Feature Articles
With pasture playing such an important role in milk production, pasture renewal remains a key farm input and a good investment. In this month’s feature articles, you’ll find a run down on seed treatment, seed mixes and real-life experiences to answer any questions you might have.
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Tree planting is taking off
Last month we introduced native plant products to the RD1 product range, in conjunction with Kauri Park Nurseries. And the amount of interest from RD1 customers nationally has been phenomenal.
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Moving farms? Update your details with RD1
Have your RD1 Account set up, ready to go when you are. Yes, it's paperwork, but the RD1 End of Season Update form is simple to complete - and you take care of business in one simple step.
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Beat the mud and be ready
We've had duck shooting, next it's the National Fieldays® and then it's calving, so don't wait any longer, get down to your RD1 store and pick up your Supa Shavings… before the mud sets in.
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Change for good
Late autumn presents a great opportunity to undertake a relatively simple job that can make a big difference to your milk quality come spring.
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Take the time now to plan for the future
If you don't already have a nutrient management plan, now would be a good time to consider creating one for your farm.
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The production cycle - Six steps to better returns - Transition - Part 1
When we talk of the transition period for dairy cows, we are focusing on the final four weeks of gestation, and the first four weeks of lactation.
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A real demonstration of leadership by example
Named Dairy Woman of the Year 2012 at the Dairy Women's Network annual conference in Rotorua on March 21 and 22, Barbara is still at a loss for words.
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Problem weeds in new pasture?
The early removal of these weeds allows for more rapid and even establishment of pasture, resulting in an increased amount of feed for livestock.
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NZDIA - Your regional finalists May 2012
RD1 are proud sponsors of the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards (NZDIA) – promoting future growth and excellence in dairying. We extend our congratulations to the regional finalists.
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Why supplement cows with Mg?
Magnesium (Mg) deficiency in dairy cows was recognised in New Zealand in the 1970s and supplementing with Mg in late pregnancy and early lactation has become routine on most farms.
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NAIT road show - coming to a town near you
The National Animal Identification and Tracing (NAIT) scheme information road show will be visiting 44 rural centres throughout New Zealand; starting in Kaitaia on 30 April and finishing in Wyndham on 8 June, 2012.
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Easy does it – transition tips from grass to brassicas
A sudden and major change of diet rarely works well with any livestock, and dairy cows going from grass to brassicas at this time of year are no different.
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Investing in a good feed
In response to the changing demands on the dairy industry, Ingham Feeds and Nutrition are making some significant investments to help farmers increase the bottom line.
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