Jono Sutton has won the Nelson Young Fruitgrower of the Year for 2019. (more…)
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Colin Hurst named Arable Farmer of the Year
His “immense contribution” to Federated Farmers, related industry bodies and across the nation’s arable sector saw Colin Hurst named Arable Farmer of the Year. (more…)
New biosecurity collective ready for action
With the number of pest and disease threats that could enter our country rapidly growing, biosecurity champions from across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Mexico came together to form Australia’s first biosecurity collective. (more…)
Kurow orchardist takes home Central Otago Young Grower title
The competition saw six of the region’s top young orchardists engage in a series of challenges designed to test the skills needed to successfully run a thriving fruit-growing business. Events included irrigation, pest and disease identification, tractor maintenance, and first aid. (more…)
New Pacific Seeds varieties mark strong start to canola season
New canola varieties and herbicide technologies supplied by market-leading seed producer, Pacific Seeds are expected to help canola growers across Australia this season. (more…)
New $2.6m seed processing line to double Pacific Seeds output
Industry leader Pacific Seeds has begun the process of installing a new $2.6 million seed processing line, which has the capacity to double throughput of multiple varieties of seed and significantly improve the plant’s efficiency. (more…)