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Hazards highlighted with drought forecast tool
A new drought forecasting tool will help farmers make timely decisions which could bring financial and emotional benefits. Elaine Fisher reports.
Data driving decisions
Science, data, modelling and software will be pivotal to meeting the challenges New Zealand faces in order to keep producing the best food in the world.
Facing the squeeze
Despite recent market recoveries, many farmers could benefit from more independent scrutiny of their plans, Phil Edmonds writes.
Keeping staff morale over calving
Happy, healthy calves have made for a happy Jess Lea, the calf-rearer.
Breeding beef in the dairy
Pamu is now rearing more than 50% of its calves born on the dairy farms, with a target to get to 75% in the next three years, and 100% by 2030.
But, what does it cost?
A group of 15 farms across the country are focusing on lower ‘per-unit’ cost of production with a view to helping identify where farmers may minimise impacts of lower payouts, Anne-Marie Wells writes.
Where’s the sun?
t satisfied with a dull, wet spring, the weather gods delivered more than 100mm of rain in 24 hours, Anieka Templer writes.
Data and insights farmers can afford
Available in ear tag and collar options, Tru-Test Active Tag delivers improved farm efficiency and maximises labour savings, reducing stress for you and your cows.
Protecting against a new strain of leptospirosis
A new strain of leptospirosis has significant health implications for anyone working closely with dairy cows.