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Reducing Sediment Loss in the Fitzroy Basin
Remote Livestock Management Systems Case Study
Three central Queensland grazing enterprises have trialled an innovative Remote Livestock Management System focusing on reducing sediment loss and increasing productivity. The trail was supported by Fitzroy Basin Association through funding from the Queensland Government’s Reef Water Quality Program Innovation Fund. All project participants were located in the Fitzroy Basin on different land types and with different management systems in place. This case study explores each participant’s experience with the RLMS system.
Carbon Farming Flyer
Carbon Farming for central Queensland Landholders
Carbon farming is any agricultural practice that increases or preserves carbon in soil and vegetation. Scientists have observed that since the industrial revolution there is more carbon in the atmosphere. There are many benefits to be gained through carbon farming including increased productivity, income diversification, profitability and a healthier planet. By working with FBA, landholders have an opportunity to implement practices that increase and preserve carbon in plants and soils. The investment in carbon credits accrued through carbon farming is emerging as a priority for key industries such as transport, mining and aviation. The carbon market is providing a unique opportunity for landholders to improve their land condition as well as gain returns on productive, unproductive or unused land.
Paddock to Reef Flyer
How Sediment Affects the Reef
The Fitzroy Basin is the largest catchment draining to the Great Barrier Reef. Pollutants (like sediment) that enter waterways as far inland as Emerald can make their way to the reef, negatively impacting its health.
Grassroots Magazine
Grassroots Magazine
Blade by blade, the Grassroots Magazine illustrates how 13 landholders have improved land condition on their central Queensland properties. Filled with beautiful images and heartfelt stories the magazine showcases what’s achievable in the Fitzroy region through regenerative agriculture and hard work.
On-ground techniques for protecting local ecosystems
Restoration Guide
A best practice guide for natural landscape restoration projects along the Capricorn and Curtis coasts, including Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Gladstone.
Semi-Evergreen Vine Thicket Fact Sheet
SEVT Factsheet
Semi-Evergreen Vine Thicket (SEVT) is a type of rainforest. SEVT refers to an entire plant community – that is, all the different plant species that live together in one ecosystem.
Koala Habitat Fact Sheet
Koala Habitat Fact Sheet
Did you know some of the largest and healthiest koala populations in Queensland can be found right here co-existing with cattle grazing operations? Learn how you can make your grazing property koala friendly and what the benefits are of doing so.
GRASS Case Study
GRASS Case Study
Property owners Ben and Nicole Featherstone have been working hard to improve land condition on their central Queensland grazing property, 'Kenkara'. Learn how funding through the GRASS program is helping them to reach their goals.
