By Dongyun Kwon
An event regarding birds on farms will be held by Yarra Ranges Landcare Network on Saturday 27 April in Gruyere Hall.
The event Birds on Farm Talk and Survey is a free event where participants can learn about BirdLife’s Birds on Farms project.
Yarra Ranges Landcare Network landcare facilitator Corey McFadyen said the project aims to help landowners manage their properties in a way that increases farm productivity as well as benefits birds.
“They [BirdLife Australia] provide habitat plans to landholders and also assist them to seek funding for revegetation and rehabilitation works on their land,” he said.
“It [Birds on Farms project] is to increase the amount and diversity of native birds.
“There’s research that shows that having more birds on your property, particularly small birds, can increase the quality of your soil which can lead to better productivity on your farm.”
After the information session, participants will conduct a bird survey in the Gruyere Recreation Reserve to learn how to survey birds on their property.
Mr McFadyen said they’re going to use the Birdlife’s survey technique.
“They [Birdlife Australia] have got volunteers to go out and help birds on farms,” he said.
“They’ll help the participants monitor bird activity as a part of the project.
“You can see how bird life is changing.”
Gruyere Hall, the event venue, is located at the corner of Killara and Cahillton Roads.
For more information, contact Mr McFadyen via c.mcfadyen@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
