Cindy Lucas will certainly be a familiar name for those interested in Calf Rearing. She became a contract calf rearer in Mudgegonga, in North East Victoria, after she retired from teaching and working in the Mining Industry. Although the plan was never to become a calf rearer, it was only after she purchased a property in 2009 with a calf shed, specially designed for contract calf rearing on it, that the passion for calves began.

In this week's episode she shares how the Black Saturday fires kickstarted her rearing career, how she grew from 100 calves in her first year to anywhere between 500 & 600 calves yearly. We discuss the process of rearing, her tips and tricks for rearing calves, how she learnt the technical skills herself as well as her new role in farmer support with Dasco Daviesway.

Cindy loves to share her knowledge and is an active member of the Calf Rearing Australia Facebook Page, so don't hesitate to get in touch with her.

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In the spirit of reconciliation we would like to acknowlegde the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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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