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Tough time on farm for many
Under pressure from drought and COVID-19, Woodville dairy farmer Ben Allomes says: ‘we can’t shut our doors and just walk…Nerve-racking week for Feds’ boss
Federated Farmers president Katie Milne has described the first week on COVID-19 lockdown as “good but nerve racking”.Rural GPs feel the impact
Many doctors in rural parts of NZ are facing a cash-flow crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic.LIC shareholders torpedo Afimilk deal
A LIC board proposal to buy a 50% stake in Israeli agri tech company Afimilk has been knocked back by…National
COVID-19: Rural broadband customers stiffed?
All three big telcos – Vodafone, Spark and 2degrees – are offering 24/7 unlimited data for urban broadband users in…
COVID-19: Proactivity praised
Primary food production is in business. But it’s not business as usual – as we used to know it.Beef+Lamb AGM now online
Beef + Lamb New Zealand Ltd (B+LNZ) says it will now be holding its annual meeting online, via a livestream,…Rural sector vital to recovery, despite confidence dip
COVID-19 is negatively impacting New Zealand’s rural sector confidence.New Farmax chairman
Andrew MacPherson has been appointed as the new chairman of Farmax.World
COVID-19 threatening global food security — UN
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is urging leaders from G20 countries to take measures to keep global food systems working well.
Aussie flock hits 116 year low
Prolonged dry conditions in rural Australia are taking a toll on its national sheep flock.
Farmers flock to YouTube to make money
A trend is emerging of farmers posting on YouTube to make money — but just how worthwhile are the returns?
UK records first ever trade surplus for dairy
The UK has recorded its first trade surplus for dairy.
Coronavirus cuts short massive agricultural show
The last day of an agricultural show which saw more than half a million visitors had to be cancelled due to Covid-19.
Opinion
Don’t let fear overcome you
Farmer's Chaplain, Colin Miller on overcoming fear during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tightened US rules an opportunity
OPINION: The updated US Department of Agriculture (USDA) rule for “grass-fed” or “pasture-fed” milk or meat is very restrictive.Proper water strategy vital
A long-term strategy is required for water storage, explains Todd Muller, National’s agriculture spokesman.Still the bedrock — Editorial
Amidst the coronavirus upheaval, one thing is certain – agriculture will see our economy through.COVID-19: We’ve got this!
OPINION: Amidst the coronavirus upheaval, one thing is certain – agriculture will see the NZ economy through.Agribusiness
NZ agritech builds relationships
Building relationships with other Kiwi agtech leaders and innovators was a surprising outcome for some attending the high-profile evokeAG event…
A rock to both the NZ and Moroccan economies
New Zealand farmers probably do not realise the contribution they are making to the economic and community life of people…Markets and trends: holding our breath
Rabobank's outlook for New Zealand's dairy, beef, sheepmeat, and horticulture sectors.Pioneer grain and seed man passes
Well-known South Canterbury farmer, businessman and philanthropist Alan Annett passed away in January.Beef group aims to be big player
New Zealand farmers stand out for their willingness to innovate, says the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef executive director, Ruaraidh…Management
Energy farm to trial zero carbon solutions
Lincoln University has unveiled plans for what is expected to be a globally-unique Energy Demonstration Farm to help the primary sector meet its future zero-carbon obligations.
Portion control key when it comes to fodder beet
Fodder beet can be a key part of your farm’s feed regime, but restrict its usage, says DairyNZ.
Demand for better water quality grows
Public attitudes on environmental issues are driving policy, according to the director of the Farmed Landscapes Research Centre (FLRC) at Massey University.
Biocontrol options explored for nassella tussock
Scientists are calling on farmers to help in the quest for the biological control of the noxious weed, nassella tussock.
Records kept up-to-date — Interview
Marlborough deer farmer Justin Stevens has the records of all his deer dating back to 2016.
Farm Health
Treat milk area like a kitchen
Strict hygiene standards on dairy farms will be an important part of long-term export market protection, say award-winning Waikato farmers…
Controlling and managing flystrike
During the past three decades, there has been a marked shift from saturation, to low-volume dipping methods.No magic bullet to fly control
There is no “one-size fits all” approach when it comes to effective prevention and treatment of flystrike.Ensuring cows are ok to transport
What you need to know about transporting cull cows.Be on the lookout for summer’s scourge
Warm summer temperatures bring with them the heightened risk of the production-limiting disease Facial Eczema (FE).Machinery & Products
Cab with a view
KUHN's VISIOSPACE cab offers the largest window surface area and best field of vision on the market.
Motorbike servicing still available
The country might be in lockdown, but farmers and essential farm services are working as hard as ever to keep…New John Deere sprayers for 2020
John Deere has launched its next generation of self-propelled sprayers.Are quads on the way out?
Over the ditch, it sounds as if the death knell for quads is sounding.A trailer for every situation
Set up in early 2019, Fliegl New Zealand has ambitious plans, to build on the work done by previous importers.Motoring
The last of the Sports Cats
The launch of the Series 2 HSV SportsCat was an endorsement of the risky decision to take the performance brand…
Holden to bite the dust
A few weeks ago, it told us – with a poker face – that utes and SUVs were the future.Workhorse gets makeover
Like many of Toyota’s product ranges, the Hiace series has a history that dates back five decades.Navara’s mid-life make over
Midway through its product life cycle the Nissan Navara has had a cosmetic makeover and some upgraded technology.New wagon a little different
Subaru's latest SUV offering fills a need for drivers looking for something smaller and a little more potent than your…» The RNG Weather Report
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Deafening silence
Your old mate reckons it’s incredible how people’s attitudes have changed since the COVID-19 crisis hit us.
Celibate times
A mate of the Hound’s reckons the COVID lockdown must be getting serious when we are being told not to…
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