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The North Coast Local
February 2018

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International weeds expert visiting the North Coast
Local Land ServicesNorth Coast farmers will have the opportunity to hear from international weeds expert, Dr Brent Sellers, Professor of Agronomy from the University of Florida, about the management of some of the most persistent weeds impacting on our grazing industry.
 
Professor Sellers has worked with graziers in the United States in the battle against weeds such as Tropical Soda Apple, Giant Parramatta Grass and Giants Ratstail grass and he will provide insight on lessons learnt and current approaches.

North Coast LLS is working with NSW Department of Primary Industries and North Coast Local Control Authorities to bring the Weeds Forum to Grafton on 8 March. The event is made possible with funding from the North Coast Weeds Action Program. For more information on how to register visit the website.

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Vertebrate Pest Symposium coming to North Coast
The 2018 NSW Vertebrate Pest Management Symposium is being hosted by North Coast Local Land Services and will be held in Coffs Harbour, NSW, from 16 – 18 October 2018. With a theme of People, Planning and Practice, the Symposium will present the latest research and practice of vertebrate pest management. Visit the website for more information and to register for updates.
 

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Regional Pest Animal Plan consultation coming
The NSW Government is taking a regional approach pest animal management through the development of regional strategic pest animal management plans. Regional pest animal committees and LLS are working to identify priority pest animals and the best methods of control. Community information sessions will be held at Kempsey Coffs Harbour and Lismore. Visit the event calendar for more information.
Event Roundup
There are a number of ways to keep up to date with North Coast Local Land Services events including visiting our online Event Calendar, liking our Facebook page or following us on Twitter
                              

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Bahia grass trial results
North Coast LLS and Norco Rural, Casino have recently carried out two separate pasture trials to assess the economics of grazing Bahia pastures on two different soil types. Read the two fact sheets and more information on the North Coast LLS website.

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FMD training in Nepal
North Coast LLS District Veterinarian, Dr Liz Bolin, has recently participated in foot and mouth disease training in Nepal.  The training is supported by the Australian Government and is run each year to provide vital training for Australian veterinarians.

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Calling blueberry growers
Two events for blueberry growers are coming. There is a field day on how to get the best from your soil in March and a workshop to learn about using bees for pollination is in April. Registration for both events is essential, visit links for more information.

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National OJD plan
Animal Health Australia, Sheep Producers Australia and Wool Producers Australia are seeking input from the sheep and wool industry on the future management of Ovine Johne’s disease in Australia. Visit the website for more information or complete the survey by 12 March.
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