Water scarcity is a growing concern for farmers, especially those operating on small farms. In such scenarios, every drop of water counts, and implementing effective rainwater harvesting techniques becomes crucial. By maximizing rainwater harvesting on small farms, farmers can ensure a more sustainable and reliable water supply for their crops and livestock. In this blog post, we will explore some practical strategies to optimize rainwater harvesting on small farms.
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When you want to calculate how big your dam should be – use this simple formula. 4 units of storage for every 1 unit of required water
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The total active storage percentage of rural water supplies on 4 November 2019 was 30.7%. This was a decrease of 0.3% since last week. Significant rainfall was recorded near Bourke and surrounding areas over the weekend of 2nd and 3rd Nov 2019. Around 95mm was observed at Bourke and around 51mm at Brewarrina over two …
Last updated: April 2026 | Author: Angus Hughson, Big Ditch Dam Building Company 📋 Quick Answer Big Ditch Dam Building Company has been constructing and repairing farm dams across New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria for over 35 years. Every farm dam built to the right standards — correct clay, proper compaction, adequate spillway — …




