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OPINION: The Greens aren’t serious people when it comes to the economy, so let’s not spend too much on their…
Whatever it takes, don’t disrupt your capital stock to cope with the drought. That’s the headline message from a seasoned Canterbury consultant who’s seen the region go through severely dry seasons in over 40 years in the industry.
A new year and a slight hangover from 2014. This year starts off with a legacy of grunt work by the primary industries and stakeholders; the results I hope will begin to be realised this year.
A drop in the primary produce commodity price index will scarcely affect land prices, says the real estate industry.
Thirty-seven people were killed at work in the last financial year; ten were in the agricultural industry.
State farmer Landcorp is reviewing its full-year profit forecast in the face of a lower milk payout and dry weather.
Australian beef farmers are bracing for a market contraction.
Australian sheep farmers are set to benefit from strong global demand for lamb thanks to tighter supplies from New Zealand.
Wool Services International (WSI) is helping NZ Merino and Landcorp with plans to develop branded products linked back to the farm, says WSI Purelana manager Malcolm Ching.
South Island dairy farmers aim to raise $2 million within three months to launch a research farm.
The lower dollar is one of the main influences behind the present buoyant wool market but there are other positive indicators, says NZ Wool Services International’s Purelana manager Malcolm Ching.
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European dairy co-op Arla Foods is boosting its dairy presence in Australia in a joint venture with Australia’s largest cheese importer, F. Mayer Imports.
Soil Scientists need to engage more with society and educate people about the importance of soil.
New Zealand exporters need to play with a straight bat to maintain trust and reputation in key markets, says Jacqueline Rowarth, professor of agribusiness, Massey University.
Housing cows can either lift profitability or improve the environmental footprint but not both, according to a new study.
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