Lana is a 4,000-hectare sheep property in New England Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia. Owners introduced a Holistic Management approach in mid-1990s because of degradation of pastures and poor profitability. Results achieved include:
An additional case study on Lana can be found here.
Tim and Karen Wright’s philosophy is all encompassing and relates not only to their land, but to their lives as a whole. Their ‘holistic goal’ is summarised as follows:
“We aim to develop and maintain our property as a pleasing ecologically balanced environment. We also aim for a chemical-free product. By doing this we believe our wool and meat production enterprises will be healthier and more cost efficient. In turn, we believe this will lead to healthier profits for the future, as well as improving human health. We endeavour to expand the horizons and the opportunities for both ourselves and the community.”
This booklet details Tim and Karen’s management history, resource issues and enterprises. It goes on to demonstrate the techniques and tools the Wrights use to achieve their holistic goal. (Note from Savory: The term "holistic goal" as part of the Holistic Management framework was changed in 2016 to "Holistic Context." Over the years, it became apparent that the term "goal" implied an endpoint, whereas what we as land managers are working towards is an improved quality of life and surrounding environment. These and other facets comprise the Holistic Context.)
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