Farm plans have long been a cornerstone of Southland’s approach to managing environmental contamination risks associated with farming activities and are a key tool in the Southland Water and Land Plan.
To comply with the plan, Southland farmers have until mid-2026 to get a certified farm plan.
Southland Farm Plans need to be tailored to the unique circumstances of your property and catchment.
It’s important to start pulling together information for your farm plan now. We are here to support you with information and advice. Updated material including guidance for creating a farm plan and examples, is being tested with farmers currently, and will form part of the rollout over the coming months.
