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… Hill Country Futures is a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. … the Hill Country Futures website here This multi-year programme takes a trans-disciplinary approach to “landscapes” and considers the whole farm system and associated communities. The Hill Country Futures programme incorporates … New Zealand’s hill country farms and rural communities: Development of a pathways – framework Landscape classification tools   Biodiversity in forage landscapes   Communities to market   Learn more about the research on their website …

… A research model is evaluating the cumulative impact of farm system changes on greenhouse gas emissions and financial performance.  … farming systems while reducing methane emissions. The project will use the PRISYM model, a research model, to analyse data from several sheep and beef farms, including one that also integrates dairy production.   The focus will be on seeing if the model can help … Optimising farm systems and reducing emissions while staying profitable …

… We invest in research that has longevity and ongoing benefit to farmers. Learn more about our completed projects and explore the practical tools and solutions available. … Past animal health and productivity research …