Funding boost for red meat
Two major red meat sector projects are getting up to a combined $1.7 million in funding from the New Zealand Meat Board (NZMB).
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) says it’s backing the country’s sheep farmers by choosing wool tiles to carpet its Wellington office.
“When we were looking at recarpeting our Wellington office, it was a no-brainer to choose sustainable over synthetics and support New Zealand sheep farmers,” says Sam McIvor, chief executive of B+LNZ.
“It was great to have the option of Wools of New Zealand commercial carpet tiles – it’s the right choice for the planet and our people.”
Kate Acland, chair of B+LNZ, says that wool is naturally biodegradable, flame-resistant, stain resistant and looks great.
“It feels more comfortable to walk on and sustainability-wise it ticks the box.
“The wool used in our new carpet tiles is also sourced from farmers committed to world-leading sustainable farming practices. As a farmer myself, I’m proud to be supporting Kiwi farmers and rural communities.”
Wools of New Zealand chief executive John McWhirter says more companies and other organisations are seeking to ensure their premises are more sustainable and looking after the wellbeing of their people.
“Wool carpets and tiles do not cost the earth and there is growing interest from consumers in choosing wool over plastic,” he says.
“The many beneficial natural properties of our wool tiles make them ideal for use in commercial spaces and they are a very good choice for a wide range of organisations.”
Wools of New Zealand says its commercial wool tile range is a key part of the company’s strategy to significantly improve outcomes for New Zealand strong wool producers.
The country’s 4200 commercial fruit and vegetable growers will vote from May 14 on a new HortNZ levy.
Meat processor Alliance Group is asking farmer shareholders to inject more capital in order to remain a 100% co-operative.
A vet is calling for all animals to be vaccinated against a new strain of leptospirosis (lepto) discovered on New Zealand dairy farms in recent years.
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Rural banker Rabobank is partnering with Food Rescue Kitchen on a new TV series which airs this weekend that aims to shine a light on the real and growing issues of food waste, food poverty and social isolation in New Zealand.
Telco infrastructure provider Chorus says that it believes all Kiwis – particularly those in the rural areas – need access to high-speed, reliable broadband.
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