Business
Measuring ewe BCS is important
As we move into full winter mode, now is a good opportunity to prioritise feed to ewes based on body condition score. Laura McQuillan-Reese writes.
Dear Aunty Thistledown
I saw a 5 foot tall thistle heading into the Boma E tipu AgriSummit and figured it must be you.
NZ will handle global upheaval
Former diplomat and trade negotiator Tim Groser is upbeat about the red meat sector’s prospects, despite the global challenges. By Sandra Taylor.
Political answer needed
Agriculture’s industry groups need to lobby for a public discussion on farming’s contribution to atmospheric cooling, advocacy group Groundswell says. By Terry Brosnahan.
Crooks in the back blocks
Rural crime is an increasing problem as more people struggle financially and illicit drug dealing becomes more widespread, Lynda Gray reports.
Moving towards modern foods
The roadmap of NZ agri production for the next 10 years requires a huge huge pivot towards producing modern foods demanded by the world’s wealthy to support their wellness - are NZ farmers understanding of and up for the challenge? Phil Edmonds asks.
Migrants again welcome
The borders have reopened for migrant workers for the dairy industry, but they need to know what they’re doing - newbies need not apply. Story by Karen Trebilcock.
Venison schedule needs to lift
Tom Ward explains the forces behind the season’s lamb, beef and venison markets.
