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This year the winter period has been a lot colder, and we have seen a lot more frosts this year compared to the last few years. It also has been a lot drier as well. This has impacted on the growth of both grass and arable crops.

Lithium batteries are becoming a more common sight on farms these days and are used in numerous devices around the home. While they are now a part of modern life the batteries can create a fire risk, particularly if they are damaged.

This year’s Ruralco Instore Days prize draw period kicked off on June 1. Every $250 spent with Ruralco Instore Days participating suppliers until July 7 enabled members one entry in the draw to win one of three House of Travel vouchers valued at $15,000, $10,000, and $5,000. After drawing the winner, Ruralco wants to say a huge congratulations to Copland Fields, winner of the $15,000 voucher, Deegan Dairies, winner of the $10,000 voucher and Love Agricultural Contracting, winner of th...

In her own words, and in her distinctive style, Dame Susan tells the story of her life. Frank, funny, and pulling no punches.

Calving can be an exciting time of year, with lots of calves around and milk starting to flow into the vat, but it is a tiring time of year too. It’s worth spending a bit of time now thinking about how you will prioritise animal care and looking after your staff through this critical period. Some aspects you could focus on are preparing your heifers for milking quietly and fostering stock skills in your employees.

How you react to challenges has a huge impact on how well you manage the ups and downs of farming, says Taranaki dairy farmer Kane Brisco, author of top-selling book Tools For The Top Paddock. Here he shares his tips for staying calm under pressure.

Getting off the grid and onto a power supply that can still meet his relatively high-power needs has long been a goal for Ashburton lifestyle block farmer and Ruralco member Basil Ivey.

The story of the Wahine disaster has been told many times but this time from one of the survivors—a member of the Lincoln College cricket team.

Treat yourself to the ultimate comfort dessert: sticky date pudding! This delightful blend of rich dates and warm caramel sauce will wrap you in a cozy hug with every delicious bite.

Variable Rate Irrigation (VRI) systems have added another tool to the toolbox in agricultural water management, offering precise control over water application to optimise crop yield and water use efficiency.