Beef + Lamb NZ director voted out
Sitting Beef + Lamb NZ farmer director Scott Gower has been voted out by farmers.
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NZVA backs efforts to accelerate veterinary medicine approval in New Zealand
The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) says it will be working alongside the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and Animal and Plant Health New Zealand (APHANZ) as they attempt to improve access to veterinary medicines.
Court decision a win for Southland farmers
Federated Farmers says it welcomes a recent court decision which granted a stay on rules in the Southland Water and Land Plan until legislative changes can be made by government.
Dedication to water leads to supreme award
A holistic approach to sustainability sees Pukatea Dairy Farms take out the top award at this year's Canterbury Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
Get your registrations in for SIDE 2025
Registrations are now open for the highly anticipated South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) 2025, taking place April 7-9 in Timaru.
Affordable diagnostic tool may boost crop yields in developing countries
Scientists from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) are part of an international team working to develop a low-cost diagnostic tool that could significantly improve food crop production in developing countries.
National
Auckland lad enjoying life as a dairy farmer
The winner of the 2025 Hawke’s Bay/Wairarapa Dairy Industry Awards enjoys the variety of work farming offers and the ability to improve each season.
Reserve Bank rules bleeding farmers dry - Feds
There are calls for the Reserve Bank to drop its banking capital rules, which Federated Farmers says is costing farmers a fortune.
Is methane busting seaweed blocked in NZ by red tape?
A company growing and processing seaweed with known methane-busting properties at a facility in Bluff is expanding internationally but New Zealand cattle farmers won't be getting the product anytime soon.
Fonterra gives $250,000 for wetlands repair
Through its new partnership with New Zealand Landcare Trust, Fonterra has committed to funding ten $25,000 grants for wetland restoration in communities across the country.
World
Oz farmers' election wishlist
Australian farmers advocate NFF says this year’s Federal Election will be a defining moment for Australian agriculture.
New export records for Aussie goatmeat
The Australian goatmeat industry set a new record for production and exports last year.Tough year for UK farmers
Volatile input costs, fluctuating commodity prices, a reduction in direct payments and one of the wettest periods in decades that…EU processors eye more cheese, powder exports
European milk processors are eyeing more cheese and milk powder exports into South America following a landmark trade agreement signed…EU dairy co-ops to merge
Two European dairy co-operatives are set to merge and create a €14 billion business.Opinion
Don't get caught short - have enough feed in the bank
OPINION: Few things are more stressful for dairy farmers than running out of feed when cows need it most.
Editorial: Drought dilemma
OPINION: As of last Thursday, five regions – Taranaki, Northland, Waikato, Horizons and Marlborough-Tasman – had been declared medium-scale adverse events.The social licence to operate
OPINION: In the 2023 election, 77.5% of the 3.69 million people eligible to vote took the privilege of making their…'Just answer the damn question!'
OPINION: The first thing one should look for in an article about climate change is what conflicts of interest the…Editorial: Escaping Trump's wrath
OPINION: President Donald Trump's bizarre hard line approach to the world of what was once 'rules-based trade' has got New…Agribusiness
Awards to boost farm ownership goals
Two new Awards have been developed for the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards (NZDIA) programme that will help some farmers…
Wool pellets to boost gardens
With wool prices steadily declining and shearing costs on the rise, a Waikato couple began looking for a solution for…Thriving with governance mentoring programme
Professionals in South Waikato are succeeding in governance, thanks to a governance mentoring programme for South Waikato.Pallet maker retains Fonterra contract
Timpack, one of New Zealand's largest wooden pallet and bin manufacturers, has been rewarded an exclusive contract to supply Fonterra.'Outstanding results in a period of change'
Scales Corporation managing director Andy Borland says the company has delivered an outstanding result.Management
Dedication to water leads to supreme award
A holistic approach to sustainability sees Pukatea Dairy Farms take out the top award at this year's Canterbury Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
Get your registrations in for SIDE 2025
Registrations are now open for the highly anticipated South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) 2025, taking place April 7-9 in Timaru.
Gallagher, Nedap joining forces
Gallagher Animal Management and Nedap are combining their innovative strengths to "revolutionise" livestock management.
Jersey 'right balance' field day
The future of sustainable, profitable and environmentally friendly dairying will be on full display at the upcoming 'The Right Balance' field day at NZ Young Farmers' Donald Farm in South Auckland.
Minerals make a difference
Ensuring livestock receive a balanced and adequate mineral intake is essential for optimal health and productivity, as they play crucial roles in various physiological processes, including growth, reproduction, and disease resistance.
Farm Health
Understanding udder health
Last month we talked about why dry cow management is critical, though often overlooked. This month I wanted to dive further into the dry period’s importance to udder health.
Farmer input needed to combat FE
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling on livestock farmers to take part in a survey measuring the financial impact of facial eczema (FE).
Genetics helping breed the best farm working dogs
Soon farmers and working dog breeders will be able to have a dog that best suits their needs thanks to a team of researchers at Massey University.
Nedap aims to help farmers maximise herd’s potential
Livestock management technology provider Nedap is on a mission – to put the power of precision farming on the side of New Zealand dairy farmers.
Plantain 'still a winner' in nitrogen loss battle
Now is not the time to stop incorporating plantain into dairy pasture systems to reduce nitrogen (N) loss, says Agricom Australasia brand manager Mark Brown.
Machinery & Products
Gong for NH dealers
New Holland dealers from around Australia and New Zealand came together last month for the Dealer of the Year Awards, which recognises the top-performing dealerships across the New Holland network.
A true Kiwi ingenuity
The King Cobra raingun continues to have a huge following in the New Zealand market and is also exported to numerous overseas markets.
Giltrap tankers making the most of effluent
Research suggests that up to 90% of the nutrient value in effluent can be retained if the material is used efficiently, with additional benefits being gained by increasing soil organic matter, leading to improved water holding, aeration and drainage.
Turning farm waste into a goldmine of savings
Imagine transforming your dairy farm’s waste into a goldmine of savings and productivity.
Data crucial to managing water
Watermetrics was formed as a water data collector and currently supplies and services modern technology such as flow meters, soil moisture and EC probes, weather stations, hydrostatic and ultrasonic level sensors nationwide.
Motoring
Ford's new addition
Ford New Zealand has announced the addition of the Everest Tremor as a rugged and capable expansion of its hugely…
Jimny goes 5-door
Fifty years ago, Suzuki was a pioneer in developing a small Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with fourwheel drive capability and…Big tick for a big truck
Electric cars and big American trucks can both bring a little anxiety, but for different reasons.RAM hits 20K!
In a market dominated by utes, Ram Trucks Australia has just put the finishing touches on its 20,000th right-hand drive…Fastest, most powerful Ram
RAM distributor Ateco has always made the point that they sell trucks that eat Utes for breakfast.» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Waffle man
OPINION: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon sometimes can't escape his own corporate instinct for evasion, and in what should have been…
Banks on notice
OPINION: Shane 'Matua' Jones, crusader against all things woke, including "woke banks", couldn't have scripted it better when his NZ…
Milking It
King Island rescue
OPINION: Two Australian cheesemakers have rescued the iconic Tasmanian cheese company King Island Dairy.
Baileys vegan flavour
OPINION: World famous liqueur maker Baileys is the latest to dabble with plant-based products.
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