Editorial: Connecting science and farming
OPINION: At last, a serious effort to better connect farmers and scientists.
Massey University is regarded by many as New Zealand’s leading tertiary education and research institute for the country’s primary industries.
Sheep production systems in New Zealand have adapted and evolved over the past 30 years to match the drivers of on-farm income.
The head of Massey University School of Agriculture and Environment, Professor Paul Kenyon, has received another accolade.
New research from Massey University could indicate that combining solar panels with a pastoral sheep farming system could have both positive and negative impacts on pasture growth.
Historical negative perceptions about horticulture seems to be a key reason why bright, young people are not signing up to do degrees that would take them into careers in the sector.
Massey University's School of Agriculture and Environment head says in the future it's likely that more students will do their degrees part time.
Having the ability to target feed ewes that will offer the best return on investmnt is one of the main benefits of pregnancy scanning - but there are others.
OPINION: At last, a serious effort to better connect farmers and scientists.
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