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Event Location
372 Murrays lane, Mozart, Oberon,
Landcare Region
BCT Region
Event Description
Lithgow and Oberon Landcare Association Workshop for Rydal Grazing Group for conservation and ecosystem restoration in high-production agricultural areas.
Five primary producers from the Oberon and Sodwalls area joined the workshop, gaining insights from experts on enhancing lamb survival and the benefits of edible shelterbelts.
Gordon Refshauge from DPI shared valuable knowledge on lamb mortality, discussing the impact of factors such as birth weight, wind chill, and the importance of shelter. Bruce Watt, a veterinarian with Local Land Services (LLS), covered animal health issues linked to lamb mortality, including Campylobacter, Listeria, and selenium deficiency.
The group also participated in a field walk, exploring mature shelterbelts and discussing practical benefits for stock movement, wind protection, and snow impact. Ben Perrott from the Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) emphasized the value of private land conservation for improved ecosystem services like water filtration, erosion control, and pest management.
Lithgow Oberon Landcare remains committed to supporting local producers with follow-up workshops on shelterbelt planning and feral species control, with a focus on pig management."
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Event Outcomes
Number of Attendees
5
Number of Landowners
5
Growth in learning measure (Scale 1 - 100)
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Attendee Level of Knowledge before event (Average)
70
Attendee Level of Knowledge after event (Average)
80