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July Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout

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.

May Agronomy Update from Ashburton Store Manager, Bill Cabout.

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.

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.

Spring once again has delivered a variety of weather conditions with mixed periods of cooler and then warmer weather. We have had regular rainfalls plus one big rainfall with reasonably good weather in between.

The inclination of farmers to be “tidy Kiwis” by repeatedly spraying the vegetation along fence-lines is increasing the risk of herbicide resistance, says Foundation for Arable Research senior field researcher Charles Merfield.