Welcome to Farm Writers |
The Farm Writers' Association of NSW holds monthly lunches and regular evening functions to bring people involved in farming, food and fibre together with agribusiness leaders and rural journalists, to discuss issues and developments in the NSW farm sector. |
 | A new paradigm to cool the planetWe're back in person for our regular monthly lunches!The Mulloon Institute is supporting farmers across the country to rehydrate and restore their land - building soil carbon, increasing vegetation cover and boosting biodiversity. Join Farm Writers on 26 February to hear how it’s building resilience to drought, bushfire and flood, as well as helping to cool the planet. Chair and former Eden-Monaro MP Gary Nairn AO, and CEO Carolyn Hall, will discuss the organisation’s history and the current projects being undertaken by its team of scientists, hydrologists and researchers. Farm Writers Lunch: Friday 26 February, 12 for 12:30pm |
Speaker presentationsWednesday December 9: A conversation with Resilience NSW Commissioner Resilience NSW Commissioner, Shane Fitzsimmons provided some amazing insights on life and leadership as well as reflecting on the 2019-20 bushfires. He also provided an overview of his new role that is focused on preparing our communities and landscapes for future challenges. Farm Writers Star Prize Journalist Nadia Daly (ABC) led the conversation. Prior speakers can be accessed via the Speakers Archives link and are on our YouTube channel. |