Land Management
Here at Summit Park, sustainable land management practices are used across the property. New initiatives are used where possible and integrated into the farm business. This has included making changes across the property to enable more time and cost efficiencies to be realised.
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Sustainable land management includes the use of both agricultural best management practices as well as sound environmental resource management initiatives.
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While production is a key focus for, this wouldn't be possible without caring for the natural resources present on the property.
Red Gum trees aged up to ~600 years old exist across the property and provide not just a stunning outlook, but paddock shelter for stock and habitat for birds and other wildlife.
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Agricultural Practices
Some of the sustainable agricultural practices used at Summit Park include:
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Rejuvenation of the soil by undertaking ongoing pasture renovation
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Establishment of multi-species perennial pasture mixes
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Regular testing of the soil
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Increasing the soil health and fertility by using a range of select and custom blend fertiliser and lime products, all being applied in response to soil tests
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Establishment of more efficient paddocks according to land classes and soil types
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Using a laneway system for ease of stock movement and management
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Using EID tags in all stock, allowing for ease of management
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Using electronic equipment including an auto-drafter to manipulate stock in the yards
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Installation of user and stock-friendly sheep yards for ease of management
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Installation of a large shed over the yards to allow for less stress when handling sheep in any type of weather - rain wind and sun
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Sub-division of larger paddocks to allow for better pasture and stock management
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Direct drilling pastures to retain soil cover and minimise soil loss
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Protect and allow for natural regeneration of the old Red Gums and other native vegetation present on the property.
