Farmers

Find out about freshwater farm plans, why they’re being introduced by the Ministry for the Environment and who will need one.

Up-to-date information about the rules for the activities that farmers commonly undertake, and whether these activities are permitted or need a resource consent. This guide replaces the 'Farmer's guide to permitted activities'.

Find out more about the new Essential Freshwater rules and regulations and how they apply to you in the Waikato.

Find out more about this change to the Waikato Regional Plan, with rules to manage the discharge of nitrogen, phosphorus, sediment and bacteria in the Waikato and Waipā rivers to improve water quality.

You might need a resource consent from us to take water. Find out more about water allocations and the consent process.

Outdoor burning is a significant contributor to air pollution in some areas of the Waikato region. You can help reduce air pollution from outdoor burning.

Agrichemicals are chemicals used to manage plant diseases and pests. Waikato Regional Council has rules and requirements for agrichemical spraying,

Learn about agricultural waste minimisation, agrichemical disposal and our rules around waste.

Learn more about Nitrogen cap (N cap) here.

Learn more about the requirements here.

Find out more about setting up a nutrient management plan and why managing nutrients is important.

It’s important to know the limitations of your land and its soil, and what uses it is capable of supporting.

Keeping stock out of waterway margins and wet areas such as drains, seeps and wetlands reduces stock losses, improves stock management and health, and improves water quality.

Find out more about the effects intensive farming can have on soil quality and the surrounding environment.

Find out more about planting, waterways and wetland management.

Find out more about drought resilience in the Waikato region.