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03/01/2026

Strengths in the softer skills of building long term relationships, coupled with the collection of robust data, are at the heart of an impressive calf rearing operation in Canterbury that’s home to 3500 calves annually.

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30/12/2025

For Sam and Hannah Rainey, returning to the Rangitīkei wasn’t about continuing tradition - it was about reimagining it. Together, they’ve built Mangaweka Asparagus into one of New Zealand’s leading growers, carving out a niche in a later-producing region and proving you can come home and create something new.

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27/12/2025

Laura Christensen shares how SenseHub Dairy technology support team helps farmers monitor herd health, manage young stock, and make smarter on-farm decisions.

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26/12/2025

Three Kiwis - a professor, a CEO, and a lawyer explain why understanding and responding to South Korea’s growing demands is crucial for New Zealand’s food and fibre sector.

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Words: Sarah Perriam-Lampp

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25/12/2025

Julian Gaffney shows how turning farm data into practical strategies can improve pasture use, animal health, labour efficiency, and overall farm performance.

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24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at CountryWide 🎄
Thank you to our readers for your support throughout the year. It means so much to us to share your stories, your seasons and your way of life. Wishing you and your families a safe, restful and happy Christmas.

23/12/2025

Terry Swney explains how SenseHub Dairy technology has helped his West Coast farm improve herd health, save time, and make more informed decisions during mating and daily management.

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21/12/2025

James Allen demonstrates how using data and research-backed strategies can drive better pasture management, herd performance, and farm profitability.

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20/12/2025

Weaning is a critical period for lamb growth, and timing it correctly can make all the difference. Andrew Dowling, Technical Expert – Animal Health at PGG Wrightson Ltd shares practical solutions to help farmers maintain strong growth rates through this key stage.

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Words: Sarah Perriam-Lamp

Weaning is a critical period for lamb growth rates. They can easily falter if not timed correctly. Andrew Dowling, Technical Expert – Animal Health at PGG Wrightson, offers practical solutions.

19/12/2025

Ed Whiting shares how using SenseHub Dairy technology on his Taranaki farm has transformed herd management, from health monitoring and rumination tracking to smarter feeding and milk insights.

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18/12/2025

Steve Crowhurst shows how smart technology and strong management can unlock productivity, efficiency, and sustainability on New Zealand dairy farms.

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14/12/2025

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