Second generation Amarok ups the stakes
The first-generation VW Amarok – launched back in 2010 – has built a reputation based on comfort, handling and ability that has led to more 7700 of the vehicles being driven on New Zealand’s roads.
VOLKSWAGEN NEW Zealand has further thrown its support behind the IHC Calf & Rural Scheme.
The sponsorship, started in late 2011, will run for three more years. Volkswagen will supply two new Amarok utes for scheme staff to use in attending calf sales and visiting farmers and truckers.
Volkswagen and IHC have a long-standing deal: IHC uses Volkswagen Caddy and Transporters in its work in communities.
The IHC Calf & Rural Scheme involves farmers and PGG Wrightson in raising funds for New Zealanders with intellectual disabilities.
Launched in 1984, the scheme encourages farmers to donate a weaned farm animal to be sold, the proceeds going to IHC. At least 5500 calves are donated annually, raising about $1.5m.
This year IHC is celebrating 30 years of the scheme, says IHC national fundraising manager Adele Blackwood.
“Generous support… means we can help people with intellectual disabilities through… a wide variety of initiatives – free information and resources through our library; help with education, health and legal rights through our advocacy team; and coordinating friendships and skill based-learning through our volunteer programme.”
Tom Ruddenklau, Volkswagen general manager, says, “Our support of the IHC Calf & Rural Scheme helps us give back to the rural community and supplying two Amarok utes for the team helps them get out and about.”
Farmer-led charity, Meat the Need is calling for donations to enable it to supply more meals to families in need.
Weaker pricing and demand from China continue to impact New Zealand red meat export earnings.
Fonterra has cemented its position as the country’s number one cheesemaker by picking up nine NZ Champion of Cheese trophies this year.
New Zealand dairy processors are welcoming the Government’s commitment to continuing to push for Canada to honour its trade commitments.
An educational programme, set up by Beef + Land New Zealand, to connect farmers virtually with primary and intermediate school students has reported the successful completion of its second year.
Horticulture NZ chief executive Nadine Tunley will step down in August.