A Note from our CEO ( Interim ) - Dr Nicola Watts
Since our amalgamation in March and subsequent official launch at Farm World in April, it has been all systems go at Food & Fibre Gippsland.
A note from our Co-Deputy Chairs
We are delighted to welcome Karen Cain, CEO of Latrobe Valley Authority, Graham, Scott from Regional Development Victoria and Mikaela Power, Mayor of Baw Baw Shire Council to our board.
Awards Season is Open !
It’s awards season in Gippsland with entries open in a number of programs, including our own Food & Fibre Gippsland Excellence in Agribusiness Awards. Awards programs give businesses the opportunity to showcase their achievements to their peers and the wider community, as well as promoting the region.
Be Part of the Gippsland Produce Brand Development Conversation !
Calling for expressions of interest from Gippslanders who would like to sit on the Produce Brand Steering Committee !
Free Workshop to learn more technology skills for your business
If you are a food and fibre producer wanting to learn more technological skills to build or diversify your business, there is an innovative workshop for Gippsland businesses next week at Federation University. Participation is free, but you need to register to secure your spot.
GIPPY Ag Programme connecting with future generations
The future food & fibre professionals and entrepreneurs across Gippsland are in schools right across the region now, and Food & Fibre Gippsland, together with CQ University, is working hard on showcasing the scientific and digital skills needed in the agricultural industry to attract the next generation workforce.
Global Table - Expressions of Interest to be part of a Gippsland Collaboration in September
Global Table is coming to Victoria in September and we are looking for Gippsland food & fibre businesses who would like to participate in presenting a collaborative Gippsland presence at the event.
GROW Gippsland - a Collaborative Programme
GROW Gippsland is a collaborative programme with business, government, community organisations and individuals working together to build a stronger local economy. Food & Fibre Gippsland is part of the Grow Gippsland Compact and we are committed to adding value to the Gippsland region.