Central West Farming Systems forms the platform for innovation extension and experimentation within the farming sector of our region. This enables local farmers in the 14 million hectares that we cover to undertake experimentation in their own geographical environment which varies considerably across our region.

Our principal aim is: To develop integrated whole farm management systems and other research outcomes for farming communities of Central Western NSW that maximises profitability and are ecologically sustainable.

Funding comes from the Grains Research and Development Corporation, Woolworths,

Landcare Australia, Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry, SPAA, Grain & Graze II and sponsorship. 

CWFS works in conjunction with Industry & Investment NSW and local Agronomists.

CWFS had its beginnings in May, 1997 and now has approximately 300 members.

CWFS has two research strands: Eleven Regional Sites and a large scale Systems Comparison trial based at Condobolin ARAS.