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The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand promotes and encourages responsible and scientifically-based nutrient management.
For example, where fertiliser application over a certain level requires a nutrient budget and/or nutrient management plan to be undertaken.
This Code assists land managers, alone or with the help of a fertiliser consultant, to follow the steps that may be required by a Regional Council in a specific situation.
Requirements may include:
The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand and Dairy NZ funded development of the Nutrient Management Adviser Certification Programme (NMACP). This industry-wide certification aims to ensure that advisers have the learning, experience and capability to give sound nutrient advice.
27 November 2019
There has been recent public discussion about the importation of phosphate rock from Western Sahara. We have prepared some FAQs to outline our industry position.
28 August 2019
The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand, as part of promoting best management practices in the agricultural industry, is encouraging farmers and growers to routinely monitor soil cadmium levels across New Zealand agricultural land.
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