Food & Fibre Gippsland representatives Rod Hayes and Merrin Curnow attended the recent REG Committee Meeting & ‘AI in Ag Masterclass’ in San Remo hosted by the Bass Coast Shire Council, gaining first-hand insight into how artificial intelligence can be used as a practical tool to support Gippsland’s farming and agribusiness sectors.

Across Gippsland, our growers work hard to produce the fresh, high‑quality food our region is known for. Yet every year, tonnes of edible produce never make it to market—not because it isn’t nutritious or delicious, but due to size, shape, cosmetic imperfections, oversupply, or market pressures.

Food & Fibre Gippsland (F&FG) has a commitment to sustainability, reducing food waste and strengthening community resilience. For this reason, we are proud to support the important work of Foodbank Victoria and to help connect their team with growers across our region as they expand their innovative GROW program.

Gippsland’s food and fibre sectors are entering one of the most important periods in our region’s history — and Food & Fibre Gippsland (F&FG) is stepping forward with renewed energy, purpose, and confidence.

After months of engagement with stakeholders, thoughtful review, and careful planning, we’re preparing to release our 2026–2029 Strategic Plan — a bold roadmap designed to strengthen our industries, grow our region, and position Gippsland as a national leader in sustainable, innovative food and fibre production.

And we can’t wait to share it with you.

Over recent months, this project has delivered a highly productive and impactful program of activities across Gippsland, with a strong focus on hands-on learning, farmer engagement and improved fodder management. Through a series of well-attended events, local producers have gained increased knowledge, confidence and technical capability in hay and silage production—skills that are increasingly critical under changing seasonal conditions.