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Climate change and greenhouse gases: what arable farmers need to know
What are greenhouse gases and how do they affect climate? Which GHGs are produced on arable farms and how can you measure them? This book provides a Greenhouse Gas 101 for New Zealand arable farmers. It provides the information you need to understand public discussions and start considering a management plan for your farm business....
FAR Environmental Strategy 2024-2030
FAR's updated Environmental Strategy provides a framework for research, development and extension activities to assist arable farmers safeguard vital resources and secure their future....
FAR Technical Report Issue 1: Moisture Monitoring Project 2023/24
In 2023, FAR set up a Moisture Monitoring project at its Kowhai Research Site in Lincoln to provide independent insights into the range of moisture monitoring systems available in New Zealand. This report covers findings from the first year of the trial and outlines key considerations when choosing a moisture monitoring system....
Technology Update 001: A guide to moisture monitoring systems
This Technology Update summarises the first year of findings from a three year moisture probe demonstration at FAR’s Kowhai Research site in Lincoln. It lists 10 key things to think about when considering purchasing a soil moisture monitoring system or service. ...
FAR Focus 15: Good soil is good business
This guide discusses what soil quality means, why it matters and how you can manage the soils on your farm to improve their quality, productivity and environmental credentials. ...