Country-Wide June/July 2023
How to achieve top maize yields
A leading United States crop scientist told delegates at February’s FAR conference in Hamilton that maize growers need to have the basic requirements of soil structure, drainage, season-long weed control and foliar disease protection right if they are to chase high yields.
The value of science
Trevor Cook calls for good, reliable science to enhance our farming systems, and says it’s a mistake to misinterpret or ignore scientific outcomes.
Fertiliser prices – what to do?
Look for the sweet spot when buying fertiliser, soil scientist Dr Doug Edmeades says.
Water scheme makes money flow
The installation of a stock water reticulation scheme on hill country has given an average return on investment of 53%.
Talking change
How would you lead the conversation? University of Canterbury researcher Franca Buelow asks.