The Southern Rangelands Forum brings together pastoralists, Traditional Owners, researchers, government, industry and investors to explore the future of Australia’s Southern Rangelands.

Held during the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP), the forum provides an opportunity to connect regional experience with international learnings through practical discussion, research, innovation and collaboration.

Together, delegates will explore opportunities to strengthen productive, resilient and profitable pastoral businesses while supporting sustainable land stewardship.

More than a conference, the Southern Rangelands Forum is designed to foster collaboration, encourage new ideas and identify practical initiatives that can be progressed across the Southern Rangelands over the next 12 months.

The forum will explore key issues shaping the future of Australia’s Southern Rangelands, including:

• The Future of the Southern Rangelands & Global Rangelands
  Policy, reform and international perspectives shaping the future operating environment.
• Landscape Resilience for Pastoral Profit
  Practical approaches to improving productivity, resilience and sustainable land management.
• Emerging Opportunities
  Diversification through tourism, natural capital, renewable energy, carbon markets and complementary land uses.
• International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists
  International learnings and what they mean for Australia’s Southern Rangelands.
• Innovation Showcase
  Sharing innovative projects, research, technology and business ideas from across the rangelands.