A $3.67 million grant from the Albanese Labor Government is helping Landcare Tasmania to restore dams across the state, strengthening water security, biodiversity and drought resilience.
The grant is part of the Future Drought Fund's Resilient Landscapes Program, and provides funding to Landcare Tasmania over 5 years.
With the funding, Landcare Tasmania has developed the Catchment Connect Project, with Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Julie Collins attending the official launch today.
The funds will enable farmers to improve dam management across Tasmania, with some of the funds allocated for fencing off dams and revegetation.
Fencing off dams to manage livestock access can benefit water quality and surrounding vegetation. It also reduces evaporation and improves biodiversity.
This funding delivered to Landcare Tasmania is part of the Albanese Labor Government's over $2 billion investment to ensure farmers across the country can confidently face our climate future.
This is delivering practical opportunities on the ground, supporting farmers to grow more sustainably, prepare for future challenges and continue producing the world-class products Australians are proud of.
