Fodder beet is an increasingly popular winter crop for beef and dairy cattle due to the large amounts of dry matter it produces.

Te Pahu farmer Noldy Rust entered a pasture competition late last year only because the organisers were looking for more entries.

A large dairy farmer turnout at a recent effluent management field day shows they want to do the right thing with the environment, says organiser Jon Palmer.

The application of Gibberellic acid, particularly in winter or spring, is a good way to produce low cost feed in a hurry, a Northland study has shown.

By 2025 the NZ dairy industry could be emitting 25% less greenhouse gases, 40% fewer pathogens and nitrogen, and earning 60-100% more profit.

The key to getting ahead in dairying, says Tangaroa Walker, is to seize every opportunity and find ways to stand out.

Rural Contractors NZ (RCNZ) is concerned about Fonterra's moves to extend the time it takes to pay contractors as part of an efficiency drive.

Federated Farmers has welcomed the Reserve Bank's decision to cut the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to 2.25%.

Many dairy farmers have been looking into the night skies for stellar inspiration.

Farm data monitoring has risen to a new level using technology that ensures compliance with a new code, says one such system supplier.