BusinessAugust 18, 2026

riparian

ry-PEER-ee-un

Definition

Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or stream.

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'riparius', derived from 'ripa', meaning 'river bank'. It entered English in the 19th century as a technical term for matters concerning the banks of watercourses.

In the news

The article describes the retirement and planting of riparian margins to filter sediment and nutrients before they reach the river, illustrating the farm's commitment to environmental stewardship.

Growing people and a future at Te Hou Farms

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Farmers Weekly

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