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Northland farmers count the costs
Northland farmers are starting to count the cost of one of the most severe droughts to hit the region as…Times will get better for deer sector
While the deer industry faces several challenges in the short term, there will be a strong rebound in New Zealand…Book puts farming at centre of NZ’s story
Brian Easton says his new book could not ignore farming’s contribution to the history of NZ.Time meat fought back against fake claims
People should be able to eat red meat and not feel guilty about it, according to Beef+Lamb NZ chief executive…National
Delays ruled out on water reforms
Delaying the introduction of new water reforms was not an option according to the two cabinet Ministers directly involved –…
$700m for freshwater clean up
The Government has announced a $700 million fund to support the primary sector and other groups in meeting new clean…Two-year milestone for M. bovis
It’s been two years since NZ decided to eradicate Mycoplasma bovis.Farmers feeling less bank pressure — survey
Farmers are feeling slightly more satisfied and under less pressure from their banks, according to a new survey.Bennett new National ag spokesman
Hamilton East MP David Bennett has been appointed National’s new agriculture spokesman.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
Govt's snubbing of Feds short-sighted — Editorial
OPINION: Petty and small-minded is the only way to describe the continued snubbing of Federated Farmers in regard to the…
COVID-19: Trusting business to work
National’s agriculture spokesman, Todd Muller on the role the Government needs to play for agriculture businesses.RA 20 virus danger to NZ farming
OPINION: There is another pandemic sweeping the nation.Leading the way — Editorial
OPINION: If any good can come out of the current COVID-19 crisis it will be greater acknowledgement of the importance…COVID-19: Farming continues while pollution falls
Dr Jacqueline Rowarth on how the agriculture and horticulture sectors are supporting New Zealand through the COVID-19 pandemic.Agribusiness
Times will get better for deer sector
While the deer industry faces several challenges in the short term, there will be a strong rebound in New Zealand…
Lockdown won’t stop learning at Massey
Despite the COVID-19 lockdown, staff at Massey University are busy preparing for the next semester – which will involve a…Meat industry stalwart signs off
A man who has spent more than 40 years in the meat industry says the best thing that happened to…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…Management
Monitoring trace elements key to sheep health
Assessing the trace element status of a flock should be part of your animal health programme.
Maize stubble fills feed gap
In a normal season, maize stubble wouldn’t be required as a feed on dairy farms.
Northland farmers count the costs
Northland farmers are starting to count the cost of one of the most severe droughts to hit the region as the cost of feed and lower prices for stock are the order of the day.
History of dairy goats in NZ
Goats have been used for milk production for at least 9,000 years, but in New Zealand dairy goats are a relatively recent introduction.
Former All Black backs down-to-earth rural internet provider
With the COVID-19 lockdown placing even greater emphasis on the need for reliable internet networks, a former All Black is working to keep New Zealand’s rural folk connected.
Farm Health
Better M. bovis test on the cards
A small, Auckland research firm is developing a more sensitive test for Mycoplasma bovis.
Re-consider pre-lamb shearing
Farmers are being urged to consider delaying pre-lamb shearing this winter as feed resources in many parts of the country…Breeding hoggets can improve ewe performance
Breeding hoggets at eight months of age can improve a ewe’s lifetime productivity.Getting hoggets ready for breeding
While breeding hoggets can potentially increase the number of lambs weaned and income – it needs to be well managed…High risk for parasites and fly strike
Extreme weather conditions are increasing the twin risks of internal parasites and fly strike on sheep.Machinery & Products
New KUHN precision drill range launched
KUHN has launched a new range of precision seed drills in the shape of the Maxima 3 series.
TAMA calls for Govt help
The Tractor and Farm Machinery Association (TAMA) is calling on the Government to take urgent measures to help its sector…She’s now top of the Claas!
CLAAS was always a family company and a recent change at the top sees that continue.Kubota extends front end loader range
The range of Kubota MGX front-end loaders has been extended with the arrival of two mechanical self-levelling units.App eliminates tedious paperwork
A clever new app called HarvestYield is said to eliminate the tedious paper trail associated with job recording and worker…Motoring
Electric ute a breath of fresh air
Based on the Toyota Landcruiser 70, the all-electirc ZED 70 is engineered for harsh climates.
Roomy RAM offers V8 power
Having arrived in New Zealand in 2019, the journey for the RAM 1500 continues in 2020 with the introduction of…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.» The RNG Weather Report
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Dirty water
The Hound understands that Federated Farmers has been cut out of the information loop, for the past year, on the…
Who’s paying?
Your canine crusader noticed a full-page ad recently run in a farming paper calling on meat companies SFF and Alliance…
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