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LIC says it is experiencing high demand for its Jersey genetics this mating season- with two all-round good guys stealing the show.
Farmers irrigators are being urged to register for next month's 'Great Irrigation Challenge' in Ashburton.
The introduction of a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) could have a negative impact on farm values, especially in the dairy sector, says Tony Marshall, tax principal with Crowe Horwath's Dunedin office.
An additional rail service between Christchurch and Hokitika will benefit road users in the regions.
BY GORD STEWART
If I went to a Federated Farmers meeting and wanted to get laughed out of the room, I know just what to say.
ENVIRONMENT CANTERBURY has announced its approval of the third farm environment plan template under the proposed Land & Water Regional Plan.
THE INDUSTRY-LED working group looking at the issues with swedes affecting dairy cattle in Southland says a key priority will be developing clear and agreed advice for farmers.
YACHTS ARRIVING in Northland from overseas this season will face greater biosecurity scrutiny, says the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI).
LANDCORP FARMING Ltd is now sole owner of livestock genetics business, Focus Genetics, after it acquired the remaining 33% shareholding from Rissington Breedline.
A CROSS-SECTOR industry-led working group is coming together to co-ordinate research and advice to farmers following an issue with swedes affecting dairy cattle this season.
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BEEF + LAMB New Zealand has outlined what it sees as the policy priorities for the incoming government.
SOUTHLAND FARMERS are being advised to keep a close watch on cows that have been grazing or are grazing on swede crops after reports of illness, and in some cases death, on dairy farms.
RURAL WOMEN New Zealand welcomes news that a proposed settlement has been agreed that will lead to home support workers being paid mileage and wages for the time they spend travelling between clients.
COWS THAT have become ill, with some dying, after grazing on swede crops has seen veterinarians in Southland practices at the forefront of dealing with this animal health issue.
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