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Agencies are keeping a close watch on dry conditions and farmer welfare in Hawke's Bay.

Every little bit helps, say North Canterbury farmers, as a series of wintry weather fronts have finally brought some rain into a parched region.

Wanted: people who know what to do and do it well, especially when the going is really, really tough – as in the drought in Canterbury.

Well, it was supposed to be a dry summer, but all it has done here in Northland is rain!

Events are often moved indoors because of rain, but seldom are they moved outdoors because of it.

MPI says while recent rains have brought welcome respite from dry weather in much of the country, farmers in drought-affected regions will feel the impact of El Niño for months.

As we enjoy the warmth of spring, wine growers everywhere will be turning their thoughts towards the growing season, and water availability will surely be high on the discussion list.

Widespread drought conditions in the South Island mean the medium-scale event classification will be extended until the end of June, Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy announced today.

While drought conditions persist in many parts of the country, some irrigating farmers are coping well, says IrrigationNZ.

"Everyone's trying all sorts of combinations to get through" is how Cheviot's Emmet Daly describes North Canterbury farmers' efforts to cope with their sixth season of drought.