Displaying items by tag: Massey University

Multiple potential benefits from planting native shrubs for use as sheep fodder are being researched as part of the Hill Country Futures Programme.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.