Farmers don't seem to get it. So says New Zealand Agricultural Aviation Association (NZAAA) chair Alan Beck, commenting on farmers understanding their responsibilities to make their farms a safe workplace for agricultural pilots.

Next week will see some of New Zealand's best young fruit growers battle it out for the inaugural Central Otago Young Fruit Grower 2015 competition.

A change to the entry requirements of the Wine Awards, will give smaller wineries and more limited releases a greater the opportunity to participate, says one of the judges.

Federated Farmers North Canterbury say farmers affected by the drought are facing a tough year ahead and will be struggling with some tough decisions.

Chainsaw accidents are on the rise and it’s time to make some noise about this, says chainsaw maker Stihl.

For around $1500 you can get a ‘black box’ and unleash useful extra power and torque from the old tractor parked up in the shed. Sounds tempting: what are the risks?

Passion for farming and their animals runs deep for David and Pip Fullerton, known for their international genetics work with Holsteins on their “top-performing” South Waikato farm, comments feed manufacturer Fibre Fresh.

In last month’s Dairy News, we discussed the common causes of dystocia (difficulty in giving birth) and ways it can be prevented. 

How low will you go? How long will you stay there? Those are the questions Dairy NZ is asking at the latest round of ‘Tactics for Tight Times’ workshops around the country.

Proper housing is a cornerstone of successful calf rearing, says Christchurch company FlexiTunnel.