{"product_id":"property-planning","title":"Property planning AgGuide","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA practical guide to assessing and understanding your land so that you can make informed long-term and day-to-day plans. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis practical, step-by-step handbook helps you as a landholder step back from day-to-day operations and clearly define your vision, goals and actions, while building a grounded knowledge of the unique capabilities of your property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book walks you through assessing every part of your property—from soils, water, and vegetation to infrastructure, climate, and enterprise options—so you can make informed, practical decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith easy-to-use worksheets and templates, you’ll build a tailored property plan and map that reflects your unique land and goals. This process not only improves productivity and sustainability but also helps identify risks, opportunities, and priorities for smarter, more resilient farm management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow in its 5\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e edition since 1999, this guide supports better decision-making and long-term success. It brings together modern tools like digital mapping and agtech with proven land management principles, to help you farm efficiently while caring for your natural resources. By the end, you’ll have a clear, actionable plan that strengthens the value and viability of your property for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHAT THIS GUIDE COVERS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetting a vision, goals and direction for your property\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessing soils, land capability, water, vegetation and infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperty mapping (hard copy and digital), SWOT analysis and planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplementing, monitoring and reviewing a practical property plan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes worksheets, mapping guidance and downloadable planning templates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHO THIS GUIDE IS FOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFarmers, rural landholders, advisors and students across NSW seeking a structured, practical approach to property planning. Suitable for both new and experienced property managers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eResources for this book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProperty plan template\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can download the following Microsoft Word template to edit and print or use digitally: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tocal.nsw.edu.au\/__data\/assets\/word_doc\/0009\/1661166\/Property-Plan-Template.docx\"\u003eProperty Plan DOCX, 31.41 KB\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProperty records template\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField observations and records are a vital part of developing and maintaining your property plan. To create digital records, you can download a Microsoft Word template to complete Worksheet 4 on your computer, or to download and edit it to suit your needs and print out: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tocal.nsw.edu.au\/__data\/assets\/word_doc\/0010\/1661167\/Natural-Resource-and-Infrastructure-Records.docx\"\u003eNatural Resource and Infrastructure Records DOCX, 38.07 KB\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also available the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tocal.nsw.edu.au\/__data\/assets\/excel_doc\/0008\/1381796\/Property-records.xlsx\"\u003eExcel spreadsheet XLSX, 19.77 KB\u003c\/a\u003e version of the tables in Appendix 1 and 3 of the 4th edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 1: Set your direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 2: Assess natural resources and infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 3: Prepare a property map\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 4: Know your position (SWOT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 5: Plan your response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 6: Prepare and implement property plan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 7: Monitor and review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConclusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorksheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthors:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDavid Brouwer (1st ed.), Judy O'Keefe, Charlie Bell, Deborah Law, Noeleen Clarke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9781742560137\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 pages | A4 soft cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue number:  \u003c\/strong\u003eB167\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:  \u003c\/strong\u003eNSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1999, 5th ed. 2026     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tocal College","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34745272336542,"sku":"DRNSW_DPI_Tocal_B167","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0413\/1530\/3582\/files\/AG_Property_Planning_ED5-COVER.jpg?v=1789605968","url":"https:\/\/shop.regional.nsw.gov.au\/products\/property-planning","provider":"Regional NSW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}