Ravensthorpe Agricultural Initiative Network (RAIN)
Description
The Ravensthorpe Agricultural Initiative Network (RAIN) is a farmer driven group focused on best practice farming systems and the sustainable use of natural resources in the Ravensthorpe area and surrounds on the South Coast of Western Australia. The central network is responsible for coordinating landcare and production projects across the region. RAIN is governed by a committee comprising representatives of the various geographic areas of the shire and is well supported by the community.
Activities/Projects
Salt tolerant pasture trials
GRDC RCSN Ripper Gauge Project
South Coast NRM – Australian Government, National Landcare Program project
GRDC RCSN Ripper Gauge Project
South Coast NRM – Australian Government, National Landcare Program project
Past Accomplishments
Formed in 2001 Numerous successful events including field days, crop updates and lunch & learns Support the Jerdacuttup Top Crop & Pasture Group and Lakes Grower Group
Sponsors
GrainGrowers, Agrimaster
Ravensthorpe Agricultural Initiative Network (RAIN)
PO Box 292, Ravensthorpe, WA, 6346