Business
Farmers would be ripped off
New Zealand farmers need to focus on the big prize of agricultural emissions sequestration, not the crumbs, Terry Brosnahan writes.
When regen promise failed
A multi-award-winning Southland couple share their harrowing experience of regenerative land practices as a warning of what can go wrong. By Jill Horren.
Wool on the floor
The returns, or lack thereof, for coarse wool have been a thorn in the lamb producer’s side for years now, but Nicola Dennis says there are some good options for wool growers.
Kernel Wealth is enabling farmers to work towards long-term financial goals, like farm ownership
For many, farm ownership is the ultimate goal. Whether you're planning your pathway to that first block of land, or you're simply passionate about an agri career and want to enjoy a secure retirement, it’s important that your money is working for you today, so you can benefit tomorrow.
Focus on performance
Jo Cuttance reports on a programme crossing Merino rams and Romney ewes to lower the wool micron measure.
Back to Corriedale origins
One Romney wool fining project is using finer-woolled Corriedale rams in its breeding programme. Jo Cuttance reports. Photos by Nathn Trethowen.
How the economy will decide the election
As the world and New Zealand face inflationary turmoil, next year’s election will be about the economy. By Dr Dennis Wesselbaum.
Woolless or finer wool
Modelling shows Wiltshire-Romney cross could relieve farmers of the costly animal welfare requirement to shear coarse-wool sheep. By Jo Cuttance.
Wonderful wool coats
Inspiration for a product originating on the family farm came from standing on the cold winter sidelines of a rugby match.