Awatuna/Auroa; Farming for the Future
Farming for the future group is a strong, resilient, and connected community that values wellbeing and sustainability by utilising knowledge and technology to enhance our community.
Lead Farmers: Byron West and Chris Young
Coordinator: Nicola Bryant
Strategic focus areas:
- Understanding the four rivers and impact on these - Oeo, Otakeho, Punehu and Ouri Rivers 
- Stream health monitoring . 
- Shelter and Shade investigated 
- Linking in with the school - Agri kids 
- Wellbeing 
- Weed, Predator and Pest management 
- Connectivity and Technology 
 
                 
                 

 
                     
                    