Tuesday, 26 November 2013 11:32

MP applauds fencing efforts

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WAITAKI MP JACQUI Dean is pleased with the efforts of farmers around Otago in fencing waterways, as Fonterra announces that 20,000kms of waterways across the country now exclude stock.

 

"I'm really encouraged by these figures. Farmers acknowledge the importance of sustainable environmental practises and fencing waterways is a step in the right direction.

"As caretakers of the land, farmers know that they need to take good care of it.

"Whether it's more efficient irrigation systems, or improved effluent disposal, farmers are aware that water resources need to be better managed."

The Government is also investing heavily in research to tackle the environmental impacts of agriculture, focussing on cutting nutrient loss on-farm, improving effluent management and developing more efficient irrigation.

She says this includes over $100 million jointly invested in Primary Growth Partnership projects, along with research to lessen the environmental impacts of farming.

"It's an on-going battle, but one that we must put our best efforts into as we move to protect our environment, while promoting economic growth."

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