On Friday 17th June, Central West Local Land Services, joined with the Australian National University (ANU) Sustainable Farms team, held a Healthy Farm Dams Workshop in Trundle.
The field day was for attendees to learn about the latest research into the benefits of enhancing farm dams.
The day included:
• Visiting farm dams on the property of local farmer, Boyd Aveyard, that has fencing and planting for erosion control.
• Ecologist, Dan Florance, discussing the importance of farm dams in the landscape and the benefits of enhancing farm dams from an ecological and farming production point of view.
• ANU Agricultural Economist, Helen Clayton shared the latest research into cost-benefit analysis on farm dams.
• An overview from Central West LLS Senior Land Services Officer, Jasmine Wells.
• A discussion of practical advice on ways to enhance farm dams.
Morning tea and lunch was provided to those who attended.

Image Credit: Sustainable Farms Facebook Page. Source: Central West Local Land Services Facebook Page and website.