Displaying items by tag: Lincoln University
Fodder, sugar beets dream feed if grown right
Fodder and sugar beets are shaping up to be the next big thing in grazing management, with the high yield, low cost option expected to take off in Australia as it has in New Zealand.
Maximise gains and minimise risks with fodder beet – expert
Farmers need to accurately determine fodder beet yields in order to maximise gains and minimise risk.
Prosperity trumps sustainability
A renowned conservationist says the world and New Zealand is failing to fulfil many of the basic principles of sustainability.
Identifying insect species crucial to biosecurity
Lincoln University students are scouring the country to discover new insect species and keep ahead of potential threats to agriculture and the environment.
Study could help plants withstand drought
A Lincoln University PhD student has carried out a study that uses computer modelling to understand more about how plants respond to drought.
Vet in new Lincoln role
Lincoln University have appointed veterinarian and Lincoln alumna Dr Teresa Moore as their new director of farms.
‘Retailers’ revenge’ could slow dairy recovery
While wholesale milk prices may be on their way up, we need to be aware of “retailers’ revenge” says a food marketing specialist.
Targeting tourism
Results from a survey of wine tourists in Central Otago are being described as “invaluable” by leading winegrowers in the region.
Big mix in Farmer of the Year entries
Entries for the 2015 Lincoln University Foundation South Island Farmer of the Year award span the spectrum of New Zealand’s agriculture industry, says the Lincoln University Foundation.
B+L scholars are sector’s future
Beef + Lamb New Zealand say this year’s scholarship recipients are young, bright and the future of New Zealand’s sheep and beef sector.