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Understanding water issues are complex, but many people do not appreciate some of the basic elements of water science.

Federated Farmers has welcomed the release of the Government's discussion paper on freshwater management as a "useful next step".

MinisterEllisonRuddWatts legal experts Rachel Devine and Kathy Wilson summarise two main policy documents on freshwater management being considered by the Government.

The development of a solar powered pumping system has opened up possibilities for farmers looking for a guaranteed water supply to outlying areas of the farm, which are often not connected to the national grid.

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.

A solar water pump system is helping get much needed water to stock on remote hill country farms and has captured international interest from water-stressed countries.

With the increasing standards required for water used in farm dairies Singh's Engineering Services of Hamilton have developed a solution.

The Land and Water Forum (LAWF) is proposing time limits for farmers to fence waterways on their properties, with dairy farmers among the first to be affected.

The water quality target of the West Coast's Lake Brunner has been achieved five years ahead of schedule, says Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith.

Glockemann Pumps provide an easy way of moving water where there is no power, or where the need for monitoring stationary engines is a headache, because they use the water itself to do the job.