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Rainwater harvesting systems could save water and money

Dry weather this year has thrown water supplies on farm into focus, but are rainwater harvesting systems are worth it?

Mia Willemsen
News and business reporter
clock 鈥� 3 min read
Peter Hall's rainwater harvesting system installed by JRH water management
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Peter Hall's rainwater harvesting system installed by JRH water management

Rainwater harvesting can help farmers save water, cut water bills and take pressure off water supplies. It involves the collection and storage of rainwater from surfaces like roofs, which otherwise...

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