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One in five of all people wanting to take up a dairy apprenticeship is coming from Auckland.
The chairman of Waikato milk processor Tatua says the record 2017-18 annual result came on the back of a great team effort.
The new range of Kuhn Profile double-auger mixers are designed for intensive use, with capacities starting from 18cu.m, ideal in tight spaces, and to 34cu.m for users doing larger jobs.
We looked briefly at the Landboss in October 2017, but more recently spent a week driving the latest version onfarm in Waikato just as spring showed its hand.
The Jeep legend was born in WWII but it came of age in the 1970s with a Golden Eagle version of the Jeep CJ7.
John Deere is rolling out precision ag solutions and updated software for use on more brands and for expanding applications: they are the 4240 Universal Display, AutoTrac Universal 300 guidance solution and updated 18-2 Gen 4 software.
Maximising milking efficiency need not compromise animal health. In fact, many improvements to milking efficiency also help to improve udder health and milk quality.
Independent dairy processor Westland Milk has reduced its payout prediction for the 2018-19 season.
West Coast milk processor Westland Milk has posted a gross profit of $3.3 million for the 12 months ended July 31, 2018.
The teat cup liner is the only part of a milking machine that contacts a cow’s teat.
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The cleanliness of the milking system and the dairy is critical, and strict cleaning guidelines are needed to maintain milk quality standards.
Good cow flow is vital and at the heart of achieving efficient milkings.
Farmers will be able to administer a local anaesthetic for disbudding or dehorning, if they are trained, when new regulations come into force on October 1, 2019, says NZ Veterinary Association chief veterinary officer Helen Beattie.
It's past mid-September and as calving draws to a close it is time to ensure mating plans are in place.
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