Join North Coast Local Land Services at Pigface Farm to look at basic irrigation systems, soil moisture monitoring, and how to improve your irrigation scheduling decisions.

Come and learn about:

The impact of irrigation and farm management practices on soil health and crop growth.

Understand crop water requirements.

Explore soil moisture monitoring, including installation and demonstration of soil moisture sensors.

Discuss irrigation scheduling, soil health principles and market gardening.

Learn practical tips for improving water use efficiency and irrigation performance.

Event details:

Farm tour, morning tea and lunch will be provided.
Numbers are limited. RSVP by 15th October 2026.

Contact: Ewan Leighton, Senior Agriculture Advisor on 0472 518 204 or via email at: ewan.leighton@lls.nsw.gov.au,

The WaterWise for the Future project is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust.

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