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Farm inputs down, fert prices fall
Sheep and beef farm inputs were down 2.2% in the past year according to the latest onfarm inflation report, and last week two key fertiliser companies announced price drops.
Young journos get an insight into agribusiness sector
A group of journalism students from Massey University's Wellington campus gained an insight into the agribusiness sector last week.
Farm input prices down
Prices for inputs used on New Zealand sheep and beef farms decreased 2.1% in the year to March 2016.
Health and safety compliance ‘not rocket science’
Complying with the new workplace health and safety requirements is not rocket science and "there is nothing you need to be afraid of", a recent workshop heard.
Beef + Lamb to change marketing tack
Safety culture on farm a key aim
Give bobby calves their due — Editorial
It may be the 'quiet' time of year for dairy farmers, but clearly most are not sitting relaxing in their armchairs.
Marbling the way to go – breeder
The New Zealand beef industry has got "in a bit of a hole" because it doesn't pay for carcase differentiation, says John Bayly of Waitangi Angus.
Big demand for H&S advice
Beefing up genetics pays off
Genetics trials on a scale not seen for at least 15 years have renewed farmer enthusiasm for beef genetics.