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The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand promotes and encourages responsible and scientifically-based nutrient management.
5 February 2020
FANZ commissioned a study to update the estimates of the average carbon footprint of a range of fertilisers used in New Zealand by Ballance Agri-Nutrients and Ravensdown. This was based on local production and importation data for 2018/19.
15 January 2020
FANZ has commissioned this study to analyse the value of nitrogenous fertilisers to the primary sector, both at the farm gate and to the wider New Zealand economy.
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.
28 August 2019
Climate change is a global challenge which must be addressed by all nations. It is essential that we act to support the efficient and responsible use of natural resources. The Zero Carbon Amendment Bill will provide a much-welcomed framework for emissions reductions. However, what sits under the legislation will be critical.
28 August 2019
A review commissioned by the Fertiliser Association of New Zealand seeks to understand how much nitrous oxide and ammonia is typically emitted from ammonium-based nitrogen fertilisers - and whether New Zealand's emission factors for these gases are appropriate.
28 August 2019
When phosphate fertiliser is managed well, recently applied fertiliser generally comprises less than 10% of total phosphorus losses to the environment, a recent review has revealed.
7 June 2019
We have received questions recently about whether it is appropriate to apply phosphate (P) fertiliser during the winter months. As a result, the Fertiliser Association has produced an advisory with good management practice principles.
17 April 2019
Soil scientists have reached a new milestone, digitally mapping more than 8 million hectares of New Zealand soils.
17 April 2019
An innovative recycling project by AgRecovery could see agricultural waste transformed into new agricultural products - including the woven polypropylene bags that fertiliser is stored in.
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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