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Knowing your farm\u2019s natural assets is key to making good decisions about managing your land. Natural assets include things like existing trees, creeks, rocky outcrops and native grasslands.<\/p>\n
Protecting and connecting these natural areas is the best approach when planting new plants and restoring your land. This also helps protect any cultural sites that might be there.<\/p>\n
Your farm\u2019s natural assets provide benefits like shade, shelter, pest control and supporting plants reproduction. All these benefits together are called environmental services, and they form part of the natural capital on your land.<\/p>\n
Keeping track of your natural assets and their condition over time is called natural capital accounting. This can help you see how your land is doing over time and communicate the wider environmental benefits (like clean air or water) being generated on your land to others.<\/p>\n
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Find out more…<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|false” border_color_all=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.lls.nsw.gov.au\/help-and-advice\/natural-capital<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.environment.nsw.gov.au\/research-and-publications\/our-science-and-research\/our-research\/natural-capital-and-economics\/natural-capital#:~:text=Natural%20capital%20is%20similar%20to,our%20streams%2C%20rivers%20and%20oceans<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.csiro.au\/en\/research\/natural-environment\/natural-resources\/natural-capital-accounting<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/revegetation.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-28-102356.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2024-08-28 102356″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Planning revegetation \u201cWhy Tree\u201d (Image Concept Design – Lou Bull \/ Artwork – Shelby Lyons)<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Inter||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The following pages, which form Part One of the printed guides, address the design principles and techniques for revegetation for different purposes and cover the basics, including:<\/p>\n There are also additional sections (accessible via the main menu) that provide plant lists for each of the vegetation profiles through the Riverina and South West Slopes, and details for the more common plant species listed.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Create a whole-farm vision” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n 1. Assess your farm<\/strong> 2. Create a vision<\/strong> 3. Have long-term plans<\/strong> 4. Be ready to adapt to events<\/strong> 5. Improve efficiency<\/strong> 6. Revegetation planning<\/strong> 7. Budget and investment<\/strong> 8. Collaborate<\/strong> 9. Site-specific considerations<\/strong> 10. Seek expert advice<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”#326622″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_color=”#9dbf9e” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Find out more…<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|false” border_color_all=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.lls.nsw.gov.au\/__data\/assets\/pdf_file\/0003\/1277517\/8340_PPW_LLSPlant-your-patch_compressed.pdf<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.greeningaustralia.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/GUIDE_A-guide-for-establishing-native-vegetation-in-Victoria.pdf<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.aabr.org.au\/images\/stories\/resources\/planting\/PlantingBrochure.pdf<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Restoration or revegetation?” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n The landscape was once covered in native vegetation. But now it varies on a continuum from highly degraded (where introduced species have completely replaced native vegetation, such as on farming land with pastures and crops), to patches of good condition with high biodiversity and First Ntions cultural values. All sites on any farm are somewhere on this continuum (see Figure 3 below).<\/p>\n The condition of the native vegetation reflects its resilience \u2013 its ability to recover and regenerate. Always work first on the good sites that are still resilient and able to improve with low levels of intervention (e.g., grazing management, weed control).<\/p>\n Sites with less resilience or no ability to improve on their own can be targeted for revegetation.<\/p>\n Use this site assessment sheet to assess the condition of your site and which strategy for restoration best suits its condition.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_color=”#9dbf9e” border_color_all=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Find out more…<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|false” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”#9dbf9e” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.lls.nsw.gov.au\/regions\/northern-tablelands\/key-projects\/farm-planning<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ 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Conservation Trust: Restoring Native Vegetation<\/a><\/p>\n National Standards for Ecological Restoration: <\/span>https:\/\/www.seraustralasia.org\/<\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n\n
Take a comprehensive look at your entire farm, including its natural resources, assets, and current state. Consider how it fits into the local farming area and region.<\/p>\n
Imagine what you want your farm to be like in the next 10, 20 and 50 years. What are your goals and aspirations?<\/p>\n
Have long-term plans focused on specific outcomes. For instance, you might aim to increase vegetation cover and biodiversity for sustainability, address salinity or erosion issues, create habitat for threatened species, or promote carbon sequestration.<\/p>\n
Be prepared when sudden events like fires or floods create opportunities for change. Prioritise tasks like fencing and erosion control when necessary.<\/p>\n
Identify less productive areas on your farm and find ways to improve efficiency in the most productive areas.<\/p>\n
When planning revegetation areas, consider realigning fencing to optimise paddock numbers, adjusting paddock configurations, and incorporating laneways, holding paddocks, and new watering points.<\/p>\n
Having a whole-farm plan and vision allows you to allocate time and resources effectively. Recognise where you might need external investment.<\/p>\n
Engage with others in your district or region. Look for objectives or projects you can contribute to collectively.<\/p>\n
Think about unique features on your land, such as threatened wildlife species, cultural sites, or special land formations (like rocky outcrops, wetlands, or grasslands). Discover any specific requirements related to environmental markets or private land conservation agreements.<\/p>\n
Research and consult local organisations like Landcare or local natural resource management agencies for guidance and support. They can provide valuable insights and help you achieve your farm goals.<\/p>\n\n
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