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Yard weaning benefits growth rates and calf health
As calf weaning gets underway, Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is encouraging farmers to consider yard weaning as a way to get calves off to a great start. Words Sandra Taylor.
Overwhelmed? Drop an anchor
Kathryn Wright, a registered counsellor, guides us through the ‘dropping anchor’ exercise; a technique to help deal with times of overwhelm. Words Kathryn Wright.
Positioned for options
Through a century of challenges, including droughts, floods, wars, economic upheavals and shifting consumer tastes, the Webb family has steadfastly remained on their orchard near Cromwell. For them to continue to grow fruit in the same location they face a new generation of challenges including urban sprawl and succession. Words & photos Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
One farm, many futures
The Street family demonstrate how their farm is part of an inter-generational portfolio, future-proofed through diversification. Their story inspires how succession by growing rather than dividing an asset base can be done. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp, photos Stephen Barker.
Who is investing in NZ Horticulture?
New Zealand-funded investment in horticulture has been on the rise. Off-shore capital will be needed though to reach big export growth goals. Words Andrew Watters.
No flowers for your neighbours please
As growers move from blocks near urban centres to the plains, Seed & Grain NZ highlights the rising challenge of “neighbouring” crops. With market gardeners and seed growers now operating side-by-side, collaborative management is vital to safeguard seed quality for everyone involved. Words Seed & Grain NZ.
New Zealand dairy’s strong co-operative foundation
The co-operative model has remained at the heart of the dairy sector with Fonterra the envy of the world’s dairy farmers. While it hasn’t always been plain sailing and other operating structures vie for milk supply, the co-operative ethos has prevailed. Words Anne Lee
Skin in the game
New Zealand farmers have a long-held fascination with sharing the ownership of a business that services their needs. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
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Strength in purpose
Nicola Shadbolt is a director of FMG, LIC, CoopBusinessNZ and IFAMA. She is also a Professor of Farm and Agribusiness Management alongside her involvement in three farming and forestry ventures and shares her views on the value of the co-operative model. Words Nicola Shadbolt.
Reaching for the stars
In Graeme Murray’s world, things are extraordinary, remarkable, amazing. In Graeme’s world, miracles happen. Words Carly Thomas, Photos Francine Boer.