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Weeds in for a shock

The tractor-based system allows for the effective control of unwanted vegetation.

WIith an increasing focus on reducing chemical herbicides, largely because of crop resistance and a potential build-up of residues, new methods of weed control are appearing.

Front hopper seed drill eases sowing pressure

Pöttinger has expanded its range of Aerosem pneumatic seed drills, with the addition of 4 metre and 5 metre folding version units with a front hopper.

Austrian tillage and seed drill manufacturer Pöttinger has expanded its range of Aerosem pneumatic seed drills, with the addition of 4 metre and 5 metre folding versions units with a front hopper.

V8 - a baler with a grunt

The new V8 baler can pack up to 30% more crop into a 1.9m bale than can be achieved in a current 1.68m, V6 engine.

Following three years of testing with clients worldwide, Ireland-based manufacturer McHale has added a bigger model to its range of variable-chamber round balers with the new V8 series.

Exploring benefits of pasture-raised beef and lamb

A team of researchers will look at the benefits of pasture-raised beef and lamb.

New Zealanders will be invited to take part in a major research programme to assess the health and wellbeing benefits of eating pasture-raised beef and lamb, compared to alternatives.

Hilux ups the ante - yet again

The 2021 Hilux delivers more power and comfort, balanced by reduced fuel consumption and less noise.

When the 8^th generation Toyota Hilux arrived in late 2015, it was a major departure from the Hilux of old.

Alliance puts in good performance despite Covid-19

Processing technology to be installed at Alliance's Lorneville plant

Meat co-op Alliance Group announced an underlying profit of $27.4 million for 2020. Adjusted for one-off events, the annual profit result was $7.5 million before tax.

The results are in - now what?

Beef + Lamb New Zealand chairman Andrew Morrison

OPINION: Now voters have had their say, the incoming Government has some important decisions to make about farming in New Zealand.

Cow killer

OPINION: The Hound was not surprised to hear well-known end-of-the-world doom-merchant ‘Dr’ Mike Joy is still as joyless as ever about the state of NZ.

Who cares?

OPINION: Meanwhile, your canine crusader is left a little bemused about all the crowing and cooing from the media and commentators about the “amazing diversity” of Ardern’s new Cabinet.

Tough gig!

OPINION: This old mutt has a fair amount of sympathy for Ag Minister Damien O’Connor with the two associate ministers he’s landed with in the recent Cabinet selections made by PM Jacinda Ardern.