Environmental plantings
Chris and Johann Theron are a father-son team dedicated to restoring native rainforests on their property. Chris owns the land, while Johann manages the project through his company 24 Degree Forest. This project is one of six High Impact Partnerships funded by a $10 million NSW Government grant. The initiative is part of the Primary Industries Productivity and Abatement Program and addresses the degradation caused by historical land clearing and European settlement. It aims to rejuvenate Lowland subtropical rainforest, an endangered ecological community while maintaining Chris’s cattle breeding enterprise.
In these videos, we’ll take a closer look at the Theron’s property and explore the design ideas behind the Biodiversity project.
Starting the Journey
Get an overview of the project, highlighting the property and the specific challenges Chris and Johann face in their restoration efforts. You can gain insights into the historical context of the land and the proactive measures being taken to address past degradation. Join us as we set the stage for an inspiring journey toward ecological renewal.
Co-Benefits for biodiversity
Explore the biodiversity benefits of the project. Discover how restoring native rainforest habitats enhances the ecosystem and supports a diverse array of flora and fauna. Chris and Johann share their passion and commitment to creating a vibrant environment and discuss the positive impacts on local wildlife. Learn how this initiative contributes to greater ecological balance and resilience in the region.
Project design
Delve into the practical aspects of project design and see some of the data used for the planting design. Johann provides expert guidance on where and what to plant for successful restoration. Learn about the native species selected for the project and the strategic planning necessary to ensure healthy growth and sustainability.
Soil carbon sequestration
You can discover how the Wilmot Cattle Company in New South Wales' Northern Tablelands is revolutionising agriculture with the backing of a High Impact Partnership grant from the Primary Industries Productivity and Abatement Program. This project facilitates collaboration with Atlas Carbon, enabling farmers to utilise the Maia Grazing Tool to optimise grazing strategies and enhance soil carbon storage.
With this funding, Wilmot is extending its innovative soil carbon sequestration practices to 12 additional farms, covering an impressive 20,700 hectares. This project prioritises grazing management for frequency, intensity and duration, promoting environmental sustainability, soil health and farm profitability.
In the following videos, we delve into the management of soil carbon projects. Discover how Wilmot's High Impact Partnership supports 12 property owners in New South Wales as they plan and implement their own soil projects.
Managing a soil carbon project:
Learn how Wilmot will oversee this transformative project and is guiding the 12 property owners through planning and implementing effective soil carbon strategies.
The Role of a carbon service provider:
Hear from Atlas Carbon about the support they provide to property owners as part of this project.
Meet the project hosts:
Get to know two of the 12 property owners who will host soil carbon projects on their properties. They share the unique challenges of their farms and describe their aspirations. They offer insights into their journey toward sustainable farming.