How our collective strength helps shape practical regional policy | Ep. 106

Regional rules might feel like they’re made a long way from the farm gate – yet they directly affect how you farm every day. From nutrient limits to land use rules, the decisions made at your regional council table can change what you can and can’t do on-farm. In this episode, you’ll hear from some of DairyNZ’s regional policy team – David Cooper, Carina Ross, and Shaun Hazelton – on the big changes happening in policy right now and why your voice matters in these processes. Hear how DairyNZ is collaborating and working for dairy farmers to make sure rules are informed by research and grounded in reality, and how that protects your ability to farm productively and sustainably into the future.

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Since we recorded this episode, there’s been a win for farmers on two issues that DairyNZ has been advocating behind the scenes on. More common-sense rules for low-risk activities and breathing space for Otago water permits. These changes are a direct result of ongoing advocacy from DairyNZ and others. They give farmers more certainty, reduce paperwork, and mean the rules better reflect the realities on-farm – all while keeping the focus on improving water quality for the long term. For more information about DairyNZ’s advocacy work for dairy farmers, visit these links:

Our policy and advocacy work for farmers

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Resource management reform

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Regional freshwater advocacy

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