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OPINION: Reckless action by Greenpeace in 2024 forced Fonterra to shut down a drying plant for four hours, costing the co-op…
A Waikato veterinarian says magnesium deficiency in cattle diets is a growing issue for his dairy clients.
Combining the expertise of three businesses solved the Rogers effluent problems on their 126ha family farm just south of Taupiri, Waikato.
Fonterra says it has been “fully transparent’ about Beingmate’s performance and its impact on the co-op’s financial position.
Polaris has introduced the Ranger 150 EFI, for riders 10 years or older.
The new Deutz Fahr 4080.4 E recently launched by Power Farming Wholesale follows on from its introduction in Australia.
First came Kia Motors New Zealand’s launch of the Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models in March, and now the company reports strong interest in the all-electric Niro EV recently unveiled in Korea.
The latest Krone Comprima net wrap unit is proving its worth to Wairarapa dairy farmer Lewis Herrick by enabling him to use net-wrap or a net replacement film for the first time.
Having dominated the ute market for the last three years, Ford NZ says it will launch its 2019 Ranger in October.
Two athletes toughened in the world’s top sporting events will share their survival tips with farmers at this year’s South Island Dairy Event (SIDE).
Dunedin computer graphics pioneer Ian Taylor won’t have to travel far to give his take on how innovation, technology and teamwork can change the world and the dairy sector.
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The Government is spending $30 million over two years in scientific research to support the fight against Mycoplasma bovis.
Twenty years ago the South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) launched its forum for farmers to gain and apply the knowledge, skills and technology needed to improve their business. SIDE chairwoman Robyn Williams spoke about this year’s event.
Milk fever wastes time and massively stresses cows and farmers, says Taranaki farm consultant Pat Poletti.
Within the next several weeks, farmers with spring calving herds will start drafting up springer mobs. This action allows closer monitoring and management of cows that are near calving and entering the transition period.
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