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      Welcome to Dairy & the Environment online learning modules. 

      This program provides us with an introduction to the unique water movement and availability in Australia, major issues of environmental biodiversity and the implications of current and past farming practices on water sustainability and environment.

      The program focuses on three areas:

      • Dairy farming and the environment
      • Water management
      • Environmental biodiversity

      Read more about the course overview, structure and how to get started. 


    • Dairy farmers & the environment:

      The aim of this program is to provide an understanding of issues of water resources and management and environmental biodiversity set especially within the framework of or integrated within the dairy industry. 

      This program will give you the foundational knowledge and understanding of the environmental science, risks and actions related to the dairy industry in Australia. The 'Dairy Farmers and the Environment' learning package is developed to address the challenge water resources and the environment poses to dairy farming but also to capitalise on the opportunities available. The program emphasises the interdisciplinarity of water availability and environmental biodiversity. 

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      About this program
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      So how did you get here?

      Maybe you’ve come to these modules looking for practical information, tools and support to address a specific issue you’re concerned about, for example saving water in the dairy shed or creating a shelterbelt to offer greater protection to stock during hot periods or extreme weather events. 

      Perhaps you have identified the need to make some changes to your management practices through the program Our Farm Our Plan. Or, you may have recently completed the online tool 'Farm Environmental Tracker'.

      You may have been given feedback from your Milk Supply Officer about performance gaps that need to be addressed. Some might be looking to answer questions from their bank or finance provider about their environmental performance when they were applying for further finance. 

      Still, others may be looking to take advantage of processer incentive payments for superior environmental performance on-farm or positioning themselves to attract good quality labour to a farm they can be proud to work at. 

      However, you got here, you’re here because you want to take some action. Taking action is in line with farmer values of protecting their environment but it will also improve your business and reduce your risk. 

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      Why is it important to Australian dairy farmers?

      Managing the environment is one of the most important factors affecting dairy farms performance – how we manage it is critical to ensure future sustainability and profitability of the dairy sector.
      Changes to climate is just one of the many risks we need to be able to manage in the dairy business, and policy and farm targets are likely to impact on how we operate in the future. We need to be prepared! 
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      What topics will you cover?

      Here are the three modules that can be taken from start to finish or in any order based on your needs, knowledge, and interests: 
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      Who is it for?

      This program is designed for farmers, farm managers, staff working in the dairy industry, and anyone interested in understanding environmental issues in the context of dairy systems. 
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      Dairy Farming & the Environment
      		  
      Managing Water Resources
      		  
      Environmental Biodiversity 
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      This module describes the relationship between the environment and dairy farming and the different factors and resources impacting this relationship; such as, Australian regulations, water need and availability, and Key components of on-farm environmental management.

      		  

      This module covers the basics of Water Management, risks, the process of managing it including estimating water needs and usage and building water resilience to lessen the impact for your individual farm.

      		  

      Understanding enviornmental biodiversity impacts for dairy farming regions, and key options to protect natural waterways for your farm.
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      Intended Learning Outcomes:

      On successful completion of this module participants should be able to:

      • Recognise the key drivers of our environment and some of the changes we’ve been observing and their impact on dairy farming.
      • Identify the key resources to help dairy farmers establish future goals
      • Compare where we are now and the way forward to maintain environmental resources and diversity on farm
      • Examine the key environmental strategies and plan actions for your farm 
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      How long will it take?

      Depending on your pace and if you delve into the detail, modules will range in length between 30 mins – 1 hour per module. 
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      What will you do?

      In this dairy environmental program, you will be undertaking a range of modules and short activities to help you consider the opportunities and challenges of managing water availability and biodiversity for your farm business.

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