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Usually an opinion piece written by someone who is not a regular contributor. December 7, 2023
Going back to native bush for a better bottom line
A newly released guide aims to help farmers turn poor-performing land into ngahere (native bush), cutting the cost from $20,000/ha to as low as $3000/ha.
December 6, 2023
A recap after shearing my way around the world
Two-time world champion speed-shearer Jack Fagan shares his reflections after six months of wielding the shears internationally.
December 6, 2023
Project looks at Agroforestry benefits in Canterbury plains
New research is looking at the benefits of planting trees in paddock corners outside the reach of irrigation pivots on dairy systems.
December 5, 2023
Gabrielle has brought new urgency to HB water planning
Dam on the Makaroro River would be useful in flood and fire, says Tim Gilbertson.
December 5, 2023
Dairy dilemma on the slopes of a soggy icon
A new project offers help as picturesque Taranaki region’s water challenges come to a head on scores of farms.
November 30, 2023
An industry that’s still living in the 1950s
Not a lot has changed in the woolshed in the past seven or so decades, with little to no investment in research, development or education in wool, says David Scobie.
November 29, 2023
The way we come together is by listening
To effectively navigate the times ahead we need to listen more, says Aimee Blake.
November 28, 2023
Big picture thinking to the rescue
The driving force behind the Fairlight Foundation shares why fear was the catalyst to chasing her dreams.
November 20, 2023
Cool, wet spring fading as weather tends dry
Phil Duncan’s Spidey senses have been warning him about the drier pattern that is now emerging.
November 14, 2023
The changing face of North Island hill country
Large-scale land use change is underway – and a farmer’s best strategy is to stay informed, says Andrew Watters of MyFarm.