Carbon in Farming: What it really means for Great Southern Farmers

Confusion to Clarity

A science-based, locally relevant workshop on carbon in farming specifically for Great Southern farmers.

Workshop is free and

Refreshments and a delicious lunch is provided!

The workshops will cover :

• Why carbon matters – where markets and consumers are heading.

• Emissions on-farm – what they actually look like in Great Southern farming systems.

• Carbon basics explained – including Scope 1, 2 and 3 (in plain language)

• Productivity first – improving efficiency and where carbon fits in.

• Insetting vs offsetting – what’s the difference ?

• Carbon projects – what they are, the risks to be aware of, and which types may suit the Great Southern.

• Carbon accounting tools – a simple introduction to the main platforms.

More info at: ag@southcoastnrm.com.au or or Phone: 08 9845 8537

We’ve had great feedback from all farmers who’ve attended - it’s worth it, we promise!

These events are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water under the Carbon Farming Outreach Program and from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate Smart Agriculture Program.