Small landholders in Western Australia

In Western Australia, small landholders (1-100ha) are responsible for an estimated 60 000 properties, totalling 650 000 hectares of agricultural land being used for a range of agricultural activities and levels, and different lifestyles.

Small landholders are usually located on the outer edges of urban development in towns and cities with their impact on water resources and quality, land condition and biosecurity more concentrated in these areas.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development has information available to assist small landholders to effectively manage their property, land and water resources, and agricultural production.

Articles

Livestock water requirements and water budgeting for south-west Western Australia

26 November 2013

Adequate supplies of good quality stock water are just as important as feed supplies during summer, a period when feed and water quantity and quality are at their lowest in the agricultural areas o
Keeping horses on small properties

1 November 2013

Many small landholders with horses are often interested in knowing how they can best manage their property in a way that reduces impacts, yet maximises the benefits and their enjoyment.
Managing erosion on your small property

29 November 2013

Soil erosion looks unsightly and greatly compromises the sustainability and profitability of your farm. Managing soil to minimise erosion is essential.
Quality assurance schemes for fresh produce

4 November 2013

Fresh food businesses are faced with the challenge of creating a food safety culture, maintaining best practice and retaining customer confidence, while effectively managing overall costs.
Livestock management for small landholders in Western Australia

28 November 2016

Owning livestock on a small property comes with responsibilities to the animals, neighbours, the environment, and in many cases to legislation, whether the livestock are for production, pets, or ot
Soil sampling and testing on a small property

11 November 2013

Accurate soil tests allow small landholders to make sound decisions about fertiliser management for productive crops and pastures.
Starting an aquaculture operation in Western Australia

4 October 2013

Aquaculture is one of Australia’s fastest growing primary industries.
Basics of alpaca keeping

1 November 2013

Many Western Australians are drawn to the alpaca's versatility and the low impact they have on the natural environment.
Introduction to dairy goat farming for small landholders

16 October 2013

The Australian dairy goat industry is relatively small, but there is an increasing consumer demand for healthy and exotic dairy products.
Cattle production for small landholders

22 January 2015

Are you considering cattle on your property? Then checklist yourself for cattle farming and the road ahead!