Innovation
Recycled railway carriages get farmer back on track
Railway carriages repurposed for bridges for those affected by Cyclone Gabrielle last year.
The next wave of Kiwi farming innovation
Our future place in the world may be defined by the quality of the meat and milk we help others to grow, says David Eade.
Better bung buster wins No 8 accolade
From school project to a handy tool for dairy farmers.
Egg operation hatches Manawatū couple’s land plans
Skipping the middleman and taking local produce direct to customers is paying off for Scott and Emma Jimmieson.
Tech meets need for less forestry slash
The forestry industry has met the slash challenge with clever use of existing tech.
Wine’s wasted grapes become a value add
Researcher unpacks verjuice for New Zealand market.
Making room on the dairy shelf for alternatives
Existing ag production and new food technologies will in future exist side by side, says an AgResearch manager.
Europe to adapt rules for new gene tech
‘New genomic techniques’ to be governed by two protocols, one stricter than the other.
Cleaner energy for Fonterra’s Edendale site
Co-op announces plans for electrode boiler at Southland plant.
Wool Impact launches navigator tool
Aim is to connect individuals and businesses with the necessary expertise to bring innovative wool ideas to life.
A piece of Italy in North Otago
Reda, the Italian fabric manufacturers and owners of Otamatapaio Station, celebrated 30 years on the property in true Italian style last month – by throwing a party.
Community wraps around new hop-growing operation
A conversation over a pint sparked the idea for a hops farm in northern Southland. Soon the whole community was involved.
Veal initiative co-founder on the journey so far
Julia Galwey, 2020 Kellogg Scholar, talks with Bryan Gibson about Pearl Veal NZ, a new sustainable utilisation of the bobby calf resource.
Danone funds major methane research drive
Dairy company partners with Global Methane Hub to speed up research into practical solutions.
Italian government bans cultivated meat
New law also restricts the way plant-based food can label itself.
The unmeasurable moments of farming
Daniel Eb appreciates the things we stand to lose in the face of automation.
‘Video game’ app tests driver fatigue
Trucking firms are trialling an app designed to measure alertness in drivers.
Energy-friendly ammonia trials promising
Researchers make ammonia fertiliser using lasers in breakthrough process.
Tech delegation witnesses Ireland’s emissions progress
While ag in NZ dithers, ‘no one in Ireland is questioning the need to reduce emissions’, says AgriTech NZ CEO.
Hope for better possum control as genome mapped
Researchers unpack the genetic code of brushtail possum – a pest in NZ and a treasured animal in Australia.
Getting inventive about how we make food
Dr Victoria Hatton shares insights about evolving production strategies after a recent trip to Australia and the US.
Innovator boosts crop value through science
Blackcurrants latest to be plumbed for valuable compounds.
Is lab-grown meat kinder to the environment?
Claims about industry hedged with assumptions and extrapolations.
New tech to deter rural mailbox thieves
Surge in parcels being stolen from rural households’ letterboxes prompts response.
Plant-based cheese breaks down walls
Riddet scientist wins NZ leg of global pitching contest with dairy-free innovation.
New rural recycle scheme targets ‘four big plastics’
A new plan will give farmers more places to drop off their recyclable plastic for collection and help build even greater on-farm sustainability.
Kumara gelato finds cyclones’ sweet side
Damaged vegetables find new use in the hands of a culinary innovator.
Innovation is more than just a side dish
David Eade recalls a food-production lightbulb moment in the Netherlands.
Teens cast fresh eyes on farming’s future as Ag&Ed challenge kicks off
Inspiring results as Ag&Ed Innovation Challenge gets underway in Feilding.
Being EcoSmart about silage cover
A silage storage solution new to New Zealand is living up to the reputation it has earned in Europe.
Biochar may be a balm for washed-out earth
There are hopes this new approach will cut slash and feed the soil.
Vertical Farming System setup headed for Ashburton
Mechanised growing system to commence planting in September
Close gap between idea and action, town and farm
We have to recognise that New Zealanders are all in this together, Dorenda Britten says.
Insect research finds the grub in grubs
Don’t fancy biting into one? Grind it up as a food additive instead.
Closer, but no cigar on GM research rules
Scientists disappointed that latest softening of anti-GM stance doesn’t go beyond human health research.
World-first disbudding alternative developed by NZ vets
Kiwi farmers could soon have another tool to add to their animal welfare kit.
Nappies offer new life to strong wool
Fabric, clothes, carpets, bedding and upholstery come first to mind when thinking about fibre, but one of the newest uses is in hygiene, starting with nappies.
Human-bot hybrid ‘revolutionises’ milking
Called the ErgoPOD, it provides robotic-assisted milking while retaining a human presence in the shed.
Waste wool use with a strong back end
Daggy wool may have found its value once again thanks to an innovative new product.
Ravensdown launches innovation entity, Agnition
Remit is to build, grow and invest in world-leading Ag-IP and groundbreaking solutions.
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