Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) is a research bureau within the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry providing professionally independent, world-class research, analysis and advice to inform decision-makers on current and future policy challenges affecting Australia's primary industries.<br /> <br /> ABARES was formed following the merger of the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARE) and the Bureau of Rural Sciences (BRS) in 2010.

http://www.daff.gov.au...

http://www.daff.gov.au/abares

Provides information about water programs for farms and land in Victoria.

http://www.water.vic.gov.au...

http://www.water.vic.gov.au/saving/farms

Future Farming was launched in 2008 to improve the productivity, competitiveness and sustainability of farm businesses.

http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au...

http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/agriculture/about-agriculture/strategy-and-policy/future-farming

Provides information about the Australian Government's activities to maintain landscapes, biodiversity and ecosystem services while ensuring sustainable production systems and providing for other human needs.

http://www.environment.gov.au...

http://www.environment.gov.au/land/index.html

The State Government of Victoria works in partnership with farmers, Landcare groups, industry, catchment bodies and others to achieve sustainable development and conservation of our vital land and water resources.

http://www.dse.vic.gov.au...

http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/land-management

This page leads to information on soil, water and land issues pertaining specifically to farming and agriculture.

http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au...

http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/agriculture/farming-management/soil-water