Farm Water Management Workshop – Henty

Learn how to develop a comprehensive plan that covers water storage, supply assessment, and demand estimation for livestock and agricultural activities.

Use Tocal College resources for effective water management and future planning. Don’t miss out on valuable tools to ensure your farm is well prepared for changes in water availability and requirements.

Program:

  • Peter Smith, Sapphire Irrigation
    • Farm Water Plan: water budgeting, water supply and on-farm planning, designing and installing a supply/storage system.
  • Mark Corrigan, Murray Local Land Services
    • Impact of water quality on livestock performance.
    • Managing water quality for stock and down-stream users.
  • Natural Resources Access Regulator
    • Legislative considerations and harvestable rights.
  • Rural Financial Counselling Service NSW
    • What financial resources are available.
    • Who is eligible.
    • Loans and grants.

During the workshop, each farmer will have the opportunity to design a water management plan for their own farm with one-on-one support. There are very limited spots available, get in quick! Book now.

This is a Southern NSW Drought and Innovation Hub project funded by the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. Proudly supported by Murray Local Land Services and delivered by Riverine Plains.

When
16 May 2024 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Region
Murray; Riverina

Where
Henty Library
30 Sladen Street
Henty

Contact
Paul Simpson
Senior Land Services Officer – Mixed Farming Systems
Phone 0439 384 749
paul.simpson@lls.nsw.gov.au

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