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The new green gold?
The world avocado market is worth at least $9 billion globally and NZ Avocado is confident supply is increasing, but…Drought research looks at impacts
A Northland Regional Council scientist and her manager are investigating the differences between – and local implications of – two…Farmers in the gun from new laws
Many farmers still don’t realise how they may be affected by the new gun laws, claims Ian Brabbs, president of the…Helping to bridge the rural-urban divide
The urban rural divide is not just a New Zealand issue.» The RNG Weather Report
National
What’s your favourite plant?
Forest owners are urging people to vote for tōtara as plant of the year in a poll being conducted by…
OSPRI & deer hunters butt heads on 1080
The NZ Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) has made incorrect and misleading claims on aerial possum control operations, claims OSPRI.Alliance pays out $15.2m
Alliance Group says it has paid farmer shareholders a further $1.67 million in loyalty payments.New approach called for on lending
Banks need to take a different approach to lending to farmers, according to new Lincoln University research.Accelerator programme sprouting agritech investment
The Sprout Accelerator programme is amazing, says Powerplant founder Kevin D’Ambros-Smith.World
US milk giant goes bung
America's biggest milk producer, Dean Foods, has filed for bankruptcy and is planning to sell assets.
Fonterra’s Aussie struggles
Fonterra has told its Australian farmer suppliers that it remains committed to that market.
No luck for Irish contractors
Ireland, often a source of skilled farm machinery operators for rural contractors in New Zealand, is facing even worse driver shortages than NZ.
Fines for farm invaders
Animal rights activists entering Queensland farms without permission now face being fined.
Australia’s last dairy co-op popular
Australia's last surviving iconic dairy cooperative, Norco, says it’s getting enquiries daily from farmers wanting to supply it milk.
Opinion
Analysis of regenerative ag needed
OPINION: The groundswell supporting the restoring powers of regenerative agriculture is mostly based on examples from overseas.
Action needed now — Editorial
OPINION: Houston - or more correctly Wellington – we have a problem.Food bowl or toilet bowl?
New Zealand shouldn't become a 'toilet bowl' of trees for other countries' carbon dioxide commitments, explains John Jackson.Sensible regulations means making it work for all NZers
Two big questions exist surrounding the Government's consultations on land use and freshwater quality, explains HortNZ chief executive Mike Chapman.Zero Carbon Bill a missed opportunity!
OPINION: The Government failed to take on board common sense suggestions for the improvement of the recently passed Zero Carbon…Agribusiness
Govt approves $80m for Lincoln rebuild
Lincoln University says it is delighted that the Minister of Education has approved $80 million for new science facilities as…
NZ needs a better story
New Zealand needs to do a better job of telling its story in India, said a speaker at a New…Making it OK to ask for help
Meat processing company Alliance has started an employee support programme aimed at getting colleagues to look after each other and…Like father, like son
Competing in the livestock contests at the New Zealand Agricultural Show is not for the faint-hearted.Uncertainty causing stress and anxiety
Newly elected DairyNZ director Tracy Brown says there are more moving parts in the industry now than in the whole…Management
Farming for more and better lambs
Cold spring weather is keeping a lid on pasture and lamb growth rates, so early weaning some lamb crop may be a good option.
Beef + Lamb puts money where its mouth is
A ‘model’ sheep and beef farm in North Canterbury is away and running, its founders say.
Lights, camera, action on sheep!
Remote sensing cameras and GPS are being used by Massey University researchers to see what, if any, damage sheep cause to waterways in the hill country.
Farmer group is all action
Firing up effective farm health and safety plans is helping King Country farmers who joined a Red Meat Profit Partnership (RMPP) Action Group based around Ongarue.
Significant impact from freshwater proposals
Rabobank New Zealand believes the Government’s proposed freshwater reforms will have significant implications for New Zealand’s food and agribusiness sectors.
Farm Health
Scabby mouth a scourge, but treatable
Scabby mouth is also called contagious ecthyma, or contagious pustular dermatitis.
Keeping cows comfortable off-paddock
New regulations on caring for cows while they are off-paddock have taken effect.NAIT helps breeder manage bulls
Bull breeder Peter Maxwell manages a bull stud in central Auckland. Here's how he uses NAIT.Dairy welfare code revamped
The code of welfare for dairy cattle has been amended to address behavioural needs and off-paddock systems, says the National…NAIT keeps NZ produce tops – farmer
If you’re selling or leasing bulls this spring, understand the risks and know the animal’s history of movements and health,…Machinery & Products
Air drill offers speed and capacity
The German manufacturer Amazone claims its new Precea precision air-seeder is accurate and user-friendly even at operating speeds of up…
Another reason not to leave the cab
Trelleborg Wheel Systems and Dana Inc have jointly developed a revolutionary central tire inflation (CTIS) system for farm machines.Claas Xerion gets on track
Claas has introduced crawler tracks, Stage V engines and the next generation CEBIS operating system to its advanced technology Xerion…Big wins for New Holland
New Holland Agriculture received two accolades at the recent Agritechnica 2019 agri show -- the world’s largest -- in Hanover,…Gong for MF’s mid-range tractor
The Massey Ferguson MF 6700 S Stage V series has won the Agritechnica Machine of the Year Award in the…Motoring
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…Hilux upgrade scores well
In its first test in 2015 the eighth generation Toyota Hilux gained a 5-star ANCAP rating.Holden ups the ante with latest Colarado ute
The latest Holden Colorado Z71 comes pretty close to perfection.Yank tank makes it hard to go back
Once you go large it’s hard to go back to regular, goes the old saying.» The RNG Weather Report
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Useless
The Hound notes that one of the country’s poorest financially performing state-owned enterprises – the Government farming entity Landcorp (or…
Rural revolt
Your old mate hears that the antics of the Government – especially the NZ First component – are fuelling motivation…
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Fonterra executive resigns
A Fonterra executive has announced her resignation, nine months after joining the co-op.
Saving us from ourselves
OPINION: The Government's policy to reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions in New Zealand is working directly against the goals of…
Innovation gongs for NH
New Holland Agriculture has picked up three silver medals in the Innovation Awards at the upcoming Agritechnica, November 10 to…
Rural Life
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The impetus behind developing the Klima stripper back in 2007 was a continual lack of labour during the pruning season.
New machinery for the vineyard
Mark Daniel on what's new in machinery for the vineyard.
New Holland launches Braud 9000 series grape harvesters
New Holland Agriculture has introduced the new Braud 9000 series to its portfolio of self-propelled grape harvesters, with the 9090L…