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AWDT chair steps down
Agri-Women’s Development Trust (AWDT) chair Linda Cooper has stepped down after three years serving the charitable trust.New Ag Work NZ initiative aims to fill worker shortage
Ag Work NZ, a work placement initiative, aims to fill New Zealand’s farm worker and tractor driver shortages.Nominations open for Environment Southland Community Awards
Nominations are now open for the 26th Environment Southland Community awards.Competition heating up for AgriKidsNZ Grand Final
The AgriKidsNZ Grand Final is expected to be a hot competition, with 63 competitors all battling it out for the…National
Farmer fined and disqualified from owning livestock
A Hastings man has been banned from owning livestock for five years and fined $7,800 after failing to provide 26…
Former Ag Minister appointed MIA chair
Former Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy has been appointed the new chairman of the Meat Industry Association (MIA) following…Govt invests in wool
The Government says it is investing to create new product categories and new international markets for strong wool and is…Volumes ease but results still robust
Data released this week by the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) shows there were 50 fewer farm sales…2022 Regional Supreme Winners named in Auckland Ballance Farm Environment Awards
Shirley-Ann and Rick Mannering have been named 2022 Regional Supreme Winners in the Auckland Balance Farm Environment Awards.World
New Aussie ag minister
Australian farmers hope that the new Labor Government will help ease chronic worker shortages crippling the agriculture sector.
FAO distributes seed potatoes to Ukrainian rural families
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has distributed seed potato kits to 17,740 Ukrainian households from across ten of the country’s oblasts (administrative division) so they can plant food in time for the next harvesting season.
Australian trucking industry has the blues
The Australian Trucking Association is flashing its headlights to warn of a worsening situation with supplies of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) throughout the country.
Making agrifood systems more resilient to shocks
According to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), without proper preparation unpredictable shocks will continue to undermine agrifood systems.
Still waiting
British and New Zealand trade negotiators are burning the midnight oil in a bid to get a free trade agreement between the two countries.
Opinion
Beware of politicians and their plans!
OPINION: Back in the early '90s, I felt privileged to be invited to visit the Republic of Nauru. With a…
Editorial: Hobson's choice!
OPINION: One of the most recognised lines from the classic TV show Hill Street Blues was the send out by…My inconvenient truth - don't let it be yours!
OPINION: I felt great about turning 50.Taxing agriculture defies logic
OPINION: Having attended the webinars, meetings and reading the information, I am none the wiser as to why the world's…Government urged to implement report's recommendations
OPINION: Local Government NZ (LGNZ) has long advocated for privately owned rural water supplies to stay in community ownership -…Agribusiness
O'Connor attends WTO meeting
Trade Minister Damien O'Connor is currently in Geneva for the World Trade Organisation (WTO) 12th Ministerial Conference.
New chair for Fonterra Shareholders Fund
The independent chair of Fonterra Shareholders Fund John Shewan is stepping down later this year.Fonterra's strategy spooks investors
Fonterra's weak share price highlights market concerns around the co-op's investment plans, says Jarden head of research, Arie Dekker.Firm prices kick off winter
Dairy Softer demand manifested in a clear downward trend for global dairy commodity prices across May 2022.Red meat clambers higher
Meat prices are undergoing their seasonal lifts, according to a report from ASB released last week.Management
Young Ahu farmer finalists found
The finalists in the 2022 Ahuwhenua Young Māori Farmer Award for sheep and beef were recently announced.
Research project provides valuable hill country farm data
A multi-site study on hill country farms around New Zealand is providing a wealth of information and research findings to help guide farmers around pasture forage decisions.
Is solar farming an option?
A local energy company is working with NZ farmers wanting to combine grazing livestock with hosting solar farms on their land.
Turning trash into fertiliser
Taupo is the home of the world's largest vermicomposting operation.
OverseerFM Farm Groups tool proves popular
OverseerFM’s Farm Groups is proving popular with farmers across New Zealand, according to the company.
Farm Health
Make use of ewe scanning data
Having the ability to target feed ewes that will offer the best return on investmnt is one of the main…
His bark could be worse than his bite
With canine cough having a resurgence around the country the Veterinary Council of New Zealand (VCNZ) is reminding dog owners…Toxoplasmosis a major cause of abortion in ewes
Toxoplasmosis is the second most common cause of abortion in sheep.Main causes of lamb losses
The commonly reported abortion rate in the New Zealand sheep flock is between 1-2%, although in ‘abortion storms’ a single…'Pig' of a new welfare code
NZ's pig farming sector believes if a new draft welfare code for pigs is adopted it could spell the end…Machinery & Products
Making life easier
Many temporary sheep fencing systems can be troublesome, with reels jamming or breaking and the bugbear of silly hooks on…
Krone adds VariPack to its baler range
The Krone VariPack Plus is a high-density, high-performance round baler comprising of four models – the VariPack V 165, V…Valtra's following grows
With the release of its N5 and T5 series of tractors, Valtra continues to expand its presence in the Australia-New…Manufacturer hustling to double NZ production
Hawke's Bay farming equipment manufacturer Hustler Equipment has announced the recent acquisition of the production facilities of McLaren Stainless.Bags a major recycling problem
New Zealand agriculture’s effort to recycle its waste plastic is a good news story.Motoring
Safari on a Trek to NZ
Exclusive to the New Zealand market and available in limited supply, the Suzuki Jimny Safari adds to an already versatile…
Updated Navara ute bolder and more refined
The most obvious change to the updated Nissan Navara is the bold, almost American, styling.Warlock offers a touch of magic
Having previously reviewed the RAM 1500 in 2020, we recently took the chance to get behind the wheel of the…Outback now in its 25th year
Now in its 25th year, and sixth edition, the 2021 Subaru’s Outback wagon was recently launched in New Zealand.Strewth mate... it's a shocker!
Over the ditch in Australia, Toyota utes and trucks are the workhorses of the country’s economy.» The RNG Weather Report
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No free ride!
OPINION: This old mutt is getting somewhat tired of multi-national, tax-dodging, fund-raising group Greenpeace always given front and centre mainstream…
How come?
OPINION: A mate of yours truly is questioning exactly why the Māori ag sector have been given special budget funding by…
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