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    Agriculture minister Jaclyn Symes tours Horsham Regional Livestock Exchange with Paul Christopher, Mark Radford and Agriculture Victoria livestock tracking manager Ben Fahy. FILE PHOTO.

Young farmers advisory council call for young leaders

Young Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians farmers can help shape the future of Victoria’s agriculture sector, with applications now open to join the Young Farmers Advisory Council.

Minister for Agriculture Jaclyn Symes encouraged young people from all agricultural industries to apply.

The council is seeking six members with a balance of representation by gender, industry and region to sign up for a three-year term.

Applicants will have a broad range of skills and like experience in farm management, agribusiness, finance, education, international markets and regional development.



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“If you’re passionate about agriculture and want to make a difference for young farmers in Victoria, this is the opportunity for you,” Ms Symes said.

The council provides a direct voice to government on a wide range of issues that affect young people working in agriculture. 

Council members also act as young ambassadors to attract new entrants to the agricultural sector.

Expressions of interest to join the council close on Sunday. People can visit agriculture.vic.gov.au for more information.

The entire March 18, 2020 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. READ IT HERE!