Floods highlight farmers' vulnerability
The vulnerability of the roads has become a major concern for Federated Farmers Mid-Canterbury president David Clark over a week into the clean-up following the region's damaging floods.
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O'Connor to tackle 'tricky issues'
Trade and Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor is in the UK and Europe this week in an attempt to breathe some life into the crucial free trade agreements (FTAs) New Zealand is negotiating with the EU and the UK.
Cybersecurity concerns
Major New Zealand meat and dairy exporters say they are taking cybersecurity seriously.
Wool nightmare for BLNZ!
Farmers are being reminded about their decision to vote down the wool levy 11 years ago.
Cow cull coming?
Farmers are happy to play their part in reducing greenhouse gas emissions but the Government has to come to the party.
National
Rural ginger groups to meet
A 'national forum' of rural industry advocates is set to be held later this month.
SIDE heading to Ashburton
For the first time in its 23-year history, the two-day South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) is heading to Ashburton.
Feed calves what they really need
Farmers are being urged to feed more milk to new-born calves.
Blueprint for addressing climate change released
The Government says the Climate Change Commission’s blueprint for addressing climate change has confirmed they have made good progress to reduce emissions, but a step up is now required.
World
Aussie retailer boosts direct milk buying model
The battle for milk in Australia has just got tougher for processors like Fonterra.
Global food prices rise at rapid pace in May
Global food prices rose at their fastest monthly rate in more than a decade in May, the Food and Agriculture…Mission impossible
Agriculture and Trade Minister Damien O'Connor is off to Europe soon to try and breathe some life into free trade…European co-op claims lowest carbon footprint
One of Europe's largest dairy co-operatives, Arla Foods claims that it's farmers are among the most climate efficient dairy in…Oz reforms in tatters
The Australian dairy industry has dropped an ambitious plan to form a single 'whole-of-industry' body.Opinion
Agri sustainability into the future
Q: What does sustainability mean?
Editorial: Farmers need help
OPINION: It took Methven farmers Laurence and Philly Rooney a few days before they could access their flood-ravaged farm.Where's the dollars and sense?
With all the hype around the benefits of regenerative agriculture, a significant aspect appears to be missing – economics.Nothing - not even a hug!
OPINION: Jacinda breezed in to town recently, with Damien in tow.Editorial: Yawn!
OPINION: Budget 2021, for the primary and rural sector, was basically a non-event.Agribusiness
Connect, discover and grow
The world is an ever-changing place and the dairy sector plays a key part in this.
Protext people from others' mistakes
Sam Hodsell, the 2021 Otago-Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year, says it’s critical to identify and manage workplace risks…Campaign for hunters
OSPRI has launched a nationwide TB education campaign for hunters, providing them with the advice they need to keep themselves…Lifting farmers' financial, risk tackling skills
The Government is funding a new programme to help farmers' financial risk management skills and prevent business failure.Pricing holds firm
Dairy Milk supply volumes boosted almost 10% in March 2021 YOY.Management
Reducing winter grazing risks
A Southland farmer believes careful planning is the key to mitigating potential risks of grazing livestock on fodder crops during the winter.
An eye on the future
Fonterra recently announced a forecast milk price range for the coming season of $7.25 to $8.75 per kgMS, with a midpoint of $8.00 per kgMS.
Quality data assists management
The horticulture industry faces environmental sustainability issues concerning the use of water.
Planning the key to successful winter grazing
A Southland farmer believes careful planning is the key to mitigating potential risks of grazing livestock on fodder crops during the winter.
FMG offers Moving Day tips
Rural insurer FMG is offering up three tips for farmers and contract milkers to support a successful Moving Day this year.
Farm Health
Global recognition for genetic work
A novel scientific approach which has identified a number of genetic variants impacting the health and wellbeing of New Zealand dairy cows has been published in the prestigious scientific journal, Nature Genetics.
Vets ready to help Fonterra farmers earn more cash
This season, up to 10 cents of Fonterra suppliers' milk payments will be determined by the farm's sustainability credentials and milk quality.
Trial for low methane sheep
Artificial breeding will play a role in accelerating the transition of a proportion of Beef + Lamb New Zealand's (B+LNZ) commercial ewe flock to a low methane emitting flock.
Quarantine drenching critical - expert
Farmers importing stock onto their farm are being urged to have a quarantine drenching regime in place to further prevent the spread of triple drench resistance.
Breeders beaming with pride, joy at Beamer's induction
One of the country's most famous fathers has been recognised for his significant contribution to the dairy industry after siring more than 170,000 daughters for New Zealand farms.
Machinery & Products
Easy Fit ID goes with the flow
Hansen Products has released the new Easy Fit ID range of compression fittings.
Major deal for AgriQuip
New Plymouth-based AgriQuip has been appointed as the exclusive importer and distributor of the Major Equipment brand, with the aim of distributing a selection of products from the company’s range of grasscutting equipment.
Made in New Zealand: Creating believers
Made in New Zealand is a feature that looks at the wealth of design and manufacturing ability we have in New Zealand, making productive and cost-effective products for the agricultural sector. This week we take a closer look at FIL, catching up with GEA Farm Technologies NZ chief executive officer, Campbell Parker.
Lady muck really does suck
As anyone will attest to – if they’re married to someone with horses, have kids with ponies or are foolish enough to own these animals themselves – a big downside is the large, regular mess they leave behind.
Yamaha's new machine hits all the right notes
The increasingly popular UTV/side-by-side sector offers a wide range of choices for farm or rural mobility, which has been made even broader with a new machine from Yamaha.
Motoring
A price saving proposition
A bit like Vegemite, the first impression raised when you encounter a Mahindra Pik Up is love or hate –…
Updated Navara ute bolder and more refined
The most obvious change to the updated Nissan Navara is the bold, almost American, styling.Warlock offers a touch of magic
Having previously reviewed the RAM 1500 in 2020, we recently took the chance to get behind the wheel of the…Stable recipe, safety brings D-Max up to date
While the New Year break is touted as a time to “recharge the batteries” the reality at a rural property…Outback now in its 25th year
Now in its 25th year, and sixth edition, the 2021 Subaru’s Outback wagon was recently launched in New Zealand.» The RNG Weather Report
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The Hound
Cracked China
OPINION: Your old mate reckons Fonterra and its dairy farmer shareholders may well be all cock-a-hoop about the prospects of…
Seriously?
OPINION: The Hound hears that government department MBIE is apparently working on a 'NZ Battery Project' to try and find…
Milking It
Nestle's admission
OPINION: It is the biggest dairy company in the world but Nestle is under pressure after admitting that more than…
Milk is healthy
OPINION: Promoters of 'healthy' plant-based 'milk' take note! Regular consumption of cow milk is not associated with increased levels of…
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