The Decision Tree
Sign up as
a foundation
water user
Farmers have considered a range
of factors leading to their decision
to take water from the Ruataniwha
Water Storage Scheme.
(and pay a lower
price for water)
Sign up
after
April 18
The Scheme is a long-term, sustainable water supply solution for Central
Hawke’s Bay. It is part of a wider programme to better manage water
resources in the Tukituki Catchment.
YES
Under the Scheme, water is pumped under pressure through a network
of pipes to the farm gate, much like town supply.
Grow my farm
Peace of mind
Increase productivity
and bring more land
into use
A certain supply of
water will future-proof
my farm
NO
MY
BANK
MY
LAWYER
AND
ACCOUNTANT
What do my
advisors say?
HBRIC
STAFF
Adapt my farm
MY
IRRIGATION/
FARM
CONSULTANT
FAMILY
AND FRIENDS
Consider land use
changes and mixed
land use
The Scheme offers
some key advantages:
A reliable water
supply for the farm
YES
BECAUSE
Business
as usual
with accepted
uncertainties
MAYBE...
NO
Is it time
to sell?
A FUTURE
WITH A SECURE
WATER SUPPLY
BEGINS...
LET’S
REVIEW THE
KEY POINTS
Access to water
not currently available
Options to diversify
into other land uses
Do I want to
take water from
the Ruataniwha
Scheme?
An opportunity to increase
productivity on the farm
APRIL 2016