Landcare Australia and the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) have partnered to launch ‘Agriculture and Landcare Week on the Gold Coast’, coinciding with the 2025 National Landcare Conference and the NFF’s AgXchange Australia, both events to be held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, the week commencing Monday 22 September 2025.
Agriculture and Landcare Week on the Gold Coast will celebrate and promote the environmental stewardship of Australian farmers, producers, graziers and landcare volunteers and groups, First Nations organisations, academics and the next generation of landcare leaders, the very people on the front lines of protecting and restoring our country’s natural assets and landscapes.
The collaboration also pays tribute to the shared history and aligned commitment to sustainable agriculture, innovation, inclusion of First Nations perspectives, and the long-term protection of Australia’s land, water and biodiversity. Notably, the NFF played a key role in the establishment of Landcare Australia in 1989, launching landcare as a national movement with bipartisan support and a shared vision for resilient, productive and sustainable landscapes.
With farmers managing over 55% of Australia’s landmass and providing food and fibre to the nation and the world, this is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the essential role they play in nature repair, emissions reduction and community resilience. Equally, the landcare movement, with its roots in community action and strong presence across rural and regional Australia, is a key partner in advancing on-ground solutions for our shared environmental challenges.
Quote attributable to Landcare Australia Chair, Doug Humann AM.
“This week shines a light on the important connection between landcare and agriculture. Farmers, producers, graziers, and landcarers stand shoulder to shoulder as caretakers of Australia’s land, water and biodiversity. We are proud to stand alongside the National Farmers’ Federation to honour their efforts, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to every landholder, farmer and landcarer across the country who gives their time, knowledge and passion to protect the landscapes and communities we all depend on.”
Quotes attributable to NFF Chief Executive, Su McCluskey
“Farmers care for more than half of Australia’s landmass, placing them at the forefront of emissions reduction, biodiversity protection, and long-term land stewardship.
Australia’s farmers and Landcare’s volunteers are both fiercely committed to protecting the environment. This week is a fantastic opportunity for the National Farmers’ Federation and Landcare to address the shared environmental challenges and opportunities facing our sector.”
Key highlights include:
- Former NFF President Fiona Simson will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 National Landcare Conference and presenter at AgXchange Australia.
- Panels and discussions focused on nature repair, climate resilience, sustainable food systems, First Nations-led land and water management, and innovation in agricultural practice.
- A shared goal of showcasing the connection between healthy ecosystems, thriving farms, and empowered communities.
- The Australian Agricultural Sustainability Framework’s annual Community of Practice event, Agricultural Sustainability Australia Exchange will feature a sustainability showcase.
- A NextGen Landcare Summit for young leaders and the First Nations Landcare Gathering on Sunday, 21 September.
- Learning from industry leaders who live and breathe both the opportunities and pressures of competing on a global stage.
To learn more about the 2025 National Landcare Conference, National Landcare Awards, NextGen Landcare Summit, First Nations Landcare Gathering, Field Trips, or Landcare Short Film Festival, click here.
For more information on the NFF’s AgXchange Australia, visit here.