Displaying items by tag: Waikato Regional Council
Farmer promises to be a ‘good parent’
Fertiliser use in spring
The refreshed National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management increases the pressure on farmers to improve their nutrient management.
Farmer leader dips toe into politics
Dairy Women's Network trustee and Waikato dairy farmer Pamela Storey is standing for the Waikato Regional Council.
Spread with care and save
Applying the right amount of effluent can save farmers money — but applying too much can damage pasture.
Don’t take pests with you on Moving Day
Farmers are being urged to help protect farms from pest plants by cleaning machinery, vehicles and equipment before they move on Moving Day.
Green light for $280m plant
Wintering practices are critical
Soil damage during winter is a big issue for farmers. It coincides with high stock densities and high soil moisture conditions.
Farmers back blitz
The dairy industry is supporting councils in their efforts to get all farmers to meet their effluent obligations.
Crackdown on non-compliant farmers
DairyNZ says it supports the Waikato Regional Council monitoring and increasing their focus on high-risk farms.