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Fruit fly controls to remain in place
According to Biosecurity New Zealand, legal controls on the movement of fruit and vegetables in the South Auckland suburb of…NZ genetic engine version 6 launched
The rollout of the New Zealand Genetic Evaluation Version 6 is said to mark a step-change in the depth and…Growing farmer interest in self-shedding sheep
With low wool prices, farmer interest in the self-shedding Wiltshire sheep continues to grow.National
New insights into rural fire risk
New student research from the University of Canterbury in partnership with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) could improve knowledge…
Embrace mechanical weeding now
Mechanical weeding is exploding in Europe because increasing resistance means they have "run out of herbicide", says Canterbury agronomist Charles…China still a good option
The ongoing rise of the Chinese middle class will drag up demand for New Zealand products there in the future.UAE FTA signed
New Zealand’s free trade deal with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has now been signed.Signs of a change in fortunes for red meat
Last year was tough for the red meat sector but there are positive signs, according to industry leaders.World
UK farmers take to the street
On the same day that the protesters against David Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill marched on Parliament in Wellington, on the other side of the world, UK farmers were also marching on London.
Sustainability dominates dairy summit
To Kiwi ears, an international conference that talks about a "just and fair transition" to sustainable dairy sounds like a clarion call for better access to valuable markets. 'Just and fair' means more to the world than opening up borders to big exporters like NZ. Tim Fulton reports.
Bluetongue on the march
While unrecorded in New Zealand, Bluetongue, an acute viral disease in ruminants, is endemic in tropical and sub-tropical climates.
Time to bridge the digital gap between rural and urban - FAO
The director-general of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) says the UN has a role to play in leveraging the power of digital technologies.
Election most important for British farming - NFU
As Britain heads to the polls on 4 July, the UK’s National Farmer’s Union (NFU) has come out in full force, saying the election will be the most important in a generation for British farming.
Opinion
Govt happy to let farmers decide
OPINION: In the last few weeks of 2024 there was a lot of noise in the UK and Europe about…
Ag sector is here to stay
OPINION: In twelve months’ time, plus or minus, we’ll be in the same place, give or take, and thinking the…Editorial: Dairy visa woes set to ease
OPINION: Dairy farmers will be breathing easier thanks to the Government last month delivering a Christmas gift in the form…Fair legislation requires good process
OPINION: Just before Christmas, Government introduced a Gene Technology Bill that will have a big impact on farmers, our industry and…Let’s be MPI’s eyes and ears
OPINION: The recent detection of Avian Influenza (AI), a low pathogenicity strain H7N6, at a free-range poultry farm in Otago…Agribusiness
Harvest samples sought for crop nutrient project
Arable growers are being invited to supply samples of their harvested crops as part of a project which uses an…
Nominations open for RWNZ board election
RWNZ has opened nominations for the position of a North Island board member.New CEO for meat board
Nick Beeby has been appointed as the new chief executive of the New Zealand Meat Board (NZMB).Alliance appoints new independent director
Meat processor Alliance Group has appointed Chris Day to its board as an independent director.NZ National Lamb Day names FMG and Rabobank as 2025 partners
National Lamb Day, the annual celebration honouring New Zealand’s history of lamb production, could see a boost in 2025 as…Management
Celebrations at Muller Station
More than 260 people gathered at Muller Station in Marlborough recently to celebrate the 2024 Westpac + OsGro Marlborough Farmer of the Year winner.
Growing farmer interest in self-shedding sheep
With low wool prices, farmer interest in the self-shedding Wiltshire sheep continues to grow.
Irrigation scheme delivers on water quality, environment
The Amuri Basin Future Farming (ABFF) Project in North Canterbury is making considerable strides in improving irrigation efficiency, riparian management, and environmental innovation.
'Female warriors' to talk ag sector opportunities
The East Coast Farming Expo is playing host to a quad of ‘female warriors’ (wahine toa) who will give an in-depth insight into the opportunities and successes the primary industries offer women.
Calls for farmers to host an Open Day
Open Farms is calling on farmers to sign up to host an open day event on their farm this year.
Farm Health
NZ genetic engine version 6 launched
The rollout of the New Zealand Genetic Evaluation Version 6 is said to mark a step-change in the depth and…
Animal owners urged to make a list, check it twice
The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) has launched a new summer checklist for animal owners this year.Unsung heroes under the soil
Much of the scientific work being carried out at the Massey University led regenerative agriculture project, Whenua Haumanu, is below…NZ/UK forge agri tech link
A new agreement will strengthen New Zealand’s agri-tech sector by fostering a shared commitment to innovation with the United Kingdom.Keeping sheep under shade, shelter as climate changes
How much shade and shelter do our sheep need in an era of more extreme weather and the lack of…Machinery & Products
Claas keeps investing despite tough times
Despite conditions in the farm machinery industry, which can only be described as difficult, the German-headquartered Claas Group has reported…
LDC looking to raise its game
While the LDV brand has been available in New Zealand for a number of years, it’s typically been recognised as…Quadtrac takes high horsepower award
Announced at the end of the year at the EIMA 2024 Event in Bologna, Italy, the Case IH Quadtrac 715…Batten Buddy - cleverly simple
Stopping livestock from escaping their environment is a “must do” for any farmers or landowners and at times can seem…U10 Pro Highland a step up
A few weeks after driving the CF MOTO U10 Pro ‘entry level’ model, we’ve had a chance to test the…Motoring
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.Safari on a Trek to NZ
Exclusive to the New Zealand market and available in limited supply, the Suzuki Jimny Safari adds to an already versatile…Updated Navara ute bolder and more refined
The most obvious change to the updated Nissan Navara is the bold, almost American, styling.» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Drunk on power!
OPINION: The end-of-year booze-up at the posh Northern Club in Auckland must have been a beauty, as the legal 'elite'…
Time has come?
OPINION: It divides opinion, but the House has passed the first reading of the Gene Technology Bill.
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Fair legislation requires good process
OPINION: Just before Christmas, Government introduced a Gene Technology Bill that will have a big impact on farmers, our industry and…
Dairy-beef offering potential for savings
Beef produced from cattle from New Zealand's dairy sector could provide reductions in greenhouse gas emissions of up to 48,…
'Female warriors' to talk ag sector opportunities
The East Coast Farming Expo is playing host to a quad of ‘female warriors’ (wahine toa) who will give an…
