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Low methane livestock a reality
AgResearch scientists' work to successfully breed low methane emitting sheep has the potential to help all NZ livestock farmers lower…Listen to the land
Sir Ian Taylor may be a pioneer in technology and animation, but it is from the past he draws his…Maori punching above their weight
Meka Whaitiri says Māori agribusiness is yet to realise its full potential.Rising costs cutting into farm profits
Farm costs are rising rapidly and farmers are being urged to manage cows, staff and finance efficiently to stay profitable.National
Young farmer outstanding in her field
Katie Watson reckons she has always been a bit of an animal mad person. Sharon Cain reports.
Hort heads for new heights
Pretty impressive - that's how Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor describes MPI's latest prediction that horticulture exports will hit the record…How long will the good times last?
The ambitious goals of each of the primary sectors have come together in the past year to produce an outstanding…Vaccination critical - MPI boss
Vaccination against Covid-19 is absolutely critical to the success of the whole primary sector.1500 workers within six months!
Dairy farmers say they urgently need 1,500 overseas workers within the next six months.World
Australian trucking industry has the blues
The Australian Trucking Association is flashing its headlights to warn of a worsening situation with supplies of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) throughout the country.
Making agrifood systems more resilient to shocks
According to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), without proper preparation unpredictable shocks will continue to undermine agrifood systems.
Still waiting
British and New Zealand trade negotiators are burning the midnight oil in a bid to get a free trade agreement between the two countries.
UK FTA hits crucial period
What happens in the next few weeks will be critical for New Zealand to secure a free trade agreement (FTA) with the UK.
NZ and Ireland farming's GHG battle
A top climate change policy advisor to the Irish government says Ireland and New Zealand should become close allies to combat the negative narrative against the dairy industry. Peter Burke reports.
Opinion
China's energy restrictions will strain supply
OPINION: The global market will be caught in the crossfire of China's measures to reduce its environmental footprint, with ambitious…
Time to do the math!
OPINION: Confusion abounds in the discussion about agricultural greenhouse gases (GHG) and misinformation is rife.Editorial: Not just hot air!
OPINION: Over the next couple of months, farmers will be invited to have their say on He Waka Eke Noa…Editorial: Stronger advocacy!
OPINION: As 2021 draws to a close, most farmers will be looking forward to it ending and hoping for better…Emissions proposals out for consultation
OPINION: The He Waka Eka Noa partners - including Beef + Lamb NZ - have developed two emissions pricing options…Agribusiness
AACo partners with Zanda McDonald Award
The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) have signed on to partner with the prestigious Zanda McDonald Award.
Farming options abound
The world is the oyster of those who choose to be part of an industry that contributes to the most…Fert prices up, again!
The country's two largest fertiliser traders have increased prices, for the second time in as many months.Fonterra proposal a good move
Making a change to any businesses is difficult.Slow start to new season
Dairy Supply pressures are continuing to provide support to commodity prices.Management
Listen to the land
Sir Ian Taylor may be a pioneer in technology and animation, but it is from the past he draws his strength and innovation.
Planting to feed the bees
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) have released a handbook offering guidance on how to plant strategically to feed bees.
ESAI supercharges replanting project on organic farm
Organic farmers Dominique Schacherer and Logan Kerr have started to create their dream of regenerating part(s) of the Irwell River thanks to a chance meeting with Ellesmere Sustainable Agriculture Inc (ESAI) chairman Tim Chamberlain.
Earthworms improve soil health
Earthworms improve the general condition of farming soils, reduce surface runoff of contaminants from pasture and prevent soil erosion.
Mapping hill country management
New tools being developed through one of the Hill Country Futures programme aims to help farmers better manage sustainability and production across diverse landscapes within their farms.
Farm Health
90% compliance
MPI says its push on NAIT compliance is paying off with almost 90% of livestock farmers meeting their obligations in…
No crutching, dags or flies
Continuing poor returns for crossbred wool coupled with the emergence of triple drench resistance is driving an increasing number of…Low methane livestock a reality
AgResearch scientists' work to successfully breed low methane emitting sheep has the potential to help all NZ livestock farmers lower…It's time to keep an eye out for FE in your herd
Facial eczema (FE) is a disease which causes lowered production, skin irritation and peeling and sometimes death.Checking makes 'udder' sense
Around 5% of ewes in New Zealand have problems with their udders (udder defects).Machinery & Products
Look ma - no hands!
Although this month's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas is usually associated with the "geek brigade", global manufacturer John…
Telehandler range gets a lift
Kramer has introduced a further two models to its telehandler range – the mini KT144 and the medium-sized KT3610.Extra baler should lift output, if the weather gods allow
Contracting over a vast area from its Mangawhai base, Hilltop Harvesting’s beat covers Whangarei to the north, Silverdale to the…New Pumas on the prowl for 2022
Case IH's Puma tractor range will see several new features for 2022.New spray technology is spot on
The Dutch selfpropelled sprayer manufacturer Agrifac already has an impressive product portfolio.Motoring
Safari on a Trek to NZ
Exclusive to the New Zealand market and available in limited supply, the Suzuki Jimny Safari adds to an already versatile…
Updated Navara ute bolder and more refined
The most obvious change to the updated Nissan Navara is the bold, almost American, styling.Warlock offers a touch of magic
Having previously reviewed the RAM 1500 in 2020, we recently took the chance to get behind the wheel of the…Outback now in its 25th year
Now in its 25th year, and sixth edition, the 2021 Subaru’s Outback wagon was recently launched in New Zealand.Strewth mate... it's a shocker!
Over the ditch in Australia, Toyota utes and trucks are the workhorses of the country’s economy.» Latest Print Issues Online
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Woof, woof!
OPINION: This old mutt has been pointing out forever just what a dog with fleas - as both a business…
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OPINION: Your canine crusader wants to know just what drugs the politicians and bureaucrats are on in Wellington.
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Planning key to combat higher costs
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