Faking it
OPINION: Demand for red meat is booming, while it seems the heyday of plant-based protein is well past its 'best…
MPI has launched an independent review of the assurances it receives for the safe transport of livestock by sea.
OPINION: Environment minister David Parker has had a long and tempestuous relationship with the farming sector.
The Great Plains Spartan II triple disc, no-till air drill range has been updated to meet the evolving New Zealand market.
Agricultural contractor Grant Kinsman sticks with what he knows and likes.
John Deere has updated its entire header line-up for combines to include the new HDR Rigid Cutterbar Drapers, RDF HydraFlex Drapers, a BP15 Belt Pickup, and CR and CF Corn Heads.
As a sign of the times, last week Valtra brought together 180 journalists from around the world for the “livestream” launch of its first, fifth-generation tractor – the new G series.
Garrick Batten on why there should be more farmed goats.
A new high sugar grass now available in NZ has the potential to significantly lift animal production and reduce farmer’s environmental footprint.
While it is well known that nitrate leeching is a major problem with cattle – both dairy and beef – what about with sheep grazing?
Tertiary Education Commission chief executive, Tim Fowler, once worked on a dairy farm as a teenager ‘townie’ and appreciates how accommodating his boss was at that time.
More...
The right to elect should include the right to eject, explains Jordan Williams, executive director of the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union.
OPINION: Investing in environmental improvement makes a lot more sense than paying for bureaucratic processes that are perceived to add no value.
Challenges facing the rural sector reinforce the need to work together and ensure linkages are strong and smart, according to Dr Amanda Bell.
North Waikato sheep and beef farmer John Jackson has had an interesting and eclectic journey on the way to his eventual farming career and farm ownership.
The Hound
M.I.A.
OPINION: The previous government spent too much during the Covid-19 pandemic, despite warnings from officials, according to a briefing released…
» Connect with Rural News
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.
