News & events

Date: Wed, 16 Sep 2026

Get your irrigation system ready for summer. Improve efficiency, cut costs, protect water quality and meet Farm Environment Plan audit requirements.

Date: Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Hundreds of poplars are being planted across Banks Peninsula to stabilise erosion-prone land, protect waterways and strengthen farm resilience.

Date: Thu, 10 Sep 2026

There are many ways that farmers can access water in dry times without affecting river levels.

Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2026

Winter grazing monitoring flights show South Canterbury farmers are making positive progress, while identifying opportunities for further improvement.

Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Follow these strategies to protect your soil best and prevent sedimentation and nutrient loss.

Date: Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Prepare for your Farm Environment Plan (FEP) audit with a free workshop. Get practical advice, ask questions and understand what to expect.

Date: Mon, 22 Jun 2026

Virtual fencing is already changing how a local farmer manages stock on steep country, a trial explores whether the technology could also help protect wetlands.

Date: Wed, 20 May 2026

Award-winning Canterbury high-country farmers are using data, wetlands and conservation work to support resilient, sustainable farming systems.

Date: Wed, 13 May 2026

See virtual fencing technology in action at a practical Banks Peninsula field day focused on wetland protection and hill-country farming.

Date: Tue, 7 Apr 2026

With less than a month until winter grazing is in full swing, ensure your plan is robust to protect your land during the wet season.

Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2026

More than 30,000 trees planted and 1,100 hectares retired, SCAR is helping farmers reduce erosion and build more resilient farms.

Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2026

We're holding drop-in sessions across Canterbury to answer your questions about consenting and the regulatory environment.