The Keyline system of farming began with P.A. Yeoman's seminal text "Water for every farm", first published in 1954. Since that time, Keyline concepts have been consistently referred to, used and incorporated into all the major frameworks for sustainable farming and land management techniques, both in Australia and across the globe. The results of using Keyline concepts are far-reaching and un-disputed. Come and learn how to store water in the landscape using simple, practical methods, grounded in intelligent theory and design. Hosted by Milkwood Permaculture.

In todays changing climate and landscape, we need effective solutions for land and water management. Solutions that benefit both the landholder and the environment, and result in both profit and improved soil fertility. Keyline concepts were conceived and founded in the Australian landscape to build soil, hold water and improve the fertility and durability of the land. Look after the land, and the land will look after you.

Who is this course for?

The Keyline Design Course is an intensive blend of technical & practical sessions targeted at would-be carbon farmers, professional land managers, consultants, permaculture designers, earthmovers, farmers and anyone with a strong interest in sustainable land management and soil creation. This 3-day on-site course will fully outline all of the principles and techniques involved with the modern application of Keyline Design. We will have the use of Keyline's central tool, the multi-award winning, fully optioned, Yeomans Keyline Plow for demonstration at this course.

"The object of Agriculture is to feed and clothe people. Two things will guarantee this happens with maximum efficiency. Firstly, farming must be prosperous and secondly, soil fertility must constantly improve" - P.A.Yeomans

Topics covered include: Keyline™ Design Carbon sequestration Cost effective soil creation Water harvesting & reticulation Designing water into a property Dam placement Pasture improvement Wholistic management™                                and much more......

Darren Doherty has had extensive experience across the planet in Permaculture project design, development & management, with a focus on retrofitting broadacre agricultural systems, and has been acclaimed as a pioneer in this important & often overlooked field. He is a registered teacher of The Permaculture Institute, a qualified Whole Farm Planner (University of Melbourne), an Approved Keyline Designer, & Accredited Permaculture Training (APT) Trainer.

About Milkwood Permaculture: We are a Permaculture Demonstration Site near Mudgee in Central Western NSW. We provide world-class courses and workshops in a wide range of sustainable farming practices - all within a relaxed, professional and positive hands-on environment.