B+LNZ Webinar Series: Grow Your Own People, Grow your Farm

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This four-part series is aimed to equip farmers with the knowledge and skills to train others confidently and effectively on their farms, leading to improved competence, confidence and productivity. 

Make Friday lunches a team a team affair and join us online with a variety of subject matter specialists and farmers sharing their learnings and experiences.  

Keep a look out for speaker announcements and updates. 

You can choose to register for all parts or just the one that interests you.

Part 1: Understanding how people learn

When: 30 May 

  • Why understanding different learning styles is crucial for effective farm training.
  • Setting the stage and approach for the diverse learning needs within farm teams. 

Part 2: Effective on-farm training methods  

When: 13 June 

  • Understanding a range of effective on-farm training methods.
  • How do develop a plan for effective on-farm training.

Part 3: Measuring confidence and competency  

When: 27 June 

  • Gauging when your team members has the knowledge and skills to do the task you’ve trained them in
  • Different ways to measure competence and confidence 

Part 4: Working with different generations of people effectively  

When: 11 July

  • How to communicate effectively with different generations people.
  • How to recognise signs of struggle and provide support.

Speaker bios

Lee Astridge – subject matter expert speaker for parts 1 & 3

Lee Astridge from No8HR has been involved in on-farm training and learning for over 20 years and has a wealth of experience in adult learning needs across a range of demographics.

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Carolyn Patchett – subject matter expert speaker for part 2

Carolyn brings extensive experience and passion to food and fibre vocational education. Carolyn (Primary ITO) coaches staff for work-based learner success, drawing on her tertiary teaching background in horticulture and agriculture. 

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Marianne Auburn – subject matter expert speaker for part 2

Marianne also brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for vocational education in the food and fibre sector. Marianne (Agriculture Sector Manager), a former farmer and teacher, translates on-farm needs into practical relevant training. Together, they are dedicated to growing capability across the food and fibre sector through practical, learner-focused education.

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Find out more

All enquires to Olivia Weatherburn: olivia.weatherburn@beeflambnz.com or call 027 801 7868. 

Webinar sessions

Register for a workshop below.

Title Date Time Register
Parts 1-4 30 May - 11 July 11am - 12:15pm
Part 1: Understanding How People Learn 30 May 11am - 12:15pm
Part 2: Effective On-farm Training Methods 13 June 11am - 12:15pm
Part 3: Measuring Confidence and Competency 27 June 11am - 12:15pm
Part 4: Working with Different Generations of People Effectively 11 July 11am - 12:15pm