Business
Will consumers pay more?
Shanghai-based Kiwi trader Hunter McGregor challenges the assumption that Chinese consumers are willing to pay more for New Zealand grass-fed beef and lamb.
Don’t point the finger at farmers
Farmers should not focus on the negative but sort out some red flags for the industry. Glenys Christian reports.
Making good decisions
In management, not every decision will be a winner, but we aim to have few that are detrimental, Kerry Dwyer writes.
Bang for your fert buck
Soaring fertiliser costs in the wake of international events is under focus for hill country farmers, Tom Ward writes.
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.