Business
Checking intra-muscular fat on the chain
Meat companies are testing equipment that can gauge intramuscular fat in carcases immediately after slaughter. Tony Leggett reports.
Lincoln University opens new building
Opening of a major new building is a sign of recovery for Lincoln University, Anne Lee writes.
Sourcing the funds
When banks won’t lend, it’s the place of other institutions to step in. By Phil Edmonds.
Schools reject synthetic carpet
Rural schools putting their foot down when it comes to synthetic carpets and backing their communities by choosing wool carpet will have a helping hand from carpet manufacturer, Bremworth.
Joining the wool movement
Inspiring our bodies to move and igniting discussion about moving from synthetic to wool fibres, Move to Wool Movement Mat is one of many innovative small Kiwi businesses advocating for the future of strong wool. By Rebecca Greaves.
Rock star status for strong wool
The story of wool is easy to tell. Wool is a just a haircut. It’s sustainable, natural and biodegradable, so it ticks many boxes. By Tony Leggett.
Prices improve at early season sales
Good quality and stronger prices have marked recent wool sales, Tony Leggett reports.
Wool diversification
When Hayden and Anastasia Tristram met as medics in the army, they never imagined themselves farming, but the pull of returning to Hayden’s family farm at Wanstead eventually won out. Four years in, they are developing products to increase the value of their strong wool. By Rebecca Greaves.
Sub-continent opportunities
A recent trade mission visited India, now the world’s most-populous country, and a booming economy. By Glenys Christian.
Aussie farmers pay skin disposal fee
Stock agents have confirmed Australian processors have been charging 50 cents to $1 for skins of no commercial value for several months, and up to $5 in one case reported to Australian online sheep and wool website Sheep Central.










