Benefits many and varied of reducing soil compaction
For many years, reducing soil compaction has been recognised as an efficient way of increasing production for grassland and arable operations.
Round Baleage tippers are used extensively, particularly in the South Island for bale placement in break crops for winter feeding out.
The new James double tipper, developed from the company’s existing model, has a mechanically activated single or double trip system for easy bale placement.
Close-coupled on the three point linkage, it removes the potential for front axle overload when this task is carried out by a front end loader.
Priced from $3300.
Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford is claiming “some real success” on the 12 policy priorities it placed before the Coalition Government.
Federated Farmers is throwing its support behind the Fast-track Approvals Bill introduced by the Coalition Government to enable a fast-track decision-making process for infrastructure and development projects.
The latest report from ANZ isn’t good news for sheep farmers: lamb returns are forecast to remain low.
Divine table grapes that herald the start of a brand-new industry in Hawke’s Bay have been coming off vines in Maraekakaho.
In what appears to be a casualty of the downturn in the agricultural sector, a well-known machinery brand is now in the hands of liquidators and owing creditors $6.6 million.
One of New Zealand’s deepest breeder Jersey herds – known for its enduring connection through cattle with the UK’s longest reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II – will host its 75th anniversary celebration sale on-farm on April 22.