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Models of erosion processes and suspended sediment loads in New Zealand

  • New Zealand has a unique landscape that is prone to many different types of erosion. These different types of erosion can be modelled using national and regional models, multi-process models, hybrid models, single-process or total load models.

    The dataset - what is it?

    Data is generally used at central and regional government level.

    Why it's important to a landowner?

    When deciding land use or land management sediment may be a deciding factor. Suspended sediment may not meet local regulations or the owners’ values.

    • How to use this information safely
      • Fitness for purpose / limitations

        This table indicates whether the dataset is suitable for different types of questions at different scales.

        Note: Users should carefully consider their purpose as this dataset may not be suitable.

         

        Operational

        Absolute

        Relative

        Screening/scoping

        Block/farm

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Multi-farms(5+)

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Catchment

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        National/regional

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Maybe

        Caveats

        The choice of model depends on the decision scale (extent) and type of question or decision under consideration. Please refer to the linked document for further information.

        How to interpret this table (opens in a new tab)

  • Please note:

    You can use this information to help with information on pasture production under climate change.

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