Pitstop sees aspiring cop change course of action
The covid pandemic has seen many people change career direction – among them a Bay of Plenty farmer who had been heading for Police College when dairy called.
Minefield as agri policy hustings heat up
A minefield for industry good bodies as parties set out plans for sector.
O’Connor at summit on agri climate change
Washington DC meeting expected to be this year’s milestone event in field.
Canterbury Plains could lead the way in wheat production
Growing our own could cut GHG and water consumption.
Shenley Station takes stock to the people
Saleyard action took on a different look at some yards with single-vendor and special breed sales held at Temuka and Waipiata locations.
Student numbers rise at Lincoln University
Research is increasingly leading impactful change in the land-based industries, says VC.
Student numbers rise at Lincoln University
Research is increasingly leading impactful change in the land-based industries, says VC.
Climate change sharpens weed and pest threat
But report also highlights opportunities for a food-producing nation as crop conditions alter.
Govt spares cyclone-hit farmers potential tax liability
For taxpayers affected by the Auckland storm and the two cyclones, this could have resulted in a big tax liability.
Shenley Station takes stock to the people
Saleyard action took on a different look at some yards with single-vendor and special breed sales held at Temuka and Waipiata locations.
Reserve Bank cautions on dairy debt levels
Prudent steps to cut borrowings in recent years give some bulwark against rising rates.
Emissions expectations on the rise in South Korea
The Korean govern set to enforce carbon certification scheme in the primary sector.
New plan on table as Mainland Poultry losses mount
Egg industry hit by ‘perfect storm’ of price hikes, reg changes and supply chain challenges.
O’Connor at summit on agri climate change
Washington DC meeting expected to be this year’s milestone event in field.
Historic UK-NZ free trade pact ratified
Bonanza for meat, dairy, wine, honey and more with $3 trillion market easier to access from May 31.
National vows to go back to drawing board on policy
Luxon promises Ashburton agri regs done right and a new bridge.
Government gives clean-car discount a $100m boost
Transport minister also announces hikes to fees paid on higher-emitting vehicles.
Canterbury Plains could lead the way in wheat production
Growing our own could cut GHG and water consumption.
UC and ECan collaborate on science to support sustainability
At the heart of this collaboration is a commitment to create opportunities for more people to get involved in environmental studies and career pathways.
Lincoln farm trials a health-first approach
Lincoln University researchers are looking at a new way of farming where the health of all aspects is considered first.
Arable industry lauds OverseerFM update
New way of modelling crops will enable better representation of what is happening on farm.
Pitstop sees aspiring cop change course of action
The covid pandemic has seen many people change career direction – among them a Bay of Plenty farmer who had been heading for Police College when dairy called.
Christchurch event expecting 800 seed trade professionals
The Asian Seed Congress and its associated events are conveniently located within Canterbury – the seed hub of the country.
Blue Cliffs opens up about maximising production
Historic station matches pasture and forage types to soil and the environment.
Whiritoa Orchards shine in Ahuwhenua field day despite weather
Hundreds turn out for crucial leg in judging trophy for excellence in Māori horticulture.
Minefield as agri policy hustings heat up
A minefield for industry good bodies as parties set out plans for sector.
Coronation takes me back to my crowning triumph
A seventh form ‘A’ history student (that’s Steve Wyn-Harris) on Charlie’s big day.
Hunting cats and herding daft opinions
Alan Emerson is firmly on the side of the village encouraging kids to shoot feral cats.
We need people with skin in the game
We have no use for career board people who move on without a backward glance, says Hawke’s Bay farmer Anthea Yule