Water quality and limits


Water quality is a description of the condition of the water. It includes measurements, using proven scientific methods, of physical, chemical and biological parameters.
Read moreCatchments


All water in a catchment is connected. Understanding the types of water features on your farm will help you make decisions to reduce the amount of contaminants reaching waterways.
Read moreIdentifying contaminants


How waterways are impacted by excess nutrients, sediment and bacteria.
Read moreWater quality on your farm


There are many options available to improve the health of our waterways. This page will help you understand the actions you can take.
Read moreReducing phosphorus (P) loss


There are many options to reduce the amount of P that enters the environment. This page will help you identify opportunities on your farm to reduce P loss.
Read moreStrategies to reduce N fertiliser use


Using less N fertiliser can contribute to better water quality and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
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