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22 Apr, 2026

Autumn Cereals: The small decisions that build big yields

Getting autumn cereal establishment right starts before the drill even rolls. Strong yields are built on plant numbers, clean paddocks, and understanding the conditions in front of you. A few smart calls at sowing can make a big difference later in...

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20 Apr, 2026

Changing the Game on Worm Control with Forage Crops

How forage crops are changing the drench resistance game Drench resistance is no longer a problem sitting somewhere else. It is here, widespread, and on many New Zealand sheep properties it is quietly costing money every season through slower growth...

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20 Apr, 2026

The Cost of Cutting Fertiliser: What the Numbers Actually Say

What the numbers actually say Fertiliser prices are climbing and every farmer is asking the same question, do you cut back or keep investing. The reality is this is not a simple call and getting it wrong in either direction will cost you, which is w...

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1 Apr, 2026

Extending Pasture Production at the Shoulders of the Season

It's no secret that home-grown grass is the cheapest feed on farm. But as days shorten and soil temperatures drop, so does pasture production. One of the most cost-effective tools available to counter this is gibberellic acid (GA3) - a naturally occu...

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19 Mar, 2026

Slug Control: Why Acting Early Matters

As we move through autumn pasture establishment, slug pressure is starting to show up - particularly where paddocks have been direct drilled into heavy covers or where conditions have stayed wet. Slugs can take out a surprising amount of plant estab...

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29 Jan, 2026

A Stampede Is Coming

Stampede CM142: A New Benchmark in Perennial Ryegrass Performance From Autumn 2026, New Zealand farmers will have access to a new generation of perennial ryegrass that resets expectations around performance, persistence, and animal safety. Stampede...

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