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A recent round of countrywide roadshows, organised by the Rural Contractors of New Zealand (RCNZ), set out to brief members on the challenges that lie ahead in these volatile times – as well as discuss strategies to deal with these issues.

Kverneland has recently announced several upgrades for its iXtrack T4 trailed sprayer range – including a clever a 24/36m dual format, steel boom, 25cm nozzle distance and the next generation boom height control system.

Claas has announced several improvements for all 2023-delivery Lexion 8000/7000 harvesters.

As the calving season progresses, Palmerston North-based Stallion has introduced a mid-size mobile calf feeder that will be well received by New Zealand calf rearers who are fed up with carrying endless buckets.

French manufacturer Kuhn has released details of its new self-propelled, autonomous diet feeder capable of feeding 280 cows, after heading to the clamp then loading and mixing up to three cubic metres of ingredients.

Peter Scheres, alongside son in law Aaron Pascoe and his wife Kate, operates Twin Oaks, near Lichfield in the Waikato. The property of 115ha runs 420 cows, delivering around 270,000 kgMS per annum under a System 5 operation.

Made in New Zealand looks at the wealth of design and manufacturing ability we have in the country, producing productive and cost-effective products for the agricultural sector.

There would be many farmers who cringe at the thought of pulling silage wrap off bales on a cold, miserable winter morning.

With low unemployment rates, businesses are reporting ongoing issues with filling vacancies and recruiting new talent.

Recently launched into the Australian and New Zealand markets, the new Massey Ferguson 7S Series tractors comprises six models offering maximum power outputs from 145hp to 210hp.