Displaying items by tag: Lincoln University

Wednesday, 03 March 2021 06:55

Uni farm to shed staff

The Lincoln University Demonstration Dairy Farm (LUDF) is looking to cut staff numbers as it adopts a new “lean” system in an effort to cut costs and maintain its place as a leader of the industry.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 23 February 2021 06:55

Hype or Holy Grail?

Merino farmers need to be sure of their evidence if they are to embrace a regenerative agriculture label, says Lincoln University Professor Jon Hickford.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 13 January 2021 05:55

Scientists criticise latest 'US fad'

New Zealand agriculture doesn't need "the latest fad from America," according to New Zealand Institute of Agricultural and Horticultural Science (NZIAHS) president, Jon Hickford.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 16 December 2020 11:55

PhD Précis: Jess Ryder

Climate change is likely to impact on the regionally distinct microbial communities in New Zealand vineyards and wineries, says PhD student Jess Ryder.

Published in Profiles
Friday, 20 November 2020 12:55

PhD Précis

From tasting the world’s hottest chilis to analysing grapevine phenology, Ghouse Peera has long been fascinated with plants.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 26 August 2020 12:58

A glimmer of hope for NZ strong wool?

A Lincoln-based wool products company believes it offers a glimmer of hope against the increasing negativity currently saturating New Zealand’s strong wool industry.

Published in Agribusiness

The “mythology” of regenerative agriculture and lack of scientific evidence has prompted two renowned plant scientists to write to Ag Minister Damien O’Connor.

Published in General News

New research is seeking to understand the role hardy catch crops can play in reducing nitrate leaching.

Published in Management

New research from Lincoln University has revealed that the genetic disposition of dairy cows could significantly reduce nitrate leaching.

Published in General News
Monday, 06 April 2020 11:05

Energy farm to trial zero carbon solutions

Lincoln University has unveiled plans for what is expected to be a globally-unique Energy Demonstration Farm to help the primary sector meet its future zero-carbon obligations.

Published in Management
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