Science fiction
OPINION: Last week's announcement of Prime Minister’s new Science and Technology Advisory Council hasn’t gone down too well in the…
Fodder beet is an increasingly popular winter crop for beef and dairy cattle due to the large amounts of dry matter it produces.
Digital dermatitis is the most serious infectious cause of lameness in dairy cattle worldwide.
UCLA is urging residents to take advantage of a new funding option to support individuals working independently on killing animal pests on their properties.
Te Pahu farmer Noldy Rust entered a pasture competition late last year only because the organisers were looking for more entries.
A large dairy farmer turnout at a recent effluent management field day shows they want to do the right thing with the environment, says organiser Jon Palmer.
The application of Gibberellic acid, particularly in winter or spring, is a good way to produce low cost feed in a hurry, a Northland study has shown.
By 2025 the NZ dairy industry could be emitting 25% less greenhouse gases, 40% fewer pathogens and nitrogen, and earning 60-100% more profit.
Arowhenua marae kaumatua Tawera King warned people not to throw anything at Minister Steven Joyce while he was opening Fonterra's Mozzarella plant at Clandeboye.
Fonterra Australia commercial director Abhy Maharaj recently addressed the Australian Dairy Conference in Victoria. Here are excerpts from his speech.
The key to getting ahead in dairying, says Tangaroa Walker, is to seize every opportunity and find ways to stand out.
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A second green revolution is needed - and the answer includes genetic technologies.
Rural Contractors NZ (RCNZ) is concerned about Fonterra's moves to extend the time it takes to pay contractors as part of an efficiency drive.
Many dairy farmers have been looking into the night skies for stellar inspiration.
Farm data monitoring has risen to a new level using technology that ensures compliance with a new code, says one such system supplier.
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