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Bulls in paddocks save little, risks a lot
Farmers thinking about cutting artificial insemination (AI) this mating season will save very little now and lose a lot in the long term, says Jeremy Bryant.
Bulls in paddocks save little, risks a lot
Farmers thinking about cutting artificial insemination (AI) this mating season will save very little now and lose a lot in the long term, says Jeremy Bryant.
Sodden coasters juggle pasture, stock
Persistently wet conditions on the West Coast are causing huge problems for dairy farmers there, says DairyNZ consulting officer Ross Bishop.
Easing post-calving heifers into productive life
After calving, heifers often suffer discomfort with swollen udders (oedema) and may be more difficult to move, handle and milk out.
Time to accept all the offered help
Many dairy farmers are discussing the virtues of Fonterra’s loan for sharemilkers, and the consensus seems to be to see it as a last resort.
Southland drowns, losses mount
10 vie for DairyNZ board seats
The election is NZ-wide by internet, fax, and postal voting using the STV (single transferable vote) voting method.
Design with eye on volume, consistency
The effluent collection infrastructure must be designed to handle the volume and consistency of effluent being produced, says DairyNZ.
Right design, processes ensure success
Good effluent management requires a well-designed effluent system and processes for people that make sure the effluent the system collects is applied to pasture in the right amount at the right time, says DairyNZ.