Department of Conservation – media release New research to test the use of repellents to help keep kea safe during predator control operations is underway near Arthur’s Pass in Canterbury. The Department of Conservation and OSPRI (TBfree) are funding the research, which will test the effectiveness of two bird repellents (d-pulegone and anthraquinone) in reducing […]
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North Canterbury Wine region preparing for toughest harvest amidst pandemic
The North Canterbury wine region is marking the official start of harvest, in what has been described as the ‘toughest season ever’. Hurunui District Council mayor Marie Black picked the first grapes of harvest at one of the region’s vineyards. “The North Canterbury Wine Region is a crucial part of our district’s fabric and I […]
Don’t set the world on fire!
Many high country and hill farmers in Canterbury have permits from ECan allowing them to burn during September, BUT we need to remember to please contact Fire and Emergency NZ first, this is essential to ensure fires are managed safely during Level 3 lockdown. We all understand that the use of fire is an important […]
Partnership the key to success for Canterbury sustainable irrigation award winners
Canterbury farming couple Ted and Sue Rollinson are the New Zealand region winners of the inaugural Zimmatic™ Sustainable Irrigation Awards. The Rollinsons own a 380-hectare dairy farm in mid-Canterbury. Sharemilkers Tom and Leanne Heneghan have been on farm for 11 years and milk 1,500 cows on the property. The awards aim to celebrate excellence in […]