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Strawberry growers back sector levy
A levy will help modernise the $35 million strawberry industry, says Michael Ahern, executive manager of Strawberry Growers NZ Inc.He’s just mad about saffron
“I always reckoned you could make a living off 10 acres,” says Canterbury saffron grower Geoff Slater.Cherry on top for station’s returns
Twelve hectares of cherry trees planted in September at Mt Pisa Station, Central Otago complete the first stage of a…Like father, like son
Competing in the livestock contests at the New Zealand Agricultural Show is not for the faint-hearted.» The RNG Weather Report
National
Hort export figures challenged
Horticulture's export revenue growth is likely to be about 10% in the current financial year – not the 3.8% forecast…
More RSE workers still needed
HortNZ says the Government is moving in the right direction with its increase in recognised seasonal employers (RSE) workers.Winner applauds sector’s opportunities
Horticulture is a great career to investigate for young people deciding on their future, says 2019 Young Grower of the…Will apple trees replace pines in North Canterbury?
Apple trees could be replacing pines in North Canterbury.Seeka rebrand aims to advantage growers
Better connection to the market provides a huge advantage to the grower, says Seeka chief executive Michael Franks.World
Fonterra’s Aussie struggles
Fonterra has told its Australian farmer suppliers that it remains committed to that market.
No luck for Irish contractors
Ireland, often a source of skilled farm machinery operators for rural contractors in New Zealand, is facing even worse driver shortages than NZ.
Fines for farm invaders
Animal rights activists entering Queensland farms without permission now face being fined.
Australia’s last dairy co-op popular
Australia's last surviving iconic dairy cooperative, Norco, says it’s getting enquiries daily from farmers wanting to supply it milk.
Where to for the UK?
“On a knife-edge,” is how NZ’s former high commissioner to London, Sir Lockwood Smith, describes the British government’s EU exit plans.
Opinion
No threat to farming from forestry
OPINION: There’s some agitation out there at the moment about farming being under threat from forestry. Much of what’s circulating…
Saving us from ourselves
OPINION: The Government's policy to reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions in New Zealand is working directly against the goals of…Realism or rhetoric? — Editorial
OPINION: In theory everyone is happy with the deal struck between the Government and the agricultural sector over emissions.40 years and 800 studies prove safety
Agcarm chief executive Mark Ross explains why we shouldn't fear glyphosate.Independence necessary — Editorial
OPINION: News that a group of Fonterra farmers want an independent review of the Fonterra shareholders council may well be…Agribusiness
Like father, like son
Competing in the livestock contests at the New Zealand Agricultural Show is not for the faint-hearted.
Uncertainty causing stress and anxiety
Newly elected DairyNZ director Tracy Brown says there are more moving parts in the industry now than in the whole…Online livestock platform relaunched
An online stock trading platform was relaunched last week (Oct 14) to open up its national livestock marketplace to the…Former rugby boss tackles climate change issues
Rural Canterbury blockholder David Moffett has turned from giving advice on farm succession to the future of farming itself.Not everyone hates farmers
55% of New Zealanders hold a positive view of the primary industries, new research shows.Management
Lights, camera, action on sheep!
Remote sensing cameras and GPS are being used by Massey University researchers to see what, if any, damage sheep cause to waterways in the hill country.
Farmer group is all action
Firing up effective farm health and safety plans is helping King Country farmers who joined a Red Meat Profit Partnership (RMPP) Action Group based around Ongarue.
Significant impact from freshwater proposals
Rabobank New Zealand believes the Government’s proposed freshwater reforms will have significant implications for New Zealand’s food and agribusiness sectors.
Goat report’s conclusion confusing – critic
A report on the NZ goat industry aimed at charting the future for domestic and export goat products has dismayed long-time industry expert Garrick Batten.
Close friends work wonders in equity partnership
The numbers speak for themselves on the Morlands Farm equity partnership: operating profit is $1000/ha above the Waikato average.
Farm Health
NAIT helps breeder manage bulls
Bull breeder Peter Maxwell manages a bull stud in central Auckland. Here's how he uses NAIT.
Dairy welfare code revamped
The code of welfare for dairy cattle has been amended to address behavioural needs and off-paddock systems, says the National…NAIT keeps NZ produce tops – farmer
If you’re selling or leasing bulls this spring, understand the risks and know the animal’s history of movements and health,…NZ’s ‘worm detective’ to hit the world stage
A Massey PhD student known as the ‘worm detective’ for his work on sheep worms will represent New Zealand on…Avoiding triple drench resistance
Triple drench resistance is appearing at an alarming rate, particularly in the North Island. But it can be prevented by…Machinery & Products
Innovation gongs for NH
New Holland Agriculture has picked up three silver medals in the Innovation Awards at the upcoming Agritechnica, November 10 to…
Techy tyres tackle troubles
Tyre maker Nokian is set to bring digital technology to those black, round items at the corner of your machine.Reverse steer avoids pain in the neck
Greg Bolland's new reverse-steer Valtra N134 tractor eases his workload and prevents tractor driving from giving him neck and back…Tractor of the future?
John Deere looks to be heading towards autonomous tractors.Keep an eye on your stuff
The Uniden App Cam Solo 4G helps farmers keep an eye on their properties.Motoring
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…
Hilux upgrade scores well
In its first test in 2015 the eighth generation Toyota Hilux gained a 5-star ANCAP rating.Holden ups the ante with latest Colarado ute
The latest Holden Colorado Z71 comes pretty close to perfection.Yank tank makes it hard to go back
Once you go large it’s hard to go back to regular, goes the old saying.Colorado concept huge at Fieldays and beyond
With saloon cars fading on buyers’ radar, Holden is confirming its focus on the ute and SUV market.» The RNG Weather Report
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Job hunting?
A mate of the Hound reckons outgoing special agricultural trade envoy Mike Petersen, who is due to finish his current…
Hot air?
With the Government wanting to implement huge costs on the livestock farming sector by making New Zealand the only country…
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Fonterra lifts milk price
Good news for Fonterra farmers – the co-op is increasing its 2019-20 forecast farmgate milk price by 30c/kgMS.
Hort strong, but uneasy – survey
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Yoghurt maker fined nearly $500,000 for deception
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New machinery for the vineyard
Mark Daniel on what's new in machinery for the vineyard.
New Holland launches Braud 9000 series grape harvesters
New Holland Agriculture has introduced the new Braud 9000 series to its portfolio of self-propelled grape harvesters, with the 9090L…
Collaboration increases capability
Initially designed to assist fertiliser spreading trucks operating on steep New Zealand hill country, TracMap’s GPS guidance and job management…