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As I write this article, we have just had our first frost in the Waikato, a change in weather signalling that winter is upon us.

Published in Farm Health

In my last article, I covered factors affecting the marginal returns from growing maize on-farm.

Published in Management

Much has been discussed in recent seasons about the rising costs of production on dairy farms, and rightfully so.

Published in Management

OPINION: Over the past 12 months I have noticed a growing emphasis on the dairy industry’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets and how these impact farmers.

Published in Opinion
Thursday, 27 June 2024 09:55

Selecting maize silage hybrid

The time of the season is a great time to sit down with your Pioneer area manager and merchant representative to discuss maize hybrids. Choosing the right maize silage hybrid to plant for your environment can make a big difference to yield and profit.

Published in Management
Wednesday, 29 May 2024 11:55

Cultivating a legacy of sustainable production

When tradition meets innovation, the result can be a powerful transformation, not just for an individual farm, but for the entire agricultural industry.

Published in Management
Thursday, 18 April 2024 08:55

Minimising risk of nitrate poisoning

Coming into autumn, maize and summer crops have been harvested/ grazed and farmers are planting their next crop or establishing new permanent pasture.

Published in Management
Thursday, 21 March 2024 07:55

Unlocking nutrition from bumper maize silage

With farmers having a bumper maize silage season this year, how it is harvested and managed will be crucial to preserving its quality and unlocking its nutritional value.

Published in Management
Wednesday, 20 March 2024 12:55

Setting up for next season

As the season draws to an end for spring calving systems, increased attention and planning should be focused on next season.

Published in Management
Thursday, 02 November 2023 12:55

Simple feeding systems, simple decision rules

At the end of this year, and after nearly 25 years working for Pioneer, I will retire.

Published in Management
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