In 2004, this area of Camden Town Farm was the location of a trial program to improve the condition of the native bushland. 

Initially, woody weeds were treated using traditional and non-chemical methods, then seedlings of mixed River-flat Eucalypt Forest canopy species were planted around the boundary of the farm. 

Beef cattle were introduced to Australia in 1788 with the first herd of cattle from the Cape of Good Hope. Two bulls and five cows arrived on the First Fleet, and they escaped from an area which today is Sydney's Domain, and were found, breeding successfully, on the Cowpastures, near Menangle. British breeds were introduced from 1800. 

Agricultural biosecurity on a farm involves measures to protect plants, animals, and the environment from pests, diseases, and invasive species. It encompasses practices such as quarantine protocols, monitoring for disease outbreaks, and implementing biosecurity plans tailored to specific farming operations.

This small brick pit quarry was established as part of the original brickworks on land leased from the MacArthur's; clay was extracted to make bricks for St. John's Anglican Church until 1841.  

From the late 1890s up until 1993, a community of Chinese market gardeners worked in small cooperatives in seven locations along the banks of the Nepean River around Camden. One of these sites was situated on the Davies' Farm. Market gardeners were predominantly men, who grew vegetables for local and Sydney markets.  

Dairying in the Camden area traces back to the early 1800s when European settlers introduced dairy farming to the region. By the late 1800s, Camden had become prominent dairy hub, with over 110 local dairy's operating at it's peak. 

Dung beetles play a vital role in farming ecosystems such as those found in the Camden area by efficiently breaking down animal waste.

Ephemeral wetlands form in natural depressions on the Farm, and temporarily hold water after substantial rain events. They are usually isolated, but they can overflow and create connections to nearby waterways during periods of heavy rain. They also dry out periodically. These wetlands contain native plants that are integral in improving local water quality. 

Frogs play a vital role in the environment by helping to control invertebrate numbers (for example, flies and mosquitos). Frogs also provide an important food source for wildlife and serve as a good indicator of the local ecosystems’ health.  

In Australia horses have historically played a vital role in managing livestock herds across vast terrains. Before the mechanisation of agriculture, stockmen relied on horses for mustering, droving, and handling cattle and sheep.

In early Australia, agriculture faced many challenges as a result of unpredictable weather patterns, flooding, prolonged periods of drought pests and introduced species, and soil degradation.  

The Nepean River travels from the Southern Highlands to Broken Bay forming the longest coastal catchment in New South Wales. Flowing through Camden, the Nepean River stretches approximately 180km to join the Grose River just north of Penrith, where it drains into the Hawkesbury River.  

Camden Town Farm is representative of a peri-urban environment. This is a transitional zone where urban and rural landscapes intersect. The environment is characterised by a blend of agricultural lands, natural habitats, and expanding urban development. Peri-urban areas like Camden, mark the divide between the city and countryside.   

Camden’s first sewage treatment works were operated from this site by the Metropolitan Water Sewerage and Drainage Board. The land was chosen due to the sandy soil and its vicinity to the Nepean River. Treated sewage was pumped into the sandy soils as a form of filtration, before flowing into the river.

In 1805 John and Elizabeth Macarthur introduced Merino sheep to Camden Park, contributing to the establishment of Australia's wool industry.  

Plants play a crucial role in filtering stormwater and reducing pollutants and nutrients that could potentially enter waterways. Through a process called phytoremediation, plants absorb, break down, and trap harmful contaminants like heavy metals and chemicals. The root systems also stabilise soil, helping to prevent erosion.  

Australian travelling stock routes are historic corridors designated for drovers to move livestock between pastures. These routes, spanning vast distances across diverse landscapes, have been essential for sustainable grazing practices.  

The Camden area boasts a rich history of viticulture and wine production. South Australia's first planting of shiraz grapes was with cuttings sourced from Camden Park.  

Wheat cultivation has been integral to Camden’s history since European settlement. The fertile soils of the region facilitated significant wheat production, bolstering the local economy, and shaping agricultural practices. Challenges such as wheat rust-a devastating fungal disease-greatly reduced yields in the second half of the 19th Century.  

In Australia, dogs, particularly the Kelpie and Border Collie breeds, are invaluable for managing livestock herds and flocks.