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Teachers enjoy first-hand look at agri-sector
Cows must put their best feet forward
A race car with the best engine is never going to win unless the tyres allow it to get power to the ground, and dairy cows should be looked at in a similar light, says ‘The Hoofman’ – Johan Buys.
Residuals under control add to bottom line
Owl Farm, a partnership between St Peters School Cambridge and Lincoln University, strives to demonstrate best practice in dairy farming and to encourage young people into the industry.
Wet spring woes
Almost constant rain will have long term implications for dairy farmers in the North Island, says DairyNZ’s general manager of extension, Andrew Reid.
‘Misleading’ ad draws complaint
DairyNZ has laid a complaint over a Greenpeace advertisement that says industrial dairy farming and massive irrigation schemes are polluting waterways.
Feds fly into action over quake
Federated Farmers is putting up two helicopters today to check on farmers isolated by the earthquake.
Waikato farmers face ‘whopping’ bills for Healthy Rivers
Farmers in Waikato face bills of up to $750,000 to comply with a proposed plan to improve fresh water quality.
DairyNZ advice for quake affected farmers
Earthquakes can result in considerable damage and disruptions to farm businesses. Following is information offered by DairyNZ to help farmers and farm workers deal with the aftermath of earthquakes.
South Island milk production steady
DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle says while farmers in the North Island have taken a hit from the weather, in the South Island the dairy season started well.
Manage your pond levels
Adequate storage offers flexibility for effluent application to fit around farm activities and irrigation conditions, according to DairyNZ.