Good Farm in Practice

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Good Farm helps farmers bring all the parts of farm planning together in a way that’s practical, achievable and designed to fit around day-to-day work.

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These three case studies highlight how Taranaki farmers are using the modules to strengthen their businesses, understand their risks and improve their environmental performance.​

Each farmer has used the modules differently, choosing the areas that matter most to them. Their experiences show that you can start small, work at your own pace and build a plan that suits your farm.

Below you will find the full videos, along with a short summary of the key insights from each.

Case Study 1: Donna and Philip Cram

Biodiversity and Animal Welfare Modules

A closer look at a constructed wetland revealed more biodiversity than expected, including tree ferns, dragonflies and native spiders. The biodiversity module helped the Crams understand their progress and identify new opportunities, while the animal welfare module strengthened their knowledge of upcoming regulations and reinforced existing good practice.

Case Study 2: Murray Perks

People and Biosecurity Modules

Murray used the modules to bring scattered plans together, identify gaps and formalise the systems that keep his farm running smoothly. The people module helped refine staff processes, while the biosecurity module highlighted overlooked risks and made it easier to prioritise actions using a risk matrix.

Case Study 3: Hayden Lawrence

Emergency Planning and Greenhouse Gases Modules

Hayden gained a clearer understanding of risks that could affect his farm, including ashfall from a volcanic eruption and power line hazards during storms. The emergency planning module helped refine existing systems, while the greenhouse gas module showed where small improvements could strengthen long-term resilience.

Ready to get started?

Explore the full Good Farm templates and modules at goodfarm.nz/templates.

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Good Farm has collated a range of resources designed to cover all aspects of Integrated Farm Planning, while showcasing stories of farmers just like you who have taken their planning by the horns.

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