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New Cape York lead for sustainable agriculture

Lauren O’Bryan has joined Cape York NRM as the region’s new Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator (SAF) — the primary contact for supporting sustainable land management across the Cape.


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In her role, Lauren will engage with farmers, graziers, landholders, Traditional Owners, and

community groups, connecting them with industry leaders and experts in climate-smart,

sustainable agriculture practices.


Lauren grew up in Cairns and previously worked in biosecurity in Charters Towers. She says

her new role puts her at the forefront of sustainable agriculture and on-farm climate

resilience.


“I’m looking forward to getting out bush and building connections with primary producers and Indigenous landholders. I’m here to support the sustainable use of natural resources and contribute to a resilient agriculture sector on the Cape,” she said.

“Whether it’s improving soil health, integrating regenerative practices, or optimising grazing

land management, I can help link local land managers to the latest research, tools, and

funding opportunities.”


About the SAF program

The Australian Government has invested $40.7 million in a national network of Sustainable

Agriculture Facilitators. The program is part of the Climate-Smart Agriculture initiative,

funded through the Natural Heritage Trust.


The SAF program aims to build capacity and support the Peninsula’s agricultural industries

to respond to a changing climate while enhancing productivity and environmental outcomes.


SAF services include:


  • Engaging with farmers, landholders, community groups, and agriculture industries, promoting climate-smart, sustainable agriculture practices, and practices that reduce emissions and build on-farm climate resilience.


  • Supporting the delivery of sustainable agriculture projects and activities that allow for peer-to-peer learning and knowledge sharing specific to Cape York.


  • Facilitating partnerships and connections with farmers, landholders, community groups and agriculture industries to work together to achieve sustainable agriculture outcomes


Get in touch


To contact Lauren, email lauren.obryan@capeyorknrm.com.au or call Cape York NRM on

1300 132 262.


Sustainable Agriculture Facilitators are supported by the Australian Government through

funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program.




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