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DairyNZ is targeting a 35% reduction in bobby calf numbers by 2050 under its dairy beef opportunities programme.

AIMER is launching a pasture measurement system that fuses satellite data, smartphone measurement and a live farm model.

The venue is consented for 150 people, with 40 car parks, a 500sqm building and a 150sqm marquee.

A Kurow shearing contractor has built The Shearing Board to run staff induction, tally recording and compliance reporting for gangs.

Opportunity Party leader Quilae Wong says the intention is to shift the burden off income tax and onto property.

Michelle and Tony Roberts from Merino Downs took out the Gordon Stephenson Trophy in Christchurch last night.

Potatoes NZ says the government has shown little interest in food security following this week's vegetable industry showcase in Parliament.

Devold has set the pricing for its new four-year wool contracts by asking growers directly what it costs them to produce their wool.

Findex viticulture lead Alistair King says the cost of producing a bottle of wine has gone up about 30%, but the average price has not.

It is expected to intensify into one of the strongest events on record, raising the stakes for farmers heading into spring and summer.