Solutions
Dog tucker fundraiser
WORKING DOG FOOD PRODUCER Royal Canin has been supporting Will to Live for 12 months by feeding Jess The Huntaway (pictured in the logo).
Tall order for NZ wool in New York
A Kiwi company has secured an export contract to supply one of New York’s tallest skyscrapers with its wool flooring product.
Taking guesswork out of beef genetics
The selection of herd replacements in commercial beef herds has until now relied on a judgment call of phenotype, pedigree and performance. Is it an intimidating process given the influence those genetics can play in the future of the herd.
Glyphosate supply issues
The crop protection industry is closely monitoring global glyphosate supplies after Bayer was forced to call a Force Majeure event.
FTA breaks 50-year export drought
Signing of a Free Trade Agreement between New Zealand and the United Kingdom in March opened up a wealth of opportunities for this country’s beef industry, Beef + Lamb New Zealand says.
Incentive for bike safety
Safer farms is reinforcing the value of crush protection devices (CPDs) on quad bikes and urging farmers to take advantage of a cash back offer in its Control the Roll campaign.
Te Mania pulls new backing
When Thomas Grothe heard that Te Mania was looking for an investor last year, he didn’t sit on his hands. Grothe, of German descent, was keen to be part of New Zealand’s farming industry and he needed the right engine.
Vat milk a viable alternative
Animal milk replacers have become considerably more expensive this season.
Whangara Angus – A new generation
Tom Sanson and Andrew Cribb hit the ground running when they took over Whangara Angus, and it’s safe to say they haven’t stopped in the months since.
Fat focus a blunt instrument
Initial analysis of data gathered through the Informing New Zealand Beef programme (INZB) progeny test has already identified some interesting trends.