The Real-Time Water Quality project is a grass-roots idea, supported by farmers, catchment groups, and irrigation schemes. Lead by The AgriBusiness Group; we established a team with a diverse skillset – farm systems, nutrient and water quality/hydrology knowledge. This 12-month project is one of 12 successful projects funded through Our Land and Water Rural Professionals Fund.
Read MoreDespite a one-year deferral of the new winter grazing management provisions, farmers are urged to develop a winter management plan now and use this winter to adopt and trial potential new practices.
Read MoreThe response to national environmental issues like freshwater and climate change requires an individualised approach tailored to every unique farm to achieve the overall desired outcomes. Dave Lucock commends the proposed certified farm plans of the new freshwater regulations that would do exactly that.
Read MoreAre you wondering how your N fertiliser use is stacking up against the new freshwater regulations? In this blog post, Charlotte doesn’t just explain the new rules but also offers great insight into how to adapt your farm management practices to comply with them.
Read MoreRecently, new regulations for agricultural intensification have come into effect. Sam Mander breaks down the new requirements and clarifies when resource consents for land use change are required.
Read MoreToday, the new stock exclusion regulations come into force. Dave Lucock takes you through the gist of the new requirements and explains when they start applying to your farm system.
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