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The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand promotes and encourages responsible and scientifically-based nutrient management.
Managing nutrients well is in all New Zealanders’ interests, both for economic benefit and environmental management.
To promote good management practices, we develop training programmes, fund research, participate in government and local body working groups, and work closely with other organisations in the agricultural sector.
Founded over 70 years ago, The Fertiliser Association is an industry association funded by member companies to address issues of common public good. Members Ballance Agri-Nutrients and Ravensdown Limited manufacture, distribute and market around 98% of all fertilisers sold in New Zealand.
More information about us can be found in our latest Annual Report.
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.
3 July 2024
An interest in farm sustainability and sustainable fertiliser management was the key driver behind Massey University student Theané de Klerk’s decision to focus her Master’s degree on New Zealand’s agricultural phosphorus budget. Theané is one of three students that the Fertiliser Association of New Zealand is currently supporting.
26 June 2024
The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand have updated our Fertiliser Use on New Zealand Sheep and Beef Farms booklet.
The booklet provides clear and concise information on key aspects of soil fertility and nutrient management for productive drystock farming.
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