On-farm flood recovery

Access flood recovery resources for NSW landholders, including on-farm support, technical advice, animal health help and pasture recovery tips.

Herd of cattle moving through flood waters

Farm flood recovery guidance

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A herd of cows grazing in a paddock near the edge of floodwaters

Livestock health after floods

Floods and ongoing rain can harm livestock health and welfare. Know the risks, spot the warning signs, and take steps to keep your animals safe.

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3 horses in a paddock during heavy rain

Horse care after floods

Floods can seriously affect horse health. Get advice on health checks, feeding, infection risks and when to call a vet.

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grazing cattle in a field with stacks of wrapped hay behind them

Managing a small beef herd in wet conditions

Get expert tips on feeding, agistment, pasture care, budgeting and keeping your cattle healthy during wet weather.

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Aerial shot of flood impacted fields

Planting pasture and crops after a flood

Practical advice on crop selection, soil health and pasture recovery after floods.

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a waterlogged field of crops after a rainfall event

Managing waterlogging in crops

Learn how waterlogging affects soil and crops, how to assess damage after heavy rain and what strategies can help support recovery.

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A sowed field of crops growing

Denitrification in cereal crops

Understand how waterlogging leads to nitrogen loss through denitrification, and explore ways to assess, restore and manage nitrogen levels.

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An on-farm composting site

Composting flood spoilage

Floods can leave behind contaminated feed and dead livestock. On-farm composting offers a practical, environmentally responsible way to manage waste.

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Flood affected small native rodent

Helping wildlife affected by floods

Find out what to do if you see injured wildlife after floods. Get contact details for help and learn how to create safe, flood-resilient habitat on your property.

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An eroded riverbank with two cows grazing on plants along the edge of the drop off

Managing erosion before and after floods

Learn how to manage erosion before and after floods using vegetation, fencing, expert advice and safe structural works to protect riparian zones and waterways.

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Greater Sydney haystack farm tanks garage

Prevent hay shed fires after flooding

Learn how to reduce the risk of hay shed fires after flooding. Find safety tips on storage, moisture control and reusing water-damaged hay.

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Overhead view of a small stream running through a forest area with thick green fern ground cover and leaf-litter.

Private native forests and flood

Advice for landholders with Private Native Forestry Plans on managing forest infrastructure after flood or prolonged rainfall.

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A landslip under a bridge in regional NSW

How LLS supports landholders after an emergency

Local Land Services helps communities across NSW recover from natural disasters by supporting long-term recovery and building resilient landscapes.

Black and white cows stand in a cattle race while floodwaters rise up to their knees.

Get industry-specific support after floods

Industry bodies offer practical resources and advice to help producers manage and recover from floods. Find tools and information tailored to your sector.

Funding and other support

Recovering from flood impacts takes time, resources and the right support. Whether you need financial help, mental health support or on-farm assistance, there are services available to guide you through recovery and build resilience for the future.

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