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Follow this Safe Work Procedure when operating two-wheeled farm motorbikes. It is important that all operators follow this procedure and are familiar with the operator’s manual prior to operating the motorbike. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Operator must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace If riding on a public road, operator must hold a Class 6 driver license (motorcycle license) Children are not to operate an adult sized …

Hill Country Futures is a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. … Visit the Hill Country Futures website here This multi-year programme takes a trans-disciplinary approach to “landscapes” and considers the whole farm system and associated communities. The Hill Country Futures programme incorporates traditional science research, farmer …

The aim of this project was to evaluate different ways of communication for their reach, impact and associated behaviour change. Parasite management is important for every livestock farmer and this topic was used to help evaluate five different communication methods.  … The project used: analytics to assess the reach of the material models to predict the impact of this parasite campaign online surveys taken by participants immediately after viewing the material online surveys taken by …

Follow this Safe Work Procedure when handling or working in the vicinity of livestock. ‘Livestock’ is defined as either cattle or sheep. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Worker must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by the person in charge of the workplace Children under five must be directly supervised by an adult and are not to enter cattle yards What equipment do you need? Sturdy non-slip boots Hat/sunscreen as required General Procedure Keep stock calm Be …

Farmlands is the largest buying group of its type in New Zealand, transacting more than 2.5 billion dollars' worth of business annually and is listed in the top 20 companies by turnover in New Zealand, has 70,000 Farmlands shareholders and 82 stores nationwide. … AgResearch is one of New Zealand’s seven Crown Research Institutes. We offer world-leading expertise, and are responsible for delivering innovative science and research outcomes specifically for the agricultural sector. … Rabobank New …

We can help you take a broad view of your farming operation with practical guidance on taking care of your people and farm business. … Workshops we currently offer … Farm Safety Management System This workshop provides you with a Farm Safety Management System. This gives you a process for identifying and managing hazards and risks and 90% of your paperwork is already done. Benchmarking Workshop This workshop provides a hands-on approach to analysing your agricultural enterprise. Learn how to …

Follow this Safe Work Procedure when operating Motorbikes, Quad Bikes and Side X Sides. All operators must follow this procedure and be familiar with the operator’s manual prior to operating the machine. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Operator must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace If riding on a public road, operator must hold a Class 1 Driver License (car license) Machine with engine capacity over 90cc is not to be …

You’ll have heard the mantra ‘95% of worms on your farm are on pasture’. Learn about the drivers of worm challenge on your pastures so you can reduce worm intake by susceptible stock.  … Where do the larvae live?  The vast majority of your total worm population (85 to 95%!) lives on pasture – as L3 larvae. The rest are: In the soil – a few larvae and eggs. In dung pats – eggs and developing larvae. Inside your animals – as juvenile worms, adults and eggs. Think of your farm as a worm iceberg. …

A list of various papers on alternative options for worm control can be found at the American Consortium for Small Ruminant Parasite Control. A good local review is provided on Deer Industry New Zealand’s Deer Hub website (pages 63–74).  … A range of different ‘natural’ products, herbs and minerals are sometimes advocated as treatments or preventives for worm infections in livestock. This page is by no means a complete list. But here we review some commonly mentioned ones, and available …

Follow this Safe Work Procedure when operating tractors. All operators must refer to the operator’s manual prior to operating the tractor. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Operator must be a minimum of 15 years old, unless they are 13 years or older and: Are fully trained in using the tractor and any implements attached to it Are in a safe position on the tractor or implement Are the only child on the tractor Operator must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by …