Catch crop trials in Upper Waitaki can reduce nitrogen losses, boost winter feed, and support sustainable farming. Learn how to apply them on your farm.
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Join us in Omarama on 26 November and learn how to effectively use nitrogen to grow more catch crop and feed for your farm.
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Two farmers in Hororata have switched from intensive winter grazing to hay bale grazing and are seeing amazing results.
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Canterbury farmers are trialling hay bale grazing to cut winter mud, protect soil health, reduce nutrient loss, and improve animal welfare outcomes.
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Our data show nitrate concentrations in groundwater are increasing in much of Waitaha Canterbury. We’re taking action to reverse these trends.
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Catch crop trials in Ahuriri unite farmers, scientists and council to reduce nitrogen loss, protect Lake Benmore and boost sustainable farming.
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If you have expired chemicals sitting in your farm shed, now is the time to register them with Agrecovery - ahead of a Canterbury-wide collection in November.
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Hybrid bale grazing helps Canterbury farmers adapt to wet winters, protect soil health, boost cow nutrition, and create a more flexible wintering system.
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During wet weather, the risk of sediment runoff into waterways from winter grazing is high. Learn how you can keep your soil where it belongs.
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A catch crop, like Italian ryegrass or oats, can absorb nitrogen and prevent nitrate leaching and nutrient runoff.
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Hurunui farmers are improving winter grazing practices despite wet conditions, with aerial monitoring showing strong compliance and environmental care.
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A farmer-led approach delivered by Amuri Irrigation Company (AIC) is improving local water quality in North Canterbury's Amuri Basin.