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Farmers back wetland project set to benefit community
Eileen and Shane Walker, the driving forces behind a Kapiti Coast wetland project that's in its fifth year, have a…Eight million plants and counting for council’s riparian scheme
It all started with one native plant. It was 1996 and Taranaki Regional Council had just launched its ground-breaking riparian…Synlait ups forecast milk price
Embattled milk processor Synlait is the latest to increase its forecast base milk price for the 2024/25 season.First polled bull to make prestigious ranking list
CRV has produced the first homozygous polled bull to make New Zealand’s prestigious Ranking of Active Sires (RAS) list, demonstrating…National
India FTA 'still a priority'
Agriculture and Overseas Trade Minister Todd McClay says his government is pulling out all the stops to get a trade…
Urgent action needed to safeguard vets
New research has revealed a worrying statistic: fewer than half of veterinarians in New Zealand intend to stay in the…Fonterra announces new $150m UHT plant for Edendale site
Fonterra’s oldest milk processing site – at Edendale, Southland is getting a new $150 million UHT cream plant.Extra funding for methane inhibitor
A methane inhibiting bolus specifically suited to New Zealand's pastoral farming system is awaiting regulatory approval for a launch late…Cow collars reduce empty rate
With mating season just around the corner, Darfield dairy farmer Daniel Schat says activity-monitoring collars have been a game changer…World
Japan hungry for high value Fonterra dairy ingredients
Fonterra was part of a recent New Zealand business delegation to Japan, a market that is one of the co-operative's top export destinations for high-quality, innovative dairy ingredients.
Co-op eyes Japanese market
Japanese consumers pay a premium for food that contains ingredients that support health.
Boosting dairy soil health
The Victorian state government in Australia and its dairy sector have jointly launched a new innovative research programme to improve soil health.
Oz supermarket giant obtains green light to buy milk plants
Australian supermarket giant Coles has been given the green light by the competition watchdog to buy two milk processing plants.
Norco bounces back from flood
Australia's largest dairy co-operative Norco is back making ice cream, 18 months after a catastrophic flood destroyed its manufacturing plant.
Opinion
Conserving the most flexible feed
Well-made, high-quality grass silage is one of the most valuable feeds available to farmers.
Editorial: Stars lining up for dairying
OPINION: There's growing confidence that dairy prices are firming up.Not a fund for wish lists
Regional Development Minister Shane Jones delivered a speech this month at the inaugural Regional Growth Summit where he spoke about the…Editorial: Starting the GM conversation
OPINION: Last year, Federated Farmers wrote to all political parties seeking support for reforming genetically modified technology rules.Market driven demand for sustainable dairy products
OPINION: Over the past 12 months I have noticed a growing emphasis on the dairy industry’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions…Agribusiness
New board resurrects show
The new chair of the Canterbury A&P Association (CAPA) board, Sir David Carter, is pleading for public support for this…
RST chair to step down
National Rural Support Trust chair Neil Bateup is stepping down next month, after seven years in the role.New brand identity for feed company
Recognising how nutrition can limit or optimise the productivity of livestock is crucial to the future of the dairy industry,…Colostrum expert turns 40
Auckland-based supplement and nutritional company New Image International is celebrating 40 years of business in their home country.Spreading sweet delight in Oz
Fonterra says its latest butter offering is delighting taste buds across Australia.Management
Data helps make water usage calls
Things are getting busy again in the water sector across both the agriculture and metro areas.
Right amount, at the right time
Good effluent management on the dairy farm combines a well-designed system with proper processes to ensure the right amount of…Groundbreaking test paves the way
Hamilton-based Hill Labs has introduced a new test to detect earthworm eDNA levels in soils, claiming that it marks a…‘Buy the best, breed them better’ strategy delivers
When you talk to Newlands Whytock about his Holstein Friesian herd, he's like a kid at Christmas. Finally living his…Embracing Jerseys with no regrets
The last thing most Jersey members would expect to read in the Jersey Focus is an article about the well-known…Farm Health
BVD losses mounting
Bovine Viral diarrhoea (BVD) is one of the most infectious diseases in cattle, causing major economic losses worldwide.
Tackling subclinical ketosis
Subclinical ketosis (SCK) is a significant health challenge in our dairy herds, primarily occurring in early lactation when cows can…Collars, BCS help reduce empty rates
The Lincoln University Demonstration Dairy Farm (LUDF) is crediting a raft of improved management practises in achieving a big turnaround…Life membership recipient the epitome of passion
Taranaki dairy farmer and Holstein Friesian breeder Wayne Taylor has been recognised for his contribution to the Holstein Friesian breed…New player offering sexed and so much more
Genomic testing company, STgenetics (STg) is a relatively new player in New Zealand – but claims it has made the…Machinery & Products
Going wide with new whole-crop headers
Adding to its extensive range of harvesting attachments for its Big X self-propelled harvesters, Krone has introduced a new whole-crop…
Jimny 5-door – cute off-roader now comes with extra length
Since its launch in the late 1960s, nearly 3.5 million Suzuki Jimnys have been sold worldwide, picking up numerous awards…A range of tankers on offer
A relatively young company, founded in Germany in 1977 by Josef Fliegl Senior, the Fliegl Group now employs more than…Choosing the right system
Choosing the right effluent system requires professional advice, considering future plans, and picking the right person for the job.Tanker upgrade delivers more traction, driver comfort
Distributed in New Zealand by Norwood, Pichon has expanded its SV effluent tanker range with the addition of the new…Motoring
Jimny goes 5-door
Fifty years ago, Suzuki was a pioneer in developing a small Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with fourwheel drive capability and…
Kiwi fave goes green
A firm favourite of rural families and those seeking to get off the beaten track, Subaru has announced the introduction…LDV electric ute breaks cover
While there seems to be a feeding frenzy for hybrid or electric cars of late, there’s no such madness for…New-look 'Step-Thru'
Remarkably there are still many of the venerable Honda step-throughs operating on rural properties throughout New Zealand.A price saving proposition
A bit like Vegemite, the first impression raised when you encounter a Mahindra Pik Up is love or hate –…» Latest Print Issues Online
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