Farm Dam Enhancement Field Day - Little Swanport with Landcare Tasmania and NRM South
Boomer Creek Vineyard
Little Swanport
October 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 2pm
Join Landcare Tasmania, NRM South, the Australian National University’s Sustainable Farms program, and other experts for a half-day field day designed for farmers, property owners and Landcare members interested in improving farm dams within the Little Swanport Catchment. Learn about the production, ecosystem, and drought resilience benefits from improved farm dam management.
When: Tuesday, 20 May 10am-2pm
Where: Boomer Creek Vineyard, Cellar door
What to expect:
- Scientists from the ANU will share the latest scientific research on the many benefits of enhancing farms dams.
- Dam visits and hear from local farmers on their FDE experience.
- The practical steps involved in enhancing a farm dam
- Benefits for agricultural production and stock health
- Set-up and maintenance of reticulation systems and important consideration
- Opportunity to access left-over piping for reticulation and feedlot systems, with examples on the day.
- How to submit an EOI for funding to enhance your dam through Landcare Tasmania's "Catchment Connect" Project
Free event. Lunch included. Please dress for all weather conditions.
This project received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Tasmanian Landcare Fund.
Will you come?
