Business
Managing tough times
Increasing productivity without adding costs is one of the most effective strategies for remaining profitable in tough financial times. Sandra Taylor writes.
Money better in the bank
Critics say the government would be better off selling its farming operation, Landcorp. By Terry Brosnahan and Glenys Christian.
A bit of Irish biffo
Billboards in the Republic of Ireland are highlighting a big boxing match coming to town that is set to be quite controversial for the country’s livestock industry.
More in the tank to boost production
Tim and Binds White have knocked over a big prize by winning this year’s Keinzley Ag Wairarapa Sheep & Beef Farm Business of the Year Award.
Measuring inflation is no easy task
Dr Dennis Wesselbaum outlines how inflation is measured, its value, its flaws and ideas for better accuracy.
Looking for hidden kilos and dollars
Hill country farmers need to remember their main job is to cost effectively turn grass into saleable beef.
Where are all the leaders?
New Zealand lacks good leaders, and while leadership courses are plentiful, Jacqueline Rowarth finds they are not created equal.
Trio of awards for Dairy Industry Share Farmers of the Year
The theme of the farming community supporting each other was one echoed by many of the finalists at the New Zealand Dairy Industry Award in Auckland on Saturday, May 13. By Claire Ashton.
Selecting genes to reduce methane
Massey University’s Dorian Garrick says genetics could play a part in reducing methane emissions in livestock, but it’s a complex and pricey process.