Communities benefit from doubling of landcare funding

National has doubled funding for the Landcare Trust to improve management of waterways and native flora and fauna near farm land.

The Landcare Trust, a partnership between Federated Farmers, Fish & Game, Forest & Bird and four other national stakeholders, has worked with hundreds of farmers and landowners to review and improve their land management practices. As a result, waterways have been protected, trees planted, pests controlled, and native flora and fauna has flourished. Baseline funding of $400,000 a year has not changed since 1996.

National is serious about improving fresh water quality – one of our most precious environmental and economic resources. Our announcement of another $400,000 a year will enable the Trust to expand and grow its successful land management work. This includes support for Landcare and community-based groups, fostering research, and providing land management training.

More information:
http://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/govt+boosts+funding+improve+land+management+practice