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New discovery in the fight against livestock facial eczema
The disease costs farmers and the economy an estimated $332m annually.
Govt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaul
Barry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.
Dairy beef offers potential for significant emissions savings
A new report points to tangible ways farmers could reduce beef herds’ carbon footprint.
Extending the lifespan of calves will create a new market for new protein source
New Zealand’s low-carbon beef production is set to accelerate.
Innovators and scientists recognised at Beef + Lamb NZ Awards
The judges described one farm as a shining example of innovation.
'Nasty disease': Scientist backs commitment to eradicate any incursion of foot-and-mouth
AgResearch chief scientist Axel Heiser agreed the approach to 'stamp it out' is right.
Earthworm research offers real potential
Research by Hill Labs of Hamilton into earthworm eDNA offers real potential to farming.
Facial eczema research holds promise for Kiwi farmers
Disease affects a range of livestock including sheep, cattle, deer, goats, and alpacas.
The Country at Fieldays: Chris Hipkins at Mystery Creek
Nation,Hipkins, Luxton, Smith, Dangen Zone, Casey, Langford, Groundswell, Te Brake,Ormrod.
What makes a good farmer and is there an urban/rural divide?
Do urban and rural groups have different ideas about good farmers?
'Stainless steel cows': Is precision fermentation a threat to Kiwi farmers?
NZ labs could soon start mass-producing dairy-identical products without using cows.
Cow-less dairy product company given green light to expand
Auckland-based Daisy Lab has spent the past few years developing dairy-identical proteins.
AgResearch to showcase genetic tech opportunities at Fieldays
'Genetic modification and gene editing may offer solutions to help farmers.'
Gene genius: How gene technology is changing the future of food
Opinion: Ethical use of genetic tech may accelerate the adoption of new crops and animals.
Rural news in brief: Fieldays and bird hunting licences
A quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.
Waikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalists
The finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.
Southern Dairy Hub's 'important and timely' carbon sequestration research
Farm soil carbon concentration levels studied but no great data on amounts of carbon mass.
Farmers asked to keep an eye out for ‘the worst weed in the world’
“Human-aided dispersal is still our biggest issue with noxious weeds.”
Initiative aimed at drawing on Māori knowledge to drive change on farms
New Māori Research and Partnerships Group to embed Te Ara Tika into its everyday work.
Science to star at Southern Texel Breeders' Club field day
AgResearch to talk about proposed changes to methane rules and low-input sheep farming.
'This is my thing': Anna Boyd's passion for cattle and data
Anna Boyd is on a mission to help New Zealand's beef industry maximise profitability.
Whanganui gardeners warming to bananas
Backyard banana growers in Whanganui are increasing
Farmer suggests premium price for regen ag milk
Dylan Ditchfield wants top dollar for milk produced by regenerative farming practices.
Wood revolution: New factory aimed at NZ domestic market
Gisborne plant a world-first and the structural lumber solely for the domestic market.
Covering Climate Now: How do we shrink agriculture's climate footprint?
The Climate Change Commission has proposed a cut to livestock numbers. Is it inevitable?
Iwi buys bigger share of coastal Rangitīkei farm
Rangitīkei iwi increases its investment in highly productive coastal farm.
Public servant's $300k payout after bullying investigation
The findings or even the existence of a bullying report have never been made public.