Feature Articles
Below you'll find the latest articles and seasonal information that we've sourced to help with lifestyle block living.
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Straight from the Horse's Mouth - February 2012
Nature will always keep us on our toes, not only with normal seasonal changes but the influence of weather patterns means that generally no two years are alike or predictable for horse owners.
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Recipe of the month - February 2012
Enter our next recipe competition to be in the draw to win a $50 RD1 Gift Card. Thank you to Hiromi Adams for this delicious curry recipe.
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Poultry questions answered
The checklist of possible symptoms, behaviours and previous treatments helps paint a picture but is still not a replacement for a hands-on examination and the ability to ask supplementary questions.
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What's wrong? Poultry questions answered
Poultry expert Sue Clarke from NZ Lifestyle Block, answers your questions on lice and feed.
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Pest patrol - Ongaonga/Tree Nettle and Possums
If you've used a live capture trap but don't have a firearm to dispose of a possum, many people think it's then ok to drown the animal while it's in the cage.
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The Time Capsule - effective facial eczema prevention
What is the Time Capsule? The Agri-feeds Zinc Time Capsule is a controlled release zinc bolus that protects ruminant animals against facial eczema (FE).
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Why small is mightier!
Introducing new Persil Small and Mighty 2x concentrate powders - the product that really proves 'small is mighty'. Here are the reasons why...
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Country Mile Vitality
Specifically formulated to meet the higher energy needs required of sporting, working or show dogs, Vitality contains more calories to match the increase in energy levels so that dogs can perform at their finest.
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Free facial eczema spore count reports
As you know, every year during the summer months facial eczema (FE) is a major threat to animal health and productivity. At RD1, we're armed to help you prepare for the FE season ahead.
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Happy wanderers
Every so often cattle wander down my quiet, dead-end country road. Usually it's stock being moved from one paddock to another via the road instead of flooded tracks over winter.
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