Dreams aren't plans
OPINION: Milking It reckons if you're National, looking at recent polls, the dream scenario is that the elusive economic recovery…
Chinese dairy company Yili has thanked Westland Milk shareholders for their faith shown in allowing it to become custodians of one of New Zealand’s most trusted brands.
Corporate farmer Southern Pastures, Westland Milk Products’ largest shareholder and milk supplier, says it will abstain from voting on the proposed takeover offer by Chinese giant Yili.
Three farmers' sons have devised a quad trailer rear gate that prevents newborn calves escaping seconds after they’re loaded.
Moving promptly against lameness in cows deals to their pain and can reduce long term hoof damage, says Shoof International, which markets Walkease hoof blocks.
When Giltrap Engineering bought Duncan Ag in 2018, along with the stable of Duncan drills it acquired the company’s line-up of bale feeders and feed-out wagons.
Planning is crucial to designing a safe, effective effluent pond.
Fonterra has pulled the plug on another investment overseas as the co-op continues to rebuild its balance sheet.
Applying the right amount of effluent can save farmers money — but applying too much can damage pasture.
Irrigation NZ says the recent announcement of $30.6 million in Provincial Growth Funding for water projects in Hawke’s Bay will be critical to support the region’s continued prosperity and wellbeing.
Effluent Expo 2019 will build on last year’s event that drew 1500 farmers, says spokeswoman Amanda Hodgson.
More...
Fences prevent stock from entering and dirtying the water, and plants growing behind the fences stabilise stream banks and block the movement of particles from land into streams.
The upcoming vote on Westland Milk’s sale is getting interesting as the big day approaches next week.
Film maker James Cameron’s advice to New Zealanders hasn’t gone down well.
Here's an interesting take on the composition of US dairy cows.
Milking It
Fatberg
OPINION: Sydney has a $12 million milk disposal problem.
Popular Reads
Massey Ferguson launches new MF 5M Series tractors
Massey Ferguson has announced the introduction of the MF 5M Series, offered over six horsepower steps from 95 maximum hp,…
Alliance offloading 70% stake to Irish meat company - report
Irish meat processor Dawn Meats is set to acquire a 70% stake in Alliance Group, according to a report in…
Two milk processing plants changing hands
Two large milk processing plants in New Zealand are changing hands.
