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NZ Tractors at the recent South Island Agricultural Field Days exhibited the Sumo Mixidisc from the UK.
Polaris continues to grow its brand in New Zealand, its first quarter result exceeding that of 2014 by at least 38%, the company reports.
Honda was a late starter in the side-by-side market when it launched the Big Red MUV in 2009.
Are you ready for transporting your stock ahead of Gypsy Day? Here are some guidelines for preparation and the journey, courtesy of DairyNZ.
Extremist animal welfare group PETA’s campaign (Rural News, April 21) against the Australian wool industry has led to a number of advocacy groups in the sector taking action against its misleading promotion.
There may be savings to be made in dry-off treatments on some dairy farms, but care is needed to avoid cuts costing you dearly down the track, warns Dairy NZ’s mastitis specialist, Jane Lacy-Hulbert.
New Zealand scientists have identified animal-safe compounds that can reduce methane emissions from sheep and cattle by up to 90%.
HP New Zealand recently announced its second Rural Schools Competition, which gives rural New Zealand primary schools the chance to win a share of $20,000 worth of HP products and support.
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Many a time I have wished I was driving a police car. I’d love to turn on a siren and pull over the drivers whose dogs are travelling loose and unprotected on the back of vehicles.
New Zealand’s fine wool sector is a step closer to eradicating footrot thanks to ground-breaking research in sheep genetics.
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Last night's Global Dairy Trade auction saw the average price index fall for the fourth consecutive time, dropping 3.5% to US$2,515.
One of the world’s largest processors of sheep meat, Alliance Group Limited, aims to reduce carbon emissions by 3,300 tonnes over the next three years.
Dana Blackburn is an Ohakune local – born and bred in nearby Raetihi.
The backdrop to the 850ha property is spectacular, including the partly snow-covered Mt Ruapehu.
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