Farmers across Southland have been granted an 18-month extension to submit freshwater plans.  

The Government's pushed the deadline from the end of the month to November next year.   

The plans are a key tool for managing risks to freshwater and quality in catchments. 

Associate Minister for Agriculture Andrew Hoggard told Ryan Bridge it's important all farmers in the region submit their plans. 

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Farmers across Southland have been granted an 18-month extension to submit freshwater plans. &nbsp;
The Government's pushed the deadline from the end of the month to November next year. &nbsp;&nbsp;
The plans are a key tool for managing risks to freshwater and quality in catchments.&nbsp;
Associate Minister for Agriculture Andrew Hoggard told Ryan Bridge it's important all farmers in the region submit their plans.&nbsp;
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Andrew Hoggard: Associate Minister for Agriculture on Southland farmers receiving an extension for their freshwater plans

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