Protecting the bottom line when upgrading effluent storage
Upgrading existing ponds could be cheapest answer to meeting Otago effluent consents.
We have to expect the unexpected: economist
Economist Shamubeel Eaqub warns country is running out of headroom to cope with disasters.
No end in sight to farm labour pains
Ag has to work harder to recruit and retain staff, economist warns.
NAIT non-compliance not always deliberate
As farmers prepare to move cows to winter grazing, OSPRI is urging NAIT compliance to be front of mind.
Poultry biosecurity plan holds export promise
MPI moots ‘compartment’ system to raise certified disease-free chicks.
Agritourism gets its own academy
Offers online courses for farmers who want to begin an agritourism business.
GMO bananas get the green light in Aus, NZ
First genetically modified banana approved for growth in Australia and possible sale in NZ.
Land prices are still a political play ball
Property expert's view is that the current government's policy around forestry tests is still being framed and that reforms proposed by the previous government will be ignored.
Scare-bot could keep orchards bird free
Mobile robot scarecrow being trialled in cherry orchards.
Researchers seek bio weapons against pathogens
Lincoln University team to grow viruses that can kill the bacteria that harm plants and bees.