Brigalow’s Roots: First Nations Knowledge and Agricultural Future
Posted on July 16th, 2025
Brigalow is a species of acacia (Acacia harpophylla), an ecological community and also the name of the wider bioregion. It once covered thousands of hectares, but sadly, due to land clearing over the years, less than 10% of Brigalow country remains today.
For thousands of years, Brigalow Country has been home to many First Nations peoples. FBA are working together with First Nations peoples and central Queensland land managers to improve the health of Brigalow for agricultural, environmental and cultural outcomes.
Across the Fitzroy region, action is focusing on:
- habitat restoration, including weed control, improved grazing practices and fire management on private land
- pest control, including managing feral cats, pigs and foxes in these areas.
Although once cleared to make room for agricultural practices, Brigalow has many agricultural benefits, including deep roots that stabilise soil and help prevent erosion, while also releasing nutrients into the ground. When ecosystems like Brigalow are healthy and intact, they also act as natural carbon sinks capturing and holding carbon in trees, plants, and soil.
Brigalow also provides vital habitat for a range of threatened plants and animals. Brigalow country is known for its unique biodiversity, with many species found nowhere else in the world. It is home to more than 200 threatened animal and plant species.
Watch the video below for more information on Brigalow or reach out to FBA today to start your Brigalow in grazing journey.
