Rural Landholders

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Byron Shire Council Guides for New Farmers and Landholders

Byron Shire Council has an agricultural extension officer who can do onsite farming consultations, visit Agriculture – Byron Shire Council to book a visit. They also have a number of resources.
Property Planning

Property Planning

As part of BVL’s Sustainable Agriculture grant and Byron Shire Council’s Rural Land Use Strategy two fact sheets were developed to help landholders develop a plan for their properties and understand some of the legislation that may affect them.

Sustainable Grazing on Small Farms Farmers Teaching Farmers

Sustainable Grazing on Small Farms: Farmers Teaching Farmers

Brunswick Valley Landcare’s booklet is available in hard copy from the Byron Shire Council Building and the Rural Co-op in Mullumbimby or contact the Landcare Support Officer. 

Ten Ways to Improve the Natural Assets on a Farm

Ten Ways to Improve the Natural Assets on a Farm

Stock and Waterways: A NSW Managers Guide

Stock and Waterways Print Edition

Stock and Waterways: A NSW Managers Guide

Want to better manage your stock and waterways for productivity and environmental benefits?The Australian River Restoration Centre, WaterNSW and Rivers of Carbon have put together an updated (2019) practical guide to help New South Wales farmers.