Hawke's Bay teen helps rural families access affordable school uniforms
Hawke's Bay teenage entrepreneur Hugo Moffett is helping the rural community access cheaper school uniforms, all without leaving their homes.
Three more herds are infected with tuberculosis (TB) in Hawke’s Bay, OSPRI announced today.
OSPRI says individual animals in three herds previously under investigation are now confirmed as infected.
There are now eight beef and three dairy herds infected.
Two additional herds are also now under investigation, with DNA strain-typing and movement assessments underway.
Investigations into two other herds reported last week have now closed. There are now ten herds being investigated.
A total of 53,449 animals have been tested since 1 November 2019. Just one herd has been cleared of the infection.
15 pre-movement tests completed, a further 24 pre-movement tests have been allocated to AsureQuality.
For infected herds, two clear, whole herd tests six months apart are required to achieve clear status
For more information go to www.ospri.co.nz/hawkes-bay
Commercial fruit and vegetable growers are being encouraged to cast their votes in the Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) board directors' election.
A unique discovery by a Palmerston North science company, Biolumic, looks set to revolutionise the value and potential of ryegrass and the secret is the application of ultraviolet (UV) light.
A New Zealand company is redefining the global collagen game by turning New Zealand sheepskin into a world-class health product.
With further extreme weather on the way, ANZ Bank is encouraging farmers and business owners impacted by the recent extreme weather and flooding to seek support if they need it.
New Zealand must continue to educate Chinese consumers about the unique qualities of its red meat products and how they differ from competitors, says Silver Fern Farms chief executive Dan Boulton.
There are opportunities outside the farmgate for young farmers to further develop their skills, says 2025 Primary Industries Emerging Leader Award winner Bridie Virbickas.