Events
Design Your Farm workshop series is returning to Taree and Gloucester in 2026
Kim Deans is looking forwards to facilitating this series of workshops in collaboration with Hunter Local Land Services and Mid Coast Council again in 2026.
This is a five day workshop series for landholders on all scales to develop a whole farm plan, with the flexibility to attend all sessions or pick the ones that best suit your needs.
Participants receive a free, customised farm map, guidance in mapping, planning and implementing your ideas, and complete a comprehensive farm design with action plan.
Workshop Snapshot
Session 1: 6th of March
Understanding Your Context
Assess your natural resource base
Map current farm assets
Hands-on soil health testing
Session 2: 26th & 27th of March
Soil, Water & Land Capability
Water flow and runoff mapping
Land capability assessment
Pasture composition & landscape reading
Session 3: 23rd & 24th April
Ecosystems, Biodiversity & Cultural Heritage
Vegetation and habitat mapping
Biodiversity corridor assessment
Cultural heritage awareness
Session 4 – 14th & 15th of May (delivered by Hunter Local Land Services staff)
Pest & Weed Management
Weed and pest mapping
Plant ID & soil condition indicators
Practical control techniques
Session 5: 4th & 5th of June
Landscape Design Fundamentals
Ideal property layout design
Project planning, budgeting & action steps
What Participants Said Last Year
“Interactive, informative and good value.”
“Tremendous day.”
“Very valuable content and discussions.”
“Excellent—practical guidance to get started.”
“Great group discussions with excellent facilitation.”