ratio of staff to cows
LIC chief executive David Chin says meeting the revised methane reduction targets will rely on practical science, smart technology, and genuine collaboration across the sector.
Published in General News
Lincoln University Dairy Farm will be tweaking some management practices after an animal welfare complaint laid in mid-August, despite the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) investigation into the complaint finding no cause for action.
Published in General News
Farm technology is an exciting frontier, and it's changing how we manage herds.
Published in Management
In 2015, the signing of a joint venture between St Peter's School, Cambridge, and Lincoln University saw the start of an exciting new chapter for Owl Farm as the first demonstration dairy farm in the North Island. Ten years on, the joint venture is still going strong.
Published in General News
In 2019, Rippon restructured its Wānaka cellar door, shifting from walk-ins to appointment-only tastings, capped at six guests per half hour.
Published in General News
Wine tourism has evolved into a sophisticated, diverse and resilient part of the New Zealand wine sector's economy. Emma Jenkins MW talks to wineries offering a warm welcome, from authentic cellar interactions to flagship premium experiences.
Published in General News
An early adopter of a 10-in-7 variable milking regime, the Lincoln University Demonstration Dairy Farm (LUDF) is tweaking the system this season in search of further boosting farm performance and profitability.
Published in Farm Health
Planning, feeding, a robust animal health programme and the right genetics are the critical factors in a successful heifer mating programme.
Published in Farm Health
The design and construction of an effective dairy effluent system is a complex process.
Published in Management
The team meeting at the Culverden Hotel was relaxed and open, despite being in the middle of calving when stress levels are at peak levels, especially in bitterly cold and wet conditions like today.
Published in Management
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