Agriculture in NSW

Find information, advice and support for farming and agriculture. Access tools, research and local services. Improve productivity, profitability and sustainability.

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Agriculture supports regional communities, jobs and food production across NSW. Find information on crops, horticulture, livestock systems, soil, water, farm business, research and local support. 

Looking for broader farming information? For information on livestock, drought, biosecurity, grants and more, visit Primary industries and farming

Horticulture

Best practice for industries including fresh fruit, vegetables, wine and nuts.
 

Cropping systems

Information for broadacre farming, grains, pulses and oilseed production.

 

 

Pastures

Managing grasses, legumes and pastures to support grazing, animal health, soil condition and farm resilience.

Water management

Irrigation, water efficiency and sustainable water management to support crops, pastures and livestock.

Soil and land health

Healthy soils and sustainable land management practices to support crop growth, pasture quality, environmental resilience.

Farm business

Tools and resources for farm business planning, including budget guides and templates.

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How we can help

Local Land Services provides extension, advisory and capacity building services to agricultural producers.

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development provides agricultural research, technical information and industry resources to support farming and agricultural businesses across NSW.

Agriculture projects and support

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Waterwise for the future

On-farm training and technical support to help growers adopt sustainable water and nutrient management practices. 

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Pasture monitoring in the rangelands

Supporting landholders to monitor pasture productivity in the Western rangelands.

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Improving soil condition and management practice

Supporting discussion groups, monitoring land condition and building a soil knowledge database.

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Upcoming events

Latest agriculture news

Media release

Hidden hazards in the feed shed

South East Local Land Services is reminding livestock producers to carefully check hay, grain and silage for mould contamination, with poor-quality fodder posing serious risks to animal health, welfare and productivity.
Media release

Workshop to support small acreage landholders

Hunter Local Land Services is inviting small acreage landholders to take part in a two-day permaculture design workshop in Scone this June, following strong demand for its recent Small Farms Series.
Media release

99% efficient bioreactors, but whole-farm action matters

Horticultural producers on the North Coast are being encouraged to strengthen on-farm nutrient management, with innovative woodchip bioreactors proving their effectiveness in significantly reducing fertiliser pollution entering local waterways.
Media release

Forum to help landholders cash in on natural capital opportunities

Greater Sydney Local Land Services is inviting landholders to attend an upcoming one-day forum focused on sustainable agriculture, natural capital and the future of farming on Sydney’s urban fringe. 
Ministerial media release

Drought support increased for farmers across affected areas

The Minns Labor Government is expanding its drought plan with new financial support products and services for farmers and communities as dry conditions continue across parts of NSW.

Recent publications

Plan

Plant biosecurity program plan

This program works with farmers, land managers, industries and governments to prevent and manage pests and diseases affecting agricultural plants and pollinators.
Podcast

Good Neighbours podcast series

The 4-part Good Neighbours series on the Pastoral Poddy podcast looks at how landholders across the rangelands are tackling pests, weeds, and biosecurity challenges together.
Webinar

Managing pasture production in winter

This webinar offers advice on planning ahead to manage pasture and livestock over winter following a dry autumn. Learn about feed options for your livestock and maximising winter pasture growth.
Compliance

Western Community Advisory Group Terms of Reference

Scope, goals and guidance for Local Land Services Western advisory groups.
Compliance

South East Community Advisory Group Terms of Reference

Scope, goals and guidance for Local Land Services South East advisory groups.

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