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East Gippsland Agricultural Sector Advisory Committee welcomes new members to strengthen engagement with farming
East Gippsland's Agricultural Sector Advisory Committee welcomed new members, enhancing council's connection with farming communities while tackling key priorities like renewable energy, drought resilience, mental health, and pest animal challenges.
The East Gippsland Agricultural Sector Advisory Committee (ASAC) has welcomed a new cohort of members, marking an exciting new chapter in council's engagement with the region's agricultural sector. At its meeting on 20 August, seven new individual members and a representative from the Gippsland Agricultural Group joined the Committee, bringing fresh perspectives, broad experience, and renewed energy to ASAC's strategic advisory role.
Members of ASAC including the seven new members and a representative from the Gippsland Agricultural Group had their first meeting in the council chambers on 20 August
Agriculture committee priorities
Each new member shared their background and passion for agriculture, setting a strong foundation for collaboration in the years ahead. ASAC plays a vital role in advising council on issues that matter to East Gippsland's farming industries and rural communities. The Committee provides strategic insights that guide council's policy direction, advocacy, and support for the agricultural sector.
Key topics discussed at the meeting included:
- Economic implications of offshore renewable energy projects in Gippsland
- Review of ASAC's performance and structure
- Drought preparedness and resilience, sparked by a recent visit from Tom McIntosh MP
- Importance of mental health support in rural communities and
- Oongoing concerns around pest animal management, with members highlighting the need for stronger advocacy and coordinated action
For further information, please contact council's Agribusiness Development Officer, Kaylene Wickham, on 03 5153 9450.
Pictures from East Gippsland Shire Council website.
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