"Steve Goodman acted for our farming group first as policy consultant of which he oversaw the carrying out of this diligently. His knowledge of farm environmental management is thorough and he saw us through this requirement"

In 2015 Goodman Rural developed advisory services in resource management in order to meet client needs. Goodman Rural is regular involved in the completion of plans that meet the requirements of the local regional council, such as change in land use consents, irrigation consents, and fresh water farm plans. As qualified and experienced farm advisors we understand the financial implications of resource constraints and find pragmatic solutions. Clients include all pastoral and crop farming types including horticulture and viticulture.

  • Provision of advise for farm development that adds value
  • Guidance to assist clients with the completion of farm plans taking into consideration financial implications
  • Managing farm environmental risk including nutrient, sediment loss and carbon emissions 
  • Completion of nutrient budgets
  • Farm mapping including soil and land use classification maps
  • Assisting clients assess resource management risk with property investment, either existing or new opportunities
  • Farm environment management plans (FW-FP)
  • Farm management expertise for resource consent applications
  • Advice on the national policy statement for highly productive land (NPS-HPL), including the completion of local council reporting to influence decisions.