ARTICLES
Stories, insights and media features
Read the latest articles, opinion pieces, media features, and thought leadership from the Tipu Whenua team.
2026
July 2026
The future of farming lies in alignment, not intensity
Explore why the future of farming depends on aligning people, nature, and business to create resilient, profitable farming systems for generations to come.
April 2026
The future of NZ dairy in a fuel-constrained world
What does a fuel-constrained future mean for New Zealand dairy farming? This article explores how resilient farm systems can adapt to changing energy and input challenges.
2025
June 2025
Catchment funding model raises questions
Explore why long-term support for farmer-led catchment groups is essential to maintaining momentum and delivering lasting environmental outcomes.
January 2025
Rural fire risks heightened by council policy
Explore why a whole-systems approach to land management is essential for reducing rural fire risk while balancing environmental and farming objectives.
2024
May 2024
Crunch time for catchment groups
Explore the challenges facing catchment groups and why long-term support is critical to sustaining community-led environmental action.
March 2024
Better farming for a better future
Discover how farmer-led collaboration and practical on-farm solutions are creating healthier landscapes and more resilient farming businesses.
2023
February 2023
A better, cheaper way to plant natives takes root
Discover the Tīmata Method, an innovative approach helping landowners restore native forests more effectively while significantly reducing establishment costs.
December 2023
Going back to native bush for a better bottom line
Discover how restoring native bush can improve farm resilience, create new income opportunities, and strengthen long-term environmental and financial outcomes.
November 2023
Fewer cows for a brighter farm future
Discover how reducing stocking rates can improve farm resilience, profitability, animal wellbeing, and long-term environmental outcomes.
November 2023
BoP farmers make gains in one of NZ’s most degraded ecosystems
Discover how Bay of Plenty farmers are restoring degraded ecosystems through practical land management that benefits both the environment and farm businesses.
May 2023
Tool enables good data collection
Discover how better data collection is helping farmers make informed decisions and build more resilient farming systems.
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2021 - 2022
May 2022
Local farmers offered free climate change help
Discover how farmers are building climate resilience with practical support, expert guidance, and whole-farm planning.
May 2021
Te Waihī estuary clean-up group says working with farmers is vital
Discover how collaboration between farmers and communities is helping restore waterways and protect the health of local estuaries.
May 2021
Te Waihi estuary clean up ideas sought
Discover how local communities are working with farmers to shape practical solutions for restoring the health of Te Waihi Estuary.
February 2021
Fonterra discharging nitrogen-heavy water on to 'ghost farms'
Explore the importance of whole-farm planning and integrated land management in reducing nutrient losses and protecting freshwater.
2020
August 2020
Rural veterinarians empathetic but compromised over animal welfare reporting, vet says
Explore the important role rural veterinarians play in supporting animal welfare, farmer wellbeing, and resilient farming communities.
September 2020
Calls for improved monitoring or total ban on live exports
Discover why animal welfare remains at the centre of discussions around livestock transport and international trade.
May 2020
Farming has future on Molesworth
Read how balancing conservation and productive farming is creating new opportunities for resilient land management.
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Growing resilient farms, strong futures, healthy farm Systems
Projects
Wai Kokopu
Living Soil Project
Recloaking the Bay
NZ Catchments
Tipu Wai