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Farmer input needed to combat FE
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling on livestock farmers to take part in a survey measuring the financial…Genetics helping breed the best farm working dogs
Soon farmers and working dog breeders will be able to have a dog that best suits their needs thanks to…Wool pellets to boost gardens
With wool prices steadily declining and shearing costs on the rise, a Waikato couple began looking for a solution for…Meeting face-to-face with vegetable, fruit growers
The Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) team is looking forward to connecting with growers at the upcoming South Island Agricultural Field…National
South Island Agricultural Field Days gets new admin building
A brand-spanking new administration building will greet visitors to this year's South Island Agricultural Field Days (SIAFD) at Kirwee.
120 years through thick and thin
2025 marks 120 years of FMG Advice and Insurance in New Zealand's rural communities.High commodity prices, farmer optimism bode well for event
The 2025 South Island Agricultural Field Days (SIAFD) chairman, Rangiora farmer Andrew Stewart, is predicting a successful event on the…Fruit deliveries crucial to classrooms
Now in its 20th year, the Fruit in Schools (FIS) programme is playing an increasingly vital role in supporting children…Sue's secret to boardoom success
A career she never planned - that's how Cantabrian Sue Suckling OBE describes her trajectory as a director.World
Oz farmers' election wishlist
Australian farmers advocate NFF says this year’s Federal Election will be a defining moment for Australian agriculture.
New export records for Aussie goatmeat
The Australian goatmeat industry set a new record for production and exports last year.
UK farmers take to the street
On the same day that the protesters against David Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill marched on Parliament in Wellington, on the other side of the world, UK farmers were also marching on London.
Sustainability dominates dairy summit
To Kiwi ears, an international conference that talks about a "just and fair transition" to sustainable dairy sounds like a clarion call for better access to valuable markets. 'Just and fair' means more to the world than opening up borders to big exporters like NZ. Tim Fulton reports.
Bluetongue on the march
While unrecorded in New Zealand, Bluetongue, an acute viral disease in ruminants, is endemic in tropical and sub-tropical climates.
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The social licence to operate
OPINION: In the 2023 election, 77.5% of the 3.69 million people eligible to vote took the privilege of making their…
'Just answer the damn question!'
OPINION: The first thing one should look for in an article about climate change is what conflicts of interest the…Editorial: Escaping Trump's wrath
OPINION: President Donald Trump's bizarre hard line approach to the world of what was once 'rules-based trade' has got New…Come and connect with us
OPINION: We're excited to connect with dairy farmers at the upcoming South Island Agricultural Field Days.Why treaty bill is still relevant
OPINION: Last month marked the beginning of the political year, beginning with Waitangi Day.Agribusiness
Wool pellets to boost gardens
With wool prices steadily declining and shearing costs on the rise, a Waikato couple began looking for a solution for…
'Outstanding results in a period of change'
Scales Corporation managing director Andy Borland says the company has delivered an outstanding result.Farmlands half-year results 'show strong progress'
Farmlands says that improved half-year results show that the co-op’s tight focus on supporting New Zealand’s farmers and growers is…Record exhibitor numbers set tone for field days
Northland Field Days organisers are giving a big shout out to exhibitors who have signed up for the three-day event…Co-op boosts chilled exports to China
Alliance Group has secured greater access for chilled beef exports to China, following approval for two of its processing plants…Management
Minerals make a difference
Ensuring livestock receive a balanced and adequate mineral intake is essential for optimal health and productivity, as they play crucial roles in various physiological processes, including growth, reproduction, and disease resistance.
Meeting face-to-face with vegetable, fruit growers
The Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) team is looking forward to connecting with growers at the upcoming South Island Agricultural Field Days, says HortNZ chief executive Kate Scott.
'Cheap seed comes with major risks'
Choosing pasture seed at bargain prices may seem an attractive way for farmers to reduce autumn or spring re-sowing costs, but it comes with significant risks, says the NZ Plant Breeders and Research Association (PBRA).
Breeder credits late uncle for hair sheep success
Southland breeder Tim Gow attributes the success of his Shire breed of hair sheep to the expert guidance of his uncle, the late Dr Scott Dolling, who was a prominent Australian animal geneticist.
Hothouse trial hoping to slash plastic twine use
Vegetable grower NZ Hothouse Ltd has always been ahead of the game when it comes to sustainability, but new innovations are coming thick and fast.
Farm Health
Farmer input needed to combat FE
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling on livestock farmers to take part in a survey measuring the financial…
Genetics helping breed the best farm working dogs
Soon farmers and working dog breeders will be able to have a dog that best suits their needs thanks to…Nedap aims to help farmers maximise herd’s potential
Livestock management technology provider Nedap is on a mission – to put the power of precision farming on the side…The future of beef breeding
Progeny testing at Pāmu’s Kepler farm in Southland as part of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Informing New Zealand Beef…Deer farmer targets poor performers, saves money
Management practices that aim to cull the poor performers rather than boost the best are a key to success for…Machinery & Products
Alpego eyes electric power harrow
Distributed by OriginAg in New Zealand, Italian manufacturer Alpego recently showed its three metre Alysium electric power harrow at the…
Combine harvester put through its paces in Oz
Twelve months after its release, the all-new John Deere S7 combine harvester has been put through its paces across a…Local experts in pregnancy scanning, calf disbudding
Made in New Zealand is a feature that looks at the wealth of design and manufacturing ability we have in…New seed drill tech coming
Incorporating Vaderstad's latest seed drill technology, the Proceed V 24, is said to improve precision and increase planting efficiencies for…Power Farming and Topcon join forces
Over the last half-decade, the rapid adoption of GPS, guidance and a host of management and data recording functions has…Motoring
Ford's new addition
Ford New Zealand has announced the addition of the Everest Tremor as a rugged and capable expansion of its hugely…
Big tick for a big truck
Electric cars and big American trucks can both bring a little anxiety, but for different reasons.RAM hits 20K!
In a market dominated by utes, Ram Trucks Australia has just put the finishing touches on its 20,000th right-hand drive…Fastest, most powerful Ram
RAM distributor Ateco has always made the point that they sell trucks that eat Utes for breakfast.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…» Latest Print Issues Online
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Waffle man
OPINION: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon sometimes can't escape his own corporate instinct for evasion, and in what should have been…
Banks on notice
OPINION: Shane 'Matua' Jones, crusader against all things woke, including "woke banks", couldn't have scripted it better when his NZ…
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