The Lehmann property in Cranbrook, Western Australia, represents the continuity of a third‑generation farming family committed to sustainable land stewardship. Traditionally operating as a mixed sheep and cropping enterprise, the property currently supports approximately 4,500 breeding ewes across its landscapes. Like many long‑running agricultural businesses, the enterprise has navigated changing environmental conditions, evolving production pressures, and the ongoing need to maintain soil health and productivity.

To enhance resilience and build long‑term ecological function, the project area, spanning approximately 18.25 ha, has remained under grazing while a new management approach is introduced. Plans include tilling and undersowing perennial pastures, followed by establishing saltbush across the project area. This system is designed to lift the water table, improve groundcover, and retain more moisture in the soil profile. The integration of saltbush also supports a specialised value chain, with existing grazing significantly enhanced by the change.

These planned management changes reflect a forward‑thinking approach aligned with both production and environmental goals. By transitioning toward deeper‑rooted perennial systems and strategically planted saltbush, the property aims to improve landscape function, support sustainable grazing, and unlock new opportunities for long‑term climate resilience and productivity.