Every drop counts: Farm water management field day

LEARN, PLAN, AND OPTIMISE YOUR ON-FARM WATER MANAGEMENT

What we'll cover

• Discussion at the farm dam about its history, current use, and key considerations for water storage and drought planning.
• Conversations on drought strategies and the importance of having a water management plan.
• Technical insights into constructing, maintaining, and improving farm dams and storage systems.
• Biodiversity and water quality assessment and its impact on livestock performance.
• Understanding water metrics: how to calculate and manage your farm’s water needs.
• Solutions for delivering water where and when you need it.
• Start working on your own Farm Water Management Plan with guidance from expert Peter Smith (Sapphire Irrigation).
• Ongoing support available with follow-up advisory sessions to help you finalise your plan.

Hear from

• Sayra Samudio, Riverine Plains – Project overview and drought strategy insights.
• David Thompson, Subject matter expert – Farm dam construction, maintenance, and water storage systems.
• TBC – Site biodiversity and vegetation assessment.
• Martin Preuss, Murray LLS (DAOP)– Water quality impact on livestock performance.
• Peter Smith, Sapphire Irrigation – Farm water budgeting and planning distribution systems.

For more information, please contact Riverine Plains Extension Officer, Sayra Samudio.