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Agronomy Update July 2025

July Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout

14 Jul, 2025 | Agronomy | Technical |

Combine harvester workshops win innovation award

A Foundation for Arable Research initiative which took a closer look at the efficiency of a key piece of machinery for arable farmers – their combine harvesters – has been recognised at the Primary Industry NZ Awards.

10 Jul, 2025 | FAR | Technical |

Agronomy Update June 2025

June Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout.

04 Jun, 2025 | Agornomy | Technical |

FAR conference tackles arable profitability

Profitability is an increasing concern for arable farmers, which is why the Foundation for Arable Research has chosen it as the theme of its 2025 conference.

04 Jun, 2025 | Agronomy | Technical |

Reducing the weed seed burden at harvest

A technique which significantly reduces the spread of weed seeds during harvest is being demonstrated by the Foundation for Arable Research in a bid to generate a conversation around whether it is time it was adopted in New Zealand.

07 May, 2025 | Arable | Technical |

Agronomy Update May 2025

May Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout.

22 Apr, 2025 | Agronomy | Technical |

Agrecovery May Drum Run

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

15 Apr, 2025 | Agrecovery | Technical |

Get the most from your N

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

07 Apr, 2025 | Agronomy | Technical |

Agronomy Update April 2025

April Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout.

07 Apr, 2025 | Agronomy | Technical |

Autumn sown oats for winter feed

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.

12 Mar, 2025 | Agronomy | Technical |