Farm Environment Plan audits
Balanced, well-evidenced FEP audits that recognise good management, identify practical next steps and give you a clear picture of where you stand.
A fair, credible audit
An FEP audit assesses how well your farm is meeting the objectives and targets in its Farm Environment Plan. Shane takes the time to understand the property and the decisions behind the data, so performance is assessed fairly and objectively, and the audit grade is well supported.
What's involved
- Review of your FEP, records and supporting evidence before the visit
- On-farm site audit with you or your farm team
- Clear audit report and grade, with practical recommendations
- Follow-up on actions where needed
Experience
Shane has five years as a Principal Farm Environmental Advisor at Environment Canterbury and has audited dairy, dairy support, arable, cut-and-carry, and sheep and beef properties, including second and third-cycle audits and audits within irrigation scheme ASM programmes.
Where Shane works
Based in Canterbury and working across the region, from North Canterbury and the Amuri Basin through Waimakariri, Selwyn and the Ashburton/Hinds plains to South Canterbury, and working nationally with farmers and organisations throughout New Zealand.
Common questions
How often are FEP audits required?
Audit frequency is usually set by your consent conditions, regional plan rules or irrigation scheme, and can depend on your previous audit grade.
What should I have ready for an FEP audit?
Your current FEP, nutrient budget, irrigation and effluent records, fertiliser records, maps and any evidence of actions completed. Shane will send a checklist before the visit.
Do you audit farms in irrigation schemes?
Yes. Shane audits farms operating under irrigation scheme and catchment programmes across Canterbury.