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Lest we forget the long drop
There may not be very many long drops left in Southland, but that doesn’t mean they should be forgotten. In recent times Environment Southland has extended their interest in pollution in the region. As it turns out it is not just the farming sector who would be contributing to the state of the region’s waterways. […]
Pesticides not to blame for bee decline
Europe’s decision to ban neonicotinoids is another example of politicians making decisions meant for regulators. Pesticides have been blamed for a decline in bee health despite a lack of scientific proof. “Clear scientific evidence has taken a back-seat to a politically-based decision on regulation, which could mean the reduction of effective crop protection products in […]
Upcoming Meeting
Next Waituna Landcare Group meeting is Monday 22nd April at Kapuka South Community Centre, 7.30pm.
Conservation Volunteers to the Rescue
Fonterra sponsor the Conservation Volunteers to assist with projects in the Waituna Catchment.
Gravel pit restoration well under way
Just over a year ago the old gravel pit on the corner of Hanson Rd and Waituna Lagoon Rd was an eyesore
Drought over, milk production to lift – yeah right!
‘I couldn’t believe it when he said that the drought was over and that milk production would now go up for the season.
I’d be interested to see how farmers…’
The meat industry
I applaud the new Meat Industry group for trying to get a bit of reform and improvement in the industry but I was alarmed to read that they are seeking a mandate from farmers.
Remember when, 2008: No Mexican standoff PLEASE
Murmurs of animosity and past rivalries between the co-operatives have Natural Producers Chairman Murray Rohloff concerned that the Mega-Merger negotiations are heading toward a Mexican Stand-Off.
Legumes can help reduce fertiliser spend
The high cost of fertilizer has caused many farmers to take a second look at how they spend their fertilizer dollar. Still, the use of fertilizer continues to be important to continue productivity of cropland, hayfields and pastures according to Tim Schnakenberg, agronomy specialist from Missouri, US. Crops and hayfields are especially at risk if […]
Remember when, 2008: Hart says much for meat industry to consider
This series of articles looks back at the previous attempt to fix the problems facing the meat industry. In 2008, the Meat Industry Action Group managed to get meat companies talking and get farmers active. Despite this nothing came of their efforts. This series may just act as a reminder of what we as farmers […]