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OPINION: The Free Speech Union is taking this one too far.
Brett McIntosh of the Palmerston North-based family agricultural engineering firm McIntosh, says their Multi-4 and 5 bale feeders offer a major leap in productivity if you need to lift and feed 10 or more bales daily.
The purpose of a catch crop is to increase annual dry matter production, to take up soil mineral and urine nitrogen and to reduce the risk of leaching or runoff.
While we have become accustomed to vehicle manufacturers offering alternative fuel sources for its ranges, other than New Holland with its commercially available T6 Methane tractors, the agricultural landscape is firmly fixated on diesel power.
Norwood has imported and distributed Kuhn machinery since 2007, but until now the brand has only been sold through three of Norwood’s 21 dealerships.
Early detection of lameness is a crucial factor in maintaining a profitable and healthy dairy herd.
Cow collar technology maker Halter has raised $85 million from an impressive list of investors from around the globe.
Registrations are now open for two DairyNZ 2023 Farmers' Forum events.
Lincoln University has launched a new research venture which aims to lead the way towards a more ethical and sustainable way of dairying.
OPINION: The recent extreme weather events in New Zealand, which included fatalities and significant property damage, including an estimated $1 billion to the agriculture sector alone, should makes us pause and think again of the best way forward for us to make our contribution to the planet’s climate and food needs.
OPINION: News that about 17% of the national herd of 4 million cows did not get pregnant and won't be producing milk in the coming season will come as a blow to many farmers and the economy of the country.
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Australian supermarket giant Coles' foray into milk processing is another sign of concern over milk security, says Australian dairy analyst Steve Spencer, Freshagenda.
A University of Pretoria (UP) study has shown that playing soothing classical music to dairy cows lowers their stress levels and increases their milk production.
OPINION: Staying on climate change, forget fair-trade coffee beans and cows' milk substitutes, low-emission lattes could be the next big thing to land at your local cafe.
OPINION: Many countries are doing their best to reduce emissions and achieve climate goals, China being an obvious exception.
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