Tuesday, 09 May 2023 12:55

Forestry workshops for farmers

Written by  Staff Reporters
The New Zealand Farm Forestry Association are running 18 extension workshops across New Zealand. The New Zealand Farm Forestry Association are running 18 extension workshops across New Zealand.

The New Zealand Farm Forestry Association (NZFFA) is running 18 extension workshops throughout New Zealand in May and June to target potential tree growers.

National president of NZFFA, Neil Cullen says the timing is ideal for farmers who are interested in diversifying their long-term farm income.

"Trees are not just about the timber potential. They also protect the land and store carbon."

Cullen says farmer and landowner participants will also learn about the benefits of planting different species to help mitigate climate change, provide shade and shelter, reduce erosion and improve water quality.

"This is particularl timely and important when we note the huge areas of erosion caused by the cyclones in Northland, Tairawhiti and Hawke's Bay in January and February. That's why there will be a focus on alternative species to help control erosion."

Go to https://www.nzffa.org.nz/events/ to find out where the workshops are being held and to register.

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