Panel | Building Drought Resilience through Collaborative Innovation - Addressing the Problem

06 Aug 2025
Main Stage

This session will bring together leaders across Victoria to explore how collaborative models - such as the Vic Hub - are driving innovation in agriculture. Drawing on insights from the Vic Hub framework, the panel will explore the importance of defining the right problem, through the lens of the four stages of drought. Panellists will discuss how semi-structured consultation and strong partnerships leads to more targeted solutions. Additionally, the panel will highlight how these efforts contribute to enhancing resilience, while supporting sustainable and efficient agricultural practices.

Speakers
John Bennett
John Bennett, Farmer, previous Chair of GRDC Southern Panel
Cam Nicholson
Cam Nicholson, Farmer and Consultant with Nicon Rural Services
Fiona Best
Fiona Best, CEO, Birchip Cropping Group
Sara Hely
Dr Sara Hely, Director, Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption & Innovation Hub