Is 2022 your time to uncover your true value, purpose and identity? Run by our friends at @AgriWomensDevelopmentTrust, ‘It’s all about YOU’ is a popular two-day personal development programme that re-prioritises you. It’s a chance to break away from your everyday routine, reconnect with yourself and explore new possibilities for positive change in your life. […]
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Andrew wraps the week
No time to watch? listen here! https://bit.ly/3N6Z5cQ Andrew wraps the week that was, #FMG Winter, powercuts, 3 Waters and of course HWEN.
Superworms capable of munching through plastic waste
Media release – The University of Queensland A species of worm with an appetite for polystyrene could be the key to plastic recycling on a mass scale. Researchers at the University of Queensland have discovered the common Zophobas morio ‘superworm’ can eat through polystyrene, thanks to a bacterial enzyme in their gut. Dr Chris Rinke […]
‘Smart spade’ one of new technologies for forest silviculture project
A ‘smart spade’ which identifies exactly where to plant a tree seedling is just one of the new technologies in the seven-year $25.5 million Precision Silviculture development project. The newly elected President of the Forest Owners Association, Grant Dodson, says the just announced joint government funded project to bring mechanisation and robots to the production […]
Economic Week – April 15
OCR jumps in inflation fightThe Reserve Bank moved decisively this week, increasing the Official Cash Rate 50 basis points to 1.50%. The economy is not exactly in great shape and there are many risks to growth, both global and local. The Russian war on Ukraine and China’s latest COVID shut down are both hitting growth […]
I’m waiting by the phone…
We are very disappointed with the decision from the local body commission. Having lost the rural representation that has been the founding part of forming the Gisborne District Council. When the smaller councils amalgamated it was with the understanding that the dedicated rural voice would not be lost. Well, it has only taken 30 odd […]
Councils’ arrogance stands out like dog’s balls
No time to read? listen here Federated Farmers along with many others in rural Rotorua have pushed hard yet again for rural representation to be at the table, being part of decision making and bringing our unique perspective to the outcomes. Sadly following the 2022 Representation Review arrangements, it is clear our voice is not wanted […]
Federated Farmers Provincial AGM Dates 2022
The provisional dates are being set for the AGM in your province
New project manager for Ovis Management programme
A new project manager has been appointed to the Ovis Management programme, which works to promote control of C. ovis – or sheep measles – across New Zealand.Michelle Simpson has taken over from Dan Lynch, who has retired after heading the programme for 28 years.Michelle, who lives in Halcombe in the Manawatu, has a background […]
Ginny Dodunski appointed manager of Wormwise programme
Highly-experienced rural vet Ginny Dodunski has been appointed manager for the Wormwise programme and will take up her new role at the beginning of May. Wormwise is an industry-wide partnership overseen by Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ), the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), AGCARM, and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). It works to […]