Mary Burgess is an absolute inspiration. Whilst teaching in South West Victoria, she closed her eyes and stuck a pin in a map looking for her next adventure and found it on a farm in Swanpool in Northern Victoria. She has spent the last 37 years alongside husband Derek as a Dairy Farmer, splitting her time between teaching and the farm. After retiring 16 years ago, Mary became full time on the farm and has loved every moment. Sadly Derek died earlier this year and although she's been questioned about the future of the farm, she is adamant she isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

She may not be as physically active anymore, but she is definitely still as sharp as a tack and in this epsiode she shares how she managed her time, her involvement within the community, the changes and developments over the years both on the farm and within the industry as well as giving us an insight into just how fulfilling a life spent within dairy can be.

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PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY CREAM OF THE CROP

Cream of the Crop is a two day conference, with an opportunity for women in the dairy industry to come together to learn, connect and grow. Recognising the contribution, regardless of their role, they make to the industry and their wider community. Although the 2023 conference is over, planning is underway for the 2024 event and it's going to be wonderful.

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