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Rain eases drought worries
Farmers on the lower east coast of the North Island have welcomed heavy rains, which have fallen in the last…New chair for Ballance
Former Fonterra Shareholder Council chairman Duncan Coull has been elected as the new chair for Fertiliser co-operative Ballance Agri-Nutrients.Higher hygiene standards critical
MPI boss Ray Smith has appealed to all those involved in food and beverage processing to be meticulous about hygiene.COVID-19: Rural broadband customers stiffed?
All three big telcos – Vodafone, Spark and 2degrees – are offering 24/7 unlimited data for urban broadband users in…National
Beef+Lamb AGM now online
Beef + Lamb New Zealand Ltd (B+LNZ) says it will now be holding its annual meeting online, via a livestream,…
New Farmax chairman
Andrew MacPherson has been appointed as the new chairman of Farmax.Carrfields joins online trading platform
With the closure of saleyards under Alert 4, New Zealand’s virtual saleyard bidr says it will be an essential tool…COVID-19: Growing interest in NZ sheepmeat in China
Chinese consumers are increasingly positive about New Zealand-produced beef, lamb and mutton in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according…Change of tune needed
OPINION: It has been some weeks since we have had to face the ideological rhetoric, in any quantity, that has…World
COVID-19 threatening global food security — UN
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is urging leaders from G20 countries to take measures to keep global food systems working well.
Aussie flock hits 116 year low
Prolonged dry conditions in rural Australia are taking a toll on its national sheep flock.
Farmers flock to YouTube to make money
A trend is emerging of farmers posting on YouTube to make money — but just how worthwhile are the returns?
UK records first ever trade surplus for dairy
The UK has recorded its first trade surplus for dairy.
Coronavirus cuts short massive agricultural show
The last day of an agricultural show which saw more than half a million visitors had to be cancelled due to Covid-19.
Opinion
Tightened US rules an opportunity
OPINION: The updated US Department of Agriculture (USDA) rule for “grass-fed” or “pasture-fed” milk or meat is very restrictive.
Proper water strategy vital
A long-term strategy is required for water storage, explains Todd Muller, National’s agriculture spokesman.Still the bedrock — Editorial
Amidst the coronavirus upheaval, one thing is certain – agriculture will see our economy through.COVID-19: We’ve got this!
OPINION: Amidst the coronavirus upheaval, one thing is certain – agriculture will see the NZ economy through.Stop and smell the flowers — Farmer's Chaplain
Farmer's Chaplain columnist, Colin Miller on the importance of slowing down.Agribusiness
NZ agritech builds relationships
Building relationships with other Kiwi agtech leaders and innovators was a surprising outcome for some attending the high-profile evokeAG event…
A rock to both the NZ and Moroccan economies
New Zealand farmers probably do not realise the contribution they are making to the economic and community life of people…Markets and trends: holding our breath
Rabobank's outlook for New Zealand's dairy, beef, sheepmeat, and horticulture sectors.Pioneer grain and seed man passes
Well-known South Canterbury farmer, businessman and philanthropist Alan Annett passed away in January.Beef group aims to be big player
New Zealand farmers stand out for their willingness to innovate, says the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef executive director, Ruaraidh…Management
Energy farm to trial zero carbon solutions
Lincoln University has unveiled plans for what is expected to be a globally-unique Energy Demonstration Farm to help the primary sector meet its future zero-carbon obligations.
Portion control key when it comes to fodder beet
Fodder beet can be a key part of your farm’s feed regime, but restrict its usage, says DairyNZ.
Demand for better water quality grows
Public attitudes on environmental issues are driving policy, according to the director of the Farmed Landscapes Research Centre (FLRC) at Massey University.
Biocontrol options explored for nassella tussock
Scientists are calling on farmers to help in the quest for the biological control of the noxious weed, nassella tussock.
Records kept up-to-date — Interview
Marlborough deer farmer Justin Stevens has the records of all his deer dating back to 2016.
Farm Health
Treat milk area like a kitchen
Strict hygiene standards on dairy farms will be an important part of long-term export market protection, say award-winning Waikato farmers…
Controlling and managing flystrike
During the past three decades, there has been a marked shift from saturation, to low-volume dipping methods.No magic bullet to fly control
There is no “one-size fits all” approach when it comes to effective prevention and treatment of flystrike.Ensuring cows are ok to transport
What you need to know about transporting cull cows.Be on the lookout for summer’s scourge
Warm summer temperatures bring with them the heightened risk of the production-limiting disease Facial Eczema (FE).Machinery & Products
Cab with a view
KUHN's VISIOSPACE cab offers the largest window surface area and best field of vision on the market.
Motorbike servicing still available
The country might be in lockdown, but farmers and essential farm services are working as hard as ever to keep…New John Deere sprayers for 2020
John Deere has launched its next generation of self-propelled sprayers.Are quads on the way out?
Over the ditch, it sounds as if the death knell for quads is sounding.A trailer for every situation
Set up in early 2019, Fliegl New Zealand has ambitious plans, to build on the work done by previous importers.Motoring
The last of the Sports Cats
The launch of the Series 2 HSV SportsCat was an endorsement of the risky decision to take the performance brand…
Holden to bite the dust
A few weeks ago, it told us – with a poker face – that utes and SUVs were the future.Workhorse gets makeover
Like many of Toyota’s product ranges, the Hiace series has a history that dates back five decades.Navara’s mid-life make over
Midway through its product life cycle the Nissan Navara has had a cosmetic makeover and some upgraded technology.New wagon a little different
Subaru's latest SUV offering fills a need for drivers looking for something smaller and a little more potent than your…» The RNG Weather Report
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Flying high
This old mutt would like to know how the sanctimonious Green Party and its MPs can continue to lecture everyone…
Put it down
Your canine crusader notes that the woke folk at Landcorp – sorry Pāmu – were recently crowing about recording a…
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