Mentoring program for young farmers

Agriculture Victoria has an exciting new mentoring program for young farmers.

There will be 10 available places in the 2021 program.

Agriculture Victoria Young Farmer coordinator Sarah Wallis said the pilot program was designed to build a mentoring relationship between a young or new entrant farmer and an experienced farmer, which will be facilitated by a private consultant.

“This program offers young or inexperienced farmers an opportunity to build their professional support networks and learn one-on-one from a farmer who has years of farming experience and industry knowledge behind them,” Ms Wallis said.

She said participants with the benefit of their mentor’s knowledge and experience, will make better decisions, and thrive in their pursuit to be a successful farmer.

“In this way, mentors can ensure their knowledge, skills, and wisdom are passed on to the next generation of farmers.”

The young farmer will be supported by their mentor to develop their skills in: managing their farm business; identifying risks; and, developing strategies to build resilience and achieve their business goals.

Applications must be submitted by this Thursday, November 5.

The Young Farmer Mentoring Program will be facilitated by private consultants who will match young farmers with a suitable, experienced farmer.

More information on the program and the application process is available at www.agriculture.vic.gov.au/you ng-farmer-mentoring-program