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Why?

Your old mate notes that a recent report out of Oxford University, no less, shows the carbon footprint of New Zealand’s milk production is pretty damn good.

Changes not all they’re cracked up to be

Egg production is expected to decline during 2019-20.

New Zealand egg production is expected to decline by 4.5% to 955.7 million eggs during 2019-20.

Investment fund targets hort sector

Five emerging stars of the horticulture industry have been singled out for investment by a new fund which aims to raise $100 million.

Orchard prices strengthen

Demand will rise for existing kiwifruit orchards as a result of Zespri granting its annual quota of new licences for the gold kiwifruit variety, claims a rural property salesman.

Could red turn to gold?

Zespri chief executive Dan Mathieson with a red kiwifruit.

The response to the new red variety of kiwifruit has been exceptional, says Zespri chief executive Dan Mathieson.

Drench resistance a growing problem

Using drenches in combination rather than a single drench will help slow the development of resistance, vet PGG Wrightson’s animal health expert Andrew Dowling says.

Triple drench resistance is present on a number of sheep farms Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Wormwise is dealing with.

Massey looks to increase its market share

Tractor manufacturer Massey Ferguson appears to be hitting a sweet spot.

Quiz local govt candidates on costs, services — Feds

Hold your local council candidates to account on costs and services: and if you think the voice of farmers is not being heard, consider standing for election yourself.

Technology on display at Hort Conference

Technology to help fruit and vegetable growers now and in the future will be demonstrated at the Horticulture Conference in Hamilton later this month.