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Setting tyre pressures correctly, even for a humble farm tractor, is important for reducing compaction, precluding shallow ruts in difficult conditions and cutting fuel consumption.
A race is on to launch the first ISOBUS controlled plough at Agritechnica, and it appears German company Lemken is leading by a nose.
The current world market for self-propelled foragers is about 3000 units annually, of which German specialist Krone holds about 15% (450 units) with its Big X series.
A gel that deters starlings from roosting in tractors – raising a sky-high risk of fires – has been launched by Shoof International.
Gas heating in a new calf-rearing shed in Canterbury is helping its owners achieve the animal health and staff environment they deem necessary for their business.
Josh Carston and Dion Richards joined forces two years ago as Carston Contracting, Reporoa.
After calving, heifers often suffer discomfort with swollen udders (oedema) and may be more difficult to move, handle and milk out.
Pending MPI milk cooling standards are intended to maintain current milk quality, improve milk quality and increase New Zealand’s reputation as a quality milk provider.
Massey University has sold its 35% stake in New Zealand Veterinary Pathology Ltd (NZVP).
It takes about two weeks for heifers to get to know the milking area, entry and exit routes, and to establish a quiet, reliable routine.
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Newborn calves are vulnerable to cold and disease, so careful handling, feeding and hygiene are important to get them safely through their first 24 hours, DairyNZ points out.
Canterbury-based independent milk processor Synlait Milk has reported a drop in profit, largely due to decreases in dairy prices.
Farmers thinking about cutting artificial insemination (AI) this mating season will save very little now and lose a lot in the long term, says Jeremy Bryant.
Farmers thinking about cutting artificial insemination (AI) this mating season will save very little now and lose a lot in the long term, says Jeremy Bryant.
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