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20 Wednesday August 21 2019 Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi SELWYN RURAL LIFE SELWYN TIMES Federated Farmers committed to reducing greenhouse gases The Action on Agricultural Emissions discussion paper is a positive first step as farmers and the Government hammer out a practical path to reduce livestock greenhouse gas emissions, Federated Farmers says. “We are agreed that a priority is to find a workable and affordable way that farmers can measure emissions and sinks at the farm level and to adopt practices and any new technologies that will help drive down methane and nitrous oxide emissions,” Federated Farmers climate change spokesman Andrew Hoggard says. “Where we differ is that the Government keeps emphasising pricing as the predominant tool. Federated Farmers does not agree with universal pricing of methane. The Emissions Trading Scheme has failed to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from transport – in fact, transport emissions have nearly doubled since 1990. Universal pricing of methane will be similarly unsuccessful.” What Federated Farmers has committed to is working with the Government to design a pricing mechanism where any price is part of a broader framework to support on-farm practice change. Such pricing would be set at the margin, that is, only applying to methane emissions over the 0.3% per annum reductions that science says is enough to ensure methane no longer adds to global warming. New Zealand farmers are proud to be among the most efficient producers in world and, unlike many of their overseas competitors, essentially stand on their own two feet as their animals stand on their own four feet. Farmers here are largely unsubsidised by consumers (by way of inflated prices) or taxpayers and that has been the case for over 30 years, Hoggard says. If New Zealand’s milk and meat export volumes reduce as a result of lower onfarm production, the gap will be filled by less efficient producers. This is known as “emissions leakage” and will ultimately increase global emissions and food costs. “So any pricing should only be a tool to incentivise farmers into taking up economically viable opportunities to cut methane, just as the Government might use incentives or a nudge to encourage people to switch to an electric vehicle. “Unlike a fossil-fuel powered vehicle, there is no ‘electric sheep’ equivalent for farmers. But there is the potential for methane inhibitors or a vaccine, albeit some years away from proof and coming to market,” Hoggard says. Breeding low-emission animals and selecting low-emission feeds are options being explored in the meantime. The agriculture sector has committed to work with the Government and iwi/Maori to design a practical and cost-effective system for reducing emissions at farm level – including a pricing mechanism as part of the broad framework – by 2025. Meanwhile, the sector’s proposed 5-year programme of action is aimed at ensuring farmers and growers are equipped with the knowledge and tools they need to deliver emissions reductions while maintaining profitability. Diesel Blower Heaters • An industrial diesel powered blower heater, which is ideal for warming a large area. • Clean burning technology and diesel economy allow it to operate for up to 14 hours on a single tank. • Designed especially to keep operation noise to an absolute minimum. • Plug the heater into a standard three pin plug power point and turn the thermostat to the desired heat setting and the burner starts automatically and will continue operation until it reaches the preset heat setting, automatically turning itself off and on as required to maintain the temperature. • A truly powerful, versatile and economical heater 30 kW - $795.00 GST incl 50 kW - $895.00 GST incl 3 TRUCKS 3 CARS 3 LUBES 3 SERVICING 3 FLEET WORK 3 BOATS 3 DIESEL INJECTOR 3 & PUMP SERVICING 3 ENGINE TUNING Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Sat 8am-12pm (WOFs only) Tuatara Machinery Ltd • 291 Weedons Ross Road Tel. 03 347 4956 • Mob. 0274 770 070 www.tuataramachinery.co.nz 3 BRAKES 3 MAXXIS TYRES 3 WHEEL ALIGNMENTS 3 BATTERIES 3 WOFs 3 CAMBELTS AND MUCH MORE! 839 Jones Road, Rolleston P.O. Box 16 Rolleston Phone Simon on 347 7110 or Mobile 027 272 9213 New Zealand farmers are proud to be among the most efficient producers in world and, unlike many of their overseas competitors, essentially stand on their own two feet as their animals stand on their own four feet. Firewood & Coal Direct to the public INtRODuCtORY SPECIAL FREE Delivery* 417 Creyke Road, Darfield | Phone 03 975 4502 Open Monday to Friday 6am-6pm, Saturday 8am-1pm or after hours by appointment NOW OPEN All firewood orders receive free delivery within 15 km of the yard until 31 August 2019. OuR PRODuCtS • Coal – 20 kg bags or 500kg bulk bags • Firewood - pick up or deliver (delivery charges apply) • Paparoa Red Rock available in three grades: -4mm, 12.25mm and 25mm plus • Railway Sleepers - 1200mm lengths • WINZ Quotes available • EFTPOS available
SELWYN TIMES Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Wednesday August 21 2019 21 HOME PROFESSIONALS Professional designer offers innovation and beauty Looking forward to the warmer weather signals a good time to start planning your new garden or revamping your existing one, suggests landscape designer Sharon Crofts. A good way to start, she says, is with a consultation to discuss your ideas and, from there, Sharon will produce a design concept and a planting schedule to create a garden that’s unique to you and your lifestyle. While many homeowners like to plan their own gardens, calling on a professional designer can be very helpful as they often have design and planting ideas or innovative landscape options the home gardener hadn’t thought of. Sharon covers all aspects of landscape design from the initial site consultation to preparing design concepts and planting proposals, making it easy for the homeowners to implement themselves if that want to. If not, Sharon Crofts Landscape Design has a team of experienced and professional contracts who will complete the work to exacting standards and work throughout Canterbury including residential properties, rural and lifestyle blocks and new subdivisions, particularly in the Selwyn area. Garden centres and nurseries are well stocked with new plants and shrubs for your garden at this time of year and having your own personalised landscape plan can certainly reduce the indecision over which plants to choose, says Sharon. Having your paving or decking areas professional designed and executed will give the landscaping that professional edge which, in turn, will add to the property’s value. Sharon enjoys working collaboratively with her clients and transforming initial plans into reality within budget and on time. Her many years of experience also help when it comes to what planting works in the Canterbury climate and with local soils. Whether your landscape project is small or large give Sharon a call at Sharon Crofts Landscape Design on 03 329 6229, mobile 0274 311 558 or email s-crofts@xtra.co.nz. Sharon CroftS LandSCape d e S ign • Consultations • Design Concepts • Planting Plans P. 329 6229 M. 0274 311 558 s-crofts@xtra.co.nz www.sharoncrofts.co.nz YOUR LOCAL FLOORING EXPERTS AND WE COME TO YOU AT A TIME THAT SUITS At Harrisons Carpet you’ll always get the best advice and best price from your locally owned and operated Harrisons expert. We’ll come to you with our vans full of over 500 carpet samples plus a range of other flooring options. OUR PRICE PROMISE Amanda Wilson - Owner Harrisons Carpet, Canterbury Country FOR A FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATION 0800 103 004 harrisonscarpet.co.nz Why Harrisons? • It’s easy, we’re mobile, so we come to you • We provide free designer colour and style advice • Huge range of the latest carpets and vinyls to suit all decors and budgets • Our price promise* • Get Fly Buys with every purchase • Finance options available (Q Card, GEM Visa) *See website for details See you at your place TM Our Services • House Re-Wiring • Garden Lighting • New Builds • Mitsubishi Heat Pumps • Office Re-Fits • Internet & Telephone • TV Aerials • Spa Pool Installation • Industrial Installation • Electrical Safety Certificates Mobile 021 22 77 275 Web juiceelectrical.co.nz Email greg@aelectrical.co.nz 03 379 6644 PO Box 7778, Sydenham, Christchurch 8240
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