FARMERS and GRAZIERS, - Biodynamic Agriculture Australia

FARMERS and GRAZIERS,are you looking for SUSTAINABLE LOWER INPUT OPTIONS?IMPROVED SOIL HEALTH?HEALTHIER STOCK ?A BETTER BOTTOM LINE?Biodynamics 1, 22 & 23 July, at BATHURST NSWFarmReady Course no: FRTC0941A 2 day Basic Biodynamics FarmReady refundable workshop for primary producers seeking affordable,natural alternatives to conventional farming practices, designed and presented by Australia’s peak bodyfor biodynamics, Biodynamic Agriculture Australia Ltd, a not for profit Company.Fostering, safeguarding and restoring the natural environment through the development and promotionof the biodynamic method in all agricultural pursuits as indicated by the late Dr Rudolf Steiner.Farmers’ evaluation comments:“Lively workshop....lots of knowledge given and gained….I’m going to adopt these methods.”“A fascinating workshop, I really enjoyed taking part in the compost building demonstration.”“No dozing off for me .... what great presenters…. held my interest throughout.”BATHURST NSW22 & 23 JULY 2011REGISTRATION OVERLEAF

BIODYNAMIC AGRICULTURE AUSTRALIA Ltd presents the Biodynamics 1 WorkshopProgrammeAt: BATHURST NSWDate: 22 & 23 July, 2011 9.30am- 4.30pm both daysLunch and refreshments provided.Introduction to Biodynamics Biodynamic Preparations – how to increase the soil food web and soil fertility Building humus and developing soil structure, increased water holding and natural fertilityDeveloping on farm fertility methods Building a Compost Heap Making Manure Concentrate Making Seaweed teaClimate risk management: Reading the rhythms and pulses of the planetary cycles Planting Calendar –for optimal planting and spray times Preparing for climate extremesBiodynamics as tools for: Prevention of fungal diseases Managing weeds and pests – peppering Animal health – use of HomeopathyNow that we have used most of the capitalof our soil – humus, we are finding thatincreasing applications of water solublefertilisers are not achieving the outcomesthat we used to achieve. We have seen thesoil become compacted, lose its life, wehave seen gullies erode and have lost thewater that used to be held in our land.Now we need to work with an understandingof how the soil and nature work – we need tobecome soil and water farmers.Application and stirring of the Biodynamic PreparationsDeveloping a seasonal activity and spray programme for all aspects of agriculture – viticulture, horticulture, pasture,cropping and market gardening.Trainers: Cheryl Kemp - Dip Biodynamic Ag. - Advisor and Trainer, Biodynamic Agriculture Australia LtdAdam Collins – B Sc.Ag.(Hons), Master Prepmaker, BDFNQ - Biodynamic Farmer, mixed cropping and livestockCost: $990 pp includes Workbook, Resource Manual, Planting CalendarVenue, directions, etc will be sent with Tax Invoice upon receipt of registrationLimited places, early registration and payment prior to workshop is essential.FarmReady Course no: FRTC0941, fully refundable for eligible primary producers.FarmReady approval forms will be supplied on receipt of registration. Please note that attendees must applyfor FarmReady at least 48hrs prior to the course. FarmReady Info: www.farmready.com.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Please register me for Biodynamics 1, the basic biodynamics workshop at BATHURST on 22 & 23 July, 2011.Post to: Biodynamic Agriculture Australia Ltd, PO Box 54, Bellingen NSW 2454 or, Fax: 02 6655 0565 or,complete on line at http://www.biodynamics.net.auName/s:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Address: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………PC…………..Phone: …………………..….. Mobile:…………………………… Email:…………………………...……………………Credit Card Details, Name on Card:…..…………………………………………………………………………………..Card Number: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Expires: _ _ / _ _ Amount: $……………..Signature:…………………... ……………………………. Or, Cheque enclosed: $.............................