VFF Wimmera Branch Meeting
2025-07-14 19:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
You’re welcome to attend the upcoming VFF Wimmera Branch Meeting to be held at the Horsham RSL.

Dinner begins from 6pm at the bistro followed by the meeting at 7pm.

For more information, please contact Eileen Jorgensen- Phone: 03 5385 5002 Mob: 0418 510 680 Email: jorgpet60@gmail.com

2025 VFF Livestock Conference
2025-07-17 09:00 - 21:00 | All Seasons Resort Hotel, 171/183 McIvor Highway, Bendigo, VIC, 3550
Overcoming Challenges-Technology and the Future of Agricultural Advocacy

VFF 2025 Livestock Conference

Date: Thursday 17 July

Location: All Seasons Resort Hotel, Bendigo

Dress: Smart Casual

The Livestock Conference is designed to provide valuable insights and discussion on key topics affecting the livestock industry today, with a focus on both practical solutions and the future of the sector.

Members wishing to attend should book accommodation now due to the Sheep and Wool Show commencing on the 18th July and as such accommodation options may be limited.

WFI Insurance: Exclusive member webinar
2025-07-21 10:30
In today’s fast-changing agricultural environment, farmers are navigating more complexity than ever, ranging from rising costs to climate uncertainty and infrastructure challenges.

Don’t miss your chance to join WFI’s Executive General Manager, Andrew Beer for an exclusive VFF member webinar where he’ll share key risks facing farmers and offer practical insights to were proactive step can benefit farmers. It’s your chance to ask questions directly and learn more:

• Energy Infrastructure: Understand the hidden liabilities and exposures tied to on-farm energy systems.

• Weather & Climate: Discover how shifting conditions impact affordability, availability, and long-term planning.

• Underinsurance: Hear about common coverage gaps and how it can create vulnerability.

WHEN: Monday 21 July 10:30amWHERE: Online webinar via ZoomREGISTER: Click here

VFF President Brett Hosking will be moderating the session to help ensure you get the information you need for your farm.

We’re looking forward to hosting you with our trusted partner WFI Insurance.

VFF St Arnaud Branch and community event
2025-07-24 18:00
You’re invited to the VFF St Arnaud Branch and community event at the St Arnaud Sporting Club.

Guest Speaker’s

VFF President – Brett Hosking

VFF CEO – Charlie Thomas

Dr Jane Foster–Stress & Resilience

Andrew Weideman–Updates & Events

RSVP – Colin Coates – 0427 693 329, Barry Batters – 0418 567 674

RSVP for Meals (at own cost) by Saturday 19th July, 2025

VFF Peninsula Branch AGM
2025-07-28 18:00
You’re invited to the VFF Peninsula Branch AGM to be held at the function room, Westernport Hotel, 16 High St, Hastings.

6.00pm Arrive and purchase Dinner and drinks in The Bistro (own cost)

7.15pm AGM

Welcome: All VFF members, and friends of agriculture. Non-members welcome

Apologies

Previous Minutes

Minutes of the VFF Peninsula Branch AGM 8 August 2024 circulated to all members by email.

President’s Report: Stephen Todd

Treasurer’s Report:

Election of Office Bearers.

President vacates the Chair

Any member is welcome to nominate for the committee. No experience necessary!

Committee nominations called for:

President, Vice President, Treasurer, Minute Secretary, Social Media Secretary, Strategy & Membership Secretary, General Committee

7.30pm: Guest Speaker: Dean Gazzola: “The challenges of farming in the 21st century and what is required to protect food production”

Dean, a fourth generation farmer, is Manager of Gazzola Farms (Boneo). He served five years in the Royal Australian Navy in maritime logistics, before returning to the family farm.

RSVP: vffpen@gmail.com

VFF Tallangatta Branch Meeting and community event
2025-07-30 12:30
You’re invited to the VFF Tallangatta Branch Meeting and community event at Tallangatta Shire Community Hall.

Guest Speaker’sVFF President – Brett HoskingVFF CEO – Charlie ThomasVFF Vice President – Peter Star

Come and meet and chat and ask questions of the New VFF President, CEO & Vice President.Light Lunch Provided.RSVP – Mick McCarthy 0448 043 806 or mmccarthy@vff.org.au

VFF Corryong Branch meeting and community event
2025-07-30 19:30
You’re invited to the upcoming VFF Corryong Branch meeting and community event at the Corryong Hotel Motel.

Guest Speaker’sVFF President – Brett HoskingVFF CEO – Charlie ThomasVFF Vice President – Peter Star

Come and meet and chat and ask questions of the new VFF President, CEO & Vice President.

Members, Non Members & community all welcome.RSVP – Millie Mackinnon – 0431 120 327Meals (at own cost) from 6.00pm

FutureAg Conference
2025-08-06 08:00
FutureAg Expo is Australia’s premier trade fair for agricultural machinery, innovation, and sustainable farming solutions. Powered by Agritechnica, the world’s leading agricultural trade fair, FutureAg connects farmers, agribusiness professionals, manufacturers, and industry leaders with the latest advancements in crop production, livestock management, automation, and agtech.

Bringing together global expertise and local industry knowledge, FutureAg is more than just an exhibition, it’s a hub for networking, knowledge-sharing, and hands-on demonstrations of cutting-edge technology that will shape the future of agriculture.

With a dedicated Hosted Buyers Program and an exclusive dealer program for OEMs, FutureAg ensures unmatched business opportunities and industry collaboration. Whether you’re looking to discover new innovations, expand your network, or position your business at the forefront of agribusiness, FutureAg Expo is the must-attend event of the year.

WHEN – 6-8 August 2025. WHERE – Melbourne Showgrounds, Ascot Vale, Victoria, Australia

This year the VFF is a proud partner of the event. Click here for more information: https://futureagexpo.com.au/

VFF UDV Community Meeting
2025-08-06 19:30
You’re invited to the upcoming VFF UDV Community Meeting at the Gunbower Hotel, 18-20 Murray Valley Highway in Gunbower.

Guest SpeakerVFF President – Brett Hosking

Come and meet and chat and ask questions of the new VFF President

RSVP – Andrew Leahy – 0408 500 875

Meals (at own cost) from 7.00pm

VFF WEDDERBURN BRANCH/ COMMUNITY MEETING
2025-08-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Wedderburn Golf Club, Wedderburn Golf Club, Boort-Wedderburn Rd, Wedderburn, VIC, 3518, Australia
Guest SpeakersBrett Hosking – VFF PresidentCharlie Thomas – VFF CEOLincoln Fitzgerald – Loddon Shire CEOWade Northausen – Billboard Battalion

Pizza provided

RSVP – Christine Coombes 0400 970 902RSVP required for catering purposes

VFF LAANECOORIE BRANCH MEETING
2025-08-13 18:30 - 21:00
Guest SpeakersVFF President – Brett HoskingVFF CEO – Charlie Thomas

Come and meet and chat and ask questions of the New VFF President & CEO.Meals (at own cost) from 6.30pm

RSVP – Mick McCarthy 0448 043 806 or mmccarthy@vff.org.au

VFF Colac Regional Branch Meeting
2025-08-14 18:30 - 21:30
Date: Thursday 14th August 2025

Venue: LA PORCHETTARESTAURANT, 35-37MURRAY STREET, COLAC

Time: 7.30PM Start. Meals (paid for by Branch) from 6.30pm.

Guest SpeakersVFF President – Brett HoskingVFF CEO – Charlie ThomasCome and meet and chat and ask questions of the new VFF President & CEO

RSVP – Paul Hodgson – 0472 643 272

VFF South Gippsland Branch Meeting
2025-08-18 18:30
You’re invited to the upcoming to the VFF South Gippsland Branch Meeting at the Leongatha RSL.

Guest Speaker’sVFF President – Brett HoskingVFF CEO – Charlie Thomas

Come and meet and chat and ask questions of the new VFF President & CEO.

RSVP – Meg Parkinson – 0408 514048 or Mick McCarthy (VFF) – 0448 043 806 (at own cost) from 6.30pm

Goat Essentials Webinar Series - Part 1/2
2025-08-27 18:00 - 19:30
Join goat specialist Jess Revell as she discusses all things goat nutrition for landholders after a dry winter in part one of this two-part webinar series.

The webinar series will be conducted via Zoom. Register your interest here. We look forward to seeing you!

Cardinia Branch Luncheon
2025-08-31 12:30 - 17:00
TOORADIN & DISTRICT SPORTS CLUB,SOUTH GIPPSLAND HIGHWAY, TOORADIN 3980COMMENCING AT NOON FOR LUNCH AT 12.30PMCOST $50 PER PERSON – TWO COURSE MEAL, DRINKS AT BAR PRICES

GUEST SPEAKERHELEN COMPORTHelen Comport is from “Quilts of Valour”. This is an organisation that makes quilts for ourservice men and women who have served overseas and been wounded. This is a veryinteresting story and patrons are sure to enjoy the presentation.

Bookings to Rosemary Osborne – Phone 0419 005 066Email: danrialto@bigpond.com RSVP & Payment 25-8-25

Please fill in this form to ensure we have all name tags for the event: https://vff.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/VFF-Cardinia-Branch-Dinner-Flyer-31st-August-2025.pdf

Goat Essentials Webinar Series - Part 2/2
2025-09-03 18:00 - 19:30
Join goat enthusiast Berwyn Squire as she discusses all managing Victoria’s most common goat diseases in part two of this two-part webinar series.

The webinar series will be conducted via Zoom. Register your interest here. We look forward to seeing you!

Out and about for Drought- Mansfield
2025-09-08 18:30
Come and join us for a free meal in a relaxed environment. Catch up with your mates, share a laugh, and enjoy sometime together.

You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and get information about what support is available for the drought.

MONDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER6.30PMDELATITE HOTEL 95 HIGH STREET, MANSFIELDRSVP to ktupper@vff.org.au for catering purposes.RSVP close 3 days prior to event date.

Fencing Workshop, Carlsruhe
2025-09-12 09:30 - 15:30 | Carlsruhe, Victoria, Carlsruhe, VIC, 3442, Australia
Join us for a practical, on-farm workshop with a skilled fencing contractor and instructor. Learn how to install new fencing and maintain and repair existing ones.

The Stock Sense team will also lead a discussion on the importance of biosecurity and the critical role fencing plays in it.

Enjoy free fencing giveaways on the day! Limited to 20 spots – first come, first served.

Don’t miss this FREE opportunity to improve your fencing skills.

Enjoy full catering at the event. Reserve your spot now by clicking the respective links below.

Click HERE to register

For more information, contact Stock Sense at stocksense@vff.org.au

Fencing Workshop, Coldstream
2025-09-19 09:30 - 15:30 | Coldstream
Join us for a practical, on-farm workshop with two skilled fencing contractors sharing their knowledge.

Learn how to maintain and repair existing fences, as well as electric fencing basics.

Spots are limited so register to claim yours now.

Click HERE to register

For more information, contact Stock Sense at stocksense@vff.org.au

VFF Members Evening
2025-09-29 18:00
You’re invited to the upcoming VFF Members Evening at the Great Western Hotel in Great Western.

Guest Speaker- VFF Livestock President – Scott Young

Come and meet and chat and ask questions of the VFF Livestock President & VFF Livestock Councillors.

RSVP – For Catering Purposes by Friday 26th Sept 2025 to Mick McCarthy – 0448 043 806 or mmccarthy@vff.org.au Meals & Drinks from 6.00pm (at own cost)

Fencing Workshop, Baw Baw
2025-10-03 09:30 - 15:30 | Shady Creek, Victoria, Shady Creek, Vic, 3821, Australia
Join us for a practical, on-farm workshop with two skilled fencing contractors sharing their knowledge.

Learn how to install new fencing and maintain and repair existing ones, as well as how fencing relates to good biosecurity.

Spots are limited so register to claim yours now.

Click HERE to register

For more information, contact Stock Sense at stocksense@vff.org.au

VFF ROKEWOOD/SHELFORD & DISTRICT BRANCH MEETING
2025-10-13 19:30 - 21:00
Guest Speaker – Mark Inglis – Thomas Foods Farm Assurance & Supply Chain Manager; Speaking oncurrent Lamb & Beef Prices and where the Markets are heading

Guest Speaker – Tim Cosgrove – Altora Ag Fertiliser; – Speaking on the Market in the upcoming Season

Download the flyer:

VFF Rokewood Shelford Branch Meeting Monday13th Oct 2025Download

Wimmera Branch Meeting
2025-11-03 18:00
You’re invited to the next Wimmera Branch Meeting to be held at the Horsham RSL on Monday 3rd November.

We will start off with our meal ordered from the Bistro at 6pm followed by our meeting at 7pm.

Our guest speaker for the evening is Tammy Smith, the CEO of Yarriambiack Shire.

Exclusion Fencing Webinar
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:30
Exclusion fencing that works – Practical design and management

Join presenter Jarrod Coote for a practical webinar on exclusion fencing, covering everything from planning and design through to ongoing management. This will include how fencing fits into integrated control of declared pest species and ethical management of wildlife.

We’ll also be joined by a Gallagher representative to walk through product options that support exclusion fencing.

The webinar series will be conducted via Zoom. Register your interest here. We look forward to seeing you!

VFF Wedderburn Branch/ Community Meeting
2025-11-05 19:00
You’re invited to the upcoming VFF Wedderburn Branch/ Community Meeting at the Wedderburn Golf Club.

Guest Speakers:

Boort Grain Co-opEssantis OatsCHS BroadbentRiordansSouthern StockfeedsRyan Milgate (VFF Grains Council)

RSVP – Christine Coombes 0400 970 902 for catering purposes by Sunday 2 November.

VFF Peninsula Annual Luncheon
2025-11-09 12:45 - 16:00
Join us for our Annual VFF Peninsula Luncheon

Guest Speaker, Mark Stoermer – CEO Mornington Peninsula Shire. Mark is an experienced leader specialized inteam building, coaching and strategic development, bringing valuable insights into the future of our agricultural community.

Noon – Cellar Door Drinks12:45pm – 3 Course Lunch

$75 VFF Members$75 Landcare, Lions & Rotary Members$80 Non-MembersAll drinks at bar prices

Dress: Jacket and optional tieNames within group seating for place cards, dietary requirements and enquiries to: vffpen@gmail.com

Please see flyer for more details.

Tickets: Click here: https://events.humanitix.com/vff-peninsula-branch-annual-luncheon-2025

Proudly Sponsored by:

Everitt Seeley & Bennetts: Michael Everitt 0408 395 432

Gallagher: Jack Linn 0429 842 575

Gendore Tractors & Machinery: Trevor Van Der Heyden 0414 416 356

Peninsula Livestock Transport & Mobile Stockyards: Lee Sterling 0419 777 061

Pat Morrissey Agricultural Contracting: Pat Morrissey 0419 118 737

Fencing Workshop, Bellarine
2025-11-16 09:30 - 14:30 | Bellarine, Victoria, Bellarine, VIC, 3223, Australia

Stock Handling Workshop, Shepparton
2025-11-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Shepparton, Shepparton, VIC, Australia
BOOST YOUR FARM SAFETY AND PRODUCTIVITY

Join experts Mark Bennett and Jack Briscoe as they discuss stockyard design, stock handling techniques and overall livestock safety for sheep, cattle and goats.

Session 1: Mark BennettDiscussion on designing stockyards for the future to enhance long-term efficiency and safety in your farm infrastructure.

Session 2: Jack BriscoePresentation of techniques for low-stress handling of stock, an essential practice for both improving livestock flow and reducing injury risks for farmers and animals alike.

Morning tea and lunch provided.

Click HERE to register

For more information, contact Stock Sense at stocksense@vff.org.au

VFF Bass Coast Branch AGM
2025-11-19 19:00
You’re invited to the VFF Bass Coast Branch AGM at the San Remo Hotel, 145 Marine Road, San Remo.

Agenda – AGM –

Election of OfficeBearers going forward

Branch discussion of BranchActivities for the next 12months.

RSVP – Bill Cleeland – 0447 242583, meals from 6.00PM (at own cost)

AG DAY FARM SHOP
2025-11-20 12:00 - 17:00 | VICTORIAN FARMERS FEDERATION, Farrer House, 24 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
The Victorian Farmers Federation will be celebrating Ag Day with tastings by some of Victoria’s best producers and supporting farmers suffering drought.

Tote bags along with cheese, salami, honey, fruit, veg, beef and lamb will all be on sale, and those who buy a bag which raises funds to support the VFF’s Disaster Relief Fund can enter the draw to win a prize kindly provided by the Victorian Farmers’ Markets Associations and the market stalls present at the event.

Download the flyer HERE
