Landholders in the West Wyalong area have long lacked accessible and user-friendly information on native plant identification for their area. This knowledge gap hindered effective land management and conservation efforts.
The development of a native plant ID booklet provided many benefits, including:
- Enhancing native plant identification skills. The booklet serves as a practical tool to enhance landholders’ ability to identify and differentiate native species from invasive plants, enabling more informed land management decisions
- Supporting sustainable land management. By equipping landholders with accurate plant identification knowledge, the booklet helps landholders to make informed decisions regarding weed control, habitat restoration and the preservation of native flora, contributing to the overall health and resilience of the local ecosystem.
By empowering landholders with knowledge and supporting sustainable land management practices, the booklet has made a positive impact on biodiversity conservation and community engagement.
Case Study LP48 – Empowering landholders in identifying local native plants
