Yearly Archives: 2024

A couple of years ago West Coast dairy farmer Frano Voldman made the decision to build a 5500sqm composting herd home for his cows to enjoy during the harsh winter months. “We wanted to minimise feed wastage, get better feed …

On 1 June 2023, four months after Cyclone Gabrielle share milker Jeremy Wapp and his family moved onto a new farm off the Taihape Road. That day they were faced with the first of many challenges and opportunities Gabrielle had …

Life is busy for Taranaki-based Daniel Holdt, from Holdt Harvesting as he juggles operating a successful agricultural contracting business while also working on one dairy farm, and overseeing another. His parents own one herd and he and wife Mackenzie the …

HOW STRAUTMANN HOPKINS 2023 LIMITED AND WESTLAND FARM SERVICES SHARE A FAMILY-FIRST VISION AND CUSTOMER-CENTRIC APPROACH Westland Farm Services is more than just a farm machinery provider on the West Coast-it’s a business rooted in strong family values, a customer-first …

Strautmann Hopkins 2023 Ltd imports a full range of trailed Strautmann Mixer Wagons from the German manufacturer aimed to suit all the requirements of NZ When it comes to helping keep New Zealand farmers operating at maximum efficiency and productivity …

Exert from BusinessRural Murdoch Ag Contracting has been a trusted name in the Franklin District since 2010, known for its commitment to helping the region’s dairy and beef farmers’ operations run smoothly year-round. Founded by Chris Murdoch, the business offers …