The purpose of this report is to obtain further knowledge and analyse some of the issues commercial vegetable growers in Ohakune faced during the 2007/08 drought. The report explores some of the options for future irrigation opportunities and tools to assist growers make more informed decisions about irrigation.
Vegetable production in Ohakune – managing drought risk
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