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May Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout.

Agrecovery will be completing a large drum collection for the whole of New Zealand starting on the 1st of May.

Efficient use of nitrogen (N) fertiliser can increase productivity and profitability and reduce risks to the environment; while helping you meet N cap rules.

April Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout.

Greenfeed oats are an essential component of New Zealand's winter-feeding systems. Sown in autumn, they provide high-quality, fast-growing feed to sustain livestock through the colder months.

With herbicide resistance rising in New Zealand, arable farmers are being warned not to continually rely on the same chemical products or risk weeds developing resistance.

As daylight hours shorten and colder temperatures are on the horizon, choosing a reliable performing cultivar is key to maximising winter feed in the coming months.

March Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout.

In New Zealand, pasture pests and animal health issues can significantly impact farm productivity. Innovative solutions like RGT18, a new endophyte from RAGT, are helping to address these challenges, creating healthier and more resilient farm environments.

As the world awaits the return of Donald Trump to the White House, there has been a lot of conversation about what any resulting shifts in global trade dynamics might be. I thought it was a good time to add to the conversation my key observations for New Zealand farmers.