Small Farms series

Join our permaculture-themed workshops for smaller farms and blocks. Learn sustainable strategies for soil, water, and systems to boost resilience and productivity. Build sustainable and productive skills for small farm and lifestyle block management.

Event details:

Join our permaculture-inspired workshop series for small farms and lifestyle blocks. Delivered by Limestone Permaculture, in conjunction with Yeo Farm, learn practical, sustainable strategies and skills to work with nature, not against it, while improving productivity and resilience. From soil health and water management to integrated plant and animal systems, these sessions will help you create a thriving, regenerative property.

Workshops are structured to be able to tailor your learning by interest area or attend the whole series. It is recommended, where possible, to attend one of the two 'Introduction to permaculture design workshops' as these will set good foundational knowledge that will carry through the other sessions.

Attendance numbers are strictly limited, and a waitlist is available.

Workshop 1: Introduction to permaculture design (Lower Hunter)

Analyse and map your property to plan and manage holistically.

• Date and time: Friday February 6, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Location: Limestone Permaculture, Stroud Road, NSW

Workshop 2: Introduction to permaculture design (Manning Great Lakes)

Analyse and map your property to plan and manage holistically.

• Date and time: Friday February 20, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Location: Yeo Farm, Bulahdelah, NSW

Workshop 3: Building climate adaptation

With a focus on improving drought resilience and response to climate variability, water and trees highlight this workshop. Water management, calculating water harvesting opportunities, storage, design and use of shelterbelts.

• Date and time: Friday March 20, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Location: Limestone Permaculture, Stroud Road, NSW

Workshop 4: A practical guide to low-tech swales and contoured terraces

Swale/terrace project management, site set-out, resources and implementation.

• Date and time: Friday April 17, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Location: Yeo Farm, Bulahdelah, NSW

Workshop 5: In-situ composting for soil health & cycled production

Learn essential soil health techniques with in-situ composting and cycling biomass. Includes plant guild strategies and hands-on techniques.

• Date and time: Friday 29 May, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Location: Limestone Permaculture, Stroud Road, NSW

Workshop 6: Poultry integration and management

Integrating poultry, trees, plants, and structures for health and welfare, including rules/regs for small-scale poultry keeping from industry experts (inc. a veterinarian).

• Date and time: Friday 19 June, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Location: Limestone Permaculture, Stroud Road, NSW

Workshop 7: Espalier orchard systems - integrated, efficient and multifunctional

Understanding the benefits of espalier systems and their versatility of purpose. Planning, spatial strategies for practical establishment, and hands-on techniques.

• Date and time: Friday July 17, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Location: Yeo Farm, Bulahdelah, NSW

Additional details:

• Each workshop is $50.00 per person and includes morning tea, lunch, all-day refreshments, and resource materials to take home.

• Address provided on registration confirmation.

• No discounts for multiple session attendance.

• You can only attend one of the 'Introduction to permaculture design' workshops.

Contact: Lori McKern, Community Engagement Officer on 0419 186 271 or via email at: lori.mckern@lls.nsw.gov.au

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