Displaying items by tag: water
Changes afoot for freshwater management
There have been some changes to watch in the freshwater policy space.
Council tasked with making unworkable work
Following a meeting between farmer representatives and environment and ag ministers, Environment Southland will be setting up a local advisory group for freshwater rules.
Farmers try to rectify mistakes
After hearing about problems with the Government’s new freshwater regulations, Tony Cleland organised a meeting between farmer representatives and the Ministers for the Environment and Agriculture.
New water rules muddy waters
More revelations about the impracticality of the Governments’ new freshwater regulations debacle have emerged.
Good production needs clean water
How important is clean water for cows?
Plant producers want priority access to water
Priority access to water heads the NZ Plant Producers (NZPP) election manifesto released today.
Connections key to future rural sector success
Challenges facing the rural sector reinforce the need to work together and ensure linkages are strong and smart, according to Dr Amanda Bell.
Govt ignored advice
Despite Government and officials ignoring farmer and industry advice, farmers are determined to do the right thing for water quality, says Beef+Lamb NZ CEO Sam McIvor.
The putting right that counts — Editorial
OPINION: It could be argued that consultation was a meaningless exercise when the Government asked for submissions last year on its major water reforms.
Drought-tolerant rootstocks
Large and small companies are seeking strategies to reduce their water use and impact on the environment and to mitigate risk in drought years.