Top 6 Megatrends of 2026

It’s never been more important to have eyes to the future, looking for signals ahead to what might be coming rather than looking in the rear-vision mirror.…


Planting Seeds of Confidence

As a Big Buddy, Mark Withers is inspiring the next generation of farmers after a powerful bond was established through the programme with Kobi – proving that…


Springboard Your Irrigation Season

Spring can be a mixed bag of weather but ideal for preparation to reset, rethink, and retool your irrigation strategy. Words Kathryn Healy.


Iwi-to-Village Connections

Five Fijian ratus (chiefs) recently attended a special ceremony in Matapihi to celebrate the Ngāi Tukairangi Trust relationship with their villages’ Recognised…


Welfare Code Will Include Cow Wearables

As new wearable technologies for animals have surged in popularity, specific advice on the use of them within the dairy sector are to be included in an…


Drench Failure Warning Signs

Ginny Dodunski, Wormwise Programme Manager warns dairy and beef cattle farmers to move faster to avoid a repeat of the drench failure catastrophe seen in lamb…


Beef Finishing Transforms Hill-Country Farm

Setting up cell grazing systems on their Te Pahu hill-country farm has transformed more than just Heather Gilbert and Elliot Kent’s bottom line. Words Sandra…


Feed Planning for Lamb Success

Spring is a critical time – pasture growth accelerates, and stock performance can soar if managed well. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.


Expand Their Horizons

It’s not new that farmers learn best from other farmers, particularly small groups that meet regularly. Is it time to expand your knowledge in a key area by…


Smarter Planning = Performance

Spring is a season of opportunity – but to make the most of it, proactive planning and sharp execution are essential. This is the critical window to set up…