NIWA’s Riparian Buffers resource explains how vegetated strips of native grasses, shrubs, and trees between farmland and waterways act as natural filters—slowing runoff, trapping sediment, and reducing nitrogen and phosphorus entering water systems
Resource Category: On Farm Biodiversity
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Shelter
This factsheet outlines key shelter strategies and links these to the importance of providing shelter for sheep and beef cattle, Animal Welfare Act requirements and best-practice outcomes.
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West Coast Farm Plan Project
The West Coast Farm Plan Project – Videos & Case Studies page offers a practical video series led by freshwater ecologist Dr Duncan Gray, guiding farmers through key aspects of stream health. Designed specifically for farmers, the short clips have information applicable to dairy, beef, deer, and cropping systems.
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Predator control on farms, rural and bush areas
Guidance on large-scale predator control for farmers, rural landowners and forest managers
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Restoring our lowland waterways: from streams to drainage ditches
This webinar explores how even the most modified waterways can be brought back to life. Presented by Nathan Burkepile of NZ Landcare Trust, the session shares practical insights, real-world examples, and hopeful pathways for restoring ecological function, biodiversity, and resilience across lowland landscapes. Whether you’re working with streams, drains, or something in between, this webinar highlights why every waterway matters and what we can do to make a difference.