Withstanding adversity
Making a difference together
Geographe farmers are on the ground, every day, making a difference in our catchment. So by empowering local farmers with the knowledge and skills to adopt climate-smart and sustainable agricultural practices, it’s not just benefiting the environment, it helps to support the whole agricultural community.
Established in 2021, ‘Geographe Farmers protecting Geographe Bay’ recognises the importance of farmers working collectively to make a difference – looking after the environment and supporting a thriving and sustainable agriculture industry.
By participating in one of our sustainable agriculture projects, you automatically join the ‘GFPGB’ family and become part of a group of like-minded network of farmers working together to protect what’s right on our door stop, Geographe Bay.
Awareness Skills Knowledge
GeoCatch’s Resilient Farms Project provides a comprehensive suite of activities designed to boost awareness and enhance skills and knowledge in climate-smart sustainable agriculture. This initiative encompasses a range of engaging activities, including:
Connecting women in agriculture
The Rural Women Connect series is an initiative of GeoCatch’s Resilient Farms project, aimed at connecting women in agriculture, promoting knowledge sharing, and supporting their roles within the farming industry.
Women farmers from across Geographe Catchment gather regularly throughout the year to celebrate their role in agriculture and share experiences of the unique challenges they face in farming.
Whether they are newcomers to farming or have decades of experience to share, these connections create a unique opportunity to exchange valuable advice and discuss common challenges.
Connect Network Learn
‘Farmers After 5’ events are relaxed, informative catch-ups where local farmers can connect, network, and share ideas.
Often, there will be a guest speaker sharing their knowledge on a relevant topic, and then an open floor for everyone to have a chat on what’s happening at their place.
It’s great chance to get expert insights, ask questions, and catch up with your neighbours and others in the farming community.
The session is followed by a casual sundowner, with food and refreshments provided. Everyone’s welcome to come along for a chat and a great evening!
Grow more grass and healthier livestock
The Grazing Matcher program brings together livestock producers and technical farming experts to improve productivity through better grazing, fodder, and feed decision-making. Designed for grazing businesses in the Geographe catchment, the program kicks off each autumn and offers a practical, peer-supported learning experience tailored to local conditions.
Participants include eight farming businesses, and takes place over 12 months, with eight meetings held on participants’ farms, rotating throughout the year. These sessions are facilitated by experienced consultants Jeisane Accioly (ALIS Consulting) and Dan Parnell (Agsure Consulting), alongside guest speakers. Farmers benefit from professional advice, peer networking, and ongoing online support between meetings.
The program covers key topics such as grazing management for soil health and productivity, efficient fodder production and use, seasonal animal requirements, pasture utilisation, and feed analysis.
Restore water to landscapes
In 2026, GeoCatch will partner with the Mulloon Institute to deliver a Landscape Hydrology Program for farmers in the Geographe catchment. This program will support landholders to better understand and manage water movement across their landscapes, using nature-based approaches to improve soil health, productivity, and drought resilience.
Participants will take part in workshops, field days, and mentoring sessions focused on landscape rehydration techniques. These include slowing water flow, stabilising erosion-prone areas, and enhancing vegetation cover to restore natural hydrological function. The program is designed to foster peer learning and build a local network of farmers working together to improve land and water outcomes.
With expert guidance from Mulloon Institute facilitators, the program will offer practical, place-based support tailored to the unique conditions of each farm.
These initiatives are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust.
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