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- NewsApply for Next Generation Sheep Farmer Programme including Australia trip …
- Previous research has shown that sowing a catch crop can reduce nitrate leaching losses by as much as 40%, as well as improving nitrogen use efficiency and farmers’ profitability. This project aimed to upscale this previous applied research into working winter crop rotations in Canterbury and Southland and adapt it to the various soil and climatic conditions. … Background The use of catch crops is recognised as a potential tool to help reduce farmers’ nitrate leaching losses but without good …
- A proud catchment community working together for a thriving natural environment. As at October 2019 we are still in the intial stages of setting up a catchment group. We have a tight knit and active community of predominately sheep and beef farmers, with a small ampount of dairy support, cash cropping and lifestyle farms. We also have a village and beach community, all of whom are involved in our group. Our catchment is made up of predominately clay based soils and our biggest challenges are …
- Drench resistance in sheep parasites is a growing issue in New Zealand, affecting productivity and increasing costs for farmers. The Smartworm® app offers a solution by helping farmers implement targeted selective treatment (TST) to reduce costs. … Background Drench resistance in sheep parasites is a growing issue in New Zealand, impacting sheep productivity and leading to higher costs for farmers. Traditional methods of treating parasites can contribute to resistance, making it crucial to find …
- NewsBreeder workshops a step towards NZ-specific EBVs …
- … The Wainuioru Community River Care Group was set up after a community meeting, attended by more than 60 people, at the Wainuioru Hall in September 2017. We were keen to find out more about our …