Displaying items by tag: Massey University

Wednesday, 16 February 2022 12:55

NZ primary sector needs to adapt if it is to succeed

With the ongoing chaos caused by Covid, the NZ primary sector needs to develop adaptive strategies if it's to succeed.

Published in General News

Massey University's top horticultural student for 2021 believes there'd be real benefit if there was greater collaboration between organic and conventional farmers.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 02 November 2021 09:55

Massey's best ag students for 2021

Massey University's agricultural students have responded well to online learning in the present Covid-19 environment.

Published in General News
Friday, 22 October 2021 09:55

Study on sheep's impact on water

While there is clear proof that cattle, deer and pigs cause poor water quality when allowed to graze near waterways, little is known about what impact sheep have. Peter Burke reports on a research project being run by Massey University to find out more about how sheep behave around streams and waterways.

Published in Management
Friday, 22 October 2021 08:55

New research highlights NZ beef's differences

Pasture-raised beef is a cornerstone of the New Zealand meat industry.

Published in Management
Wednesday, 20 October 2021 12:55

New regs boost Massey Ag course enrolments

Demand for expertise in sustainable nutrient management, environmental planning and improved freshwater outcomes has seen Massey University's range of agricultural short courses pass the 4300-enrolment mark.

Published in General News
Thursday, 15 July 2021 06:55

Realising potential of hoggets

Hogget breeding has the potential to improve farm productivity but they take careful management according to Professor Paul Kenyon of Massey University. Peter Burke reports.

Published in Management
Thursday, 01 July 2021 11:55

Has the Wiltshire's time come?

One of the key speakers at a recent Massey University Wiltshire field day was Marton farmer Richard Morrison.

Published in Management
Friday, 18 June 2021 08:55

Shedding Wiltshire's anti wool appeal

Of all the projects Massey University's School of Agriculture has been involved in over the years, it's never had such interest as it has in its Wiltshire breeding programme.

Published in Farm Health
Tuesday, 01 June 2021 12:55

Students get funding boost

Horticultural and agribusiness companies are dishing out the dosh to encourage students at Massey University to make a career in their sector.

Published in General News
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