Benefits many and varied of reducing soil compaction
For many years, reducing soil compaction has been recognised as an efficient way of increasing production for grassland and arable operations.
Round Baleage tippers are used extensively, particularly in the South Island for bale placement in break crops for winter feeding out.
The new James double tipper, developed from the company’s existing model, has a mechanically activated single or double trip system for easy bale placement.
Close-coupled on the three point linkage, it removes the potential for front axle overload when this task is carried out by a front end loader.
Priced from $3300.
Forestry Minister Todd McClay has today congratulated the winners of the 2026 Growing Native Forests Champions Awards at Fieldays.
The Government has announced $60,000 to provide one-off grants of $1,000 to each of the 60 New Zealand Young Farmers (NZYF) clubs across the country.
New Zealand’s rural sector has once again demonstrated its generosity, with the second Rural Industry Leaders Dinner, Debate and Auction raising an impressive $400,000 for the Rural Support Trust.
There has been another twist to the Federated Farmers annual election fiasco.
Analysis of decades of research has revealed the implementation of good farming practices plays a critical role in reducing nutrient losses to improve freshwater outcomes.
Yesterday the Government used the opening of Fieldays to announce a major investment, as part of its Land Use Flexibility package, to support a more productive and sustainable future across six sectors including dairy.

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