Displaying items by tag: AgResearch

Saturday, 27 February 2016 15:55

Biocontrol beetle on show

Farmers will be able to observe first-hand the impressive impact of a biocontrol agent.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 17 February 2016 08:55

NZ sheep milking prowess on display

A conferance on NZ sheep milking is being held next month at Massey University, and it's already attracting participants from around the world.

Published in General News

With the more intensive farming practices used currently there is a need to ensure optimum animal health and pasture health for long-term environmental sustainability.

Published in General News
Saturday, 06 February 2016 06:55

Big spend on land and water research

$230 million is being spent over the next 10 years to produce definitive science on how to best manage land and water in New Zealand.

Published in General News
Thursday, 04 February 2016 07:55

Help cows chill out

A cool cow in summer is a happy cow, says DairyNZ animal welfare team manager Chris Leach.

Published in Farm Health

The water quality target of the West Coast's Lake Brunner has been achieved five years ahead of schedule, says Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith.

Published in General News
Thursday, 03 December 2015 15:51

Three new million-dollar projects for AgResearch

Beef that can reduce cholesterol levels, milk that reduces the risk of allergies in children and cows' milk for the dairy-intolerant are the aims of three new AgResearch projects.

Published in General News
Saturday, 21 November 2015 16:00

Unlocking the feeding secrets of sheep

A unique trial is underway to understand more about the intricacies of sheep feeding.

Published in Farm Health
Tuesday, 17 November 2015 11:43

Has AgResearch got it right?

A former director of AgResearch, Dr Jock Allison, remains unconvinced about the validity of the AgResearch strategy that has driven changes in personnel.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 11 November 2015 17:40

Gut health focus spurs food researchers

The Asian middle classes are the target for an AgResearch-led project on gut health.

Published in General News
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