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Genetics companies are reporting an increase in demand from dairy farmers for proven beef genetics.
This month we focus on the timing and methods of feeding of colostrum and how this affects the absorption of vital antibodies.
DairyNZ says the results of analysis of Southland swede plants collected last season backs up its advice to farmers that feeding maturing swede crops increases the risk of ill-health in cows.
Mating more dairy cows to beef sires and rearing more dairy-beef calves are attractive options for some dairy farmers as they look for ways to supplement their income.
The strong working partnership of smaller herd farmers Matt and Sarah-Jane Yates has been a cornerstone of their farming success.
Nothing competes with grass when it comes to cost effective feed. But when grass supply is short, ProGibb SG is the next best thing, says Farmlands Manawatu field manager Mike McLean.
Leaving behind its difficult start, the Tumunui Trust has progressed for 30 years to become a successful Maori incorporation with deer and beef, forestry and dairying says Andrew Kusabs, Rotorua.
Palm Kernel expeller (PKE) is now being imported directly to Wellington from this month.
A major Irish supplier of milk collection and metering systems has Transport Hydraulic Systems (THS) as its New Zealand distributor.
Ashburton sharemilkers Sara and Stuart Russell have always tried to make their dairy operation as sustainable as possible.
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As the New Zealand dairy industry has expanded rapidly in recent years so too has the dairy support farm.
Taranaki farmers are bouncing back from the devastating floods two months ago.
Scientists at Massey University have confirmed what farmers have known for years: cows do not like to walk uphill.
The NZ-China free trade deal has worked wonders for us. So why are the Aussies are still playing political football with their deal.
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