The BCI Scheme is considering development options for the stage two area. The stage two area fits between Lauriston, Barrhill and State Highway One. Potential irrigators in the area have been surveyed and the response has been positive.
The intention is to deliver water to the area by gravity at Barrhill and install a pipe line to provide pressurised water to irrigators. The consented Ashburton Community Water Trust canal is one of the delivery options being considered as well as more regionally integrated alternatives. MPI is assisting with funding the engineering work.