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Irrigation could pump millions into Northland - study
A newly released study suggests major irrigation projects in Kaipara and the mid-north of Northland could create hundreds of jobs and boost the regional economy by tens of millions annually.
Irrigators question water tax
The good work farmers are already doing to minimise the environmental impact of irrigation could stop if they had to pay water royalties, says Irrigation New Zealand chair Nicky Hyslop.
Most irrigation is on target – study
A summer-long on-farm study of irrigation efficiency in the Ashburton area will provide a benchmark for progress.
Irrigation scheme still to proceed
A multimillion-dollar irrigation scheme for South Canterbury will still go ahead despite falling short of its capital-raising target.
Cash grant a boon to water scheme
Water options set to be popular
Water, soil monitoring, irrigation and weather systems will be hot topics at this year’s East Coast Farming Expo, as the region battles the effects of another summer drought.
Irrigation flushing
Irrigation investment will strengthen hard hit province
Federated Farmers believes the investment of $3.4 million into the Hurunui Water Project by Crown Irrigation Investments will ensure the future resilience of North Canterbury.
Irrigation a ‘dam’ good thing
The Opuha Dam irrigation project is bringing $126 million annually into the South Canterbury region, says local farmer Nicky Hyslop.
Caution needed as irrigators resume business
Irrigating farmers need to take care as they turn infrastructure back on following Monday’s devastating earthquakes.