Location and Climate

Canterbury Seed is located in the heart of the Canterbury plains, an area with a rich agricultural heritage. It stretches from the base of the Southern Alps to the ocean, encompassing braided rivers and fertile plains. This area is the 'nursery' of the southern hemisphere, producing some of the best quality seeds in the world.

Click on the links below to learn more about the climate in our area.

NIWA Data

Seasonal rainfall, temperature and sunshine maps for New Zealand.

Short Term Forecast

Do you want to know if it will rain this week or when to start planting/harvesting? Find out the latest and most up to date weather in your area.