Swannanoa local Andrew Gilchrist found that creating an Integrated Farm Plan helped him with the business and people side of his family-operated farm.
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Find out more about farming plans and consenting rules and regulations within the Waitaha/Canterbury region.
Farming land use consent
Find out what you need to do to be in line with the new requirement to have a farming land use consent.
Farm Environment Plans
Recognise on-farm environmental risks and set out a programme to manage those risks.
Freshwater Farm Plans
Find out how freshwater farm plans aid in managing and minimising farming impacts on freshwater.
Feedlots and stockholding areas
Feedlots and stockholding areas don't need consent if 90% of the cattle are under 4 months old or weigh less than 120kg. Otherwise, consent is required.
Using Overseer
Find out about the Overseer tool and how the review could impact the way we managing water quality.