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Estimation of Catchment Nutrient Loads in New Zealand Using Monthly Water Quality Monitoring Data

Causes of variation between nutrient loads estimated using alternative calculation methods and their repeatability were investigated using 20 years of daily flow and monthly concentration…
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Better Phosphorus Use Can Ensure its Stocks Last More than 500 Years and Boost Global Food Production

The world has enough stocks of phosphorus to boost global food production for over 500 years – but only if countries are less wasteful with…
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The Effect of Kānuka Trees on Surface Runoff and Sediment and Nutrient Losses: Research Video

In this research video, we explore the results of Tom Mackay-Smith’s PhD at Massey University, measuring the impact of spaced kānuka trees on surface runoff…
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Strip-till Fodder Beet to Improve Land and Water Outcomes

Fodder beet is an important crop for wintering in New Zealand farming systems. It keeps well through winter providing a high dry matter feed. However,…
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Enabling Collaborative Practice: Key Variables for Design, Evaluation or Trouble Shooting Collaborative Practice

This 2-page PDF is suitable for practitioners and decision-makers to print and use. It describes the conditions, capabilities and capacities that influence the success of…
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Orbiting kiwifruit water meters

Satellites passing overhead could assess water in kiwifruit canopy leaves and help identify when irrigation is needed. As councils tighten up on water allocations, keeping…
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Monitoring Freshwater Improvement Actions

Monitoring the effectiveness of interventions and mitigation actions on freshwater improvement. For full information see the programme website
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Wairoa River Bed Sediment

The Wairoa River carries large quantities of fine sediment (clays, silts and sands). This fine sediment cloaks both the bed and the banks of the…
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Predicting facial eczema risks in a changing New Zealand climate

Facial eczema is a major concern for New Zealand farmers due to its economic impact and animal welfare implications. The disease occurs when animals ingest…
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