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Getting started with environmental management in viticulture - Research to Practice� (PROfarm course)

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Name:	Getting started with environmental management in viticulture - Research to Practice�
Description:	A workshop to assist wine grape growers improve their environmental management through the use of an environmental assessment tool.
Cost:	After NSW Government subsidy, $290 incl. GST.
Course aims:	To improve awareness of environmental management in viticulture by using a risk assessment tool and developing customised environmental plans.
Learning outcomes:	Explain what environmental management is, and why it is needed in the wine grape industry Use the Viticulture Environmental Assessment tool (VERA) Explain the components of VERA and how these are linked to environmental management and environmental management systems Define the environmental context and scope of a business Identify and assess environmental risks of a business Prioritise environmental risks in a business Develop a simple environmental action plan Identify the importance of reviewing and improving environmental management systems
Length:	One day
Course program/structure:	Introduction Environmental management in viticulture Setting the scene - the environment in which you work Applying the VERA environmental assessment tool - how to use it Applying the VERA environmental assessment tool - practice Environmental Action Plans
Resources and method of delivery:	Participants receive a course manual. This course is delivered indoors.
Accreditation:	This is an industry-based non accredited course. This course was developed by the Grape and Wine Research Development Corporation.

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Murrumbidgee Rural Studies Centre, Yanco
Phone: 1800 628 422
Email: mrsc@dpi.nsw.gov.au