US exports soar
US dairy exporters keep finding new markets for cheese and dairy ingredients despite facing trade tensions.
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Dairy Whip cream can has a new look
The famous can of Tatua’s Dairy Whip cream in Tatuanui has had a makeover.
Rural contractors raise $30K for ambulance and helicopters services
Rural contractors have donated $30k to support Nelson ambulance and rescue helicopter services.
New sheep milk dryer takes shape
Waikato Innovation Park, at Hamilton, soon home to another spray dryer, recently hosted Labour politicians and other visitors.
Dairy beef bulls tick all the boxes
The latest results from the Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Genetics dairy beef progeny test are signalling good prospects for dairy farmers.
‘I’m listening on freshwater’
Minister of Ag Damien O’Connor is confident the government can work together with farmers to improve water quality.
National
‘Gran’ shows how it is done
It was hard for Suzanne Giesen when her husband John died. She was just 32, had five children aged from 1 to 11 and had a farm to run. More than 50 years later she is still living and working on the farm.
Farmers urged to be vigilant on African swine fever
The $750 million New Zealand pork industry needs farmers’ help to keep out the deadly African swine fever virus.
Eyeing up ag’s opportunities
In an electronic world, getting teenagers interested in careers in agriculture or horticulture is an uphill struggle.
New Zealand ploughing on with Brexit plans
NZ meat industry special envoy on Brexit, Jeff Grant attended the 88th National Ploughing Championships in Ireland, where discussions of Brexit was a common theme.
World
US exports soar
US dairy exporters keep finding new markets for cheese and dairy ingredients despite facing trade tensions.
Irish dairy on enviro radar
The expansion of the dairy industry in Ireland is starting to affect the environmental health of the country’s lakes, rivers…Payouts from cashflow, not balance sheet
Fonterra says its payouts to Australian farmers are being funded by its operations, not propped up from other places in…Fonterra’s Aussie struggles
Fonterra has told its Australian farmer suppliers that it remains committed to that market.Govt stalled on quad rollers
Australian farmers are urging the Federal Government to enforce the fitting of operator protection devices (OPDs) to all new quads…Opinion
‘I’m listening on freshwater’
Minister of Ag Damien O’Connor is confident the government can work together with farmers to improve water quality.
Is Brexit coming? — Editorial
OPINION: New Zealand faces the prospect of real hardship from Brexit.Don’t blame the messenger! — Editorial
OPINION: It appears the only people surprised by plummeting levels of rural confidence are the Government and Ag Minister Damien…A change in rural neighbourhoods?
OPINION: Don't be surprised if you get new neighbours soon.Digging deeper into soil’s black box
Could soil organic matter be used for carbon credits?Agribusiness
New sheep milk dryer takes shape
Waikato Innovation Park, at Hamilton, soon home to another spray dryer, recently hosted Labour politicians and other visitors.
Dairy beef bulls tick all the boxes
The latest results from the Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Genetics dairy beef progeny test are signalling good prospects…Former rugby boss tackles climate change issues
Rural Canterbury blockholder David Moffett has turned from giving advice on farm succession to the future of farming itself.Not everyone hates farmers
55% of New Zealanders hold a positive view of the primary industries, new research shows.Workshops to raise financial confidence
Dairy Women's Network (DWN) is partnering with ASB to run NZ-wide workshops aimed at building farmers’ financial confidence.Management
Close friends work wonders in equity partnership
The numbers speak for themselves on the Morlands Farm equity partnership: operating profit is $1000/ha above the Waikato average.
Hands-on experience for students
Getting out of the classroom cranks the handles of many Massey University agriculture students.
Why make stink silage?
Good silage making is a fine art, explains Chris Balemi, managing director of Agvance Nutrition.
LIC ascending into cloud for technology
Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) is undergoing a digital transformation in the cloud, says chief executive Wayne McNee.
Dairy goat workers to get industry-specific training
New dairy goat industry training being launched in Waikato is upskilling workers and ensuring consistent standards.
Farm Health
Avoiding triple drench resistance
Triple drench resistance is appearing at an alarming rate, particularly in the North Island. But it can be prevented by correct management.
NZ’s ‘worm detective’ to hit the world stage
A Massey PhD student known as the ‘worm detective’ for his work on sheep worms will represent New Zealand on a huge global stage in Germany in November.
BVD and what you can do about it
Amanda Kilby, MSD animal health veterinarian, explains what Bovine Viral Diarrhoea is and how you can control it.
Raising in-calf rate helps cut farm emissions
Improving the reproductive performance of a herd by getting more cows in-calf is a key way to cut farm emissions says Stephen Sing, Jersey Advantage member.
On-farm biosecurity a strict necessity
Bay of Plenty dairy farmer Darryl Jensen rears calves and sees farm biosecurity as a necessity. For effective traceability and disease management he operates a ‘closed farm system’ along with a beef farmer and grazier
Machinery & Products
New Holland extends hay and forage range
New Holland launched several new implements at the SIMA 2019 exhibition in Paris, extending its hay and forage range to offer customers a wider choice.
Retro-fit intelligence now a reality
Until now the possibility of taking data from existing mechanical implements and feeding the information into farm management systems has been a pipedream for most farmers.
8R gets golden gong
The latest John Deere 8R series tractors, yet to be released, have already won the only gold medal at the upcoming Agtritechnica event scheduled for November.
KV’s triple mower offers great versatility and capacity
Recent trends in high capacity triple mower set-ups have led to operators requesting a wider choice of swath size and shape.
JD’s new 6M series breaks cover
John Deere's country manager for New Zealand, Mark Hamilton-Manns, says JD’s 6M series tractors are a rugged workhorse well received by all sectors of agriculture.
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Motoring
New entry level model for Hilux
Toyota New Zealand has broadened its Hilux range with a new entry level two-wheel drive, the WorkMate, aimed at buyers…
New wagon a little different
Subaru's latest SUV offering fills a need for drivers looking for something smaller and a little more potent than your…Hilux ups the ante on safety
Toyota has raised the safety benchmark at grassroots level by introducing its Toyota Safety Sense Package on its hugely popular…Tourer – a practical family car
The new Holden Tourer may be just the ticket for Kiwi families wanting to go on adventures.Hilux upgrade scores well
In its first test in 2015 the eighth generation Toyota Hilux gained a 5-star ANCAP rating.» The RNG Weather Report
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