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More diversification in the New Zealand economy is sustaining the currency despite low dairy prices, says Fonterra chairman John Wilson.
Four Fonterra farmers will travel to Sri Lanka this year as part of a new farmer volunteer scheme to work with their Sri Lankan counterparts.
The New Zealand dairy industry has lost its way on growing and utilising pasture, says DairyNZ chief executive, Tim Mackle.
Farmers are being reminded that this time of year is a peak one for the spread between properties of the damaging pest plant yellow bristle grass.
Fonterra is is offering up to $150 million of senior fixed rate bonds to institutional investors and to New Zealand retail investors.
Federated Farmers is calling for the Government to apply diplomatic pressure with European countries wanting to move backwards towards more regulation.
A conditional agreement on two properties brings the Southern Dairy Hub (SDH) vision closer to realisation.
Fonterra Whareroa's oldest powder dryer will take an extended break from April, as the plant is decommissioned to bolster the site's value-added operations.
Landcorp will not renew its sharemilking contract with Shanghai Pengxin Group (SPG) when it concludes at the end of May 2017.
Living on the isolated West Coast of the South Island has not hindered Feds national board member Katie Milne from being close to the political action in Wellington.
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With the more intensive farming practices used currently there is a need to ensure optimum animal health and pasture health for long-term environmental sustainability.
With ever tightening regulations on effluent storage, containment – whether in open ponds or purpose built reservoirs – is capital intensive.
Gore machinery importer Agriline has recently been appointed New Zealand distributor for Kirpy Rock Crushers, manufactured by Layrac in southwest France.
The risk of tractor fires caused by birds is very real and totally preventable, yet it continues to plague farmers and contractors on an annual basis.
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