Public articles
Episode 102 – Subdivision of rural land – facts and fiction
In this episode, Phil Journeaux shares his strong thoughts on the failings of the New Zealand’s National Policy Statement (NPS) for Highly Productive Land and how the Ministry for the Environment’s ‘economically viable’ metric was flawed.
Long-term pasture persistence trial
A 10-year Lincoln University long-term pasture persistence trial (PPT), looking at different grass species, predominantly perennial ryegrass, is unique in its duration and ability to evaluate the performance of a range of grass cultivars.Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
Ryegrasses can last
The next step for summer-strong perennial ryegrass that persists is now here with Maxsyn NEA12. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
Farming is generational, co-operatives get that
LIC chair Corrigan Sowman shares his thoughts on the generational importance of co-operatives. Words Corrigan Sowman.
The mutual difference
FMG was created in 1905 when a group of farmers challenged the status quo. At the time, insurance options were limited to overseas-owned companies that didn’t understand New Zealand land, weather or farming risks. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
Beyond the boom
As arable and pastoral farming face a chemical-light future, a Swiss precision technology has AI sprayers already in use in Canterbury and Pukekohe, slashing chemical use by 80-90% and improving yields. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
Meat sector destined for private hands
Southland farmer and former New Zealand Meat Board Chairman, Jeff Grant, says the days of farmer co-operatives dominating the meat industry in New Zealand are finished. Words Tony Leggett.
Episode 101 – Hawkeye Pro: Smarter Farming
In this episode, Mike White, Chief Science Officer at Ravensdown, explains how Hawkeye Pro, the cooperative’s precision nutrient management platform, is helping New Zealand farmers apply the right nutrients in the right place at the right time. Drawing on years of research, soil science, and advanced technology, Mike outlines how Hawkeye Pro combines soil testing, remote sensing, farm-specific data, and AI to deliver measurable value while being considerate of the environment.
Episode 99 – Southland’s local government reset
In this episode, Jeremy McPhail, Chair of Environment Southland and seventh-generation Southland farmer, discusses the region’s community-led review of local government and what it could mean for the future of regional governance.
Episode 98 – On a mission
In this episode, Conan Moynihan, farm consultant at Force of Nature and host of the From the Soil Up podcast, reflects on what it means to be part of the next generation shaping New Zealand agriculture.