Catchment Convos

Hey Southland farmers! We’re excited to drop this very first episode of Thriving Southland’s new podcast, “Catchment Convos”, your go-to podcast for inspiring stories of grassroots efforts by local farmers and communities driving change and sustainability in the Southland region. 

We head to Edendale in this episode, featuring Tim McRae and Birgit Pemberton from the newly formed Edendale Aquifer Group. 

Learn how this Southland community are using science to tackle the tricky issue of nutrient movement, focusing on nitrogen and nitrate reduction. 

From cutting-edge LiDAR data to building pilot wetlands, hear how local efforts are creating sustainable solutions that could impact the entire region.

Some of the key reasons to listen in are -

• Discover how locals are leading hands-on projects to reduce nitrogen leaching across Southland’s catchments. These efforts aim to address critical environmental challenges while keeping sustainability at the forefront.

• Explore the role of cutting-edge technology and data, such as LiDAR and nitrate metres, in understanding water quality and nutrient movement in catchments. This information is helping shape smarter decisions and practices for long-term benefits.

• Learn how community-driven initiatives, like wetland construction and water quality monitoring, are fostering collaboration among farmers, businesses, and environmental groups. The Edendale Aquifer Group’s efforts are paving the way for solutions that can be applied across other catchments.

Join the conversation and get inspired by the real stories of a community paving the way for a more sustainable future in Southland’s agricultural landscape.

Listen now to stay updated on how these grassroots initiatives are making an impact!

Connect with Tim & Birgit of the Edendale Aquifer Group at https://www.thrivingsouthland.co.nz/edendale-aquifer-group/

Connect with us at Thriving Southland

Website: https://www.thrivingsouthland.co.nz/

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Catchment groups, projects, events, research, science, field days, and more, Catchment Convos. I'm Rachael Halder, your host and Senior Catchment Coordinator with Thriving Southland. With so much to share and lots in the pipeline, Catchment Convos is a podcast where we're going to talk about all things catchment groups. Whether you're a farmer, a local, or just someone curious about the work and happenings of catchment groups here in Southland, this show is for you.

This podcast has started to help share and spread the word of the incredible stories and projects happening right here in Southland. We're talking real grassroots stuff. Farmers, communities, and industries rolling up their sleeves and making a difference from the ground up. There's too much to share over a coffee or at a field day. So, we thought we'd break it down into groups, projects, research, and ideas so you can listen when you've got a minute, when you're in the tractor, or you're out and about.

Each episode, we'll be bringing on different guests. We'll be chatting with experts, farmers, catchment group members, project leads, and those who are leading their initiatives. Hearing about the challenges, the wins, and the practical tips that you can take away to your own group or your own piece of paradise. Sharing a little bit more and giving you the chance to hear what's going on in and around Southland. We're going to try and cover it all.

So hit that subscribe button, check out the website or social media, and join me every new episode for a Catchment Convo, see what guests will be having on and what topics we'll be covering off. Look forward to chatting.

Connect with us at Thriving Southland

Website: https://www.thrivingsouthland.co.nz/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingSouthland/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCERVHLoTWa0c4IL4BC4b_Kw

Email: [email protected]