to look at things.

Armed with that and a resolute desire to succeed, they are among a number of businesses at Seymour Alternative Farming Expo using their creativity to remain relevant and sustainable.

So go on, get inspired. You never know what you’ll find, who you’ll meet or what you’ll walk away with.

You might even come home with an idea of your own.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 33

Chook feeder ticks all the boxes If you’re searching for the perfect way to feed your feathered friends, Chooktred is the answer.

Treadle feeders have been around for ages but are often made of wood, lack sturdiness and can injure your birds!—!but there’s nothing ‘fowl’ about a Chooktred, built with only the best results in mind.

The feeder comes fully assembled, with its anti-flick grill minimising waste.

With many customer testimonials raving Chooktred has changed their lives, this is a brilliant contraption!—!and nothing speaks to customer satisfaction quite like a boom in business.

“It’s been triple the business, everyone’s buying them, people are buying multiple units,” Chooktred’s Peter Graham said.

“One store was moving 10 a week, now they’re up to 20!—!it’s going crazy.”

Cheaper, cleaner, simpler and more robust, the Chooktred is designed for birds weighing more than 1!kg but can be easily adjusted to suit those lighter than that.

It will feed 15 chickens for about 10 days, and is able to hold 14!kg of feed.

Visit site B25.

Come along and catch up with the Chooktred team.

Leading the way with solar pumps

Dean and McCabe Windmills and Solar Pumps will be at the Seymour expo.

Evolving with the times is fundamental in business, and that’s exactly what you’ll see at Dean and McCabe Windmills and Solar Pumps.

While the business blazed a trail with its windmills, it now manufactures the next big sustainable alternative!—!solar pumps.

Designed to tame the brutal conditions so familiar in Australia, Dean and McCabe pumps and controllers are highly reliable and durable, all without breaking the bank.

At the Seymour expo, the business will showcase mobile solar pump units that were developed to answer customer calls for them to be towable.

“Pumps are now the easier option!—!a lot of people are moving away from windmills,” manager Kelvin Foote said.

“You can tow them on the road, tow it to your bore, put it down the hole and off you go.”

Visit site B59.

Thinking outside the square When you think of construction materials to put aside when you build a home, you think of timber, brick, mortar, concrete for the slab and tiles or metal for the roof.

You normally don’t think of hemp, but David Brian from Southern Hemp in Moama wants to put it on the map as a construction material.

He’ll be bringing the crop, which is normally associated with hippies instead of construction, to the Seymour expo to show off its properties as a building material!—!when mixed with lime it becomes an alternative to use to construct walls.

“A lot of people who see it are quite excited and see the sustainable benefits of it,” David said.

“It’s sustainable and it has the highest fire safety rating you can get.”

Hemp and lime construction is also mould and

pest free and has high insulation benefits, with up to 80 per cent less energy costs for heating.

David will build a hemp-insulated wall at the expo, with two demonstrations a day at 10.30!am and 2!pm.

Last year he constructed a dog kennel made with hemp, but this year was looking to exhibit how well it could be used in a home.

“It uses a timber frame to build a solid hemp wall and it’s the whole wall, it just needs some rendering when it’s done.”

David said he would also be giving advice to farmers keen to grow hemp.

“There are a number of properties growing it around Victoria, some are still in the trial phase.

“It’s not easy to establish as it’s a delicate juvenile plant but once it gets going it’s robust.”

Visit site T47.

Southern Hemp’s David Brian will be showing off versatile hemp walls. Made from the shredded woody core of the hemp crop, hemp walls provide high thermal insulation and are fire, termite, mould and pest resistant.

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Old plastics get a new life While you can easily describe Plastic Forests’ high quality plastic products as ground-breaking, their ingenious production model is more about saving the earth on which we stand.

Their recycled products, which include fence posts and garden stakes, are made from soft plastic waste and don’t rust, rot or crack, all while remaining at a financially-effective price-point.

Soft plastic that is to be dumped in landfill is turned into upcycled products that can spice up your farm, all while helping solve the environmental problems facing the globe.

“We’re the only people that do it in Australia, the only ones with a farm focus in relation to supply,” managing director David Hodge said.

“It’s the first post in the world made with soft plastics.”

David said sustainability"—"both of his products and of the environment"—"separated Plastic Forests from the competition.

“It’s a highly competitive industry, you turn up to places with a plastic fence post and people think ‘I could just get a $2 version of this’"—"but how long is that one going to last for?” he said.

“We love what we do, we’re very passionate and very engaged and we work well with farmers.”

David said a number of new products would be displayed at the Seymour expo.

Visit site EB48.

Sunflower Solar sales executive David Moeliker said the panels could chop as much as 60 per cent off power bills for large irrigators and producers.

Solar panels mimic sunflowers Sunflowers are best known!—!along with their bright yellow petals!—!for following the sun, and Sunflower Solar is bringing that technology to energy production.

They’ll have a display at the Seymour expo giving punters a small taste of their large-scale operations, which have been rolling out across northern Victoria and southern NSW. The large-scale solar panel array tracks and follows the sun from sunrise to sunset using two axes instead of one!—!giving far more power than static panels or systems which have just one axis.

The display will feature a small solar panel that will track the sun during the day, and David Moeliker said he would be giving the sales pitch to irrigators, dairy farmers and more as to how much they could save with increasing power production.

Visit site E8.

Plastics get a new lease on life as fence posts.

Sweet smell of lavender success It is one of the most versatile plants known to humankind"—"the humble sprig of lavender.

Tucked away in the Yarra Valley is a boutique 6"ha farm aspiring to get the best out of the delightful vegetation in whatever way possible.

Warratina Lavender Farm believes the plant can be used in quite literally any way, so whether it’s body care, a household item or even gourmet food, get ready to experience it at the Seymour expo.

Think hand lotion, essential oil, soap or the ever-popular massage oil, or perhaps a tea,

jam, marmalade or lolly"—"Warratina has got the lot.

“We’ve got a few new products and we’re transitioning our products to a more modern style, so we’ll be able to have those on display,” executive director Annemarie Manders said.

Those new products include an arthritis and muscle rub, along with a lavender lip balm.

Annemarie said the business had recently changed format to allow for maximum time nurturing the lavender"—"“doing what I love doing”.

Visit site EB26.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 35

Get connected to your farm A better view of your farm is here.

Gallagher cloud-connected solutions can help improve your on-farm productivity by communicating valuable information about electric fence performance and individual animal data directly to your smartphone.

Designed to save you time and money on-farm, Gallagher’s new smartphone apps and app-connected i Series Energizers provide peace of mind that stock are where they should be and pest animals are excluded from pastures, through the use of the Ag Devices App. See information about fence performance, be alerted of fence faults and turn the fence on and off"—"all in the palm of your hand.

Meanwhile, the Animal Performance App completes the Gallagher Weighing and EID ecosystem, providing you with meaningful animal performance insights and allowing access to animal data stored on the cloud-based software from in the yards using Weighing and EID hardware, anywhere on-or-off farm using a smartphone or in the office on a computer.

It is easier than ever before to stay compliant with our national traceability scheme, with built-in NLIS integrations.

Speak with the team at the Seymour expo about how you can improve your on-farm productivity with an app-connected Gallagher Energizer, Weigh Scale or EID Tag Reader.

Plus, enter your details to go in the draw to win your choice of a Gallagher M12,000i Energizer or TWR-5 Weigh Scale, Data Collector and EID Tag Reader.

Can’t make it to the expo? Your local Gallagher territory manager is Justin Brown; speak to him on 0425 718 480 to arrange an on-farm or over the phone consultation for support and advice.

Justin is here to help you throughout your journey with Gallagher"—"from initial planning through to product set-up and after-sales support.

Visit Gallagher on site E3 with Seymour and Nagambie Equine and Rural at Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

Gallagher’s cloud-based apps offer a closer look on-farm.

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FOOD & DRINK The Seymour Alternative Farming Expo is a foodie’s delight.

With an action-packed schedule of demonstrations over the three days, there’s no escaping the delicious smells wafting from the Country Kitchen.

Secret Garden chef Adrian Hensley will again don his chef hat for the educational and interactive sessions.

After a recent surge in baking, bread will feature heavily in the demonstrations.

There’s something for both parents and kids, with Adrian’s daughter Lila taking over the stove to demonstrate the versatility of the humble egg to give youngsters the confidence to cook breakfast for the family.

“It’s a fun event and it’s a little different than everything else,” Adrian said.

Joining Adrian will be experienced butcher Vic Bonacci.

Kitchen staples of pork and beef will be on display at the expo, while less common cuts and meats like venison will also be featured.

And Meet the Makers is back, with a number of brewers, distillers and winemakers to showcase their goods during happy hour.

There are also plenty of options for a refreshing drink or a tasty meal in the Food Court.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 37

Pulled pork is on the menu

Secret Garden chef Adrian Hensley is back again with his much-loved cooking demonstrations.

Pulled pork rolls have become something of a trend in recent years, and those craving one when they attend the Seymour expo will be glad to hear Danish Bake and Smokehouse is there to itch the scratch.

Regulars at the expo, owner Henrik Dichmann said their smoked meat rolls had been a big hit at recent events.

Add some hot chips, for what Henrik said was the perfect pairing.

For those looking for something different to pulled pork and pulled beef, Danish Bake and Smokehouse will have delicious pies and pastries on offer.

Visit Food Court E.

Cook up a storm with Adrian and Lila

Get ready for a salivating series of cooking demonstrations from Secret Garden, with chef Adrian Hensley ready to cook up a storm at this year’s Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

After a recent surge in baking, bread will feature heavily in the demonstrations.

From a delicious ciabatta to tantalising Turkish bread!—!you’ll know how to make it all by the end of the expo.

There’s something for both parents and kids, with Adrian’s daughter Lila taking over the stove to demonstrate the versatility of the humble egg to give youngsters the confidence to cook breakfast for the family.

“It’s all about encouraging parents to stay in bed,” Adrian said with a laugh.

The ‘eggcellent’ demonstration on Saturday morning will feature all the key elements of cooking an egg and ensuring you achieve a light and fluffy scrambled egg and a delicately poached egg for the perfect breakfast dish.

And, there’s even something for history buffs, with a turn-of-the-century pastry roller to form a key part of Adrian’s bench set-up.

After finding the gem on Facebook, he’s been working hard to restore the roller which was originally used at the old Four and Twenty pie bakery in Bendigo.

It will take centre stage as Adrian create a delicious selection of brisket pies.

The smoked meat will open the doors to a wider smoking demonstration, with Adrian running you through the finer details of smoking and making pulled pork and ribs.

After a few months off the events circuit due to COVID-19, Adrian is looking forward to getting back to the expo.

“It’s good to be back,” he said.

Located in the Country Kitchen.

Butcher will share his knowledge several demonstrations during the Broadford butcher Victory Meats will have the best cuts on show at expo. the Seymour expo.

Vic said preparation of briskets, Vic Bonacci has been a butcher for pork legs, prosciutto and more 14 years and knows plenty about would also be demonstrated. meat.

“We’ll be giving the full insight into He said pork, beef, venison and how it’s done and where cuts of more would be on display at meat come from,” he said. the expo, all sourced from local “We’ll be showing how to use the farmers and producers, as well whole carcase from tip to tail. as with the help of Paul Bowes in “A lot of people are interested in handling the deer. that side Adrian Hensley from Secret of it.”

Garden will also have some of Vic’s meat sizzling away as part of Located in the Butcher’s Shop

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You can't go past a pulled pork roll.

Tantalise your tastebuds Burger lovers rejoice!—!award-winning burgers are headed your way.

Fresh off a win at the Canberra Show, Moo-Baa-Cluck Gourmet Burger Bar is bringing its range of burgers to the Seymour expo for the first time.

After 12 months off the show circuit, Kathryn Lowe is looking forward to the April event.

“It’s our first expo and it will be really good to be back out there and seeing people,” she said.

True to its namesakes, the burger bar will have beef, lamb and chicken burgers on offer, as well as a plant-based vegetarian option and a vegan burger, complete with vegan mayo.

With all Victorian beef in their patties, Kathryn encouraged people to come along and give the burgers a try.

Located in Food Court B.

The latest gin flavour from Original Spirit Co is taking off.

Fresh take on gin Even people who don’t like gin, will love the GINFUSION range.

And this year Original Spirit Co will have their latest flavour pink grapefruit with pomegranate, which has proved to be a big crowd pleaser.

Original Spirit Co director Barbara Richartz said they would be offering tastings to help choose which bottle you would like to take home.

"We make our gin with all-natural ingredients and fresh ingredients and you can really taste the difference," Barbara said.

"The pink grapefruit flavour has really taken off."

Since the last Seymour expo, the business has been recognised internationally for its delicious gins"—"receiving a gold medal for its Ginfusion Lemon Myrtle with Elderflower Tonic, and silver medal for is Ginfusion Blood Orange with Japanese Yuzu at the San Francisco World Spirits competition.

However you like your gin, whether it’s on the rocks, as a cocktail or with soda, Barbara is on hand to offer pairing suggestions.

"Come along and have a taste, have a smell and learn a bit more about the flavours."

Visit site L41.

An array of sweets and treats will be available at A Country Affair's caravan.

Kick into gear with fresh coffee Craving something made from the heart?

A Country Affair has you covered this Seymour expo, with owner Kirsty McNally promising event goers everything from homemade cakes to freshly ground roast coffee.

“We normally do freshly ground, locally roasted coffee,” she said.

“We make sure everything is homemade, fresh, local ingredients.

“We get our coffee blend"—"Racer"—"from a local Malmsbury supplier, Moto Bean.

“It’ll definitely kick you into gear.”

As well as cakes, biscuits and slices, visitors can treat themselves to an iced coffee or a milkshake"—"or even quench their thirst with some homemade lemonade at A Country Affair’s stall.

“We’re very excited, because it’s our first big event since COVID,” Ms McNally said.

“People can spot us in our little vintage timber caravan we’ll be serving out of.”

Don’t miss out on the treats and sweets at A Country Affair this Seymour expo.

Located at site C20.

Beaut ute to go with beaut beer Why not make the weekend an educational beer experience by enjoying a pot and learning about nano brewing.

Shearasun Brewery is back once again for the Seymour expo and this year the nano brewery is planning to unveil its new promotional ute.

Two years in the making, independent brewer Glenn Shearer said the new ute included new LED screens explaining the nano brewing process.

“We’ll have the same bar set up as last year,” he said.

“And we’ll probably focus on our IPA this year and our pale.”

Not to be left out of the fun, the brewery is planning to continue with its annual tradition at the Seymour expo, by including a surprise beer for taste testers over the weekend.

“Last year we did a West Coast IPA,” Mr Shearer said.

“We’re thinking this year we might release our XPA. “But I do think the biggest thing this year will be the unveiling of the ute.”

Located in Food Court B.

Beer is on the menu at Seymour once again.

All the DIY gadgets you need Focused on food and sustainability, My Slice of Life’s Brent Ibrom said to expect all things seasonal at Seymour expo.

“This time of the year is preserving season,” he said.

“So, we’ll be bringing dehydrators, butcher’s supplies, focusing on salami making and meat smoking, predominantly that sort of stuff.

“Typically, we try to do something a bit different every year.”

The family-run, Wangaratta-based company has a few new products on the go at the moment including the vegie pod"—"a self-watering

garden bed set-up"—"which Mr Ibrom hinted may make an appearance.

“We’ll definitely have a Cleaver Salumi Cabinet set up,” he said.

“We’re always close to the Country Kitchen display, so often our focus is on food and we kick back from that.

“But realistically there’ll be a couple of notable things which will draw some attention.”

Keep an eye out for My Slice of Life to make sure you don’t miss out on all that’s on offer over the weekend.

‘Seymour Alternative Farming Expo’, April, 2021—PAGE 39

Building sustainable partnerships When it comes supplying quality concrete and quarry products, Mawsons are the specialists.

The company is recognised as a leading construction materials supplier with a reputation for safety, quality and reliability.

Mawsons meet customer needs from 16 quarries, 40 concrete plants and seven landscaping centres spread across central and northern Victoria and southern NSW.

Delivery in mini and maxi tippers is available from all Mawsons sites.

plants, offices, laboratories and workshops comes from renewables.

In September 2020, Mawsons made the switch to renewable electricity.

Mawsons are the only concrete and quarrying business in Australia to have made such a significant move and reduced their carbon footprint so significantly.

Today all of the mains power used

by Mawsons’ fixed quarries, concrete

Mawsons are serious about sustainability, safety and delivering the right product for your needs.

For more information, visit Mawsons at site EB17, online at mawsons.com.au or call 1800#423#456.

This includes a concrete plant, landscaping centre and quarry in Seymour, concrete and quarry operations in Mansfield, and quarries at Glenrowan, Yabba North and Lake Cooper.

Mawsons quarries provide a broad range of road base, aggregates, erosion control and decorative stone into the Seymour area.

Mawsons have concrete plants throughout the region supplying normal, decorative and lower CO2 concrete.

Mawsons landscape centres in Benalla and Cobram also have a broad range of gravel, toppings, soils and decorative stone for household and farm use.

Mawsons delivers services across central and northern Victoria and southern NSW.

STANDARD FORCE

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Toyota is always looking ahead A world leader in the automotive market, Toyota never stops looking towards the future.

It is a focus that is at the heart of Seymour and Kilmore Toyota’s business approach, with the dealership continuing to adapt and prepare for changes that put the business in a long-term, sustainable position.

“We are a Toyota dealership at the front of change,” dealer principal Adam Dove said.

“We are good at what we do today, but if we keep honing that without one eye on change, we will fall behind.

“Not only in technology and process but in our ability to meet our guests’ expectations, wants and needs.

“Our employment strategy for years now has been to bring in fresh ideas, not rehashed 80s theories.

“We want to change the norm, not encourage it with old school theories that are irrelevant to growth and sustainability.”

As part of this year’s display at the Seymour expo, the team will have its 4!x!4 Extras business and LDV vehicles!—!both permanent fixtures within the Dove Automotive business.

And Mr Dove said to watch this space for a site in Seymour by the end of the year to house these businesses along with two more.

Although COVID-19 has caused some supply challenges across the vehicle range, Mr Dove said they are ensuring they have as many new models on display from the Toyota range at the dealership as possible, including the new Yaris Cross!—!Toyota’s most connected vehicle ever.

The Yaris Cross comes with an inbuilt communication device which means that in the event your vehicle is stolen, Toyota Stolen Vehicle tracking can work with police to help recover your car.

The Yaris Cross can also notify Toyota Emergency Assistance if you have an accident, even if you can’t reach your phone.

Come and see the Seymour and Kilmore Toyota team at sites T15, T17, T19, T3 and T7 for more information on how this new technology works.

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Have your say on major rail project The Australian Rail Track Corporation is working in communities across north-east Victoria to deliver two essential rail projects to improve freight and passenger services.

The end is in sight for the North East Rail Line Upgrade, which has improved reliability and ride quality for passenger services between Melbourne and Albury-Wodonga.

But there’s still much to do, and more opportunities to have your say, before construction works start on the Victorian section of Inland Rail.

Inland Rail is a fast freight backbone from Melbourne to Brisbane that will transform how we move goods around Australia.

It will better link businesses, farmers and producers to national and global markets and generate new

opportunities for industries and regions.

In Victoria, Inland Rail involves increasing clearances at structures along the existing rail line to provide sufficient height and width to support the safe running of double-stacked freight trains.

This means new bridges in some locations, lowering tracks in others and whole new rail station precincts in others.

As project designs continue to take shape, ARTC has been seeking community views to build into its urban design framework to ensure

Australian Rail Track Corporation staff will be at the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo to hear your thoughts about two rail projects.

what matters to locals is known and incorporated into design planning.

While what’s important varies across different townships, common themes are certainly present. Safety and accessibility come top, with people looking to the new designs as an opportunity to improve existing concerns in these areas.

Connectivity and functionality also rate highly and again people are hoping some legacy issues might now have a chance to be resolved.

Heritage and visual amenity are also important, not surprising given the significant heritage value of much

of our rail-related history across north-east Victoria, particularly in the towns of Glenrowan, Benalla and Wangaratta.

Do you agree, or has ARTC missed something important to you?

Share your views at the ARTC’s site at the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo or visit ARTC’s Inland Rail website for details on its regular community events, at: inlandrail.com.au/events Located at site E37.

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All your poultry needs covered Farmer Little is passionate about two things!—!quality and customers!—!and has dedicated its business philosophy to exactly that.

Farmer Little is run by farmers for farmers, and enjoys supporting its customers to create small farm businesses and backyard runs that work for them.

The business focuses on providing value and efficient options for your farm or backyard.

Farmer Little believes that providing a secure, comfortable environment for your birds should be straightforward and cost effective.

Whether you have two or 2000 birds, Farmer Little has a solution for you.

As leaders in the poultry industry, the business works closely with manufacturers and suppliers around Australia and overseas to bring you the

latest in technology and farming equipment at a competitive price.

Farmer Little staff believe building a quality backyard or greenfield farm is something everyone can do.

Interested in sustainability, self-sufficiency, running a small-scale farm or just enjoy homegrown free-range produce? Farmer Little is the business for you.

Farmer Little has everything for the free-range poultry producer, backyard chickens and other small animals.

See the largest display of nest boxes in Australia and a range of feeders, drinkers and electric fences to

Farmer Little will be back at Seymour Alternative Farming Expo this year.

suit a few backyard chooks through to thousands of chickens producing free-range and barn-laid eggs.

Ask about the fully compliant mobile shed for 1200 birds for your free-range enterprise and also Farmer Little’s unique egg transport system.

The business also has a range of Bellsouth products on offer.

If you’re looking for a place to start, start by speaking to the Farmer Little staff and find out how they can help you.

Visit them at site L7 (right by the poultry pavilion).

Farmer Little’s famous SKA 10-hole rollaway nest.

Stock handling made easy The experience you have when handling your stock is the difference between a lousy day or a great day.

Regardless of whether you are working with cattle, sheep, horses or pets, you need a guard or pen that flows$—$something that just works and won’t let you down.

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Yarra Valley Brazzen, and other distributors of Brazzen products, are always looking at how they can provide the best, simplest and most

cost effective solution to your stock and pet handling needs.

But they don’t just make stockyards.

Yarra Valley Brazzen also boasts a range of hay and grain feeders, single and double horse shelters and new raised pet cages.

Looking for advice?

Brazzen is offering a free onsite assessment of your stock yard layout, so come along and catch up with the team to find out how they can best help you with your stock.

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Chat with the Yarra Valley Brazzen team at the upcoming Seymour Alternative Farming Expo.

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No home building experience is needed. And you have full back-up, as the business is with you all the way.

Paal Kit Homes supplies precisionengineered, factory-assembled, high tensile steel wall panels and roof truss frames that are easy to handle and erect. Simply match the numbered panels to the numbered plan.

It’s so easy, the business calls it ‘building by numbers’. As a kit home owner-builder or owner-manager, you can do as little or as much of the work as you like.

Either way, Paal Kit Homes says you will save up to 70 per cent money.

Paal Kit Homes is the most experienced steel frame kit home manufacturer in the country, supplying quality kit homes Australiawide for the past 50 years.

The steel frame homes offer many advantages and benefits. They are Australian-made in the business’

factory from 100 per cent Australian Bluescope steel.

Steel frames are also not prone to termite attack, a great advantage in country areas.

All Paal Kit Homes are energy efficient and meet a minimum standard of six-star energy efficiency rating.

The framing system is strong and has been tested for strength by the CSIRO, rated to a minimum N3 wind loading and can be upgraded to C2 cyclone if required. Snow loading upgrades are also no problem.

And for added peace of mind, Paal Kit Homes are fully bushfire compliant and can be upgraded to meet all Australian BAL fire ratings up to the highest level Flamezone upgrade.

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Quality equipment, great service The Seymour Alternative Farming Expo is always a big outing for the team at Nutrien Ag Solutions, with the Seymour team bringing along staff, service plus quality farm equipment and supplies for you to explore.

Agronomist Emilie Lyons said the team would have an extensive display of Leicht’s CIA cattle handling equipment at the expo, with staff

on hand to answer questions and help farmers find solutions for their individual farms.

will be set up and information about custom-order hydraulic systems will be available to interested visitors.

With prices starting at $5500 there was a configuration to suit hobby farmers right through to commercial enterprises.

Leicht’s CIA equipment is manufactured from Australian steel in its facility at Goombungee near Toowoomba in Queensland and one of the company’s long-serving salesmen John O’Rielly will offer his expert advice at the expo site.

A selection of cattle crushes, a safety control pen, full set of yards, head bails, and adjustable loading ramps

Additional equipment from Gallagher and Tru-Test Livestock Management, which work in tandem with the Leicht’s CIA products to enhance safety for the animals and operators, can also be inspected.

These include weighing equipment, identification reader arms, scales and bolt-on platforms.

Visit site E43.

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Showcasing farm machinery The 2021 Seymour Alternative Farming Expo will see the John Sanderson Machinery team return for a ninth consecutive year.

Josh Sanderson, a third-generation family member to be involved in the business, said the decision to return each year was an easy one.

“The expo is a great way of catching up with existing customers in the area or people you don’t normally see,” Josh said.

“And it gives us a chance to showcase our range to new potential customers.”

This year, the Nagambie-based dealership will showcase a broad range of machinery, including Massey Ferguson tractors ranging from compact tractors with 23"hp, to those with 150"hp.

Silvan sprayers and Ferris ride-on mowers will be on display, along with a range of other products.

Josh said it was all about ensuring there’s something for everyone.

And even though COVID-19 restrictions and booming machinery

sales have made machinery even harder to come by, Josh said the team was tackling the challenge well, with plenty of planning to ensure there were quality products on-hand for customers.

With more than 30 years’ experience, the John Sanderson Machinery team has the knowledge and experience to provide customers with quality ongoing support and advice.

The team specialises in and services a wide range of agricultural industries, from small hobby farms to broadacre cropping and world class wineries.

Stocking renowned brands including Massey Ferguson, Fendt, Iseki, Kioti, Hardi, Duncan, McHale and Kverneland, the business is always ready to provide customers with the right type of equipment for their needs and ensure complete customer satisfaction.

Visit the John Sanderson Machinery team at site B10 and B11.

A range of Massey Ferguson machinery will be on display at the John Sanderson Machinery site, including the MF GC1700 compact range.

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Damian Drum visiting Australian Army Tank Museum at Puckapunyal military base alongside Lieutenant Colonel Sean Benporath.

Seymour is moving ahead One of the high points for me of the redistribution and transition of the electorate of Murray to the electorate of Nicholls has been the inclusion of the southern region of the Goulburn Valley and, in particular, the township of Seymour and its 6000 people.

I have had the privilege to meet with many community groups and local leaders who are inspiring growth with ideas and projects.

Seymour is a regional rail hub, being at the junction of the Shepparton and North East rail lines.

The Morrison-McCormack government has provided crucial funding for rail upgrades, with $235 million for the North East line and $320 million for stage three of the Shepparton line.

At a community level, Kings Park received $487,000 from the Building

Better Regions Fund that matched council and community funding for a new pavilion that will be used for all sorts of events during the whole year particularly for expos, field days, the Seymour Show and Riding for the Disabled.

Seymour has strong ties with the Australian Defence Force, with the Australian Army Puckapunyal Base just east of the town.

There is a strong veteran community in Seymour. They have been instrumental in developing the

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Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk in Seymour which is the only one of its kind in Australia dedicated to Vietnam Veterans.

I visited Puckapunyal in early March to inspect the future site of a $39 million health and wellbeing centre, which local businesses will benefit significantly from during construction.

I recently met with representatives of the Seymour Railway Heritage Centre.

This incredible group is the custodian of several heritage pieces of rolling

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stock owned by the Victorian Government, as well as owning an amazing collection of heritage rolling stock.

This innovative group are on the front foot promoting local tourism, running charters, tourist and rail-fan specials across the state with their fleet of restored trains.

Indeed, things are on the move in Seymour.

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Take heating to the next level Kaminus, the exclusive Australian distributor of leading Italian and European wood fireplace and wood cooker manufacturers, La Nordica- Extraflame and Thermorossi, will showcase its range of highly efficient clean-burning European-styled cookers, stoves and fireplaces at the Seymour expo.

Fires designed to exceed the highest environmental standards, producing more heat with less wood.

Using the latest combustion technology and operating with efficiencies up to 89 per cent, these fires make the best use of wood as a

renewable source of energy for home heating.

The fires are radiant heaters, that heat in the same way as the sun.

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Radiant heat allows you to feel warm at a lower room temperature than convection heating, resulting in faster warming.

With radiant heat there is less air movement thereby reducing house dust. It also results in less drying of the air.

Radiant heat results in temperature difference from floor to ceiling of two to three degrees, compared with eight to 10 degrees with convection heating.

That means less kW to warm your room and less wood being consumed, saving you money and less impact on the environment.

The range includes traditional-styled and modern wood cookers, with or without hydronic options.

The new Forno (oven) wood heaters are ideal to enhance your indoor/ outdoor entertaining areas.

Be sure to visit the Kaminus modern mobile showroom, feel the radiant heat and sample a slice of Italianinspired pizza cooked using the Margherita patented double oven wood cooker.

For more information, visit the website at www.kaminus.com.au or visit the team at site L16, L17.

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Water tanks that last a lifetime Hi Water Concrete Tanks is a Seymour Alternative Farming Expo stalwart.

Having attended the event for many years, Mitch Miller said the family business enjoyed coming back and talking to past and potential customers.

“We like to talk to new people and find that people really appreciate us explaining the construction of our waterproofed concrete tanks plus showing photos of what we do stepby-step,” Mitch said.

“We want to be able to help people by giving them a product that suits their needs and lasts a lifetime.”

The range includes waterproofed concrete tanks for above ground or below ground, with concrete tops or silo roofs, from around 22,500 litres to 120,000 litres.

Based in Wodonga and serving all of Victoria and NSW, the business was started by Steve Miller in 1993,

who has built up 45 years’ industry experience.

“The business prides itself on only using the highest quality materials in all construction of their waterproofed concrete tanks and have a lifetime guarantee,” Mitch said.

“All of our waterproofed concrete tanks are poured on site and are suited for industrial, rural and residential applications"—"including hobby farm water storage, cellars, water treatment, milk chilling, firefighting"—"and with a 30-year guarantee that’s a great peace of mind for our customers.”

Hi Water Concrete Tanks staff also repair existing concrete tanks and are happy to provide quotes and explain the restoration process, plus sell Maxi Jet Pumps and install Tank Vac systems.

Visit the Hi Water Concrete Tanks team at sites C47!–!C48.

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The Wodonga-based business creates a range of tanks with concrete tops or silo roofs.

Hi Water Concrete Tanks has been in the tank making business for more than 25 years.

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Frontrunners in farm machinery This year’s Seymour Alternative Farming Expo provides a perfect opportunity to see the frontrunners in both agricultural farm equipment and light construction equipment, which is in high demand with the recovery of several industries from last year.

Haeusler’s Group, located in Shepparton and servicing the entire Goulburn Valley region, has the renowned John Deere and Wacker Neuson franchise lines!—!which provide quality, reliability and value-for-money solutions.

On site at the expo will be the John Deere Compact Utility Tractor Range!—!or CUTS, as they are commonly referred to.

These range in size and specifications from 23!hp to 40!hp and have a full suite available of attachments such as front-end loaders, mower decks, back hoes and all other three-point linkage attachments to make the hardest of tasks easier.

Once again the John Deere mowing equipment range will be on display!—!these units have stood the test of time with reliability in all conditions they encounter.

This year sees the entry of the S100E Series Mowers, which will turn heads with their new streamlined contoured profile.

Wacker Neuson is an emerging major player in the construction equipment industry in Australia, with innovative equipment design, outstanding performance and trusted reliability being paramount to its brand reputation internationally.

Haeusler’s bring this range of products to the local market along with the fully mobile after-market support service to maximise owners’ investment.

From compaction equipment of various styles through to mini excavator and telehandlers, look through the range of options for your needs.

When the job requires some grunt, the John Deere 5 and 6 Series Family Tractor range are unsurpassed with reliability, functionality and operator comfort.

The team at Haeusler’s will have on display several model and technology options available to showcase, with local solutions available for commercial operations.

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OUR RAIL UPGRADE ALSO BOOSTS THE LOCAL ECONOMY. HAMISH IS WORKING ON THAT. The Australian Rail Track Corporation plans and builds the tracks Australian trains run on and maintains them to strict industry safety standards. The $235m upgrade to Victoria’s North East Rail Line also provides contract work for local businesses and job opportunities for local people. It’s Hamish’s job to help maximise the contribution we make to the communities in which we work. Find out more at artc.com.au

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