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Time to bridge the digital gap between rural and urban - FAO
The director-general of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) says the UN has a role to…ASB and Pāmu partner to future-proof businesses
ASB and Pāmu are joining forces with a new Sustainable Progress Initiatives programme designed to accelerate industry-good projects with social…Helping keep a spring in dairy farmers' steps
As calving season approaches, so too does the increased risk of sprain and strain injuries for dairy farmers.Politicians, farmers butt heads, raising $300k
When farmers and politicians clash, good things can also happen.National
Research highlights struggle for good health outcomes in rural areas
According to Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network’s Rural Health New Zealand Snapshot 2024, those in rural areas have poorer health…
Farmers back ‘gold standard’ regulations for livestock exports
Federated Farmers want to see the return of cattle exports but insists that animal welfare and New Zealand’s international reputation…Farmers win changes to migrant worker visa regulations
Farmers are claiming a victory in their fight against new Accredited Employment Work Visa (AEWV) changes announced by the Government…2024 FMG Region-off season launched
The 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year Region-off is underway.Farmers, politicians ready for sports fundraiser
Farmers and politicians will battle it out at Gisborne this Saturday – on a sports field and all in the…World
Time to bridge the digital gap between rural and urban - FAO
The director-general of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) says the UN has a role to play in leveraging the power of digital technologies.
Election most important for British farming - NFU
As Britain heads to the polls on 4 July, the UK’s National Farmer’s Union (NFU) has come out in full force, saying the election will be the most important in a generation for British farming.
Benefits of EU trade deal
The European Union Ambassador says the new free trade agreement (FTA) between the bloc and New Zealand will bring significant benefits to both parties.
World food prices dip - FAO
In December, world food prices dipped for a ninth consecutive month, according to recent data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
Trans-Tasman ag ministers zoom in on biosecurity
When New Zealand’s Agriculture, Biosecurity and Rural Communities Minister Damien O’Connor met with his new Australian counterpart yesterday, the subject of biosecurity was top of their agenda.
Opinion
What's needed to improve rural connectivity?
With the copper network being phased out within the decade, New Zealand needs a long-term approach to ensure rural Kiwis…
Editorial: Rural banking probe overdue
OPINION: If ever there was a need to look at rural bank lending, then this is it.Market-led solution for emissions
OPINION: Thanks to the much-needed review of the methane science being announced, the topic of agricultural emissions is back in…Taking time out for some R&R
OPINION: Quite recently I had an interesting chat with one of our local business owners. They run a garage and…Editorial: Farm salaries get a boost
OPINION: The recent Federated Farmers / Rabobank 2024 Farming Salaries Report revealed strong growth in farm salaries over the past…Agribusiness
ASB and Pāmu partner to future-proof businesses
ASB and Pāmu are joining forces with a new Sustainable Progress Initiatives programme designed to accelerate industry-good projects with social…
Finalists named for Primary Industries awards
One of the country’s top trade officials, a respected farmer and orchardist and a radio presenter are in the running…Six-way battle for two Farmlands board seats
Voting is underway for Farmlands director elections with six candidates vying for two vacant positions.Sluggish demand remains a key drive of dairy prices
DairyApprenticeship scheme to grow new generation of farmers
Nine lucky school leavers passionate about farming will join Pamu for a two-year journey into agriculture, living and working at…Management
'Stand stock' before Moving Day
Southern dairy farmers are being reminded to undertake best practices to safeguard water quality and transport safety when the annual stock Moving Day begins shortly.
Maori kiwifruit operation bounces back
The chair of the largest Māori kiwifruit growing operation in NZ, Ratahi Cross, says his organisation is on the mend a year on from its Hawke's Bay operation being severely damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Viability of farming questioned
People are starting to question the viability of sheep and beef farming as profitability in that sector falls to one of its all-time lows, according to Federated Farmers board member and Gisborne sheep and beef farm, Toby Williams.
High level of herbicide resistance
A five-year randomised survey of herbicide resistance on New Zealand arable farms has found widespread high levels of resistance - with 71% of farms affected in the worst-hit region - South Canterbury.
Deer industry tackling integrated farm planning
Making things simpler, not harder, for deer farmers in farm planning and coping with regulations is Deer Industry New Zealand (DINZ) industry capability manager John Ladley’s current focus.
Farm Health
Illustrious lives up to his name
An elite Holstein Friesian bull, Farside M Illustrious S3F, has been inducted into the "Hall of Fame", an honour exclusively…
Greater uptake of genetic tools among bull breeders
More bull breeders are using genetic tools according to the latest research.Women 'dominate vet profession'
Females are dominating the veterinary profession worldwide and many farmers are welcoming this change in the composition of the profession,…16 commercial beef farmers join genetics programme
Another 16 commercial beef farmers have been selected to take part in the Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) programme designed…Helping heifers grow
Dairy farmers can easily track the performance of their replacement heifers and ensure they reach their genetic potential.Machinery & Products
More horsepower for Puma
Case IH's introduction of AFS Connect, an option for its high horsepower tractor ranges, has now been rolled out across…
EU tractor sales hit the brakes
According to numbers sourced from national authorities, 151,800 tractors were registered across Europe in 2023, of which 26,200 tractors (17%)…Partnership to boost Horsch sales, service in North Island
Carrfields has launched a new partnership with Waikato-based Piako Tractors, where the latter will become the exclusive retailer and service…Vapormatic joins JD's parts range
John Deere has expanded its repair and replacement part offerings, with the Vapormatic brand officially added to its range of…GPS in control
In a move that will make harvesting operations easier, particularly in odd-shaped paddocks, Kuhn has announced that GPS section control…Motoring
Big tick for a big truck
Electric cars and big American trucks can both bring a little anxiety, but for different reasons.
RAM hits 20K!
In a market dominated by utes, Ram Trucks Australia has just put the finishing touches on its 20,000th right-hand drive…Fastest, most powerful Ram
RAM distributor Ateco has always made the point that they sell trucks that eat Utes for breakfast.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.» Latest Print Issues Online
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True colours
OPINION: The watermelon party (AKA the Greens) try to portray themselves as an upright, self-righteous, caring bunch of woke, bicycle-riding…
Peace at last?
OPINION: Good news for hunters as Forest & Bird have "paused" legal action against the Fiordland Wapiti Foundation and agreed…
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