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Great stewards of the land

James and Debbie Stewart say they see themselves as stewards over their land.

James and Debbie Stewart of Dairylands in the Manawatū are no strangers to taking home the silverware.

Synlait shares take a hammering

Troubled milk processor Synlait's share price is taking a hammering as nervous investors offload their stakes.

Tractor, harvester IT comes of age

Claas has brought together the machine management and fleet management aspects of farm mechanisation and now considers them as a whole.

Over the last halfdecade, digital technology has appeared to be the “must-have” for tractor and machinery companies, who believe that bringing IT to tractors and farming will offer its customers huge benefits.

Spot fertiliser applicator keeps costs in check

Pudama is available on the Optima TF Profi maize drill model.

The Kverneland Pudama principle delivers spot placement of fertiliser in maize, rather than continuous fertiliser placement. As a result, it has the capability to deliver a 25% saving on starter fertiliser, with no noticeable loss of yield.

Green but not much grass!

In parts of Manawatu cows are just in a paddock being fed supplement.

Dairy farmers in the lower North Island are working on protecting next season, according to Federated Farmers dairy chair Richard McIntyre, who farms just north of the Horowhenua township of Levin.

Managing feed, nutrition of your herd

Allowing cows to eat at a set feeding pad helps to ensure that all animals have access to the same amount and quality of feed.

In New Zealand, every dairy farmer worth their salt knows just how important it is to look after the welfare of their animals. The health of the herd directly impacts profit margins, which, in turn, determines the viability and sustainability of the farm.

Breaking it down: balancing minerals in springer diet

During the transition period, the cow’s dietary requirements undergo significant changes, making proper supplementation essential.

Understanding the nutritional needs of springer cows is crucial for ensuring a successful transition resulting in improved cow health, productivity, and reproductive performance.

Mastitis prevention is transforming farming

GEA says there is need to change the way we approach treating mastitis by looking at solutions that focus on maintaining herd health.

In my role as the head of sales & service at GEA Farm Technologies New Zealand, I genuinely believe that the future of dairy farming is happening right now in our backyard.

Helping farmers tackle TB

Tess Appleby, 37, has spent the last four years supporting and helping farmers and landowners stay on top of NAIT and tackle bovine tuberculosis (TB).

In the heart of New Zealand’s rural landscape, where the rhythms of farming life intertwine with the challenges of disease management, you’ll find Tess Appleby, 37, whose recent experiences have called for both dedication and resilience.

Let's continue to innovate

Animal and Plant Health chief executive Liz Shackleton.

OPINION: The agricultural sector is facing a crisis, with forecasts for registering innovative animal and crop health products hitting an all-time low.