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Dairy farmers play an important role in protecting waterways. There are many things you can do on farm to improve or maintain water quality.

Water is valued highly by New Zealanders, whether it’s for sport and recreation, cultural significance, beautiful landscapes or wildlife habitats.

Fencing waterways

 Fencing

Improve water quality by fencing off waterways. Find out about the rules and most effective strategies here.

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Planting waterways

 Planting

Maximise the success of your riparian planting by following these steps for how, when and what to plant beside waterways.

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Waterway erosion

 Waterway erosion

Find out how to protect productive farmland and avoid waterway contamination by controlling erosion.

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Crossings

 Crossing

Benefit from safer, less stressful travel by considering these factors when constructing farm crossings.

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Drains

 Drain

Improve pasture production, stock health and soil moisture by managing drains well.

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Wetlands

 Wetlands

Reduce nutrient losses and minimise flood damage by protecting on-farm wetlands.

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Regional planting guides

Planting advice specific to your region to help you get the best value for every dollar spent.

Riparian Planner Tool

Creating a riparian management plan to fence, plant and protect waterways is now easy with our new online tool.

In Your Region

DairyNZ is working with councils, farmers, and authorities to help ensure sound policy development.

Sustainable Dairying: Water Accord

Dairy farmers are tackling environmental issues head on and have made significant progress on their commitment to farming within environmental limits.