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SPECIAL OFFERS AND INFORMATION FOR FARMLANDS SHAREHOLDERS

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NZ FESTIVAL OF

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FROM THE CEO Farmlands is delighted to now have in place an improved fuel offer to our shareholders – 12 cents per litre off the pump price at Challenge and Caltex service stations, as well as Farmlands Fuel and Caltex diesel and truck stops. This discount offer comes instantly with your Farmlands Card.

We have also found a way to help shareholders requiring a more mobile fuel solution. The Farmlands Ute Tank is a portable 430 litre bulk storage diesel tank, complete with a 12V pump and 4m hose. It is light enough to be loaded onto the back of a trailer, truck or ute – which allows you to fill up at one of the outlets with the discounted fuel offer.

Of course price is not just about the size of the discount – but what you are invoiced. These offers are market leading and we are already receiving a lot of interest.

While our great new offers are proving popular, a lot of work is taking place to ensure shareholders receive even better service. The new look Farmlands website will be launched this month, while in the North Island, a new look statement will be unveiled next month. The change in statement

Plan365 Animal Management Plan365 Nutrition Plan365 Horticulture Plan365 Forage and Arable Plan365 Rural Infrastructure Farmlands Spring Deals Farmlands Big Deals Win a Hatton Horse Float!

What’s in-store?

Real Estate listings

INTEREST 2 2 3 4-5

From the CEO Save the date Meet the team Gulf presents the New Zealand Festival of Motor Racing

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Notice of Annual General Meeting Managing hazards on your farm Special Feature - Taking charge Check out the new Farmlands website New look statements next month Farmlands is proud to present Mamma Mia! Farmlands Ladies Nights - get in quick!

Farmlands Fuel Farmlands Finance Farmlands Livestock

ON YOUR FARMLANDS CARD

is essential as we move to one system, however this change will also have

62 Challenge - 12 cents off per litre* 77 What’s Hot 78 Kitchen Kapers keeps shareholders cooking 79 Big Save 80 Black Duck / Bluebridge / Blackwoods Protector 81 Farmside 82 Direct4You / Resene / Mico 83 Meridian 84 PlaceMakers 85/94 Arthur Barnett 86 Southern Cross 87 TWL 88 Repco 89 FMG 90 Carters 91 Harvey Norman 92-93 Bunnings 95 TradeZone 96 REL Group

minimal impact.

I hope you all have had a productive start to spring.

Kind regards,

Brent Esler Chief Executive Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited

SAVE THE DATE

WHAT’S COMING UP WITH FARMLANDS

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OCTOBER

22 - 24

Coming to a location near you.

Hawke’s Bay A&P Show, Hastings

Farmlands AGM, Ascot Park, Invercargill

Contact 0800 200 600 to book tickets.

The big agriculture event in Magpies country.

This year it is Southland’s turn to host the AGM.

Ladies Nights

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Melbourne Cup Racing Event From 4pm at Farmlands stores in Bay of Plenty, take part in Melbourne Cup festivities.

| Cover photo: Sisters Rachel Burke and Bee Bould.

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ANDREW WARD Q: What is your current role at Farmlands?

A: Otago Field Manager, specialising in the dairy sector.

Q: Where are you from originally?

A: Originally born in Dunedin, grew up in Christchurch, before moving north to Palmerston North.

I have been back in the South Island for the past 3 years.

Q: Tell us a bit about your family.

A: Engaged to my partner Brydie and we have just had our first child, Flyn, born on the 14th of August.

Q: What do you like to do most in your spare time?

A: We love to travel, both within NZ and overseas. I am also seriously addicted to road cycling.

Q: If you could live anywhere else in the world, where would it be?

A: South of France.

Q: What is the most interesting trip you have ever taken?

A: Trip to Europe for 6 weeks, which included following the Tour de France cycle race.

ANDREW’S GOAN FISH CURRY (HOT!)

CALL IN AND SEE US! Tap into the huge amount of knowledge and experience at your local Farmlands

INGREDIENTS 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 Tbsp paprika ½ tsp ground turmeric 4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 2.5cm piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated 2 Tbsp coriander seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds 400ml can coconut milk ¾ tsp salt 3 pieces of kokum (available in most Indian spice shops) or 1 Tbsp tamarind paste.

500g fish e.g. terakihi

store. Drop in, call 0800 200 600 or visit www.farmlands.co.nz

METHOD Combine cayenne pepper, paprika, turmeric, garlic and ginger with 300ml of water in a bowl. Grind the coriander and cumin seeds and add to the mix.

Put the spice mixture into a pan and simmer on a medium to low heat for 10 minutes. When the sauce has reduced and thickened, add the coconut milk, salt and kokum (or tamarind paste) and bring back to simmer.

Add the fish, continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through (after five minutes).

Serve with basmati rice, don’t eat the KOKUM!

Farmlands store.

Horticultural Advisory Service available.

Check out our Facebook page to see what’s happening at Farmlands www.fb.com/farmlandsnz

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CO-OPERATIVE NEWS

A celebration of one of New Zealand’s motorsport legends One of New Zealand motorsport’s greatest names, Howden Ganley will be honoured at the 2015 New Zealand Festival of Motor Racing.

at Hampton Downs. Whether enjoying

Held at Hampton Downs Motorsport

to young and old. And with 10 classes

Park during the weekends of January 16-18 and 23-25, the Gulf Oil Howden Ganley Formula 5000 Festival will pay tribute to the man who in the 1970s

the event as a motor racing enthusiast or choosing to simply enjoy the event with friends and family, the 2015 Gulf Oil Howden Ganley F5000 Festival caters of cars on track each weekend of the Festival, there are highlights waiting for every motoring enthusiast.

became New Zealand’s fourth Formula One driver, behind other legendary names McLaren, Amon and Hulme.

From humble beginnings racing his mother’s Morris Minor in the late 1950s, Ganley forged an impressive resume of drives and results across the world.

Among the impressive results were a second place in the 1970 European F5000 Championship, second in the 1972 Le Mans 24 Hour race, third in the 1969 F3 European Cup and a third placing in his only appearance in a Can-Am Race in the USA in 1971.

Ganley will be reunited with F5000 cars at the festival, as this unique vehicle class is put into the spotlight. Among the classes and vehicles joining F5000 are Historic Muscle Cars, Allcomers and Historic Sports Sedans, Historic Saloons, Sports Cars and GTs, Historic Formula Fords, Classic Trials, Historic Formula Libre, Heritage Touring Cars, Formula Junior and F3, plus others to be announced.

There is something for everyone throughout the two three-day weekends

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For tickets and more information about the 2015 Gulf Oil Howden Ganley F5000 Festival, visit www.nzfmr.co.nz

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JOIN US AT THE NZ FESTIVAL OF MOTOR RACING HAMPTON DOWNS, 16-18 JAN OR 23-25 JAN 2015.

ONE NORTH ISLAND & ONE SOUTH ISLAND WINNER.

EVERY GULF LUBRICANT PURCHASE GIVES YOU AN ENTRY INTO THE DRAW.

Choose Gulf lubricants exclusively distributed by Farmlands, the co-operative you own.

Promotion is open to shareholders only. Every Gulf oil or lubricant purchase between 1st October to 30th November 2014 is eligible for one entry into the draw.

Full terms and conditions at www.farmlands.co.nz/competitions.

Notice of Annual General Meeting

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Notice is hereby given that the fifty-first Annual General Meeting of shareholders of Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited will be held at 3pm on Tuesday 4th November 2014, at Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill.

Shareholders are invited to join the Directors and Executive personnel of the Society for cocktails at the conclusion of the meeting. At this function, shareholders will be entered into a complimentary sweepstake in the Melbourne Cup that will run at 5.00pm.

The shareholder who wins the sweepstake will receive a trip for two to Melbourne including five nights accommodation*, valued at $2,500.

We look forward to your attendance at our Annual General Meeting.

Please RSVP by Friday 31st October to rsvp@farmlands.co.nz or 0800 200 600.

* Terms and conditions apply

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HEALTH AND SAFETY

Managing hazards on your farm The Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 (Sections 7-10) is the legislation in New Zealand that requires farmers to have a system to identify and manage hazards that could harm their employees. The people best placed to do this are farmers and their employees. In the course of their work, they already know the things that are dangerous on their farm. New Zealand farmers are practical, hands-on people who already know what the best solutions are to reduce the chance of injury.

Step 1

have been proactive in managing farm

Eliminate the hazard. This means remove

hazards. It is a good start to putting in

the hazard - get rid of it.

place a safe system of work on your farm.

Step 2

Definition:

If you can’t eliminate the hazard, isolate

Significant Hazard means a hazard that

it. This can be done by putting fences or

is an actual or potential cause or source of -

barriers in place. In the case of moving

(a) serious harm, or

parts, isolate them through the use of

(b) harm (being harm that is more than

machine guards.

trivial), the severity of whose effects on

Start by getting your staff together and

Step 3

any person depend (entirely or among

ask them, “is there anything that you

If you can’t eliminate or isolate the

do or see on the farm that could kill or

hazard, minimise it. Minimisation is the

injure you?” Then write it down. Next,

lowest level of controlling a hazard. It

go through each point that has been

includes things like providing personal

raised and ask, “what do you think we

protective equipment (PPE) to your

should do about it, to ensure that

employees such as earmuffs, gloves

to the hazard.

no-one gets hurt?”

and quad bike helmets then ensuring

If you would like a copy of a Hazard

Next assess each hazard, to determine

that your employees wear the gear you

Register template, email us at

if it is a ‘Significant Hazard’

provide them.

farmsafety@farmlands.co.nz or for

(see definition later).

This process can be formalised by

regular Health and Safety updates,

Randomly fixing farm hazards is not appropriate, as Health and Safety legislation requires a system. A system can be as simple or complex as you want it to be. Outlined below is a simple method for identifying and managing the hazards on your farm.

recording the details into a farm hazard Column 1: These are the Hazards

Column 2: These are the Controls

In this column write down all the things on the farm that could kill or injure you or your employees.

In this column write down what you are going to do about the items listed in column 1.

register. A hazard register is a good way

of the person’s exposure to the hazard, or (c) harm that does not usually occur, or usually is not easily detectable, until a significant time after exposure

search on Twitter for @NeateGraham (Safe n Boots).

of providing information and training to

Article supplied by Graham Neate,

your farm staff. It’s a good idea to have

Farmlands National Compliance Manager.

staff sign off the hazard register. Doing this means that you have a written record

The Health and Safety in Employment Act

of what staff were told and when.

outlines a simple three-step process to

Following these steps and subsequently

manage hazards on your farm:

reviewing the controls shows that you

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other things) on the extent or frequency

Disclaimer This article should not be used as a substitute for legislation or legal advice. Farmlands shall have no liability for actions taken on the basis of information in this article, or for any errors or omissions.

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SPECIAL FEATURE

Taking charge Farmer’s wife? How about just farmer?

| Sisters Rachel Burke and Bee Bould – on-farm at Waikaka.

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In the world of farming, the tale of women in charge has in the past tended to be a footnote. Literary and entertainment staples like Fred Dagg and Barry Crump would – with the odd exception – tell their stories through the eyes of the grizzled farmer, with the role of women reduced to a plotline or supporting character.

The days of being in the background have eroded. In the real world, women are increasingly writing their own chapters on the farming landscape.

Station managers, owners and chief executives – the term “farmer’s wife” is becoming as redundant as the margins that defined what has expected of women on the farm. Increasingly, women are not only taking the reins – they are off and racing.

In bygone days, the idea of succession was exclusively the domain of the son. Sisters Bridget “Bee” Bould and Rachel Burke are two who enjoy that idea having run its course.

While their parents, Alan and Sue Stewart still take active roles on-farm, Bee and Rachel have immersed themselves in the running of their properties at Waikaka, near Gore. Bee and husband Terry have split a 7,000 acre sheep, beef and deer farm with Alan and Sue, while Rachel and her husband Ollie run part of that farm, as well as another property nearby – Leithen Valley, an 8,000 acre trophy hunting park.

The farm and nearby trophy hunting park are truly family businesses. Deer bred on-farm can end up out of the paddocks and in the bush, if they fit what is required. Bee says while Terry

| Leithen Valley’s Rachel Burke with a companion.

handles the deer aspect of the farm, she is more than happy to be

back again – but it has steadily grown from there.”

running the sheep and beef operation.

The first intrepid trek to America has now become a staple for

“I’ve been managing the farm for the last 9 years or so, running my

Leithen Valley – Rachel makes the trek every year, around January

side of the operation,” she says. “I’ve always wanted to do it – I’ve

or February, to attend trade shows and woo prospective hunters.

always been interested in farming and I liked animals from a young

“The main clientele is American, although we get the odd European

age. From the moment I left school, I’ve always worked on farms.”

and Australian,” she says. “It (the travel) has to be done – but quite

While Bee has always been interested in farming, hunting was

a few bookings come through the internet and word of mouth.”

more Rachel’s forte. A passionate hunter, Rachel has been guiding

The willingness by guests to travel is only matched by Rachel’s

for close to two decades. She says the business was born from

enthusiasm. She says she always wanted to make a life of being a

Alan’s passion for deer and he went great distances to make sure

guide and hunting.

his business succeeded.

“I love to get out in the bush. I never thought at a young age

“Mum and Dad started the business back in 1983,” Rachel

of running the operation but I was always there with dad

explains. “They went to America and booked one hunter. The next

packing stags,” she says.

year they again had one hunter – the same guy came

“I was sent away to go and find some experience and get a job. I

| Both farm and trophy hunting park work together.

| Bee Bould, from Waikaka.

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“When I first started guiding, it was rare to have women in the hunting industry, but now – they’re everywhere. And with farming, you always see girls on the farm around the place – it’s pretty cool.”

| Bee Bould takes care of sheep and beef operations on the farm.

came back in 1998, got into guiding full time and got

While managing farms and trophy parks seems to be in the blood

into marketing.”

– their brother, George Stewart manages a 364,000 acre cattle and

Bee followed a similar trend – stints working on-farm before

buffalo hunting operation in Australia’s Northern Territory – neither

returning home. She says everyone has followed their passion –

of the sisters feels “special” being in charge. Quite the opposite

Alan originally displayed the passion and foresight to start up a

– while times are changing, they are exactly where they feel they

deer operation. Rachel has continued that passion, while Bee has

should be.

followed her own path into sheep and beef.

“When I first started guiding, it was rare to have women in the

“Everyone has chased that interest,” Bee says. “I’m more hands on

hunting industry,” Rachel explains. “But now – they’re everywhere.

with the sheep and beef side of things but Terry deals with the deer

And with farming, you always see girls on the farm around the

– and we all end up working together no matter what happens –

place – it’s pretty cool.”

I talk to Rach about the stags as much as I can.”

“I don’t think it’s a big deal,” Bee adds. “I just think it’s one of those

While Terry deals with the deer, Rachel’s husband Ollie also has

things, you know? If you enjoy doing it – just do it.”

a lot to do at Leithen Valley, alternating with Rachel in looking

Another person enjoying her job is Justine Kidd. Having first moved

after their two sons, while also organising the shipping of

to Hawke’s Bay 20 years ago, Justine now finds herself Chief

trophies overseas.

Executive of Central Hawke’s Bay dairy farm business, BEL Group.

“He does a lot of guiding as well – he likes to keep everyone

BEL Group milks 9,600 cows on 3,750 hectares, spread across

entertained with his wit,” Rachel says.

nine dairy farms and almost 1,000 hectares of dairy support.

During her first foray in Hawke’s Bay as a Consulting Officer for the Dairy Board, Justine struck up a working relationship with Peter and Andrea Barry. They had recently bought into an equity partnership that they ended up buying out – the original farms, Longrow Dairies, are now part of BEL Group.

“Peter invited me out to do a feed budget for the Longrow property during its conversion. It started a long and fruitful friendship,” Justine explains. “In early 2008, Peter was wanting to do other things. He had become interested in different types of farming and he was particularly interested in purchasing a dairy farm in America. To do this, he needed his New Zealand business to be organised in a way that enabled it to perform consistently without

| Rachel Burke surveys the area.

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his daily input, so he could invest and spend his time in other areas.”

Peter wanted Justine to be a part of BEL Group – but Justine had diversified into other areas, notably stints with the Dairy Research Corporation, farm ownership, Equestrian Sports New Zealand and her own business consulting focused on governance and leadership.

Justine says it took 6 months of work to agree on joining BEL Group. However, her involvement came via her other business interests.

“As it turned out, the opportunity fitted in very well with a business I had with my sister and brother-in-law, Yvette and Campbell, called Avance Limited. So Avance came in at that stage to manage the New Zealand dairy farming business of BEL Group,” she says.

Peter’s tragic death in February 2009 meant Avance’s role evolved to manage all operational aspects of the business, while assisting Andrea and the Barry family with wider areas of the business.

Justine says BEL Group results have continued to be positive, with the business growing by more than 30 percent under the stewardship of Avance during the past 5 years.

“We’ve recently restructured BEL Group to enable everyone’s ongoing growth. This has allowed me to lead the business with a ‘half time’ CEO role, while Campbell still works with BEL Group as General Manager Farms. This change is allowing both of us time to focus on new projects, which include my governance and consulting and investment into Dairy CHB, which is a company we own with Andrea that now milks 1,000 cows,” she says. “For BEL Group, it means the next stage of maturity with business management becoming internal, enabling us to reduce risk and increase active management of future succession.”

| Justine Kidd. Photo by Graeme Brown for Young Country magazine.

has joined an exclusive group Justine joined last year.

She describes the 2013 Dairy Woman of the Year Award as “pretty

“Being recognised and the opportunity it represented was hugely exciting and it has been an all-round fabulous experience.”

humbling” and says like everyone else, she just works away and tries to make the most of her opportunities.

“To be nominated was very humbling and then when I won, I really felt an enormous bout of responsibility. Being recognised and the opportunity it represented was hugely exciting and it has been an all-round fabulous experience.”

The air of responsibility the award represented provided Justine the chance to look at the opportunities afforded to women in the rural

Justine listens intently as she hears of Bee and Rachel’s thoughts

sector. She says she feels at present women’s involvement and

from Waikaka, regarding the prevalence of women in the rural

traditional roles are quite industry specific, with the dairy industry

sector. So, does Justine think that the tide has turned for women

enjoying a more in-depth involvement from women, both on-farm

in agribusiness?

and in business.

“Not yet – no. There are my ‘cohorts’, women that were around

“It’s part of our makeup with dairy,” Justine explains. “A lot of

the industry when I started like Leonie Guiney, Juliette Maclean …

our farming couples really are just that – farming couples. Both

Charmaine O’Shea … we were all starting in the industry 20 odd

partners are involved in the farm and business management. It’s

years ago. But when I look around the more corporate entities, I

part of the fabric and the culture of the dairy industry.”

think there is still plenty of opportunity for woman leaders.”

The culture, not just for dairy, is continuing evolving. It is safe to say

Justine lists off other high profile names – but Charmaine O’Shea’s

in the years that come, more women will be promoting that culture

name sticks out. The 2014 Dairy Woman of the Year, Charmaine

from the front lines.

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Get ready for a new experience Meet the future of www.farmlands.co.nz - launching mid-October 2014 Our website is already a popular place to be – every day, thousands of our shareholders and customers visit it to check out what’s new, buy the equipment they need, view their Accounts and get expert help.

So what’s changed?

Better navigation

Improved search

The top of the page has new navigation which expands when you roll over it with your mouse or tap on it with your finger (for touch screen devices).

It’s full of handy links, so you can quickly find what you’re looking for.

We’ve tidied up our site search, so if you’re looking for something specific, there is another fast way to track it down.

Faster access

Simpler design

All of our products and services are grouped under simple-tounderstand headings, so it is easier to find what you’re looking for.

You’ve been telling us you want a website with a cleaner, more modern design.

So we’ve come up with a design that offers just that.

This is just the start This is just the first step in a much bigger piece of work - to put more of our services online and make them really simple to use. Keep an eye on the website over the following months as we continue to improve your online experience.

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Next month, your statement will look a bit different - it’s our way of future proofing Farmlands All North Island shareholders will start receiving new-look statements as our processing moves to one system. Aside from the new look, the only change will be a new bank account number (notified on the statements).

To help make the transition to the new statement easier, we will soon send a few pointers on what to look for on the new statement, plus an explanation on a few of the terms used. If you have any questions about your new look statement, please feel free to call the Farmlands team on 0800 200 600.

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B12 production benefits All animals require vitamin B12 - sheep and cattle are no exceptions. In fact, without it they really don’t do very well.

Vitamin B12 deficiency is characterised by general stock wasting, poor fertility rates, failure to thrive (particularly in young animals), loss of appetite and anaemia in prolonged deficiencies.

In prolonged severe cases death may occur, usually from secondary immune suppression and associated diseases.

to stand and start suckling. They may

Ruminants rely on the bugs in their

the vitamin B12 stores of their lambs,

rumen to manufacture vitamin B12

since vitamin B12 readily crosses the

from dietary cobalt. Vitamin B12 is

placenta and is stored in the foetal liver.

essential for energy production and is

The same scenario applies to cows

also necessary for optimum growth and

pre-calve.

wool production.

These liver reserves do not last forever

Fast growing stock have a higher

though. Lambs and calves may require

requirement than adult stock. Lambs

further vitamin B12 supplementation.

and hoggets are therefore more

Supplementation can be achieved very

susceptible to cobalt deficiency than

simply through injecting sheep and

adult sheep, especially in the spring-

cattle with vitamin B12, to bolster cobalt

summer period.

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Cobalt deficient lambs are generally

their health and productivity.

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Spring is the ideal time to elevate your

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also have higher worm burdens and faecal egg counts and may be more susceptible to infectious diseases due to a non-specific immunosuppression.

Unlike its mother, a suckling new born lamb cannot manufacture vitamin B12 from dietary cobalt. It is initially entirely dependent on the vitamin B12 stored in its liver and the vitamin B12 present in its dam’s milk. Supplementing the pregnant ewe with cobalt increases

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Injecting vitamin B12 is a safe, simple and inexpensive option that delivers 4 to 6 weeks of activity and fits in well with other drenching and dipping activities on-farm. Farmers can select from plain or selenised vitamin B12 options, so at farms where selenium levels are low, stock blood levels can be bolstered at the same time.

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First drenching of new season lambs “Short-changed” by definition is to give less than the correct change. This is normally not a problem - if you do not know about it!

why it is so important to ensure lambs get

Ensuring lambs get the most appropriate first drench may be one of the most significant decisions to affect their future growth, production and the level of pasture contamination on your farm.

It is well documented that lamb productivity for new season lambs is where a farmer can be short-changed without even realising.

Once lambs hit the ground, the same debate starts as when to drench and should tapeworm products be included.

The mainstream advice is that tailing drenches are of little benefit in most situations. The question then is should lambs be drenched pre-wean or wait until weaning? Lambs are undergoing one of their most significant internal parasite challenges. Pasture will have a high level of worm egg contamination, initially supplied from ewes as their immunity is weakened. From that point forward, lambs will be the most significant source

liveweight gain but also reduced dag

right from the start. Weaning places a

score, by increasing faecal consistency

lot of stress on lambs - the combination

over both the other groups.

of separation from the ewe, removal of

There are several effective drenches that

milk and changing to a pasture based

can control roundworms - the level of

diet weakens their immune systems, all

worm resistance on your farm will dictate

happening at a time when they are already

either a double or triple combination. To

the most susceptible to parasites.

control tapeworm praziquantel is the only

This question has been answered in

active ingredient that will kill both the head

three trials conducted by Beef + Lamb

and segments of the tapeworm.

in the spring of 2010 in the Manawatu.

As a good standard of practice, it is

Lambs were grouped into untreated

recommended that lamb drenching

(control), triple drench and triple drench

starts the first couple of drenches

plus praziquantel (specific tape drench)

with an effective combination with an

treatment groups and monitored over 28

additional specific tape active. To follow

days. Across all farms the triple drench

on, it is recommended to continue with

group grew faster than control by 392g

an effective combination - whether this

total, the triple + praziquantel grew by

is a double or triple will depend on your

672g and the triple + praziquantel treated

management practice or the resistance

lambs grew 1.02kg heavier in 28 days than

levels on your farm.

untreated controls.

Do not get short-changed this spring.

A similar result was obtained by Southwell

There is pretty good evidence that a pre-

et al. in 1996 of 2kg liveweight gain over

wean drench has production advantages

2 months. Southwell also demonstrated

in many situations and that tapeworms

that praziquantel was the only tapeworm

can also reduce liveweight gain and

product to remove 100 percent of heads

have potential to increase fly strike,

and segments.

of worm eggs infecting pasture and this is

Not only did the triple + praziquantel give

the best possible anthelmintic treatment

through creating more dags on lambs.

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Smart dairy calf spring drenching It’s taken a lot of hard work to get your calves through to weaning but don’t take your foot off the accelerator now - internal parasites can significantly affect calf growth. You should put in place a drench programme that uses the right drenches at the right times to ensure your calves continue to achieve good growth rates.

threat to calves up to 15 months of age

you should include levamisole in your

- they often cause ‘subclinical’ effects -

combination drench for calves and

a decrease in appetite and growth rates

young cattle. Macrocylic lactones/

without any overt signs that calves are

avermectins (MLs/mectins) are

unwell. Ostertagia worms affect the

considered to be the best drench

abomasum, or true stomach and are

family for Ostertagia worms. Use of

considered the most harmful worms

combination drenches reduces the

in cattle. Trichostrongylus species

probability of resistant worms surviving

are important also, especially in late

drenching and the risk of drench

autumn and winter.

resistance developing.

When should I start drenching my calves?

What type of drench should I be

Remember you shouldn’t use drenches

using in these young calves?

that contain MLs/mectins, such as

Using an oral combination drench

abamectin, in calves less than 100kg

is the way to go. Oral drenches

liveweight due to the risk of toxicity. An

are recommended over pour-ons,

ideal drench to start with is Scanda.

especially in young cattle, as pour-

Scanda is a low-dose dual combination

on absorption and efficacy has been

drench that contains oxfendazole and

shown to be variable in recent trials.

levamisole. Once calves are more than

Each drench family kills worms by a

100kg you can advance to Alliance, a

different method, so combinations

low-dose triple combination, which has

of two or more actives from different

the addition of abamectin for better

drench families are more effective than

efficacy against Ostertagia worms.

single active drenches. Use a drench

How often should I be drenching

that contains the actives that are

Which worms do I need to worry

these calves?

effective against the important worm

about in calves?

species in that age of animal. In New

Cattle in their first year of life are

In calves, there are three gut worm

Zealand, Cooperia have developed

species most likely to interrupt calf

widespread resistance to both the

growth rates. Cooperia worms are a

ML/mectins and white drenches, so

Calves don’t need to be drenched until they have a worm burden. This isn’t likely to occur until pasture has been their main feed source for at least three weeks – so not until they are weaned in most cases. Don’t administer drench in milk or administer drench to calves around the same time as milk feeding, as there is a greater risk of drench toxicity. Weigh your calves (or a sample of them) prior to drenching so that you get the dose right.

more susceptible to worms and are the biggest contaminators of pasture with worm eggs. A planned drenching programme at 28 day intervals from weaning, with an effective short-

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acting combination drench, is usually recommended to avoid production losses due to worms and to help control pasture contamination.

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Take the preventative approach to ticks this season We are about to enter the time of year when tick numbers begin to increase and failure to implement control measures now makes it virtually impossible to catch up later on.

In addition to the normal animal health issues that are brought about by tick infestation, including anaemia, skin irritation and hide damage, ticks also act as transmitters (vectors) for the blood-borne disease caused by Theileria orientalis.

With 404 case herds reported in 2013 (Ref: VetScript June 2014), it is now more vital than ever to control tick numbers as best as you can to minimise your risk.

A survey of 196 farms in June 2013 reported that the number of cow deaths as a result of Theileria orientalis was 590, with 2,856 cattle showing clinical signs (Ref: VetScript June 2014).

With Theileria orientalis, not only is there a risk of cattle deaths, there are further costs in treatment of clinical cases that are not always 100 percent successful. Sub-clinical cases may also lead to a loss in production from both milk yield and impacts on reproduction,

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other species before exposing cattle,

epidemiologist at MPI’s Investigation

keeping sward length low (ensuring a

and Diagnostic Centre, modelled the

less hospitable environment for ticks)

epidemic over three affected regions in

and utilising acaricides strategically.

May 2013. Results showed the per farm

Using a preventative tick control may

impact from Theileria orientalis could

help to limit the spread of T. orientalis

be $14,000 - but the range was $4,000

and reduce your risk.

- $29,000 (Ref: VetScript June 2014).

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Farmers can never eliminate ticks from the environment as the vast proportion of their lifecycle is actually spent in and on the ground, where it is very hard to treat them at all.

Acaricides act to treat and control ticks on the animal. While you’re never going to have 100 percent protection, you can help limit the risk if you can reduce the likelihood that stock are bitten by ticks.

Quarantine measures are recommended for cattle in high risk areas and cattle that have recently been moved to an area where Theileria infection is known.

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The animals should then be treated

• Has no recorded resistance

twice in autumn and twice in spring, or

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Feeding heifer calves supplements beyond 100kg liveweight Current practices are failing to allow the majority of dairy heifers to reach optimum frame size and weights at calving.

Jersey and Crossbred heifers are generally faring better than Friesian heifers in forage-only systems. Heifer calves seem to be doing well on the home-farm up until 100kg but forage quality and quantity must be good consistently thereafter, right through to calving. How feeding in early life can affect lifetime production is only just starting to receive attention. The prepuberty period (4 to 10 months of age) was suggested as a critical time, during which excess weight gain (greater than 0.8kg/day for Friesians) might lead to fat deposition in the udder, which could limit milk production. Post-weaning diets to support steady growth of frame and muscle are likely to be more beneficial in the long term than periods

reduce the risk of surprises at mating or

for previous shortfalls post-puberty,

calving time.

extra conserved forage or hard feed

Grass quality can fall during the summer,

may be necessary. Straights such as

with reduced protein and increased

rolled barley, soya hulls or palm kernel

fibre levels that reduce both digestibility

expeller could be considered but may not

and intakes. Autumn grass can have

be ideally balanced in terms of energy

more protein and less energy than is

and protein supply, major minerals

ideal for heifer growth. Winter can be

and trace elements. Compound feeds

a challenging time – pasture and crop

should be considered if a wider range

quality drops – so determining the size

of nutrients are required in a convenient

of crops and allocations requires care

form for heifers that are slipping behind

and inclement weather can increase

targets and need a boost. One month

maintenance requirements.

of high energy pellets, such as NRM

Dairy heifer grazing and management

GrowUp Finisher 16% at 1kg per day

needs to be good, with contingency plans in case of poorer than expected forage growing seasons and inclement weather, which can increase demand.

Underfed animals are less able to cope

(after introducing gradually) would deliver enough energy for 12.5kg liveweight gain.

A 2 percent improvement in pregnancy rates is likely to go most of the way to covering the cost of a little more than one

with parasites and may require a more

25kg bag of pellets.

comprehensive anthelmintic programme.

Article supplied by Dr. Rob Derrick, Farmlands Nutritionist.

When pasture supply is limited or when bigger gains are required to make up

of excessive weight gain (associated with fat deposition) to recover from a previous shortfall against targets. Small calves do not eat more to try to catch up to their larger peers and the gap between light and heavy calves sent away to grazing is likely to get wider. Pressure on grazing often means that calves are sent away to graziers at set times – if possible, selectively feeding later borne calves compound feed to 120kg liveweight may be worthwhile. The use of scales or at least weight bands is worthwhile, to determine what animals need help and Good quality crops can support adequate winter growth rates.

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Understanding laboratory analysis PART 2 – METABOLISABLE ENERGY AND CRUDE PROTEIN

Laboratory analyses are a relatively inexpensive way to check the nutritional value of home-grown forages and potential big purchases, such as maize silage and supplements.

animal feeding trials, where laboratory

abreast of the protein content of the total

results have been judged and equations

diet. Protein is critical for growth and

developed. Some relatively recently

milk production. Whereas the cell walls

popular by-products (like palm kernel

of plants consist of carbohydrates, the

expeller) have not been extensively

cell walls of animal cells are composed

tested with animals, so there is less

almost entirely of protein. Rather than test

For ruminants, the ME (metabolisable

confidence in the accuracy of laboratory

samples for protein (which is complex),

energy) value of feeds gives an indication

tests that report their ME. There are

laboratories determine the amount of

of the energy available to the animal

several equations to determine ME from

nitrogen (N) present. They assume that

for maintenance and production and is

laboratory analyses and methods to

protein on average contains 16 percent

defined as:

determine digestibility vary, so different

N, so multiply the N by 6.25 and report

New Zealand labs will give different

the crude protein percentage. This is a

results for the same sample. In North

reasonable estimate but in silages for

America, Total Digestible Nutrients is

example, up to 70 percent of the total

more commonly used to measure energy

N may be in the non-protein form due

levels and equations used to determine

to extensive breakdown by microbial

ME is normally quoted as megajoules/

ME may not be directly comparable to

fermentation. Protein requirements

kg DM (i.e. millions of joules). Unlike a

New Zealand values.

depend on the class of stock being

directly measurable parameter like dry

The increasing use of low protein

fed and their level of production -

matter, the ME of a sample sent to a

supplements like maize silage and grains,

supplementary protein can be very cost

laboratory is typically calculated on an

compounded by the seemingly increasing

effective if it is limiting production.

equation based on digestibility. It is only

variability in pasture quality, have

an estimate of what a feed should deliver

increased the importance of keeping

Article supplied by Dr. Rob Derrick, Farmlands Nutritionist.

Metabolisable energy = Digestible energy – (methane energy + urinary energy) Digestible energy of feed = Gross energy – faecal energy

when fed as part of a balanced diet to animals with good rumen function. Most organic matter has very similar gross energy – straw has lots of energy and will keep you warm if burnt – but the degree and nature of the fibre present greatly reduces its digestibility and the ME. Generally, the higher the ME, the higher the digestibility of forages or supplements. The exception to this are feeds containing fat above 5 percent, whose high ME value can offset a high fibre component.

Over the years, the ME of different feeds has been determined by detailed

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Good tucker for pigs The much maligned pig is a misunderstood creature. “Sweats like a pig”, “dirty as a pig” and “ fat as a pig” suggest something different from reality – pigs sweat very little, prefer to keep themselves clean and, especially in modern times, have been bred to be lean. For those who want to put wholesome food on the table or just enjoy pig ownership, NRM Pig Tucker is available to help make pig feeding safe and convenient, without the need for an in-depth knowledge of pig nutrition.

Feeding table scraps to pigs The 2001 Foot and Mouth outbreak in the UK, during which more than 10 million sheep and cattle were killed to halt the disease, was thought to have originated on a pig farm where untreated waste food had been fed to pigs. Feeding table scraps along with pelleted feed can be a cheap and economical way to raise pigs on a lifestyle block. However, it’s important to be aware of the regulations that come with this practice, which is generally termed as swill feeding. Under

the 2005 Biosecurity Regulations, it is a requirement that all meat, or food waste that has come into contact with meat, must be heated to 100oC for one hour, to destroy any bacteria or viruses present.

Failure to comply with this regulation can mean that an individual can be fined – but more importantly, the wider New Zealand livestock industry can be at great risk. In addition, whilst appearing to be the archetypal scavenger, pigs are less well-equipped than ruminants to cope with mycotoxins, are far more sensitive to mouldy feed and can suffer if treated like a proverbial dustbin for waste feed.

Compound feed for pigs

and vitamins help support the growth,

NRM’s Pig Tucker is available as pellets

health and fertility of pigs at all stages

or larger nuts. It contains vitamins and

from two weeks post-weaning. Whilst

minerals and is a nutritionally complete

growing pigs should be fed ad-lib for

feed, meaning that if desired, only pellets

maximum growth, some feed restriction

or nuts may be fed on a daily basis to

may be necessary at older ages to

meet the pig’s requirement. Additional

minimise fat deposition. Dry sows and

table scraps, bread or milk can be

boars are typically fed 2-3kg/pig/day but

provided but the pellets should make up

when feeding pregnant sows care should

the majority of the diet to get the best

be taken not to overfeed, as excessive

results. Based on quality ingredients,

weight gain causes overfat sows, which

the addition of minerals, trace elements

have a lower feed intake and therefore reduced milk production after farrowing.

Lactating sows can be given ad-lib access to pellets (up to 8kg) to maximise milk production. Pig Tucker is suitable for smaller breeds such as KuneKune – the feeding rates should be reduced to around 0.5-0.75kg/pig/day and care should be taken not to allow pigs to become overweight.

Article supplied by Dr. Rob Derrick, Farmlands Nutritionist.

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The power of sunflowers

Omega Feeds was established in 1999 as a branch division of the only human food chain processor of sunflower kernel in Australia. For the past 15 years, they have been providing the equine industry with quality high fibre feeds and high fat supplements based on the goodness of sunflower. The concept of fibrous based feeds, opposed to traditional grain based feeds, gives the product range a unique difference in the marketplace.

including colic, gastric ulcers and

• Reduced incidence of tying up

laminitis, just to name a few. Horse

• Reduced risk of colic

owners wanting to reduce the impact

• Less likely to develop gastric ulcers

It is well documented in scientific

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HORTICULTURE

Brown rot management in summerfruit Brown rot is a fungal disease that may cause serious damage to summerfruit.

It is a disease that is prevalent in all regions where summerfruit is grown and most severe where spring and summer rains are more frequent.

Managing the crop canopy is important

Infection generally occurs during

rot establishing.

prolonged wet weather periods during

Chemical control involves growers

to ensure effective spray penetration.

Equally important is keeping a short moon sward between tree rows – and a clean herbicide strip free of weeds will reduce the humidity levels and therefore hinder spores of brown

flowering. The disease manifests as

maintaining a weather based protectant

blossom blight or twig canker at this time. Later infections appear as a rot

fungicide programme over the flowering | Brown rot on peach at harvest time.

on ripening fruit, both on the tree and

period, ensuring cover is applied prior to any infection events. Sprays for

in storage. In all cases, the disease

brown rot should be timed from pink

causes significant yield losses and if

until the petals fall. During this period,

not controlled at flowering, it will be an

there are many options using DMIs

uphill battle for the rest of the season.

and other chemistries. Be sure to

A prime source of inoculum is from

understand the maximum number

the mummified fruit from the previous

of applications of each chemistry

season, which have remained on the

and the timing.

tree. Even fruit that has fallen to the

The second important control period is

ground is an issue, even though they

the 3 week period immediately before

may have rotted away.

harvest, or when fruit begins to colour.

Control of brown rot revolves around

The choice of fungicides at this time

cultural, tree health and chemical options. Orchard hygiene is the crucial cultural remedy. Removing decaying fruit or accelerating the

depends on what has been used at | Brown rot on apricot left on tree for several months, damaging next year’s wood.

This must be removed at pruning time.

breakdown of spent fruit will minimise

is less susceptible to disease. That

the food source for the fungi. Similarly,

said, high rates of nitrogen should be

removing fruit “mummies” has the

avoided, as this has been associated

same effect. Pruning any cankered or

with increased incidence of disease.

dead twigs and mulching or removing

On the other hand, fruit calcium levels

from the orchard will also reduce

are critical and should be maximised.

inoculum levels.

Foliar sprays with Calcium 175, pre-pit

Tree health is influenced by nutrition

hardening and post-pit hardening will

and it is well established a healthy tree

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flowering. With all sprays used, they will only be as effective as the coverage achieved.

Brown rot is a disease that can be managed relatively easily.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store or your local Farmlands Horticulture Technical Advisor.

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Biostimulants that really stimulate Being a grower, it is risky to rely on luck and increasing crop growth to be more profitable. To increase profitability the grower needs to be proactive, constantly evaluating new techniques to beat the competition.

One trend is to have produce available for the early market, before prices fall to the lower, regular returns. Another option may be to plant the crop outside the usual season when there is little competition, making it possible to achieve higher prices.

create extra stress on young or

These can be profitable tactics but at

“Yes, we can!”

the same time, we are trying to push

Mr Kumar is using biostimulants that

or grow the crop outside its natural

really stimulate plant growth and yield.

season and plants will struggle to

Based in South Auckland and growing

reach their potential yield. As we

for the past 6 years, his best returns

move through spring, most growers

are achieved in the peak winter time

are geared up for their busy time and

for his hydroponic tomatoes. He is

improved quality.

expect plants to perform strongly.

using biostimulants as a drench,

Biostimulants manufactured by

However it is common to have cold

starting in autumn, to help the plant

leading companies are generally also

winds, thunderstorms, late frosts or

roots grow very quickly, achieving

made from natural plant extracts and

sudden drops in temperature, possibly

maximum nutrient uptake. Spraying

therefore have no withholding period

for days at a time. Such conditions

biostimulants during winter, to minimise

(pre-harvest interval). This allows

plant stress from cold temperatures

application even 2 or 3 days prior to

and low light, is another practice that

harvest. Steven Dass, Field Manager at

can increase yield.

Farmlands Pukekohe, has seen good

This also applies to outdoor

results recently with a local grower.

emerging plants and shoots, which can result in a major setback: plant metabolism slows down and they struggle to grow, taking some time to get back to their normal growth rate.

This is where “outside the square” thinking comes into the picture. Even under the stressful conditions, can we help the plant maintain its optimal metabolism and growth? Is it possible to give a plant that “extra kick” to resist and recover from stress?

Ask Mr Kumar and the answer is

crops. When scientifically proven biostimulants are used in a proper, targeted manner, we can protect the

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better growth, increased yield and

In this case, his grower says regular application of biostimulants to the crops helps to “freshen them up and

plants before extreme stress occurs

look better on the shelf”.

and also help the plants overcome

For more information, please talk

stressful conditions. As the plants

to the friendly team at your local

recover quickly, the grower can achieve

Farmlands store.

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HORTICULTURE

Mealy bug control to help reduce Grapevine Leafroller Virus Grapevine Leafroller-associated Virus Type 3 (GLRaV-3) could develop into epidemic levels and cripple the grape growing industry. GLRaV-3 affects both white and red wine-grape varieties and significantly affects both vine performance and wine quality.

Moreover, the presence of this virus appears to be on the increase.

mealy bug (Pseudococcus longispinus) is mostly seen living in the upper vine canopy and citrophilus mealy bug (Pseudococcus calceolariae) is generally found clustered on grape vine roots. The highest number of mealy bug infestations can be found late season in the grape bunch area, feeding within the shelter of the grape bunch and hidden away from natural predators.

Mealy bug can have a symbiotic association with ants, who protect them from other predator insects in exchange for a sweet honeydew they secrete.

Broadleaf weed species under the vines, such as nightshade and clover, are also host plants worth monitoring.

Control of the virus clearly begins with controlling the vector. Chemical control

On red grape varieties, visible

depends on the growth stage of the

symptoms on leaves are reddening

vine. Programmes revolve around the

between green veins and reverse rolled

broad spectrum insecticide Tokuthion

and oil, buprofezin (which interferes with the moulting process of juveniles) and the systemic insecticide Movento 100SC. Imidacloprid also has a place in the programme.

Mealy bug control will also be enhanced with predators. The sowing of plants that encourage lacewings and hover flies will help. Releasing cryptolaemus – the predatory ladybird, is another option.

Mealy bug control is a specialist area

back leaf, which develops later in the

and your local Farmlands Horticulture

growing season towards veraison.

Technical Advisor is there to determine

White grape varieties do not express

the best programme to achieve the

the same leaf symptoms, apart from

result you desire.

some leaf yellowing and the reverse roll

For more information, please talk

back leaf. Virus infected vines will have

to the friendly team at your local

delayed maturity and reduced yields

Farmlands store.

as the vines age. Monitoring, tagging and collecting leaf or cane samples for laboratory testing will confirm

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your diagnosis.

Mealy bugs have been identified as the vector for the disease. For that reason, monitoring and mapping mealy bug incidence is critical for planning control measures. The long tailed

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FORAGE AND ARABLE

Boost your bottom line with new pasture Renewing under-performing paddocks this spring can add thousands to your bottom line.

“Other things can wait. Getting poor paddocks up to full production can’t,” says Agriseeds Pasture Systems Manager, Graham Kerr.

“Research tells us the amount of pasture eaten is the key driver of profit on New Zealand dairy farms and sowing new grass and clover into run-out paddocks is still one of the best farm investments you can make.

“New pasture gives low cost feed to keep productivity up and expenses down."

While cost control is critical, farmers cannot afford not to maintain and build the areas of their business that improve farm profitability, Graham says.

“The cost of pasture renewal is a one-off but the gains repeat themselves grazing after grazing. Unlike imported supplements, which are fed once and then gone, extra growth from new pasture sown this spring can be grazed again and again.”

New pasture varieties typically grow 6-8 tonnes more DM/ha (or 50100 percent) than old, poor producing grass and clover. They produce more milksolids/ha, have higher metabolisable energy (ME), offer better seasonal growth and are easier to manage for optimal quality.

Graham says when the numbers are crunched, few other farm investments deliver a better return than new and improved pasture varieties.

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For Colin Muir, herd manager at Pareora Dairy in South Canterbury, one of the most obvious measures of improved productivity from new pasture genetics is faster return times on his grazing rotation.

most, we’d be looking at getting back into the Trojan paddocks every 18 days, compared with 23-24 days for slower ones.

Trojan ryegrass was sown across 100ha in December 2012 and January to March 2013, as part of the process of converting the irrigated 233ha (effective) farm to dairying. It was supplied by Farmlands Technical Field Officer Dave Schrader, from Farmlands Timaru.

Colin calved 920 cows at Pareora this spring. Last year the farm milked 900 cows for a total production of 364,000kg/MS. All cows are wintered off and some supplement is imported but pasture is definitely the most important and cost effective source of feed for the business, Colin says.

Having seen Trojan’s performance at the previous farm he managed, Colin Muir says he knew it would produce plenty of palatable DM.

Trojan ryegrass combines key attributes of persistence, endophyte, quality feed and high yield to help farmers get the most out of their cows and their land.

“It’s gone very well here. We’re able to graze it a bit quicker than some of our other paddocks – during October and November, when we’re growing our

To find out more, talk to your helpful Farmlands team today.

“It was probably a bit faster to establish than some of the other ones, too.”

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Choosing the best kale Kale is an excellent feed source when you’re looking for weight gain in stock - but the days of making this choice based solely on dry matter (DM) are long gone. With a wide selection of modern kale cultivars available, it’s important that farmers are focused on making the correct selection based on their individual situation, to ensure they deliver stock plenty of leaf and also good plant quality.

Farmlands Technical Field Officer, Drew Carruthers has experienced success with Regal kale on a farm in Waikouaiti, Otago. “Feed quality and the higher ME (metabolisable energy) content of Regal kale is a great way to grow yearling cattle out for November sales,” farmer James Dempster says.

“Regal is a big leafy crop with good levels of dry matter and the cattle do well on it. There’s not a lot of wastage. They are on Regal for a 70-75 day winter and with the inclusion of baleage, they are able to grow at 400-600g/day over the winter months. The young cattle do well on it,” he says.

A recent Canterbury kale study (Westwood et al. 2014)* delivered results that can help with the identification of the best kale cultivar based on the specific needs. Key results were as follows: Dry matter yield: Regal® and Gruner yielded significantly more DM than Kestrel or Rawera kales. A late winter flush of leaf growth lifted yields of Regal and Kestrel but not Gruner or Rawera.

For the best of both worlds, yield and leaf, choose Regal.

Leaf percentage: Regal and Kestrel delivered more leaf compared with Gruner or Rawera. The difference was

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| James Dempster in a Regal kale paddock, Otago.

very obvious by late winter. For a leafy crop, particularly in late winter, choose Regal or Kestrel.

Energy content: Kestrel contained significantly more energy (MJ ME/kg DM) and less fibre (NDF) than the other kales.

While Kestrel yielded less dry matter per hectare, the energy density of Kestrel lifted MJ ME yield per hectare to levels comparable with other cultivars.

Stem quality: Kestrel had the best quality stem with MJ ME of top stem 13.0 and the stem base 11.6 MJ ME. Rawera stem base was very poor quality (8.7 MJ ME/ kg DM), almost 3.3 MJ ME lower than stem top.

RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. If DM yield of feed is your only requirement, choose Regal or Gruner.

Both yield well, however Regal flushed with new leaf growth in late winter while Gruner lost leaf. When late winter leaf and yield is needed, choose Regal over Gruner.

2. Where stock liveweight gain and/or body condition score is your priority, choose Kestrel. With very high quality stem and good leaf percentage, Kestrel delivers the premium feed option. Where yield and quality are equally important, Regal's high leaf percentage and top yield delivers both, optimising performance for your stock.

SELECTION TIPS: 1. Regal is the kale of choice for excellent DM yields and leaf production, even in late winter.

2. Choose Kestrel when high energy feed is needed for top priority stock classes.

For more information, contact your local Farmlands Technical Field Officer.

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Reference: *Westwood C.T., Cutts M.K., Russell R.J., O’Brien K.M. (2014) Effect of timing of harvest on nutritive value and dry matter yield of four cultivars of kale (Brassica oleracea L. Var. acephala) Proceeedings of the New Zealand Grasslands Association (in press).

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FORAGE AND ARABLE

Planning for a future fodder beet crop Growing a fodder beet crop requires significant forethought and planning to ensure good crop establishment and high yield. Many farmers achieving top yields with fodder beet are incorporating the crop into their paddock rotation and know what paddock the beet will be planted in, two years in advance. This gives them time to check the paddock history, fix any fertility issues the paddock may have and ensure that conditions are optimum for planting.

Paddock selection is key when it comes to determining both the yield and utilisation of the crop. When selecting a paddock, do not choose the worst one on the property or one that requires a significant amount of work to break it in.

It is also important to consider access for grazing stock or harvesting equipment, as well as how well the paddock tolerates winter grazing. If the paddock has water table issues, or is prone to washouts, it may not be the best paddock choice.

Fodder beet prefers a light to medium, free draining soil but will thrive on a range of soil types, provided they are reasonably well drained and not acidic.

As pH is a key issue for fodder beet crops, any corrections need to be made 12-18 months prior to planting beet. It is recommended that a soil test to 150mm is used to determine soil fertility. Doing this early allows more time to get the pH to the optimum range of 6.2-6.5. Lime can be used to correct pH levels that come back around 5.6-5.9, but when the pH is nearer to 5, consider another crop rotation prior to planting beet.

There are a number of other cropping options that will provide good dry

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| Farmlands visit to Canterbury beet, November 2013.

matter production, while at the same time allowing weed control and fertility corrections to be undertaken in preparation for a beet crop. SF Punter chicory, SF Bolt triticale and short term ryegrasses such as SF Indulgence are all good options for filling in a year before planting beet.

While these break crops give the opportunity for selective chemical weed control, it is important to ensure that chemicals do not leave a residual.

Following a brassica crop can be problematic, mainly due to the chemicals used for weed control. T-MaxTM, RadiateTM and Telar in HT brassicas all have a 2 year stand down period prior to beet. Discuss chemical options for weed control in brassicas with your Farmlands Technical Field Officer.

Cereal growers should avoid using chlorsulfuron, while those that follow a maize crop need to be aware that atrazine can affect fodder beet seedling establishment. Where chemical residuals are present, seedlings will often be slow to emerge, with discoloration and

disfiguration that impacts upon overall crop growth and yield. Always check with your Farmlands Technical Field Officer on what chemical options to use when 2 years out from selecting paddocks to grow beet in.

After the break crop, if time allows, a fallow period can be used to continue weed control and conserve soil moisture.

The seed bed should be well worked, free of clods and with target seed bed moisture (0-50cm) of 80 percent to ensure a quick and even establishment.

Multiple surface workings and nonselective herbicide applications prior to planting reduce weed burden prior to planting and may reduce the need for an extra specific chemical application post-emergence. Correct seed bed preparation is one of the most important steps to a high producing fodder beet crop and your local Farmlands Technical Officer can help you to achieve this.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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Caucasian and white clover hybrid an exciting advance A caucasian clover and white clover hybrid with roots growing deeper than typically seen in clover is the latest advance in more drought tolerant pasture.

Germinal Seeds’ AberLasting is a hybrid clover that combines the rhizomes (underground roots) of caucasian clover with the nutritive and nitrogen fixing qualities of white clover.

The result is a deeper rooted clover that makes the most of the caucasian clover’s strengths, which are its long life, resistance to pests and diseases and ability to tolerate heavy and continuous grazing once established.

Caucasian clover on its own can be slow to establish and has poor seed production, while white clover can be limited by its stolons (rooting stems) at ground level being less effective in dry soil.

But the plant breeders behind AberLasting have developed a clover hybrid that exploits the rooting vigour of caucasian clover while retaining the high nutritive value and year round growth of white clover.

with Aber high sugar ryegrass varieties.

Dunedin-based Farmlands Technical Field Officer, Drew Carruthers says the roots and overall growth of AberLasting sown late last October at Stoneburn, near Palmerston, look promising.

“The farmer and an agronomist were both impressed by the plant’s establishment and the size of its roots for a relatively young clover plant.”

AberLasting had been distributed in seed mixes by Drew to east and central Otago farms as a pre-commercial release of AberLasting, so they could trial the deeper rooting clover.

“In theory, if AberLasting is half as good as its breeding suggests then it should be more tolerant of clover root weevil,” said Drew, a TFO for 17 years who previously farmed sheep and beef near Gore.

Clover root weevil has caused a widespread decline in clover performance and consequently set back lamb growth rates in damaged pasture.

In AberLasting the best of both parent plants are combined to offer farmers the agronomic payback of a reliable clover coupled with an inherent drought tolerance.

A small leaf clover, AberLasting is suitable for use in all grazing systems and particularly in permanent pasture where water is limited – and all Aber clovers are bred to be fully compatible

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| Farmlands Otago TFO Drew Carruthers takes a close look at pasture sown in ryegrass with AberLasting as part of the clover mix at Stoneburn, near Palmerston.

“Anything that can retain a deeper rooting system should be more resilient and that has got to be an advantage.”

Germinal Seeds says further good news for farmers is that medium and large leaf white clover/caucasian hybrids are in the Aber pipeline, to benefit a wide variety of pastoral farm systems.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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| The influence of rhizome genetics is evident in this close-up of AberLasting’s dense root growth.

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Key points to consider when planting lucerne this spring The current resurgence in the use of lucerne across a range of farming systems will once again see many farmers planting the crop this spring.

Known for its high feed value, fast growth rates and excellent animal performance, lucerne is a reliable perennial feed option. This coupled with drought tolerance and persistency puts it well ahead of many other forage options available for farmers.

In addition to this, a vast amount of recent publicity from both Lincoln University’s Professor Derrick Moot and noted Marlborough farmer Doug Avery has highlighted the flexibility and robustness that lucerne adds to a farm system.

well as throughout the life of the stand with an annual winter spray.

Recent work has highlighted the benefits of establishing lucerne in the spring. Warming soil temperatures and conserved soil moisture will ensure good establishment. It is critical that there is a sufficient period of fallow prior to when lucerne will be sown, as to ensure good soil moisture and maximum opportunity to control weeds prior to planting. Using a break crop, such as a brassica or a cereal, prior to planting your lucerne is advised. This gives you time to eliminate ‘hard-tokill’ weeds such as couch, horehound, dandelion and hieracium with a greater chemical spectrum, before the crop is planted. A high weed burden will negatively impact upon the productivity and persistence of any lucerne crop, and it is important to keep weeds in check from the establishment stage, as

There are a wide range of lucerne varieties available for use in New Zealand. One of the key things to consider when you are looking to select a variety is what you plan to be using it for: grazing, silage/hay or both. Not all varieties are best suited to grazing.

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At establishment, in cultivated soil, always look to use Trifluralin. Fathen is one of the main weed issues around establishment and Trifluralin is very effective when incorporated into the spray programme correctly. Post establishment and in direct drilled situations there are a wide range of chemical options, to ensure that weeds are not present in the stand. It is important to keep weeds under control from the early stages of establishment, even when the weed populations appear to be low. Get in touch with your local Farmlands Technical Field Officer for recommendations specific to your crop.

Lucerne varieties are rated according to their dormancy. It is important to consider the dormancy rating of the lucerne and ensure that the majority of dry matter production will occur at a time that is well matched to the feed demands of your farming system. The lower the dormancy rating, the less active the plant is during the winter period. Traditionally low dormancy varieties (with ratings of 3 and 4) are used in cold, inland environments, while those with less winter dormancy (ratings 5 to 10) are grown in more

coastal areas with more benign winters.

Seed Force has made it easy to work out the dormancy ratings of their lucerne varieties. Force 4, Force 5 and Force 7 are available to farmers this spring, with the number in each name giving an indication of the dormancy rating. As more farmers look to graze lucerne, there has been a shift towards using varieties with a higher dormancy rating on warmer, north facing sites, at inland locations. This earlier spring growth gives greater grazing flexibility and farmers will often lamb onto the lucerne crop, or graze with ewes and lambs soon after lambing. In these situations, a variety such as Force 7 will benefit farmers looking for early spring production from their lucerne crop.

All three lucerne offerings from Seed Force have the ability to be grazed or cut. The Force 5 and Force 7 varieties being introduced this season have been specifically bred for good grazing tolerance and cool season activity.

Typically the higher the dormancy rating, the less suited the plant is to grazing as the crown of the plant is elevated above soil level, leaving it prone to grazing damage. However, elite plants with good cool season growth were selected from heavily grazed plots to develop the cultivars, which are both robust under grazing.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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FORAGE AND ARABLE

One50 - a popular choice amongst farmers West Otago farmers Cliff and Elizabeth Brenssell have been growing One50 AR1 perennial ryegrass for the past four years. Their high producing dairy support and beef fattening farm of 160 hectares has instigated the change from earlier flowering ryegrasses and grasses with low endophyte (LE), to the later flowering One50 AR1 (+20 days). This has provided them with more options, stronger summer and autumn pasture production and protection against the pasture insect pest, Argentine Stem Weevil (ASW).

“It is high producing land, so we want the best,” Cliff says.

One50 perennial ryegrass is one of the highest performing cultivars available and it comes as no surprise that it is a popular choice amongst farmers that are after high quality, high persisting and superior summer, autumn and winter growth. Cliff and Elizabeth operate a cut and carry system at Crookston, approximately 7km east of Heriot, where they are essentially a “grass factory”, growing and selling grass. One50 has enabled them to get the most out of their system. The grass they grow can support dairy heifers through winter with no supplementary feed and they get four cuts per year from their pastures, with an annual application of 500kg/ha of 15% Potash Sulphur Super to replace what is removed.

The grass silage is an excellent supplement feed to tie in nicely with the large amount of winter feed crops Cliff grows and sells standing.

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With a 20 day later heading date than Nui, One50’s flush of production occurs towards mid to late spring, with excellent summer growth carrying on into the autumn and winter. This suits Cliff and Elizabeth’s system, where they don’t particularly have a need for that early spring growth that earlier heading ryegrasses can provide. “Summer and autumn growth is more important for us,” explains Cliff - “and we need the higher winter activity of late heading ryegrasses like One50”. With their own beef wintering barn, the Brenssells are able to utilise this when the beef market is looking good by buying in beef calves in the autumn for trading and selling as stores in November.

The decision to start using AR1 novel endophyte on the Brenssells farm was made due to the increasing pressures of ASW and the thinning out of their pastures. AR1 is an animal safe endophyte, producing the non-toxic alkaloid, Peramine, which provides effective insect control against ASW. Historically, Southland farmers had sown grasses with standard endophyte, which was high in the alkaloids Peramine, Ergovaline and Lolitrem B. The latter two alkaloids led to reduced animal production and health problems, through ryegrass staggers and heat stress. This in turn led to the significant market shift to the use of low endophyte grasses, which offer no protection against any pasture insect pests. Subsequently the Southland region has observed the gradual re-establishment and increasing

| Farmlands Tapanui TFO Nick Aitken, Cliff Brenssell and Agricom Sales Manager Gareth Kean.

populations of seriously detrimental pasture insect pests (such as ASW) back into their pastures.

One50 with AR1 endophyte has allowed Cliff and Elizabeth Brenssell to get the most out of their high producing farming system, increasing production at critical times of the year and reducing the detrimental effects that ASW can cause. “We have been happy with One50 and will continue to use it in the future,” Cliff says.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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Kick start your brassica crop Pasture shortages are encountered all too often by farmers these days and they can have a serious impact on productivity – not to mention the stress they can cause. Planting a brassica crop can provide good quantities of high-quality feed, which helps to fill the gap when pasture is low. However, to get the best out of a brassica crop, it needs to be managed well, starting before the crop is even sown.

Grant Gillard, Ballance Merchant Relationship Representative, says one of the keys to a good crop is ensuring soil fertility is adequate to meet your yield goals. “Make sure you soil test, preferably well before planting, so that you have a measure of current nutrient levels and an indication if any are lacking. You can use the test Ballance has developed specifically for brassicas.

“Soil testing will also measure the pH - for brassicas you need this to lie between 5.8 and 6.2. If your pH is low, you will need to add lime - this will take at least 6 months to take effect, which is why you need to soil test early.

Also, if any nutrients are lacking, testing early will give you plenty of time to correct this.”

If you need to adjust soil fertility, a product in the Superten range will often be appropriate. Alternatively, if your magnesium levels are low (if Quick Test Mg is below 8-10), Serpentine Super could fit the bill. Note that brassicas do not need a lot of sulphur to do well

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- don’t add any sulphur if soil testing shows your sulphate-sulphur levels are between 2 and 10, as doing so would promote the formation of SMCOs, compounds that are unfavourable for stock health.

“Brassicas need fertile soil to yield well,” says Grant. “In particular, they have high requirements for nitrogen and phosphorus (the target is an Olsen P of 15-20). Brassicas don’t have extensive root networks, so they’re poor at foraging for nutrients. Putting nitrogen and phosphorus close to – but not touching – the seed at planting helps get them off to a good start.”

There are a number of options to consider when choosing a starter fertiliser, including Cropzeal Boron Boost, DAP and Serpentine Super.

One of the advantages of choosing

Cropzeal Boron Boost is that it has been developed specifically to meet the requirements of brassica crops. It is a compound fertiliser, with nitrogen, phosphorus and boron included in every granule. Since there is no chance of segregation, you can be sure that boron will be distributed evenly through the crop. This is important, because boron deficiency in brassicas can cause plant health issues, including brown heart in bulb-forming crops, like swedes and turnips and hollow stem in other species, like kale.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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FORAGE AND ARABLE

New ryegrasses bred for our farmers Two new ryegrasses have addressed the most common issues faced by pastoral farmers - winter and early spring growth and grazing tolerance.

The two newest cultivars from DLF Seeds' plant breeders in New Zealand are Ansa and Bronte diploid perennial ryegrasses with AR1 endophyte, which have been designed to meet the specific needs of NZ farmers.

“Farmers want pastures that grow well throughout the year but especially in winter and early spring, when our cold temperatures and short days limit pasture growth and make it difficult to feed animals cheaply,” says Pedro Evans, plant breeder. “So that was one of our main priorities when we started breeding perennial ryegrass 9 years ago. We screened thousands of plants and selected the very elite performers in winter and early spring.”

This breeding emphasis has been borne out in replicated trials. Ansa perennial ryegrass yielded better than 10 of the 11 cultivars it was tested against over winter, with Meridian the only cultivar equal to Ansa. Ansa also performs very well throughout the rest of the year.

| Elizabeth Kitson, DLF Seeds plant breeder, inspects Ansa ryegrass in an early trial.

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Pedro, as a result of conducting pasture research in Australia for many years, also understood the link between tiller density of ryegrass and its persistence.

“A second characteristic we selected for was high tiller density, as this is important for the plant to maintain good ground cover, tolerate grazing and droughts and compete strongly with weeds. To select for grazing tolerance, we grazed severely with sheep, before picking out the plants with the best recovery and density.”

says. “We had to graze it in early winter with Friesian bulls when it snowed and it went completely black with pugging but it has bounced back really well and grown strongly in early spring. It’s also palatable, the stock love it.”

| Ansa ryegrass in late winter, Wairarapa.

| Sam Sturgess with Chris Pemberton in his crop of Kyros fodder beet.

Ansa has a medium-late heading date, with high annual production but with outstanding performance in winter and spring. Bronte has similar growth but a later heading date, finer leaf and even higher tiller density.

Farmlands Technical Field Officer Sam Sturgess, now based in Oamaru, was impressed with the trial performance of Ansa and recommended it to Rod and Chris Pemberton, who farm on the hills east of Ettrick, Otago. Chris is pleased with the choice and will plant more Ansa this spring. “It has very good winter growth and is robust,” Chris

Ansa is highly recommended for all high-performance farm types, including dairy farms, where its high production, especially over winter and early spring, is greatly appreciated. Bronte suits farmers wanting a later heading ryegrass and the high tiller density and ground cover also make it an ideal grass for sheep and beef farms, as it tolerates periods of intense grazing very well.

Previous releases from the DLF New Zealand breeders were the tetraploid ryegrasses Jeta AR1 and Tanker and these have proven to be high performers in regional trials and on many farms.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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FORAGE AND ARABLE

AGTUF WHITE/BLACK SILAGE SHEETING

TEN FACTS ABOUT TAMANET EDGE TO EDGE

Although this technically advanced silage sheet has been on the market for some years now, it remains the product of choice for many farmers, having thoroughly proved itself in the tough farm environment.

1. Edge to Edge. Gives maximum crop protection, manufactured using Tama's unique Edge to Edge technology, which guarantees full bale coverage from all round balers.

In addition to its high strength, Agtuf offers excellent ensilaging characteristics, thanks to its effective oxygen barrier.

Manufactured using advanced polymers and the latest extrusion technology, Agtuf offers exceptional durability.

Many products can be damaged when sheeting down the stack.

The high strength and impact resistance of Agtuf can help prevent this from happening. However if the product is damaged, its superior tear strength minimises further splitting. As a result Agtuf is easier to use and lasts longer, making it a cost effective choice for both farmer and contractor.

Given New Zealand's harsh UV radiation levels, especially formulated UV inhibitors are incorporated in the polymer formulation, which protect it from UV degradation whilst in use.

In addition, Agtuf boasts excellent heat reflective properties, with both its white colour and thickness maintaining a consistent appearance, making clear spots a thing of the past.

2. Saves you time. Tama's longer length rolls significantly reduce "down time" by reducing the number of roll changes required.

3. Money. The longest length netwrap available, so saving you money.

4. Consistency. TamaNet Edge to Edge rolls are consistent in length, strength and especially working in the baler - trouble free, meaning less operational worries.

5. Roll end warning. Every roll of TamaNet Edge to Edge contains a visible warning stripe over the last 70 metres of the net, which shows the end of the roll is approaching.

6. Zebra system. The asymmetrical striping pattern of TamaNet Edge to Edge gives the operator a very clear "left-right" indicator when loading the net roll.

7. Carry handles. Every roll of Edge to Edge is fitted with purpose carrying handles, to assist the operator in handling and carrying the roll.

8. Less waste. Much more net on a roll means fewer roll changes required for the same bale count, so waste packaging is significantly reduced.

9. Transportation. The longest length rolls on the market means more metres in every roll - many more bales can be wrapped for the same storage volume.

10. Medicine for the baler. After the field is harvested, what remains are perfectly formed bales - "Stripes Means Quality".

Agpac's top tips for sheeting down the silage stack.

1. Keep silage sheets in their original packaging until required.

2. Lift with care to avoid personal injury.

3. Unwrap carefully, place product packaging with other waste polythene for subsequent recycling.

4. Apply the sheet immediately after the stack filling is completed.

5. Unroll, white side facing up, in a forwards direction moving across the stack evenly, flattening the film down carefully as you move forward.

6. Avoid excessive contact with the sheet surface by footwear, heavy or sharp objects.

7. Ensure the sheet is securely weighted down around the stack edges to achieve the best possible seal.

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FORAGE AND ARABLE

The principle of silage making The goal of silage making is to conserve and store crop nutrients using lactic acid bacteria, to ensure rapid fermentation in air-free conditions and to minimise losses from harvesting until feeding.

Whatever the system, the ensiling and storage system's main functions are to exclude air during the ensiling process and to prevent air from entering the silage during storage.

Speed of harvest, moisture content, chop length, silage distribution and compaction can greatly influence the fermentation process and storage losses. Efficient fermentation generally ensures a more palatable and digestible feedstuff. This promotes maximum dry matter consumption by livestock that usually results in improved milk and/or liveweight gain performance.

Silage insights – key points on bale wrap 1. A high proportion of valuable forage grass such as ryegrass and clover.

2. Mow at the time of ear or panicle emergence of the dominating plant and at the latest when the plants are beginning to bloom.

3. Mow after the dew has dried off at approximately 5–10cm off the ground, depending on the risk of soil contamination.

Testimonial "Season after season I've been running Silawrap through my wrappers. It's NZ made and that's a good thing. But as well as that I like the fact that all the other boxes are ticked as far as my business is concerned too. When my customers feed their bales out, they demand the quality of the silage is up to a particular standard. Using Silawrap all these years has helped me do this for them."

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4. Rapid pre-wilting to 35-55 percent DM, no more than 24 hours for grass and 48 hours for legumes such as lucerne and red clover.

5. Spread the forage in as wide a swath as possible within 1 hour of cutting.

6. Chopping of crop to allow for higher compression and better substrate availability.

7. Optimise compression of the crop. Aim for 200-220kg of dry matter/m3.

8. Addition of silage inoculant if necessary to control fermentation or is a planned use.

9. Use high quality film with 55-70 percent pre-stretching.

10. Use a minimum of six layers, to get a better air seal and assist in reducing film damage.

11. Handle and store bales very carefully.

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GRANSTAR 1KG

ALTACOR 540G

• Granstar can be used for weed control in cereals and (with the addition of glyphosate) difficult to control broadleaf weeds and clover in run-out pasture or old crop, before sowing a new pasture or crop (conservation tillage).

• Able to use in apple, pear, nashi and avocado crops.

• Highly effective control of major caterpillar pests such as codling moth and leafroller.

• Excellent safety for mammals, most beneficial insects, spiders and mites.

• Easy to use.

• Robust performance under a wide range of environmental conditions.

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• For selective control of docks and buttercups in pasture, including clover.

• Mix with glyphosate for spray out prior to crop establishment.

• Low use rate - 30g/ha.

• Best results achieved in spring when weeds are actively growing.

• Unique encapsulation for volatility control to maximise crop safety.

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FORAGE AND ARABLE

Poncho seed treatment benefits pasture establishment Poncho is a proven seed treatment insecticide, developed to help farmers get the most out of every hectare by protecting newly sown grass and achieving optimal pasture establishment.

Poncho provides a broad spectrum insect control that protects developing grass plants against Argentine stem weevil, black beetle and grass grub attack during establishment.

According to Bayer SeedGrowth Seed Treatment Specialist, Colin Dunstan these insect pests have the potential to destroy thousands of hectares of new pasture every year. “Because Poncho protects emerging seedlings against insect attack from the time of sowing, it leads to better grass establishment, with the added benefit of reducing weed ingress and helping maximise new pasture production and optimising new pasture composition, "Colin says.

Poncho protects by forming a protective halo around the germinating seed and later around the roots of the developing seedlings. It is then taken up by the plant as the seed germinates and transported throughout the plant, to deliver protection to the whole plant during its establishment.

Colin says there are clear advantages of sowing Poncho treated seed compared with sowing untreated or “bare” seed.

The Poncho advantages were recently once again clearly demonstrated in direct comparisons between Poncho treated seed and bare seed on three farms in South Canterbury.

On each farm, new grass paddocks were drilled with both Poncho-treated seed and bare seed, so that the farmers could observe the difference under their own conditions. Colin says the seed mix was kept the same across the paddocks and about one hectare of each paddock ended up with Poncho treated seed. The farmers involved did not normally use any seed treatment on their new grass. After the paddocks were established, grass growth was measured repeatedly to compare total dry matter (DM) production between Poncho treated and untreated seed.

Gary Webley has a 120ha dairy support block at Maungati. After seeing how well the trial Poncho grass established in autumn, he says he’s looking at using it for new grass in the future. “From up on the hill above the paddock, you could actually see where it was in the middle of the paddock. It was a better strike and it grew quicker.” His test paddock was measured twice - Poncho treated seed outgrew bare seed by 241kg DM/ha the first measurement and by 594kg DM/ha the second measurement.

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treatment, now that he has compared Poncho seed to bare seed for new pasture on his 260ha rolling dryland sheep and beef farm. Two paddocks were sown in late November and he says he was delighted with the results.

“It was very noticeable, right from the time the grass came out of the ground.

It would probably be unwise if I didn’t use it again.” Poncho treated seed yield measured 8 weeks after sowing was 1,785kg DM/ha more than untreated seed.

The price of grass seed was the main reason why Michael Stevens at Cave wanted to experiment with the Poncho treatment. “It’s worth so much money - we don’t want insects attacking it.”

Farming sheep and beef on 750ha of flat to steep hill country, Michael’s test paddock was sown in March and there was a noticeable difference between Poncho treated and bare seed, he says.

“The strike rate was better and when we put the plate meter over it on 24th April, it showed that it yielded quite a bit better.” Poncho treated seed produced 325kg DM/ha more than untreated seed. This was then grazed, left to recover and retested on 26th June, with the Poncho treated seed producing an extra 228kg DM/ha, compared to the untreated seed area.

For more information, please talk to the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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TORDON™ BRUSHKILLER XT 20L

ROUNDUP ULTRA®MAX 100L

• Tordon Brushkiller XT contains aminopyralid, which provides faster brownout and a greater weed spectrum.

• Aminopyralid is only available in Tordon Brushkiller XT. • Trial work and commercial experience has shown a higher degree of reliability and less weed re-growth, particularly from aerial applications.

• Tordon Brushkiller XT can be used all year round for ground based applications with the addition of Boost Penetrant.

• Roundup ULTRAMAX is a 570 grams active glyphosate formulation, delivering great weed control with fewer drums required.

• Patented surfactant system designed for Roundup ULTRAMAX delivers fast uptake and rapid brownout during pasture renovation.

• 20 minute commercial rainfast offer when approved penetrant is used (conditions apply).

• Sprayed paddocks can be grazed, cultivated or drilled 24 hours after spraying for annual weeds and 3 days for perennial weeds.

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SPARTA 5L

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• Hard on pests – ‘Best in Class’ control of diamondback moth, white butterfly leaf miner and looper caterpillars in forage and vegetable brassicas.

• New registration for control of springtail at sprayout with glyphosate.

• Soft on you and the environment.

• IPM friendly.

• Penetrant for glyphosate and brushkiller herbicides on woody weeds.

• Improves coverage and uptake.

• Also assists certain fungicides, insecticides, miticides and folia micronutrients.

• Recommended with Roundup ULTRAMAX to give faster uptake when applied near to rain.

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RURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Installing your water tank HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS FROM PROMAX So winter is over, things are starting to dry out and spring has sprung! Many of you will be looking to get new water tanks to ensure an uninterrupted water supply for the summer ahead!

Here’s some handy hints and tips to ensure the installation of your new water tank goes smoothly!

inlets, outlets and valves you require.

Planning how you will install and plumb the tank is important – it is highly recommended you run your project past a drainlayer or plumber to ensure your plans will work!

To take advantage of the maximum catchment of water, it is ideal to place tanks at the end of a building. This way

Firstly – preparation is key:

downpipes can be fed from both gutters

1. Ensure that the tank site is flat and

into the one tank. Please note that

level, free from rocks or stones and

the overflow capacity must match the

any foreign matter that may damage

downpipe capacity. For example, two

the tank’s base.

90mm inlet downpipes would require

2. Ensure the tank site is well

tank overflows can go below the ground

or level the site.

and come up again, to meet stormwater run off.

300mm larger in diameter than the

caused by vermin such as rabbits.

Promax corrugated tanks can be buried and fully back-filled up to 1 metre in the

your backyard!

Remember that a full tank will weigh up

When you are planning to bury a Promax Important considerations when plumbing the tank are: 1. Ensure a flexible hose is installed after the gate or ball valve with a

blown away if not secured down. Adding

minimum 300mm length.

200mm of water to the bottom of the tank

2. The tank outlet must NOT be

is usually enough to weigh it down.

subjected to extra force,

An important part of the preparation is

e.g. over-tightening of fittings.

to think about the number and types of

any form of erosion or site destruction

planted around it is more attractive in

installation.

windy or stormy, your tank can easily be

deteriorate after installation due to

issues – also a buried tank with shrubs

sand from washing away after

the tank once it has been delivered – if it’s

5. Do not allow the tank site to

a great way to avoid height restriction

cover should be used to prevent

You may also need to ensure you secure

and capacities.

warranty. Burying your Promax tank is

4. If a sand base is used, a retaining

surface it sits on is stable and firm.

number of overflow pipes, their sizes

ground – and still retain their 20 year

tank.

to 30 tonnes – so it is important that the

sizes and capacities must equal the

equal capacity overflows. Note also that

compacted if fill is used to prepare 3. Ensure that the tank site is at least

4. The number of inlet pipes, their

corrugated tank, you should prepare the base with 100mm minimum of compacted sand, just as you would if installing the tank above ground.

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3. Overflow must be piped clear of base to avoid erosion.

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APEX HILO BALLCOCK WITH CORD AND NIPPLE • Can be adjusted for high to low pressure the seat is removable, to allow use on low pressure systems.

• For use with medium troughs.

• Working pressures: low pressure (seat removed) 0-700kPA (0-100psi), High Pressure 0-1,000kpA (0-150psi).

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INFRASTRUCTURE APEX AP ACETYLRURAL BALLCOCK 20/25MM WITH CORD AND NIPPLE

• Full flow design for fast filling medium to large troughs.

• Working pressure 0-1,000kPa (0 - 150psi).

• Two sizes in one valve, includes acetyl bush for 25mm connections.

• Robust brass sleeve valve.

• For medium to large demand flow rates up to 310L/min.

• Working pressure 0-1,200kPa (0 - 175psi).

• Two sizes in one valve, includes acetyl bush for 25mm connections.

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STALLION EASY FIT TANK 1,000L

PROMAX TANK 28,000L

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• Bayonet style lid in the top of tank.

• Direct down-pipe entry point.

• Unique overflow system with removable cover over leaf screening channel.

• Two 20mm outlets.

• UV stabilised for long life outdoors.

• DIY install, very easy with full instructions.

• Strong, one piece, corrugated construction for extra strength.

• Unique corrugated sidewalls allow the tanks to be buried up to 1m in the ground.

• Four overflow/inlet panels for easy installation.

• Two x 50mm outlets in the base of the tank.

• 20 year guarantee for peace of mind.

• Free delivery to your property.

• Available in Mist Green.

• Smart looking, quality, smooth wall tank.

• Ultra strong lid design.

• Four inlet/outlet panels – easy to plumb in.

• Available in Moss Green or Sandstone.

• 10 year guarantee for peace of mind.

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How much is it costing you?

PUGGING Farmers quite rightly cringe during those wet winter months, or after a big downpour, when they see stock trampling good quality pasture into the ground. While the immediate effects of less palatable feed and pasture availability on production are apparent, pugging can have a dramatic effect on future profitability. Investment in land drainage is one very effective way to deal with this issue.

| High soil moisture content - prone to pugging, poor root development.

issues and costs increased by additional

limit movement or locate stock to drier

supplements and stock movement

paddocks, stand-off pads and increased

requirements. Dependent on severity,

supplements, more resistant grass

pasture recovery can take up to 8 weeks.

cultivars and/or capital investment in

Compaction/compromised soil structure

land drainage.

leads to the longer term negative effects

Sub-surface land drainage can be

of pugging - limiting root penetration, less

seen as a one-off capital cost that

dry matter yield and the invasion of less

delivers ongoing benefits. The removal

productive grasses and/or weeds. Again,

of excess soil moisture from paddocks

dependent on severity, DM production

through a well-designed and installed

can be adversely impacted for up to 12

drainage system will reduce the severity

months by 15-35 percent.

of pugging. Apart from this significant

To quantify the sort of losses we are

benefit soil temperature will increase,

talking about, an average 110 hectare

extending the growth season and

Waikato farm yielding 14.3 tonnes of DM

increase DM production, pasture will

per hectare (DairyNZ average pasture

develop better root systems, accessing

growth data), with 10 percent severe

soil nutrients and becoming more wind

pugging and 50 percent moderate

and drought resistant. Drier paddocks

pugging, could cost a farmer more

will lead to improved land use efficiency

than 173,000kg DM per year. With the

through greater mobility of stock and

DairyNZ Forage Value Index (FVI) valuing

machinery around the farm, as well as

Waikato pasture at an annual average of

having a beneficial effect on general

36.8 cents per kg DM for the 2013/2014

stock health.

Pugging is an outcome of high soil

season, this represents an average loss

Talk to your local land drainage

moisture content during grazing. Wet

of $63,664 per year.1

contractor about the benefits of high

soils have a lower load bearing capacity,

flow sub-surface drainage pipes, such

so compress more under treading

as smooth-bore NexusTM polyethylene

pressure. Sward is buried, pasture is

land drainage pipe. More efficient land

damaged and soil structure is negatively

drainage makes sense, incrementally

impacted. Soil, air and water movement

increasing the benefits outlined above

is limited and biological activity

and when considering the return on

reduced, as is access to soil nutrients.

investment.

The amount and severity of pugging

For more information on land

damage is directly related to the type

drainage or rural pipelines in

of farming operation, stocking density, grazing duration, soil type and weather conditions. Heavier soils are more prone

general, talk to the knowledgeable | Drained land - improve pugging resistance and root development.

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to pugging damage.

Strategies to minimise pugging include

In the short term, production can be

strategic grazing – reduced grazing

affected by underfeeding, animal health

time/ stock density, back fence cows to

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Dr. C. Westwood, AgriBusiness, Issue 105, Page 13.

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Planning a land drainage project?

NOVAFLO™

For the right advice and right price, talk to the team at your local Farmlands store.

NEXUSFLO™

• Single wall, corrugated, high density PE pipe.

• Excellent flexibility and strength.

• Slotted holes - less chance of soil ingress.

• A leading brand in the rural drainage market for more than 20 years.

Min Recommended Gradient (m)* Nominal OD (mm)

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1 in 400

160

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n/a

*Based upon minimum recommended flow velocity of 0.2m/sec (small risk of silting from clay particles and fine silts).

29366: NEXUSFLO 110MM X 100M 29368: NEXUSFLO 160MM X 45M 35955: NEXUSFLO 200MM X 29M 24682: NOVAFLO 110MM X 100M 28858: NOVAFLO 160MM X 45M

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• Dual wall HDPE pipe, combining a smooth inner wall welded to a corrugated outer wall.

• Corrugated outer wall and HDPE construction gives it excellent flexibility and strength.

• Smooth internal bore improves flow characteristics: - Less turbulent flow - higher flow velocity greater flow volume.

- Higher water velocity - self-cleaning and less prone to silting.

- Allows installation in lower gradient situations.

• Smooth bore technology can lead to savings by: - Increasing drainage row spacings.

- Decreasing pipe size in low gradient situations.

- Decreasing pipe size through better hydraulic performance.

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RURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

FREE DELIVERY TO YOUR FARM

when you purchas e 10 or more large coils of Nova or Nexus drainage pipe

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GALLAGHER WIRELESS WATER LEVEL MONITORING SYSTEM • Complete, simple solution for the monitoring and management of water and other fluids.

• Extremely easy to operate and install, system provides peace of mind that there is water available.

• Accurately measures the liquid levels based on pressure.

• Includes desktop touchscreen display, tank unit, level sensor.

• Optional wireless pump controller can also be added to ensure tank levels are maintained (sold separately).

YOUR PRICE 13241

559.00

$

SAVE* $51.25

RURAL INFRASTRUCTURE STRAINRITE WIRE JENNY 3 ARM WITH SPIKE • Self-regulating friction hub to prevent wire overrun.

• Easy to assemble.

• Quick – adjustable wire guide fingers.

YOUR PRICE 37565

136.00

$

SAVE* $42.33 STRAINRITE CHAIN STRAINER RX2 REMOVABLE HANDLE • New wire grab design for superior performance.

• Redesigned claw feeds smoothly along grab chain, enabling one hand operation.

GALLAGHER M5800i MAINS ENERGIZER • 58 stored joules/9,000V output to power up to 240ha/600 acres.

• Energizer Controller displays fence performance in a convenient location.

• Optional Remote - on/off, fault finding and fence information functions.

• Optional Fence Monitors - measures fence performance at up to six locations.

115.00

$

SAVE* $33.10

NEW

PRODUCT

STRAINRITE HI-STRAIN INSULCLIP • Smooth ratcheting action.

• Easy to operate upside down.

• Robust polymer insulator retained within galvanised frame.

YOUR PRICE 78559

1,755.00

$

SAVE* $91.50

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YOUR PRICE 34588

YOUR PRICE 35984

4.30

$

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GET INTO THE

TUI TOMATO MIX 30L

SWING OF SPRING

• A great free-draining potting mix.

• Ideal for growing tomatoes in containers or the garden.

YOUR PRICE

9.95

$

WITH FARMLANDS

SAVE* $3.43

TUI BLOOD AND BONE 25KG • Natural product.

• Provides a slow release form of natural nitrogen and phosphorus to feed your plants.

YOUR PRICE

25266

• Grows stronger, healthier plants with higher yields in fruit and vegetable production.

27508

4.95

SAVE* $2.16

YOUR PRICE

10194

23.95

$

SAVE* $5.75

• Designed to revitalise your soil and encourage earthworm activity for healthy plants.

• Perfect for conditioning soil throughout the garden.

• 100 percent natural.

12612

YOUR PRICE

8.95

$

12615

6.95

$

SAVE* $4.00

Varieties available may differ per store.

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TUI NOVATEC 5KG

• A combination of a 6 month controlled release fertiliser and wetting agent to ensure water is effectively distributed.

• Wide range of varieties available.

• Certified to ensure they are true to type and will grow a healthy crop.

8.95

SAVE* $3.10

NORLAKE SHEEP PELLETS 25KG

MORTON SEED POTATOES 3KG

$

4.95

$

GROWWISE COMPOST 40L

OTHER OPTIONS

YOUR PRICE

35070

GROWWISE POTTING MIX 40L

YOUR PRICE

12613: Container Mix 40L 12614: GrowWise Vegetable Mix 40L

YOUR PRICE

• Replenishes nutrients to encourage healthy growth.

• High levels of phosphorus and potassium promote healthy tuber production.

• Also suitable for carrots, parsnips and other root vegetable crops.

$

SAVE* $11.08

• Specially blended fertiliser for growing great tomatoes.

• Boosted with potassium for prolonged fruiting and improved fruit flavour.

TUI POTATO FOOD 1.5KG

YOUR PRICE

39.95

$

49421

TUI TOMATO FOOD 1.5KG

SAVE* $3.00

HOT DEAL

TUI SEED POTATOES 2KG • Certified “true to type” seed potatoes.

• Easy to grow and delicious varieties available.

• Plant now for a bumper crop for Christmas dinner.

YOUR PRICE

28303

26.95

$

SAVE* $1.30

HOT DEAL

Varieties available may differ per store.

YOUR PRICE

7.

$ 95

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SEASOL 1L • Sustainable sourced seaweed.

• Promotes stronger root, cell and overall plant growth.

• Increases plant resistance to stress.

YOUR PRICE

14.

$

95

SAVE

* $3.93

INEX SPRAYER 50

YOUR PRICE

58099

491.80

• Boom compatible and ideal for general jobs around the farm.

• 50L translucent tank with 7.6L/min 12V pump.

• Under-tank pump for added protection.

$

YOUR PRICE

81198

SAVE

* $39.90

WESTERN RIGGER GLOVE • Sizes: S-XL. • Quality grain leather.

GARDENING/ PRUNING GLOVE • Sizes: S-XL. • Abrasion and cut resistant.

35.95

$

SAVE* $11.93

YOUR PRICE

32693-6

8.95

$

SAVE

* $6.38

YOUR PRICE

• A selective broad spectrum weedkiller controlling broadleaf weeds in lawns, without harming the grass.

19399

SAVE* $7.72

OTHER OPTIONS

YATES TURFIX 1L

YOUR PRICE

13.95

$

YOUR PRICE

26522/29663-5

33109: YATES BLITZEM 1KG

$ 5.95

7.

$ 95

RED BACK GLOVE • Sizes: S-XL. • Latex palm, nylon liner.

THE GREEN GARDENING GLOVE • Sizes: S-XL. • Tough and durable.

55408-11

SAVE* $4.46

YOUR PRICE

32697-700

6.95

$

SAVE* $4.69 YATES SUPER SHIELD 1L • Combination insecticide and fungicide.

• Bee friendly.

SAVE*$2.81

YATES WEED N FEED 2L • Easy to apply, hose-on.

• Selectively kills the most common broadleaf weeds in lawns, including onehunga weed, clover, dandelions and thistles.

YOUR PRICE

33498

14.95

$

SAVE* $4.59

YOUR PRICE

24098

45.95

$

SAVE* $23.25

POPE RAINTOWER SPRINKLER

POPE 2 HOUR TAP TIMER

POPE SPECTRUM HOSE 12MM X 30M

• Impact sprinkler on a height adjustable tripod.

• Waters up to 24m diameter.

• Connects straight onto garden tap.

• Up to 2 hours watering time, 5 minute increments.

• Hard wearing construction.

YOUR PRICE

36039

38.00

$

SAVE* $13.35 WWW.FARMLANDS.CO.NZ

YOUR PRICE

40758

15.00

$

SAVE* $6.95

YOUR PRICE

45392

44.00

$

SAVE* $5.08

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FARMLANDS BIG DEALS

YOUR PRICE

6.95

$

VARTA ALKALINE C BATTERIES 2 PACK • Alkaline batteries.

• Made in Germany.

47681

SAVE* $1.00

YOUR PRICE

VARTA ALKALINE D BATTERIES 4 PACK • Alkaline batteries.

• Made in Germany.

VARTA 5 LED HEADLIGHT

12828

19.95

$

SAVE

* $6.00

YOUR PRICE

SAVE* $2.00

• Alkaline battery.

• Made in Germany.

VARTA LED FLOATING LANTERN • Durable construction that floats.

• Krypton bulb, battery included.

75038

YOUR PRICE

12826

YOUR PRICE

13.95

$

SAVE* $4.00

75041

YOUR PRICE

129.95

$

47692

15.95

$

SAVE* $5.00

YOUR PRICE

129.95

$

12.95

$

VARTA 6V ALKALINE LANTERN BATTERY

• Drop resistant to 9m.

• Up to 40 hours battery life.

• Comes with batteries.

YOUR PRICE

47683

75050

129.95

$

SAVE* $19.05

SAVE* $19.05

GULF SUPER TRACTOR OIL UNIVERSAL 15W 40 20L

GULF SUPERFLEET SUPREME 15W 40 20L

• Multifunctional tractor oil. Recommended for diesel and gasoline engines, conventional gear drives, powershift hydrostatic transmissions, hydraulics, final drives, power steering systems and oil-immersed brakes.

• An extra high performance heavy-duty diesel engine oil specifically developed for use in modern, low emission diesel engines, including those fitted with Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems.

GULF UNIVERSAL TRACTOR TRANSMISSION FLUID 80W 20L

SAVE* $19.05

CARGOLOC TIEDOWN 9M X 50MM 2,500KG • 2,500kg lashing capacity.

• Safety hooks.

• 50mm polyester webbing.

• Complies to NZ standards.

YOUR PRICE 30203

29.95

HOT DEAL

CARGOLOC TIEDOWN 2 PCE 3.6M X 32MM • Two super duty extra large grip ratchets.

• Built in soft connections for motorbikes etc.

• German engineered webbing.

• 560kg lashing capacity.

HOT DEAL

YOUR PRICE 57487

21.95

$

$

SAVE* $12.81

SAVE* $7.95

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• Recommended for tractors and other equipment requiring one common fluid to lubricate transmission, differential and hydraulic systems. Also suitable for machines with oil-immersed brakes.

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TUSSOCK CREEK LIGHTWEIGHT MOLESKIN TROUSER • 100 percent lightweight sueded cotton moleskin fabric for comfort and durability.

• Pre-washed and pre-shrunk.

YOUR PRICE 64350-34359/

TUSSOCK CREEK WOMENS LIGHTWEIGHT MOLESKIN JEAN

• 100 percent lightweight sueded cotton moleskin fabric for comfort and durability.

• Pre-washed and pre-shrunk.

• 100 percent lightweight sueded cotton moleskin fabric for comfort and durability.

• Pre-washed and pre-shrunk.

YOUR PRICE

64419-64445

YOUR PRICE

69.95

64370-64399

69.95

$

TUSSOCK CREEK LIGHTWEIGHT MOLESKIN JEAN

$

SAVE* $29.95

79175-79207

69.95

$

SAVE* $29.95

SAVE* $29.95

CYCLONE DISINFECTANT CLEANER 5L • Cleans, deodorises and sanitises all washable surfaces, leaving a pleasant pine fragrance.

• Suitable for use as a spray and wipe.

OTHER OPTIONS 13148: Espresso 14594: Fine Blend

NESCAFÉ CLASSIC 500G

YOUR PRICE

• Full bodied with rich aroma.

• Slow roasted with full bodied taste.

PERSIL 2X CONCENTRATE TOP LOADER 4KG • Built in pre-treaters for brilliant results.

• Made in New Zealand.

13578

10839

YOUR PRICE

29.95

$

57594

16.95

$

SAVE* $8.59

SAVE

* $7.00

13577: Front Loader 13579: Sensitive

R

49 .90

• A highly palatable rodent block for rats and mice.

• Use in conjunction with Pestoff Dead Rat Café for effective results.

• Highly effective, only 10g of Pestoff provides a lethal dose.

69.95

$

SAVE* $0.05

YOUR PRICE 57497-8/ 11021-2/57696

13.95

$

SAVE* $2.70

PESTOFF RODENT BLOCKS 500G

47967

YOUR PRICE

32728

15.95

$

SAVE* $9.00

• Unlock the rich flavours of the delicious Nescafé Café Menu coffee range, made with premium quality coffee beans and a deliciously creamy froth.

FREE!

PESTOFF RODENT BLOCKS 3KG

YOUR PRICE

65851-5

29.95

$

• Sizes: 3-13.

AND GET A 2L OPTIMO FABRIC SO FTENER OTHER OPTIONS

YOUR PRICE

CAFÉ MENU RANGE 20 PACK

BUY ANY 2 PERSIL 4KG FO

$

BACKROAD MANIOTOTO SOCK 3 PACK

SAVE* $2.45

NEW

PRODUCT

ORA OLIVE OIL 1L • Extra virgin extra healthy.

• Spray free.

• High in oleocanthal.

• Also available in 5L.

YOUR PRICE

80821

19.95

$

SAVE* $4.00 Available at selected stores only.

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TUX ENERGY NUTS 20KG

TUX PUPPY 20KG • For puppies from six weeks of age and also breeding and lactating bitches.

• DHA for brain and vision development.

• For hard working dogs, made with NZ meat.

• Small kibble nut size for those that prefer this format.

FARMLANDS BIG DEALS

YOUR PRICE

78527

YOUR PRICE

59.50

$

78528

74.90

$

SAVE* $15.00

SAVE* $14.60

OTHER OPTIONS

OTHER OPTIONS

OTHER OPTIONS

11945: Seafood Sensations 7.26kg

11942: Grillers Blend 2.86kg 11946: Surfin and Turfin 2.86kg

42649: Mince and Vege 8kg 22232: Light 8kg 10187: Chicken 8kg

FRISKIES GRILLERS BLEND 7.26KG • Chicken, beef and turkey flavours.

• 100 percent complete and balanced diet.

YOUR PRICE

11943

34.50

$

SAVE

* $11.99

FRISKIES SEAFOOD SENSATIONS 2.86KG • Ocean fish, tuna, salmon and crab flavours.

• 100 percent complete and balanced diet.

YOUR PRICE

11944

14.90

$

SAVE* $5.60 WHISKAS MEATY SELECTIONS 9.1KG • A combination of bite-size kibbles and crunchy meaty pockets.

YOUR PRICE

WHISKAS VARIETY 24 PACK • Convenient mixed variety for adult cats.

• No artificial flavours or preservatives.

32064

39.90

$

SAVE

* $17.75

FREE

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YOUR PRICE

OTHER OPTIONS 26076: Seafood Selections 9.1kg

• Added Omega 3 + 6 for healthy shine and coat.

• Reformulated for increased nutritional absorption.

42650

24.90

$

SAVE* $7.05

MULTIFEED NUTS 25KG • A well balanced, versatile feed suitable for a wide range of animals including beef cattle, sheep, goats, deer and alpacas.

55033

39.

$

PEDIGREE BEEF 8KG

YOUR PRICE

50

SAVE

* $15.49

YOUR PRICE

33943

25.90

$

SAVE* $3.08

BUY A BAG OF MITAVITE 20KG AND GO IN THE DRAW TO WIN A

HATTON HORSE FLOAT WORTH $15,000!

Check out the range at your nearest Farmlands store today.

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Shareholder only offer.

Terms and conditions apply.

Promotion valid 1st October - 20th November, 2014.

Special prices and offers apply from the 1st to the 31st of October 2014. Only while stocks last. Check your Farmlands store for product availability. All prices include GST unless otherwise stated. Savings based on Farmlands normal retail price.

Note: The “Your Price” advertised in the Farmlander Magazine is the price that a Farmlands shareholder will be charged if the advertised products are purchased during the promotional period. Farmlands stores also use a “net” price (discounted price without a rebate) to attract cash sale customers and potential shareholders. *Savings based on Farmlands normal retail price.

Accounts are payable at Farmlands Head Office or any store by the 20th of each month. Failure to pay an Account by Due Date is a Default Event under the Terms and Conditions and Farmlands is then at its discretion entitled to: suspend or terminate the Account; charge interest at 2% per month; reverse discounts or credit rebates; debit other Shareholder Accounts; make demand on a Card Signatory; debit any default administration costs incurred; register a mortgage over land; terminate shareholding.

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Farmlands shareholders have the option of to pay their Accounts either in part or in full by MasterCard or Visa Credit Card.

Payment by any credit card will not entitle the shareholder to receive bonus rebates for the month paid or part paid. Neither Farmlands nor any other person involved in the preparation of this document accepts any liability for any opinion or information (including the accuracy or completeness thereof) or for any consequences flowing from its use. The information contained in this document is given in good faith, has been derived from sources perceived to be reliable and accurate and is subject to Farmlands Terms & Conditions. Not all products are available at all Farmlands stores.

Offers valid at Farmlands South Island stores only.

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Buy any Stoney Creek product during the months of October and November 2014 and go into the draw

to WIN

one of ten Shimano Rod and Reel Sets (valued at 259 ) just in time for Christmas $

.00

Get into st are your ne nds Farmla o store t enter!st) ocks la

(while st

EXCLUSIVE OFFER TO FARMLANDS

Promo runs 1st of October to 31st November 2014.

Drawn 15th of December 2014. Terms and conditions apply.

HAWKE’S BAY A&P SHOW WEDNESDAY 22ND – FRIDAY 24TH OCTOBER 2014

Join us at the Hawke’s Bay A&P Show Farmlands Marquee!

Shareholders are invited to join us for refreshments throughout the day, with a light lunch being served from 11.00am until 2.00pm at the Farmlands Marquee on VIP Lane (under the front of the Grandstand).

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We look forward to seeing you there

Bring your Farmlands Card and swipe it at the Farmlands Marquee for a chance to enter the draw to win a $200 Farmlands voucher!

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Boots ‘n’all with

GRISPORT

Crafted in Italy, selected for New Zealand

Styles also available: Kaimanawa, Taihape, Verona, Genoa, Ranger and Pronto.

E FRE xDry

Max opper t s d d u M .95 49 worth $ Grisport

f ry pair o with eve purchased in footwear ember. and Nov October cks last)

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WHAT’S IN-STORE?

Chlorine convenience Multi-tabs are tablets of stabilised chlorine with an algaecide and a flocculant included. They are designed to make it easy to turn your pool crystal clear with little effort, as long as they are used correctly and in partnership with trichlor tablets.

levels of this stabiliser in your pool will save

FLOCCULANT - this is what clears up the

you money over time. But having too much

water. It sticks fine particles together and

of it will stop your chlorine from working at

allows your filter to grab them, polishing

all and you will need to replace the water

up the clarity of your water and making it

in your pool. Those on rainwater supply

look great.

should watch stabiliser levels and make

Crystal Water have made it simple to

sure you change to unstabilised chlorine

manage your pool and spa chemicals, with

if they start to rise and also in winter when

their Water Testing App. Head online to the

EASY - in summer you can put them in a

the stabiliser is not needed.

Play or App Store and search for “Crystal

floating dispenser or just drop them in the

ALGAECIDE - copper based algaecide

Water Water Testing.”

skimmer basket and they dissolve slowly.

is included in the tablets. This provides

Use them for a couple of weeks to get

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an additional boost to the algae fighting

your pool looking crystal clear and then

capability of the tablets, making them an

change over to trichlor tablets (no algaecide

ideal choice if you are going away for a

or flocculant). This tablet system makes pool

while and want to come back to a clear

maintenance a weekly rather than daily affair.

pool. Be aware that long term use can

STABILISED - Stabilised chlorine includes

cause elevated copper levels, which is

an additive to slow down the speed

why you change to trichlor tablets after the

chlorine is lost in sunlight. Having the right

multi-tabs have done their job.

CRYSTAL WATER MULTI TABS 1KG YOUR PRICE

57108

16.95

$

SAVE* $2.80

See your nearest Farmlands store for more details ®

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WHAT’S IN-STORE?

Five rats in one night With many people experiencing high levels of rats and mice through the winter, a new piece of Kiwi technology has arrived on the scene to deal to the problem.

After resounding success with DOC, Wellington company Goodnature have this winter partnered with Farmlands to retail their toxin-free A24 Rat/Stoat and A12 Possum traps to rural New Zealand. Powered by pressurised CO2, the traps automatically reset to perform multiple kills.

war.” He bought a Goodnature A24 night had a decisive victory. “I was gobsmacked,” he says. “I found 5 dead rats beneath the trap the first morning.

They’re a brilliant trap.”

Goodnature managing director Stu Barr says that ironically the multi-kill trap’s intended success can cut both ways.

“The trap is designed to drop the dead pest out once it’s killed, which means there’s quite a high chance of the dead being scavenged. You will seldom see everything that’s been killed – and often even nothing,” Stu says. “In Wellington we’ve experienced scavenge rates of more than 75 percent. Regardless of what you see, the key to our traps is constant control.”

Goodnature see the benefits of the traps being broad to rural folks. For instance, beyond rodent control for

Already the success stories are coming in. Otaki lifestyle farmer Stephen Forsyth found one morning his Hilux truck wouldn’t start. “I looked under the bonnet and a rat had chewed through the wiring,” he says. “It was going to cost me a fortune to fix and so it was

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EXCLUSIVE TO FARMLAND S

from his local Farmlands and on his first

the “home-nest”, many farmers and communities want to keep the nests of ducks, game birds and native birds free from stoats and rats through the spring. Also calf-rearers see an upside

the trapping system is a good means to preventing the costly vet bill for saving dogs and cats that have eaten poisoned vermin.

While vet bills can sting, spare a thought for a woman in Stephen Forsyth’s area whose new Landcruiser suffered a similar fate to his Hilux.

“The Toyota people told me rats had got in behind the dashboard,” he says “and that cost $22,000 to fix!”

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to dealing to feed-loss with a nontoxic method. And on the poison front,

KAPOW!

READY

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Ladies Nights Creative crafts and lots of laughs

2014

Fancy a night out?

Not only does Farmlands have a great solution for you and your fellow female shareholders, everyone attending will make a special Christmas item to take home with them.

Domestic deity and Good Morning guest, Astar will be showcasing her diverse range of creative DIY tips for the home. Astar will be joined by Nici Wickes – food writer, TV presenter and cookbook author. It is set to be a fun-filled creative evening with lots of laughs, tips and tricks.

Join our informative and fun get-together. It’s not just a night out – it’s a Ladies Night Out!

TICKETS

$35

GET IN QUICK! Tickets include nibbles and a beverage on arrival

bOOK YOUR TICKETS TODAY AT YOUR LOCAL FARMLANDS STORE OR BY CALLING

0800 200 600 or register online www.farmlands.co.nz

Dates: 01 Oct

Gisborne

Gisborne Showgrounds Event Centre

02 Oct

Napier

Napier War Memorial

07 Oct

New Plymouth

Quality Hotel Plymouth International

08 Oct

Rotorua

Distinction Hotel

09 Oct

Tauranga

Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre

14 Oct

Whangarei

Toll Stadium NZ Refining Lounge

15 Oct

Pukekohe

Pukekohe Indian Hall

16 Oct

Hamilton

UT Don Rowlands LD O Centre - Karapiro

22 Oct

Masterton

Solway Copthorne Hotel

23 Oct

Palmerston North Awapuni Race Course

SO

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Premier Events Partner

Fantastic spot prizes on the night! Free goodie bags!

all about astar

AND NICI WICKES

Astar was born and raised in Southland and is part-Irish and part-Maori (Kati Mamoe).

Born in New Zealand and growing up in a large family, Nici was cooking as soon as she could reach the bench top. “My nana and mother were so supportive and encouraging of us kids getting in the kitchen and cooking that I owe them a huge thanks.”

She trained in floristry and worked as an art teacher, floral designer and design tutor before taking a year out to write not just one but three books (yet to be published!).

She then became a ‘finishing artist’. Her focus was on floral design in the many homes owned around the world by none other than the Sultan of Brunei.

Exciting as it was, Astar decided to return to New Zealand and commenced working on the Good Morning show in 1998, where she set out to amaze viewers with her innovative floral, cooking and craft segments.

$ 7 5 Be in

quick - so me venues a lready sold out!

At eight years old her favourite make-believe game was to play host of a cooking show where she would showcase various recipes – Russian fudge, pancakes, chocolate cakes - all from the family kitchen! In 2009 make-believe became reality when she became the presenter for World Kitchen, a new, fast-paced, cheeky travel and cooking show.

Nici has trained as a chef and has run her own catering business but mostly her extensive knowledge of food and cooking comes from travelling the world, learning new ways to cook and enjoy food.

Ladies Nights

MASTERCLASS WITH ASTAR An hour long class to get up close and personal with Astar. You will have hands on tuition with Astar and the opportunity to ask design questions – and every lady will make their own Christmas wreath to take away with them. A meal is also included, served to the reserved tables. The MasterClass will commence at 6pm.

0800 200 600

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Help Yourself to savings Combine a new Farmlands Ute Tank with discounts at the pump provided by your Farmlands Card

Farmlands Exclusive

Ute Tank - 430L Diesel with electric pump and 4M hose

STEP

1

$

RRP 00

1,600

To find out more, or to pre-order your tank for 1st December delivery, call the Farmlands team on 0800 200 600 ext. 1

$999

.00

Plus freight and GST

Imported exclusively for shareholders

Includes two free 20L plastic Petrol Jerry Cans

12c

STEP

2

D LIMITE TIME – GET IN QUICK

Use your Farmlands Card and SAVE at the pump!

0800 200 600, DIAL 1 www.farmlands.co.nz

OFF per/litre*

With more locations to choose from for your convenience

FARMLANDS FUEL

Farmlands Fuel finds more solutions IMPROVED FUEL DISCOUNT OFFER AVAILABLE NOW Shareholder businesses come in all shapes and sizes. From sprawling dairy farms and high country stations, to small lifestyle blocks, every shareholder contributes to the combined buying power we use to get a better deal.

To celebrate this, fuel card pricing is even more competitive with the announcement that Farmlands now offers 12 cents per litre off petrol and diesel purchases at Challenge and Caltex service stations and diesel stops, as well as Farmlands Fuel branded Fuel stops.

As a co-operative, we are delighted to offer you this new and improved deal.

Farmlands works hard to keep prices competitive, using our buying power to negotiate a lower price.

But there is more to saving money on fuel than simply the price at the pump.

For some shareholders, the need to have fuel come to them in small amounts can add to the cost, making it an inconvenient and time consuming option. Farmlands was created to improve the business profitability of its shareholders, which is why we have a range of storage solutions designed to save you money.

fewer trips by a tanker means fewer

Combine our range of storage and

freight charges, all of which leads to

accessory solutions with our improved

a better bottom line.

discount offering and we are confident

If our big green tankers have been

Farmlands has worked smarter, to help

unable to service your requirements

shareholders save longer.

to date, a new self-serve option we

To find out more about our storage

discovered in Europe could be your

solutions, call the Farmlands Fuel

new solution. The Farmlands Ute Tank

team on 0800 200 600.

is a 430L diesel tank with 4m hose and

Press option 1 to talk to someone

12V pump. With two complimentary

about the Farmlands Ute Tank offer

20L jerry cans for your petrol,

or option 2 for other fuel storage

Farmlands is offering this package

and delivery.

to shareholders for $999, plus GST

Our larger stationary storage tanks,

and freight for early December

available from 1,000L (including

delivery. It is our way of making

combination petrol and diesel options),

sure shareholders are provided with

are designed to replace non-compliant

options that focus on efficiency and

and dangerous tanks shareholders may

competitive pricing.

NB. In a mailer you received with your September Farmlander, the Farmlands Ute Tank was advertised as coming with its own flow meter. This is not the case - but it does still come with a 4m hose and 12V pump.

have on-site. As they are large in size,

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12 cents off per litre* Use your Farmlands Card at your local Challenge service station and SAVE! Challenge is a network of independent Kiwi-owned service stations. We’re proud to say we’re Kiwi-as in the way we do business and what’s more, Challenge service stations are supplied by Farmlands Fuel, which is owned by you, New Zealand farmers.

The next time you need to fill up, pull into a Challenge service station and keep it local.

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FARMLANDS FINANCE

On-call Creditline bridges gap The rural sector knows more than most about the importance of having flexible finance options. Seasonal income, being at the mercy of the elements and the need to keep up with technology to boost profits are all familiar tales for those working the land.

unforeseen expenditure,” he says.

so it’s good to get in early and have

Farmlands Finance combines with

your seed on hand when you need it.”

other areas of your co-operative to

Normal deferment is 3 months. Lyndon

provide convenient finance on products

says Farmlands Finance can look at

that can benefit your business.

options from 3 to 12 months, with no

Promotions such as the REL in-shed

penalty for early repayment – it comes

feed system and stationary fuel storage

back to that flexibility. Once it is set up,

options are just two of the ways

you have the peace of mind of having

Farmlands Finance Regional Finance

shareholders can find the answers

a finance solution on-hand. Aside from

Manager, Lyndon Insall says Creditline

whenever they raise the question.

a low annual fee, there is no additional

has been specially tailored for rural

“We often have deferrals on various

cost to having Creditline on-call, ready

seed, milk powder and meal deals from

to be used if and when you need it.

our mills. Those are pretty handy deals

To find out more about these options,

shareholders who may not necessarily have all the options they want with their existing financiers.

for this time of year, especially for calf

call the Farmlands Finance team on

“The convenient thing about Creditline

rearers,” Lyndon explains.

0800 200 600.

is it is a way of matching what you

“Our deals on seed are a good way to

*Farmlands Finance Terms and Conditions apply

need with your cashflow. It is great for seasonal products and purchases but also provides options for additional or

avoid the spring glut. As soon as the weather improves everyone comes in,

time to top up your herd? farmlands finance offers term loans for the payment of your capital stock purchases and can structure the repayments to fit your cashflows.

• Facilities available up to $500,000.

• Security is generally only over the livestock purchased and a personal covenant.

• Terms available for up to three years.

John Sinnamon Regional Finance Manager

027 457 0710

Lyndon Insall

Grant Paterson

Regional Finance Manager

Regional Finance Manager

027 366 3677

027 660 7660

CONTACT YOUr FARMLANDS FINANCE REPRESENTATIVE FOR DETAILS. Terms, conditions and eligibility criteria apply for Farmlands Finance products. Interest rates and fees are subject to change.

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FARMLANDS LIVESTOCK

Attention South Island dairy farmers Farmlands Livestock has clients in Central Otago looking to graze dairy heifers.

It’s not rocket science that it’s getting harder and harder each year to find good dairy heifer grazing in Canterbury and Southland, due to dairy conversions encroaching on good summer safe land.

At the same time, these conversions are only adding to the demand for grazing with their own grazing requirements for replacement heifers. Central Otago Farmlands Livestock Rep Tony Arscott, along with Grazing TFO Frank Ruddenklau, have been working closely with clients in Central Otago, with the view to include dairy heifer grazing as a big part of their operations. These clients have all the tools required to do a top job, including irrigation, great climate, fertile

soils, a proven track record in fattening

you do want to go and check on

lambs and cattle and growing winter and

your heifers, what better place to go

summer crops. Combine all of this with

for a couple of days R and R than

our Farmlands Livestock fully monitored

Central Otago!

weight gain contract and we believe we

Farmlands Livestock has had heifers

have the right mix to take care of growing

grazing in Central Otago for more than

out heifers to their full potential.

12 months now, with excellent results.

We can take heifer calves at 100kg in

For more info or to see the growth

December and deliver them back as

rates that have been achieved over the

well-grown in calf heifers in May, 17

past 12 months, give one of us a call.

months later, with possible options for the second winter as well. Farmlands

Richard van Wynbergen 027 445 6056

contracts include monthly weighing,

Tony Arscott

021 187 7077

making sure animal health is taken care,

Frank Ruddenklau

027 668 8235

of as well as regular reports and photos.

Monthly monitoring identifies problems when they arise, so things can be put right straight away. This takes away the worry of having your expensive young stock a long way from home. Mind you, if

south island herds for sale june 2015 delivery

• 750 Friesian and Friesian X BW 95 PW 120. 90% RA, LIC breeding, G3 profiled, 420kg MS/cow $2,150 + GST. Contact: Rob Blincoe 027 677 8969.

• 700 Friesian and Friesian X BW 117 PW 160. 87% RA, LIC bred, G3 profiled, 426kg MS/cow 1,360 per ha. $2,400 + GST. In calf heifers also available BW 189 PW 209. Contact: Grant McIlroy 027 345 9262.

• 350 Crossbred herd BW 87 PW 113. 84% RA. Tasman area, currently OAD herd. $1,800.

Contact: Alf Kinzett 027 241 8919.

For more info and other listings, check out our website or contact us to list your herd here. www.farmlands.co.nz/livestock Email livestock@farmlands.co.nz

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FARMLANDS LIVESTOCK

New Livestock Representative SOUTH CANTERBURY/NORTH OTAGO DISTRICT Farmlands Livestock is pleased to

which is producing outstanding results

announce the appointment of John

and will be involved in all aspects of

Travers as Livestock Rep, servicing

our dairy business. With more than

the South Canterbury/North Otago

10 years’ experience also managing

area. John brings with him a wealth of

deer operations, breeding and good

experience in farming, in particular great

knowledge on sheep and beef, John is

knowledge in the dairy and deer breeding

capable of providing good service to all

sectors. John’s previous position as a

shareholders, with Farmlands Livestock’s

Custom Relationships Manager/A.B.

motto of “working in conjunction with

Technician for LIC places him in a great

shareholders to improve their returns”.

position to develop our strong dairy/

Contact

John Travers

grazing business in the regions. John

Home business

03 686 1735

Mobile

021 841 592

will coordinate and manage our weight gain heifer grazing business locally,

Visit www.farmlands.co.nz and click on the Livestock page for all current listings of livestock for sale and wanted, plus all upcoming sales. To list stock for sale or wanted, contact your local Farmlands Representative and use our instant South Island network coverage to fulfill your needs.

central otago - spring cattle sale waipiata saleyards - 23rd october, 2014 - 1pm 2 YEAR OLD CATTLE

YEARLING CATTLE

200 Angus / Hereford X Steers 100 Angus Steers 100 Angus / Hereford X Heifers 80 Charolais / Simmental X Steers 50 Simmental X Heifers

200 Angus / Hereford X Steers 150 Angus Steers 100 Simmental X Steers 150 Charolais Steers 100 Charolais Heifers 100 Angus Heifers 100 Simmental X Heifers

The above cattle will be presented in prime and forward store condition.

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The cattle are all station bred beef cattle, renowned for their shifting ability.

To be held at the Waipiata Saleyards, 10 minutes from Ranfurly township.

All enquiries to – Tony Arscott 021 187 7077

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FARMLANDS REAL ESTATE

South Island REAL ESTATE AWARDS Farmlands Real Estate has achieved our best financial year

TOP SALESPERSON OF THE YEAR

ever. This excellent result is attributed to teamwork by a group of outstanding Salespeople who work incredibly hard to ensure your property is marketed in the most professional manner, in order to achieve the highest possible sale price, on the most advantageous terms for shareholders.

TOP ACHIEVERS 2013/2014 Business Development •

Maurice Newell - Rangiora

•

Eddie Moir - Timaru

Top Office •

2nd Runner Up - Waimate and Rangiora

•

1st Runner Up - Leeston

•

Top Office - Westport

SIMON RICHARDS from our Timaru Office On behalf of the management team at Farmlands Real Estate, I congratulate not only our winners but the whole team, who all contribute to our success.

One in four farms sold by Farmlands One in four South Island farms more than 50 hectares sold

Top Residential Salesperson •

Chris Neilson - Timaru

Top Lifestyle Salesperson •

Malcolm Garvan - Rangiora

Top Rural Salesperson •

Tim Meehan, Neill Dick, Ian Moore - Team Waimate

between June 2013 and June 2014 was sold by Farmlands.

These shareholders enjoyed the co-operative’s benefits. With more than half a million Choices Points awarded in the last financial year, competitive commission rates and the potential of your Directors ratifying a rebate on gross commission paid, why not list your farm with your co-operative?

If you are considering selling in the future, call to discuss your options with your local Farmlands Salesperson. I am always available if you require specialist advice surrounding your marketing campaign or any real estate matter. Secure your

Top 10 Salespeople

space in the Farmlander now.

10. Eddie Moir - Timaru 9.

Merv Dalziel - Oamaru

8.

Malcolm Garvan - Rangiora

7.

Noel Lowery - Leeston

6.

Trevor Norman - Wanaka

5.

Terry Forde - Southland

4.

Kurt Snook - Timaru

3.

Shari McLaughlin - Westport

2.

Tim Meehan, Neill Dick, Ian Moore - Team Waimate

SOUTHERN MARKET COMMENT

Calvin Leen General Manager Farmlands Real Estate 027 453 0950 calvin.leen@farmlands.co.nz

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LILYDALE DAIRY FARM AND RUNOFF FAIRLIE, CANTERBURY A reliable Fairlie foothills property in a higher rainfall area, which is fast becoming renowned for its productive and lower input dry land dairy farms.

360ha milking platform and 227ha runoff. Cows have historically produced 400kgMS. The dairy shed is a 44 aside herringbone with 1,000 cow yard.

Simon Richards 027 457 0990 simon.richards@farmlands.co.nz

SOUTHERN DAIRY

Property ID: TU10356 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

The property is in three titles (subject to survey) with the runoff adjoining.

350,000 Fonterra shares optional. There is potential that could be realised by further development. For genuine sale with various purchase options: • Dairy farm, stock, shares and runoff, excluding plant • Dairy farm • Runoff Price by negotiation.

FARMLANDS REAL ESTATE

LARGE, WITH OPTIONS

Property ID: WA1234 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

WAIHAORUNGA, SOUTH CANTERBURY This property has been developed as a dairy support block but could be converted to sheep and beef. Flat to rolling land with steeper areas, that is well subdivided into 70 paddocks with 500 litre troughs in most paddocks, with 5 storage tanks. Extensive lanes and all weather tracks, a large storage pond for irrigation and approximately 40 hectares irrigated by K-line. Large five bedroom historic homestead, support buildings, silage pits, quarries, dams and ponds.

Early settlement a possibility.

Price $4,350,000 plus GST if any including extensive plant list.

SOUTHERN SUPPORT

Ian Moore 027 539 8152 ian.moore@farmlands.co.nz

Tim Meehan 027 222 9983 tim.meehan@farmlands.co.nz

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ATTADALE STATION

Property ID: DU2120 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

MIDDLEMARCH, OTAGO • • • • • •

Large diverse sheep, beef and grazing property Situated west of Middlemarch in the Strath Taieri district 2,391ha Freehold in several titles Two good family homes and good support buildings Suitable for a range of pastoral uses including as a breeding and finishing unit, dairy support or cropping This is a large scale farm in a good location

Price by negotiation.

SOUTHERN SHEEP & BEEF

Craig Bates 027 489 4361 craig.bates@farmlands.co.nz

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ASHERIDGE STATION

Property ID: TU10340 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

HAKATARAMEA VALLEY, SOUTH CANTERBURY Asheridge Station is a genuine 4,500 stock unit property located on Cochranes Road, 40km north of Kurow in the esteemed Hakataramea Valley.

• 636ha Freehold / 2,102ha Leasehold • Four bedroom homestead with large second home • 6-stand wool shed (1,200 night pens) • New cattle yards • Two sheep yards • Multiple access tracks Deadline Sale closing 1pm, Thursday 30 October 2014.

SOUTHERN HIGH COUNTRY

Noel May 021 457 643 noel.may@farmlands.co.nz

Barry Kingan 027 229 5046 barry.kingan@farmlands.co.nz

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NIMROD DOWNS

Property ID: TU10361 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

ALBURY, SOUTH CANTERBURY 2,151ha downs and tussock run Nimrod Downs is now for genuine sale after 21 years of loyal ownership due to succession planning.

• Reliable natural and reticulated water • Family size four bedroom home in an established setting, plus three bedroom cottage • Good farm buildings and infrastructure • In a location regarded as ‘summer safe’

Kurt Snook 027 256 0449 kurt.snook@farmlands.co.nz

SOUTHERN SHEEP & BEEF

This large scale breeding and finishing property is a mix of developed downs subdivided into 40 paddocks, which is utilised for stock finishing and winter crops. The balance of the property is tussock run, well subdivided into 18 blocks. Excellent natural water to run country and reticulated water to majority of downs paddocks. Nimrod Downs has a well maintained four bedroom family home in a sheltered setting. Excellent 3-stand raised board woolshed with covered yards, two sets of satellite yards on the downs plus cattle yards, separate sheep yards, an airstrip and covered fertiliser bin. Properties of this size and location seldom become available in South Canterbury. Viewing advised, phone today.

Deadline sale closing 1pm, Tuesday 28 October 2014.

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Property ID: IN1637 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

QUALITY WITH SCALE TUATAPERE, SOUTHLAND This quality property of scale, with further potential, comprises 445ha presently utilised for breeding, fattening and grazing. The farm is characterised by a good standard of improvements and is located in a strong farming area.

Three bedroom, brick and roughcast, open plan, refurbished homestead.

Four-stand raised board woolshed and covered yards. Water schemes in place. Extensive pasture maintenance and development has been carried out on the property in the last 10 years.

Price on application.

Terry Forde 021 361 516 terry.forde@farmlands.co.nz

SOUTHERN SHEEP & BEEF

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130,000KGMS HOKITIKA, WEST COAST This pristine unit is located only 20 minutes inland from Hokitika.

With three houses and enough barns to make any man happy.

Has had significant capital invested.

Shari McLaughlin 027 266 6850 shari.mclaughlin@farmlands.co.nz

CALLING YOU!

Property ID: TU10259 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

A 28-aside herringbone shed with automatic teat sprayer is very well maintained and has very good stock flow. A whey feeding system in the shed and in the exit race allows additional feeding. 168ha effective area. Available as a going concern. Price $4,250,000 land, buildings and shares plus GST if any.

Property ID: TU10267 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

HARI HARI, WEST COAST This 154 hectare, 150 hectare effective Hari Hari dairy unit has had all the hard work done for you and leaves you wanting for nothing - 13/14 season produced 113,178kgMS. Milking 280 cows through a 30-aside herringbone shed, with meal feed system and cup removers. Option to lease the existing 45 hectare runoff minutes away. Located on the Hari Hari flats, only 50 minutes south of Hokitika.

Price $3,000,000 plus GST on land, buildings and shares. Available as a going concern.

SOUTHERN DAIRY

Shari McLaughlin 027 266 6850 shari.mclaughlin@farmlands.co.nz

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GREENRIDGE FARM TIMARU, SOUTH CANTERBURY Ignore all previous price expectations. Nestled between Gleniti Golf Course and Spur Road, this 164ha property has unbelievable special features. New bore has a sustainable test pump rate of up to 110 litres per second, with a resource consent application of 60 litres per second. The water consent offers a diversity of land uses. Five titles from 110ha to 2ha allow for subdivision now and in the future. Fully deer fenced, subdivided and laned to a very high standard. Complemented with superior handling facilities, multiple sheds and a large four bedroom home. Buyers in the $4 million plus range must inspect.

Deadline sale closing 1pm, Thursday 23 October 2014.

FIRST FARM / DAIRY SUPPORT

Property ID:TU10342 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

Noel May 021 457 643 noel.may@farmlands.co.nz

Property ID: IN1768 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

HEDGEHOPE, SOUTHLAND Option 1- Productive 45ha unit on easy rolling contour, with 95 percent of pastures under 5 years old. Features a four bedroom homestead, woolshed and a 3-bay implement shed. Presently utilised, May to May, as heifer grazing.

Option 2 - A second four bedroom, open plan home with attached double garage is also available on 4,400m2 title. Can be purchased individually or together. Deadline sale closing 29 October 2014. Prior offers considered.

SOUTHERN SHEEP, BEEF & DEER

Terry Forde 021 361 516 terry.forde@farmlands.co.nz

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MAGNIFICENT MILTON, OTAGO Due to a job promotion, this magnificent 11.7ha rural property is now available. Comprising a four bedroom brick home, with open plan living and outstanding rural vistas.

Patrick Bowden .

027 436 5161 patrick.bowden@farmlands.co.nz

I CAN SEE FOR MILES!

Property ID: DU2122 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

Double garage with internal access. Well sheltered with exotic and native plantings resounding with calls of bellbirds and tui’s.

Four-bay implement shed with a small shearing area, covered yards and power connected. Every paddock has shelter and water. There is an additional railway lease of 1.6ha approximately on the boundary at a nominal cost. Price by negotiation.

Property ID: BL1127 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

FAIRHALL, MARLBOROUGH Immaculate 11ha farmlet on a delightful elevated site overlooking the Brancott vineyards. Near new home with uninterrupted views, complete with entertainer’s kitchen and butler’s pantry, plus superb living spaces. Three double bedrooms, master with en suite and walk-in wardrobe. Rolling land deer fenced into ten paddocks with water reticulated and a peaceful park like native area has the potential for a secondary dwelling. 7ha is licensed for irrigation from the SVIS via 55,000L of storage, with domestic water from an onsite well. 20 minutes to the Blenheim CBD. Price by negotiation over $950,000 plus GST if any on land only.

SOUTHERN LIFESTYLE

Allan Gifford 027 226 2379 allan.gifford@farmlands.co.nz

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Have Card, will travel

This month

Having a Farmlands Card is about providing you with options and savings. Whatever you need, wherever you need it, your co-operative aims to give you the opportunity to use your Card to purchase it. The easier it is for you to find a Card Partner, the easier it is for you to keep track of your accounting, as all Farmlands Card purchases end up on your itemised statement, no matter where you are and when you bought it.

CHECK OUT THE GREAT SAVINGS FROM THESE FARMLANDS CARD PARTNERS

To help shareholders have the best accessibility to Card Partners, Farmlands has been building up a team of Card Account Managers around New Zealand, whose goal it is to find you the best deals!

Some have joined us due to their strong agricultural background. Others have joined us from other Card Partners, so they already know the strength of the Farmlands Card. Whatever the background, they have been tasked to head into New Zealand’s heartland and find what outlets can offer the best service to our shareholders, by becoming Card Partners.

How you can help The Card Team would like your help to improve the Card Partner Network – please give us your feedback by emailing cardpartners@farmlands.co.nz or calling 0800 200 600. Tell us how Card Partners are performing and any prospects you would like us to sign up.

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WHAT’S HOT

CHECK OUT THE AMAZING RANGE OF PRODUCTS THAT OUR CARD PARTNERS HAVE ON OFFER. USE YOUR FARMLANDS CARD AND SAVE! Relax in the comfort and classic style of a genuine La-Z-Boy recliner. The La-Z-Boy name has been synonymous with comfort and quality in Kiwi homes for decades and this Aspen recliner is available from Big Save Furniture in selected fabrics at an incredible price. Normally $1,199, now $599 – save $600.

Available in 23 stores nationwide. www.bigsave.co.nz

Tornado Dressing Mixer. It makes mixing, pouring and storing dressings so easy.

Battery operated, the Dressing Mixer will power spin your dressings to perfection in seconds. From fridge to table - it will pour your perfectly mixed dressing from its no drip spout.

Dressing Mixer RRP $31.40.

Available from the Arthur Barnett Online Store.

(Your Farmlands 6% rebate will show on the docket with your purchase)

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Huge on value great on size The Mimosa 4 Piece Lounge Setting represents huge value. Its compact size makes it great for balconies or patio settings and it comes ready to assemble in a handy transportable box. Made from aluminium and rattan, it won’t rust and is easy to maintain. $398.

Head into Smiths City this month to receive a great deal on the Mountain Buggy Terrain Pram. This pram offers precision steering and maximum control for getting active on and off road. RRP $839.99. For the month of October, purchase this great pram in any Smiths City store using your Farmlands Card and pay only $649.99.

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Kitchen Kapers keeps shareholders cooking Kitchen Kapers has one goal – to make life delicious. It is a goal they achieve in style – with reliable kitchenware ranges and scrumptious fudge cooked on-site!

cooking connoisseurs, it also gives a

Kapers online store still offers a

nudge to those fond of fudge.

chance to see what is available.

“I think being part of a rural town

“The chance to have Kitchen

helps us – we know what’s happening

Kapers go online is quite exciting,”

out on-farm during the seasons and

Rachael says. “We’ve started with the

It is one thing to sell kitchenware –

we offer what they need at the right

basics – such as our Burleigh china

it is another entirely to use it in-

time,” Rachael says.

range – but our online range will

store to make delectable treats for

Kitchen Kapers is not just a name

definitely be growing. We are open to

customers. But Kitchen Kapers, a

on the lips of Mid Canterbury

suggestions as to what stock goes

cornerstone of Ashburton retail for

shareholders, as the business has a

into our online store.”

the past 30 years, has never been

strong following with shareholders

The online store does stock the

one to do things by halves.

throughout the country as a mainstay

delicious Kitchen Kapers fudge –

Rachael Redmond has been running

of the Ladies Night series. While

which can be delivered throughout

the business for the past 10 years,

Kitchen Kapers will not be appearing

the country. “We’re happy to gift

having taken the reins of the family

in the North Island this year (Rachael

wrap it and deliver it for that personal

business from her mother-in-law.

admits they have been extremely

service,” Rachael says.

Rachael says the Kitchen Kapers

busy recently and unfortunately do

For those near Ashburton, Rachael

team offers not only a gift haven for

not have the time), the new Kitchen

encourages them to come instore and see for themselves why shareholders throughout the country enjoy stopping in for a visit. In addition to baking in-store, there are also cooking classes to see the products in action. For everyone else, the online store provides a new option for quality kitchenware.

“We’re extremely service based. We pride ourselves on our knowledge of the products we sell – and the service we provide when you visit us,” Rachael says.

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FARMLANDS CARD - FOR EVERYDAY SAVINGS

10% off all Bluebridge fares for all Farmlands members (no joke)!

Visit bluebridge.co.nz/farmlands to book and enter the promo code ‘CRIKEYDICK’.

Call us on 0800 844 844 to pay with your Farmlands card

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Air Compressor

Airless Sprayer

• 3 HP 230v 50Hz motor • 50 litre horizontal tank certified to International CE0036 standard • Free air delivery 168 litres/min • 12CFM

• Powerful 3/4HP airless sprayer suitable for most water and oil based paints • Delivers up to 1.7L per minute • Pressure adjustable up to 2,800psi • PS240F

CODE 06474831

CODE 05769382

745.00

$

INCL GST

1799.00

$

Phone: 0800 660 660

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Valid October 2014.

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SALE 30 up to

%

off

30off

%

Resene Premium Paint 4L and under Wallpaper

25off

0800 RESENE (737 363)

%

Resene Premium Paint 10L Resene Cleaning Products Decorating Accessories

www.resene.co.nz

Discounts off the normal retail price available 1 October - 2 November 2014 only at Resene owned ColorShops.

Valid only with cash, Farmlands Card, credit card/EFTPOS purchases. Not available in conjunction with account sales, promotional vouchers/coupons or other offers. Excludes trade, ECS and Crown products and PaintWise levy.

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Sweet… a power company that actually wants to help me save power.

0083A

At Meridian Energy we work hard to understand what it takes to run an efficient farm. We’ll discuss your individual farm requirements, equipment and processes. We’ll also provide advice on power use practices and products to help drive down your electricity costs.

Talk to us – we’re working for rural New Zealand.

Call 0800 496 777

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PlaceMakers

KIT C H EN S • cabinetry made in new zealand excluding hardware • soft-close cupboards & drawers with european made soft close hardware

Cabinetry Flat Pack

• lifetime warranty on internal hardware

$5,210

+ Benchtop

• 15 year warranty on cabinetry Cabinetry Pre Assembled

• ISO14001 environmentally certified

Ready for installation + Benchtop

moisture resistant board

$5,410

• free in-store design service • a range of solutions to suit any budget

LINE KITCHEN: Cabinet colour: Thermal wrapped, white matt finish (Robina Profile).

Benchtop colour: Formica® Flint Crystal.

Price includes: Benchtop, cabinets, door & drawer fronts, cover panels, legs, toe kicks & soft closing doors & drawers

WE’VE GOT SHEDS FOR EVERY FARM ASK IN-STORE FOR YOUR COMPETITIVE QUOTE • WE CAN SUPPLY A KITSET FOR YOU TO BUILD, OR DESIGN AND BUILD TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS • WIDE RANGE OF SIZES AVAILABLE

Sheds available at participating stores only. Contact your local store for more information.

USE YOUR FARMLANDS CARD AT PLACEMAKERS FOR DISCOUNTS ON SELECTED PRODUCTS. PLACEMAKERS ARE A PROUD SPONSOR OF:

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gifts

for the home

Thanks to the Arthur Barnett Online Department Store it couldn’t be any easier to find the right gift for friends and family for any special occasion.

THE ONLINE DEPARTMENT STORE

Platinium Range KMS156 Stand Mixer $1149 Frosted Azure (with frosted bowl), Frosted Pearl (with frosted bowl), Blueberry (pictured) or Electric Blue Other attachments available:

new

Blu col eb ou err y r

3pc Pasta Roller $399

Ice Cream Bowl $199

Food Grinder Mincer $149

Sausage Stuffer Slicer Shredder $220 Tubes $29

New Pro Line Series Candy Apple or Frosted Pearl

16 cup Food Processor $1199

1.5lt Electric Kettle $429

2 slice Automatic Toaster $499

To receive your Farmlands 6% rebate, quote your card number when purchasing Online at www.arthurbarnett.co.nz or when your order direct on FREEPHONE 0800 801 129.

Your rebate will show on your delivery docket not at point of purchase.

6% rebate applies to non-sale items.

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5 speed Cordless Hand Blender $599

6% rebate applies

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+It’s good to take short

breaks regularly when working long hours.

Great changes have taken place Farmlands Trading Society Limited and CRT Co-operative have now merged to become Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited. If there were any changes to your Southern Cross policy you will have received details about these in the post.

Now is a great time to join

As a member of Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited you are entitled to health insurance from Southern Cross at a discounted rate.

Plenty of reasons to choose Southern Cross Member discounts

Assistance with ACC reviews

Save money on everyday health products and services at OPSM and Lumino. You can also get discounts from Southern Cross Travel Insurance and Southern Cross Pet Insurance.

Accidents happen on the farm. Southern Cross can help you with your claim review if ACC declines to cover your accidental injury claims. In 2013, 170 members were successful with their ACC claim reviews.

My Southern Cross

Affiliated Providers

My Southern Cross is our secure, online service that makes having and using your health insurance easy. You can manage your policy whenever and wherever it suits you.

Care for your whole family

You only pay for the first two children (under 21 years) on your policy* – the rest are free!

Affiliated Providers are doctors, specialists and medical facilities that are contracted to provide Southern Cross members with certain healthcare services at agreed prices.

When you visit an Affiliated Provider for a contracted service, they’ll organise prior approval and claim on your behalf.

*Conditions apply. A child can only be insured as a dependant on his/her parent’s policy.

Signing up is easy!

Give us a call on 0800 GET COVER or email getcover@southerncross.co.nz and our friendly team can help you.

Southern Cross Medical Care Society, Private Bag 99934, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

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20L Push/Pull Drum Pump

• • • • • •

Suitable for use with most types of 20L oil containers (thread adaptors available) Suitable for gear, diff, engine and hydraulic oils 1.5m anti-kink dispensing hose Valve in nozzle reduces dripping Holder for dispensing nozzle allows any drips of oil to drain back into the container Delivers approx 70ml per stroke

Zinc It Range 400ml

Black, White, Yellow, Green, Blue, Bright.

(20_)

HOT PRICE

1650

$

(PP20L-P)

EA

1200Amp Jumpstarter

Suits up to 8 cylinder petrol vehicles & 5L diesel vehicles.

HOT PRICE

(RJS1200-1)

6499

$

Air / Water Reel with 15m x 12mm Hose

• • •

Plastic reel for air/water 15m x 12mm hose Working pressure 1,700kPa (250psi)

(L-PAW1215)

HOT PRICE

EA

199

$

EA

HOT PRICE

32499

$

EA

7HP 4 Stroke Petrol Pressure Washer

• •

3000PSI, 9L/min water flow Ideal for industrial cleaning

(RPW3200)

AIRMAX12 – European Quality Compressor

• • • • • •

European ABAC pumps European motor 125psi, 12 cfm 2.5hp, 8.1 FAD Regulator 50L Tank

(AIRMAX12)

HOT PRICE

499

$

EA

HOT PRICE

139999

$

EA

• 81 Stores Nationwide • OPEN 7 DAYS • www.repco.co.nz • Freephone 0800 800 878 • Farmlands Card Accepted •

While stocks last. Price includes GST. Valid until 31 October 2014. E & OE.

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DON’T LEAVE YOUR PROFITS TO CHANCE PROTECT YOUR LIVELIHOOD THIS SEASON WITH SPECIALISED ARABLE CROP COVER

to As a crop farmer, you rely heavily on the weather ately, provide the perfect growing conditions. Unfortun y so it’s a there’s not much you can do if things turn nast specialist with you good thing that FMG is here to provide s. arable crop cover that suits your business need

Barley

J

Maize

8.9ha

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G

K

5.0ha

7.3ha

A

L

7.6ha

FMG’s Arable Crop policy offers*: • 80% of the reasonable cost to replant if your loss occurs within 40 days of planting.

• Cover for accidental loss of your growing crop caused by fire or lightning. ing crop for loss • The additional choice to cover your growimpa ct. le vehic due to frost, hail, windstorm or • Top up cover for the United Wheatgrowers insurance scheme. is fully emerged • Seasonal cover which begins when your crop mber. For maize and established. Frost cover begins on 15 Nove other crops are crops your cover ends on 31 August, while hever occurs first. covered until 30 June or at harvesting, whic • Harvested crop cover for 12 months from harvest or until it is sold, whichever is sooner.

• Farmlands shareholders qualify for a 2% rebate on all arable crop insurance. c ry of the product and is subject to our specifi *Disclaimer: Please note this is only a summa get can You ent. docum policy the to refer should product documentation. For full details, you need, from your local FMG representative, you ation inform other any and ents, these docum our website www.fmg.co.nz by calling us on 0800 366 466 or by visiting

H

8.6ha

E

13.0ha

B

6.9ha

I

1.2ha

9.2ha

F

3.6ha

D

4.6ha

C

4.6ha

When requesting a propos al on FMG’s Arable Crop cover, don’t forget to send through your farm map.

FMG’s Arable Crop insurance offers seasonal cover and there is no cover or price advantages in taking out your cover later in the season, so for peace of mind enquire into protecting your crops today. If you leave it too late to insure you’ll miss out on the replanting cost cover.

To talk to someone who understands the risks you face at your place call us on 0800 366 466

Proud to be a partner of

FMG is a proud partner of

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MAKING A LIVING OFF THE LAND IS YOUR CALLING. BEING YOUR PARTNER IS OURS.

DEALS FROM

COUNTRY

WE MAKE IT EASIER AND CHEAPER FOR YOU TO DO WHAT COMES NATURALLY.

FOR FARMLANDS SHAREHOLDERS ONLY*

Take your pick from the latest deals from Carters Country at your local Carters store. And get special pricing on over 10,000 other items at Carters.

Post Level

Wood Rasp Half Round

#JP

250mm

HTSOPLIP

HTFIHRWR250

$

26.99

(EXCL GST)

SPECIAL

ORDER

$

33.99

(EXCL GST)

Tanelised Plywood Pallet Grade 7mm 2400 x 1200mm H3.2 CCA

Rural Non Structural 12mm 2400 x 1200mm H3.2 CCA

PPEP7PGT2412

PPEP12RN2412H3

$

25.

00 (EXCL GST)

$

43.00

(EXCL GST)

SPECIAL

ORDER

*Carters Pricing Terms: 1. All prices exclude GST. 2. Advertised pricing valid from 1 October 2014 to 31 October 2014. 3. Pricing not valid with any other promotion running concurrently. 4. Payment must be made using a Farmlands Card. 5. Lead time will apply for special order products. 6. Any trademarks are the property of the respective owners.

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AVAILABLE IN STORE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON YOUR FARMLANDS CARD

Visit your nearest Harvey Norman for big shareholder savings across thousands of Computer, Electrical, Furniture and Bedding products.

Take your TV viewing to the next level with Samsung’s curved screen Full HD TV which has a dramatically improved field of view and creates a panoramic effect to help the picture feel bigger, truly immersing you in the onscreen activity.

ENHANCED PORTABILITY WITH PREMIUM DESIGN

$

Hot Price

725

65” Curved Screen

$

Samsung GALAXY TabS 10.5’’ Tablet - 16GB. SM-T800NTSANZC

4985

165cmv

Samsung 65” (165cmv) Full HD LED*1 Curved Television.

MADE FROM RIMU

1699

$ EXCLUSIVE TO HARVEY NORMAN

$

2699

‘Manchester’ 3-Piece Fabric Recliner Lounge Suite.

Suite consists of a 3-seater sofa with 2 reclining actions, and 2 recliner chairs.

EXCLUSIVE TO HARVEY NORMAN

‘Riversdale’ Queen Bed Frame.

A classic design with a contemporary edge, this NZ-made Rimu ‘Riversdale’ range is a fine example of beautiful craftsmanship for your bedroom. Headboard options also available. Accessories shown are not included.

Accessories shown are not included.

Shop online or mobile: harveynorman.co.nz Choose to pick up in store or have it delivered.

SHOP with CONFIDENCE Product offers are valid until 31/10/14.

Visit your local store: Call

0800 464 278

(0800 GO HARVEY) for your nearest store.

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SHOP WITH YOUR FARMLANDS CARD IN STORE

*1. LED refers to an LCD screen combined with LED technology. See in store for further details.

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HARRY, teAm membeR

Portable Bugg BBQ

Amber or Graphite. Trolley sold separately, SKU03180556 $249. SKU03180553

$

498

Cast Stone Fire Pit SKU03170948

6 Burner Stainless Steel Hooded BBQ SKU03180360

2.5m Red Oriental Umbrella SKU03191089

$

96

$

6 Burner Grande Outdoor Kitchen Side burner. SKU03180367

$

$

249

649

2999

3 Burner Dual Fuel Hooded BBQ

$

SKU03170993

Tonala Clay Pizza Oven Stand sold separately, SKU03180437 $296.

$

SKU03180436

5 Piece Sling Bar Setting

549

699

Aluminium frame, UV protected fabric. SKU00244356

$

599

To find your local Bunnings store visit www.bunnings.co.nz or phone 0508 BUNNINGS.

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huge range of at the best price”

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$

3 Piece Alice Setting Powder coated iron frame.

SKU03191766

Adirondack Timber Chair

147

$

SKU03191012

Timber Corner Sofa With Coffee Table

1499

$

SKU03240550

299

5 Piece Fresco Timber Setting Deep seater with cushions. SKU03240551

1099

$

$

Acapulco Chair

Steel. Various colours. SKU03170905

4 Piece Wicker Lounge Setting

Resin wicker, aluminium frame. SKU03191691

$

99

398

Denarau Day Bed

145w x 150d x 72h cm. Black resin wicker base. Beige padded polyester seat. SKU03191371

797

$

$

Hanging Lounger Egg Chair

Powder coated frame. SKU03240549

9 Piece Wicker Setting

Aluminium frame, wicker chairs. SKU03191485

429

1999

$

Not all services and products featured are available in all stores, but may be ordered. See in store for product availability. Shelf prices may be lower than advertised to ensure lowest prices every day.

We reserve the right to restrict the purchase of commercial quantities. All prices quoted are inclusive of GST. Prices valid until Friday 31st October 2014 or while stocks last.

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THE ONLINE DEPARTMENT STORE

gifts for her

Whether it’s a gift for a birthday, special occasion or even Christmas, thanks to the Arthur Barnett Online Department Store shopping has never been easier or more affordable.

Oscar de la Renta Gift Set $79

Calvin Klein Euphoria Gift Set $89

Jimmy Choo Gift Set $125

Versace Miniatures Collection $75

50ml eau de Toilette, Activee Body Lotion and Activee Body Bath

60ml Jimmy Choo fragrance and 100ml perfumed body lotion

30ml eau de Toilette and sensual bath and shower creme

5ml Versense, 5ml Crystal Noir, 5ml Bright Crystal, 5ml Yellow Diamond, 4.5ml Vanitas

To receive your Farmlands 6% rebate, quote your card number when purchasing Online at www.arthurbarnett.co.nz or when your order direct on FREEPHONE 0800 801 129.

Your rebate will show on your delivery docket not at point of purchase.

6% rebate applies to non-sale items.

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XA-ARC170

PRICE SMASH DEAL! MMA/TIG DC INDUSTRY BENCHMARK INVERTER

ExclusivE to

PERFORMANCE PROVEN! RELIABILITY CONFIRMED! Compliant to AS/NZ 60947 Standard

18v Driver Drill & GrinDer Combo KC18DSGL(GB)

Includes 2 x 5.0Ah energy Li-ion batteries & smart charger.

18V Pro Series Driver Drill & 18V Angle Grinder. $699.00 GST Incl.

607

$

83

TWO CHANCES TO WIN Caliper 140.indd 1

Buy any powerBuilt product at participating stores and go into the draw to win the ultimate shimano fishing kit worth $900.

SoCket Set 3/4”Dr. 24pC Combination KT6224CR

Socket Sizes: 22, 24, 27, 30, 32, 36, 38, 41, 46, 50mm. 1, 1-1/8, 1-1/4, 1-5/16, 1-3/8, 1-7/16, 1-1/2, 1-5/8, 1-3/4, 2”.

425

$

22

$489.00 GST Incl.

EvEry Entry also goEs into thE major prizE draw to win

Made in Taiwan

• • • • • • • •

WARRANTY

170 Amp 230V, Electrode Hot Start Adjustable Arc Force Tig Lift Arc - Soft Start 60% Duty Cycle 10 -170 Amps Weighs 5.2 Kg Generator Compatible

XA-ARC170-SP

$

51478

+GST $592.00 GST Incl.

C/w - Arc Set 4m, Carry Case Tig Torch is optional and extra

apprentiCe tool CheSt & toolS 189pC

29/08/14 2:03:10 p.m.

CCT009F

Nice set of popular tools housed in a 9 drawer tool chest.

See instore for a full listing.

WIN WITH

UlTImaTe FIsHINg KIT

a gonE fishin fishing trip with graEmE sinclair.

ating er particip (1 prize p ) re e Sto TradeZon

868 70

$

$999.00 GST Incl.

Dargaville Farrand & Mason Ltd •Whangarei Donovans Trade Supplies Ltd • aucklanD TradeZone North Shore. Auckland Engineering Supplies (ME) Ltd. TradeZone East Tamaki. Grossman Twigg Engineering Supplies • Pukekohe Hardware Engineering Supplies (2005) Ltd • hamilton hand tool House • te aWamutu Stewart & Cavalier • morrinsville Workplace Engineering Supplies Ltd • mt maunganui Holmes Industrial Supplies (2006) Ltd • tokoroa Holster Supply Co. Ltd • rotorua TradeZone Rotorua • tauPo Total Trade Supplies (1998) Ltd • gisborne TradeZone Gisborne • naPier TradeZone Hawke’s Bay • neW Plymouth Croucher & Crowder Ltd • haWera Croucher & Crowder Ltd • Wanganui McDonald Equipment Ltd • Palmerston north Techweld NZ Ltd • Wellington W.R. Twigg Ltd • takaka TradeZone Takaka • nelson Opel Industries • blenheim blenheim Engineering Supplies Ltd • WestPort B.W. Palmer Ltd • rangiora Rangiora Engineering Supplies • christchurch George Henry & Co. Ltd - City, George Henry & Co. Ltd - Hornby • ashburton G.J. Blacklow & Co. Ltd • timaru Timaru Engineering Supplies Ltd • oamaru ireland engineering ltd • DuneDin HCD Flow Technology Ltd • alexanDra TradeZone Alexandra • cromWell TradeZone Cromwell • gore Gas and Tool Direct • invercargill e hayes & sons ltd

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