Naki unveils the world’s most expensive manuka honey
Naki Honey, a New Zealand manuka apiary company, has crafted what is believed to be the world's most expensive honey.
The campaign highlights the need for farmers and beekeepers to work together to manage the use of agrichemicals near hives.
Agcarm and Apiculture New Zealand have started a campaign to raise awareness of the importance of keeping bees safe by using agrichemicals responsibly.
The campaign began in September to highlight the need for farmers and beekeepers to work together to manage the use of agrichemicals near hives.
A flyer and poster have been produced on protecting bees from unintended agrichemical exposure and tips on reducing risks to bees. Bees are extremely good crop pollinators, so contribute substantially to New Zealand’s multibillion dollar agricultural economy.
Agrichemicals are also vital for ensuring the security of New Zealand’s food supply and, when used responsibly, pose no threat to our bee population.
Agcarm chief executive Mark Ross says, “It’s important that we remain vigilant and address any potential risks to our bees. We need to work together to ensure the coexistence of two of New Zealand’s most important industries.”
Rural retailers are backing the bee safety message and the posters and flyers are displayed in some Farmlands stores.
Dannevirke farmer Dan Billing has been announced as the new national chair of Beef + Lamb New Zealand's (B+LNZ) Farmer Council.
A Mid Canterbury beef farm has unlocked a new market for its products thanks to its unusual beef breed, and an award-winning pie taking the district by storm.
The number of beef straws going into dairy cows is on the increase, according to LIC beef genetics product lead Paul Charteris.
OPINION: Farmers along the east coast of both islands are being urged to start planning for drought as recent nor'west winds have left soil moisture levels depleted.
European growers are playing a key role in ensuring Kiwifruit marketer Zespri has year-round supply of high-quality fruit for consumers.
ANZ's chief executive Antonia Watson says agriculture has proven to be “a shining light” for New Zealand’s economy.

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