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Difficulties in using land use pressure and soil quality indicators to predict water quality

Land pressures and soil quality can influence local water quality. Land use, catchment and climatic factors were strong predictors of 15 years of water quality. A snapshot…
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Phosphorus applications adjusted to optimal crop yields can help sustain global phosphorus reserves

With the longevity of phosphorus reserves uncertain, distributing phosphorus to meet food production needs is a global challenge. Here we match plant-available soil Olsen phosphorus…
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Can Kānuka Increase Pasture Production in New Zealand Hill Country? 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 pasture production,…
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Storying Kaitiakitanga

Sharing kaitiakitanga values and practices in the Māori agricultural sector to enhance productivity and identify new niche markets
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Total soil cadmium concentrations in the Winchmore long-term phosphorus fertiliser trial are still increasing

Reliable data on the rate of cadmium (Cd) accumulation in soils that receive phosphorus (P) fertiliser is vital to help manage the impact of Cd…
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Summary: Determining GHG Reduction Potential Through Regenerative Agriculture

This infographic depicts the key processes contributing to greenhouse gas balance in agricultural systems with livestock, and outlines the proposed effects of regenerative agriculture and…
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Implementing Te Mana o Te Wai

Supporting iwi, hapū, water users, and decision-makers to understand and implement policy that prioritises Te Mana o te Wai
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Our Land and Water Podcast Episode 6: We can make progress – but we need to work together

Local community involvement is one of the keys to the long-term health of our rivers and lakes, and communities like catchment groups can play a…
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Map of Total Nitrogen Excess and Reduction Potential

An interactive map shows the total nitrogen (TN) in excess of current national rules and the potential for mitigation strategies to reduce TN losses from…
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