$33 Million Agtech Program Expanded to Support More NSW Farmers

the importance of the program in helping farmers embrace Agtech, stating, “These changes are about helping more farmers reap the enormous benefts of Agtech, including increased productivity, better farm management, and greater connectivity.”

Case Study: Michael and Helen Payten’s ‘Alfalfa’ Farm Michael and Helen Payten, who run a mixed enterprise farm outside Canowindra in Central Western NSW, are among the benefciaries of the program. Their 1,180-hectare farm, which includes cropping and sheep pastures, has adopted several technologies, including a spray advisory system and weather station.

Michael Payten highlighted the spray advisory system as a key beneft, noting how it helps determine optimal spraying windows by combining crucial data, reducing the risk of poor crop outcomes. Helen Payten also praised the tank monitoring system, which provides alerts for sudden drops in water levels, giving them peace of mind regarding their livestock and household water supplies.

For more information on the Farms of the Future Program, visit the offcial website.