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    Wairarapa Innovation Farm, Richard Tosswill, Te Awa Awa …
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    Extension to agricultural emissions pricing consultation …
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    Informing New Zealand Beef’s Progeny Test enters its third year …
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  • The aim of this project was to evaluate different ways of communication for their reach, impact and associated behaviour … not what type of parasites are present. Drench check A FEC can also be known as a ‘drench check’ and should be carried out 10 days after drenching at least twice a year to confirm your drench and drench protocol is working. If eggs are … Refugia Refugia is the practice of leaving some parasites in ‘refuge’ from drench. The aim of refugia is to dilute out the parasites resistant to drench with parasites susceptible to drench.  This can be done in many ways, for example: …
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    Catchment work celebrated by farmers, iwi and rural professionals …
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    Growing network of women in NZ’s red meat sector …
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    Advocacy update: biodiversity and having your say on key consultations …
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  • … This study compares the effects of different calf-rearing methods – artificial rearing versus suckling from dams until weaning – on milk production, reproduction, and calf development.  … Background This project is set out to compare the effects of different calf-rearing methods on milk production, reproduction, and calf development. Specifically, it …
  • The Kawhia Harbour is a large harbour and a popular fishing spot. There is  a small settlement  on the surrounding shore of permanent residents and also many bach owners. We are very proud of our Maori History and also … Oparau and Te Waitere are the two areas with streams feeding into the Kawhia Harbour. The Marokopa River flows out to the west coast, near by. The area is sheep and beef farming, with pockets of native bush and vegetation on private …
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    … Careful planning for winter allows you to winter animals in a way that ensures the highest standards of animal welfare are maintained and environmental risks are mitigated. … When planning for winter, careful thought needs to be given to: 1. Paddock/Grazing Management When you’re standing at the gate considering how best to feed your crop, here are some factors to consider: Feed planning  – how many animals will … for sheep and cattle at any time of the year and to help estimate the allocation of your winter crop. To find out more go to: www.feedsmart.co.nz Exclude stock from waterways and critical source areas (CSAs)  –   create an ungrazed …