Displaying items by tag: WINTER GRAZING
Plan for winter crop management
B+LNZ says while the 1 May application date has passed for farmers requiring a resource consent to graze their winter forage crops this year, it's not too late to put together a wintering plan.
Southland farmers 'well-prepared' for winter grazing this year
Southland farmers are well set up for winter grazing this season, according to Federated Farmers official Jason Herrick.
Environmental compliance strong in Southland
Environment Southland (ES) is reporting continued improvement in winter grazing practices during 2021-22.
Feds frustrated by winter grazing rules
Federated Farmers is “hugely frustrated” that new intensive winter grazing rules came into force on November 1.
Govt fails to grasp winter grazing
OPINION: The Government has shown once again it does not know the extent of the regulatory burden it is placing on farmers with the upcoming deadline for Freshwater Farm Plans, and councils and farmers are rejecting it.
Editorial: Winter grazing farce
Planning paramount for intensive winter grazing
Environment Canterbury are reminding farmers that having an intensive winter grazing management plan is imperative for farmers that want the best environmental outcome from a ‘high-risk’ activity.
New winter grazing rules come into effect
Environment Southland (ES) is reminding farmers to ensure their resource consent applications for winter grazing are in.
Editorial: Govt's own goal on winter grazing
Paddock selection critical for winter crops
Farmers are being encouraged to carefully consider where and how they will establish next winter’s forage crops – taking into account soils, slope, water bodies, shelter, livestock classes and regulations.