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… it will amend the NPS-FM.   However, the NPS-FM is still in place and many regional councils are continuing with their planning processes and we’re seeing some really worrying rules come out with significant implications for farmers.   What … this report to call on the Government to urgently amend the national bottom lines or redouble efforts to pause the planning process – we need to stop those bottom lines from being implemented while we work on a better approach to …

… option. A potential solution is the use of shrubby vegetation e.g. Tagasaste, as a soil stabiliser as well as a stock feed. Tagasaste is a hardy nitrogen fixer with high protein foliage suitable for sheep and cattle that thrives on steep, … time between production from the two aspects means there is the potential for two springs’ worth of stock feed. Additionally, Tagasaste provides shade and shelter to support animal welfare.    For more information on this …