This book is a practical, step‑by‑step guide to developing a clear, workable plan for managing a farm or rural property. It helps landholders focus on long‑term lifestyle, environmental and financial goals while making confident, informed decisions.
WHAT THIS GUIDE COVERS
- Setting a vision, goals and direction for your property
- Assessing soils, land capability, water, vegetation and infrastructure
- Property mapping (hard copy and digital), SWOT analysis and planning
- Implementing, monitoring and reviewing a practical property plan
Includes worksheets, mapping guidance and downloadable planning templates.
WHO THIS GUIDE IS FOR
Farmers, rural landholders, advisors and students across NSW seeking a structured, practical approach to property planning. Suitable for both new and experienced property managers.
Table of contents
- Introduction
- Part 1: About property planning
- Part 2: The building blocks
- Part 3: Preparing a property map
- Part 4: Planning and implementing
- Part 5: Monitoring and reviewing
- Conclusion
Author: Judy O'Keefe and Charlie Bell
ISBN: 9781760585068 | 106 pages | A4
Catalogue number: B167
Publisher: NSW Department of Primary Industries | 2022




