New Natural Capital Advisor for the South East supports farmers to better manage natural capital

29 Jul 2024

Farmers and land managers in the South East can now access new, independent guidance and support to incorporate opportunities in natural capital markets and management into their farm business.

This Local Land Services initiative is designed to increase productivity, improve biodiversity and protect market access.

Melissa Henry has been appointed by Local Land Services as the Natural Capital Advisor for the South East region.

She is dedicated to helping farmers identify ways to improve their natural capital, and be rewarded for this, including helping to understand the benefits and potential risks of participating in environmental markets.

Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in agriculture and natural resource management. She is ready to share her experience with our farming community.

“As a landholder, you can benefit from enhancing the value of your land’s natural capital and gain a financial return from your actions through environmental market opportunities and improved productivity that often comes from improving your farms natural assets,” said Melissa. As part of its new Natural Capital Program, Local Land Services is hosting a series of engaging Natural Capital Conversation events across the South East region. These events are designed for landholders looking to increase the value of their land’s natural assets whilst improving productivity and managing, restoring and protecting the environment.

Upcoming events will feature expert speakers and valuable networking opportunities with farmers who are leading the way in natural capital. Natural Capital Conversation workshops in partnership with the Biodiversity Conservation Trust and other local partners will be held at:

• Yass, 12 August
• Bungendore, 12 August
• Braidwood, 12 August
• Mittagong, 16 August
• Berry, 19 August
• Crookwell, 22 August
• Bega, 28 August
• Cooma, 30 August

Melissa will be available at each event to provide insights and answer questions on how to find the right opportunities, connect with other trusted advisors and make the best decisions for your property.

“During these workshops we will explore topics such as measuring natural capital, on-farm accounting, biodiversity and carbon market opportunities,” said Melissa.

For additional details and event registration visit www.lls.nsw.gov.au/regions/south-east/events or call 1300 795 299 to speak with your local Natural Capital Advisor.

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For more information, please contact Chris Finley, email chris.finley@lls.nsw.gov.au or 0477 193 761