Make meaningful improvements to your land and processes

At FBA, we’re here to help. No one knows your land like you do, and every property is unique. That’s why we take a tailored approach to each collaboration, supporting you to improve productivity while caring for the long-term health of your land.

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How we support land managers

Our team of passionate specialists work closely with land managers across central Queensland to provide practical support, including: 

On-ground support – technical advice and planning for infrastructure mapping, erosion control and prevention, improving groundcover and soil health, and identifying opportunities to enhance environmental outcomes while supporting productive and resilient landscapes.  

Training and workshops – delivering practical workshops, field days, masterclasses, and peer-to-peer learning opportunities that help land managers build skills, share knowledge, and apply new ideas on the ground.  

Connections – linking you with services, training, networks and funding opportunities. 

Tools and resources – providing guides, decision-making tools, and shared knowledge to support your management goals. 

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Support tailored to your property

Every property is different. FBA works with you to understand your goals and identify available support options.

Step 1: Have a chat with us

The first step is a conversation with one of our experienced team members. We'll take the time to understand your property, your goals and where you are on your journey, then explore how FBA can support you. Whether it's connecting you with a suitable program, providing practical advice or introducing you to the right people, we'll help identify the opportunities that best fit your needs and support your next steps.

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Step 2: Property visit

If eligible, we'll come out to your property to have a conversation about what's working well, what challenges you're facing and what you'd like to achieve. Using our Rules of Thumb as a tool, we'll work alongside you to build a tailored guide and connect you with the right advice, resources and programs to help you reach your goals.

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The Rules of Thumb

Explore our Rules of Thumb below for an introduction to FBA’s approach. During property visits, these six areas help guide conversations about your land, your goals and practical steps towards a more productive, sustainable business.

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Invest in Business & People

  • Grow people capability

  • Set business goals and direction

  • Establish your herd management objectives

  • Keep effective records

  • Turn data into decisions

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Map and Monitor

  • Map property and infrastructure

  • Assess land condition

  • Establish monitoring sites

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Know your land capability

  • Understand your land types

  • Discover your land’s capability and limitations

  • Manage groundcover

  • Manage and prevent erosion

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Graze for pasture regeneration

  • Identify pasture species

  • Match stocking rate with carrying capacity

  • Encourage maximum pasture quality and quantity

  • Improve the condition of your land

  • Calculate how much pasture is in your paddock (pasture budgeting)

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Manage your production systems

  • Plan herd management activities

  • Prepare a drought management plan

  • Understand the nutritional requirements of your livestock

  • Understand climate forecasts and drivers

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Foster your natural assets

  • Improve soil health

  • Manage waterways and wetlands

  • Consider habitat features and connectivity

  • Value trees in grazing systems

No workshops coming up?

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Resources and Tools

FBA is supporting land managers on ground as well as online. Browse through our handy resources and make them your go to pocket guides.

Building Healthy Waterways

Healthy waterways play a big role in keeping properties productive and landscapes in good shape.

Follow along as we share regular updates from the field, showcasing how this work comes to life and the real difference they’re making on the ground.

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Request a call

To get started, simply fill out the form with your details and tell us a little about how we can help. We’ll then get in touch for a friendly chat to learn more, explore the opportunities available, and talk you through the next steps.

Stay up to date

See the latest information for land managers and explore the range of projects we’ve collaborated on.