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RMU Virtual Farm Tour 2022 - Connorville Station

The 2022 Red Meat Updates Virtual Farm Tour was sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions and features the O'Connor family from Connorville Station, Cressy Tasmania. Connorville Station, located in Cressy, northern Tasmania is one of the oldest farming operations in the state. Continuously farmed by the O’Connor family since it’s establishment in 1824. Seventh generation producer, Roderic O’Connor and his wife, Kate take a pragmatic approach to farm management decisions, looking long-term to ensure the business’ resilience and sustainability. The property spans 17,200 hectares and covers numerous land classes, from flat, fertile ground through to undulating country and steep areas utilised for vegetation. Rather than applying a blanket approach to management practices across the property, Roderic has adopted practices suited to each land class, integrating each into a dynamic system that maximises efficiency of inputs such as fertiliser and water, and what is produced, whether it’s wool, meat, crops, or trees. Keeping track of such a dynamic business is made possible with clear and detailed records managed in a central system that supports decision making. Roderic and Kate’s experiences, both from an agricultural perspective and their involvement in other industries have helped to shape the business. Thinking outside the box and considering new opportunities while maintaining sustainable practices that care for their environment has seen Connorville continually evolve to keep up with markets. There has also been a significant emphasis placed on creating an environment for workers based on needs that extend beyond remuneration to attract and maintain staff. This approach is being passed on to the next generation and will see Connorville operating for many more generations to come.