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.
Resource Tag: erosion
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Carex plantings along board drains
This guide offers practical advice on successfully establishing native sedge (Carex) species in wetland and riparian areas.
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The Manuka and Kanuka Plantation Guide
This guideline delivers best-practice instructions for establishing mānuka plantations, covering topics from site selection and eco-sourcing seedlings to planting methods, pest management, and long-term maintenance.
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Riparian Planting Guide
Step-by-step instructions for the planning and implementing riparian restoration along streams and rivers.
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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.