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The Fertiliser Association of New Zealand promotes and encourages responsible and scientifically-based nutrient management.
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 and a website.
New Zealand is one of a number of countries importing phosphate rock from Western Sahara. There has been recent public discussion about the importation.
Ms Hajbouha Zoubeir visited New Zealand in February to talk about the work of the Phosboucraa Foundation. The Foundation was established in 2014 to carry out the Phosboucraa mine's sustainability programme in the region. Over the last five years, the Foundation has supported access to education, skills development, entrepreneurship, and healthcare.
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Please listen to an interview with Ms Hajbouha Zoubeir who is herself Saharawi, talking about the Phosboucraa Foundation's social investment programme. She also provides a personal perspective on the reality of life in Western Sahara.
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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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