The Victorian Farmers Federation has welcomed a $50-million State Government investment into improving facilities, teaching and access to courses at regional agricultural colleges and training providers.
VFF president David Jochinke said the future of Victorian agriculture was bright and further investment into the sector was crucial to help attract the next generation of farmers and help position regional Victoria for growth.
“Agriculture is the lifeblood of regional Victoria with ample career opportunities for young Victorians,” he said.
The government investment includes $30-million for student upgrades and teaching facilities to be shared between agricultural institutions Longerenong College near Horsham, University of Melbourne’s Dookie campus and Marcus Oldham College’s Waurn Ponds campus in Geelong.