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The case against Pollock Farms was taken by Waikato Regional Council following inspections where over-irrigation of effluent was evident.

The dairy industry is supporting councils in their efforts to get all farmers to meet their effluent obligations.

While New Zealand plays catch-up and Europe leads in using farm effluent, it was always going to fall to the North American continent to go large — very large.

Effluent managed well is a nutrient and a benefit to your farming practice, says Pye Group’s Michelle Pye.

Getting the biggest bang for your buck out of fertiliser while protecting economic and environmental bottom lines is a key goal for farmers.

Timely advice from respected experts will feature in regular seminars during the two-day Effluent Expo at Mystery Creek Events Pavilion on November 27 and 28.

Good effluent management is a combination of a well-designed effluent system and processes for people, says DairyNZ.

Launched in 2012, the Cobra irrigator, designed and manufactured by Hi-Tech Enviro Solutions, quickly became a farmer favourite for its efficiency and ease of use, says the company’s business manager Rob Johnson.

CB Norwood Distributors will be at the Effluent Expo (November 27, 28) with its Pichon slurry tankers and pond stirrers.

Yard washing, pumping and effluent screening gear will be on the GEA site at the Effluent Expo at Mystery Creek. The expo will be held on November 27 and 28.