The insects use animal faeces for food and reproduction.
The process not only removes manure but can improve soil health, pasture productivity, reduce water and nutrient runoff, and reduce parasitic infections in livestock.
"I think it will be good for all people in agriculture, I encourage all Wairarapa farmers to check it out."
The $1.5 million project is the first major release of dung beetles in the North Island since they were trialled in Kaipara 15 years ago.
Two species of dung beetle from Europe, Onthophagus Taurus and Onthophagus Binodus, were released.
"We put some lovely fresh cow manure out and put batches of 50 onto them," said Mrs Atkinson.
They then put containers over them so they would take to the dung and create tunnels in the earth.
Some brood balls, which are dung balls with larvae in them, were also buried to generate more beetles.
"It will take a while for them to establish a population," said Mrs Atkinson.
So far 200 beetles have been released on the farm.
The Atkinson's farm is a mixed pastural farm where they farm sheep, cattle, deer, organic crops and carry out dairy support.
Mrs Atkinson said they were interested in hosting the beetles after going to an information day at Kahutara Hall two and half years ago.
They met Mr Forgie there, who was also interested in using the organic part of their farm as a possible release site.
The Wairarapa release was held by Landcare Research and Greater Wellington Regional Council.
Richard Grimmett, council leader for pest and plants, says the council hopes other organisations will follow suit.
"The benefits of releasing these beetles in New Zealand far exceeds the costs to bring them here.
"This is an initiative that has the potential to drastically improve the health of our region's farms and our environment."
The beetles undergo a thorough approval process including disease clearance by the Ministry for Primary Industries.
