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FROM THE CEO Welcome to the March edition of Farmlander.

As I write this, I have spent the past week at Southern Field Days at Waimumu. I was really impressed to see the scale and positivity surrounding what Farmlands can do for our communities.

I thought our team did an excellent job and it was great to have a big role to play in what was the most positive thing at Southern Field Days – the Farmlands Cup. Having said that, both at Field Days and with other interactions I have been having with shareholders, it is clear to me that the expectation we have created with the merger and our subsequent delivery of that merger has not been to our shareholders’ expectations.

It would be really easy for me to say all the right words about how much better it is going to get but I’m really asking for you to watch our deeds, rather than hear the words.

Farmlands is moving to a more outwards facing shareholder orientated co-operative and I am confident you will see significant behaviour change on the back of that. But it will not be overnight.

As always, I’m interested in hearing your point of view.

Do not hesitate to contact me on ceoinform@farmlands.co.nz Kind regards, Peter Reidie Chief Executive Officer Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited

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INTEREST 2 From the CEO 2 Save the date 3 Meet the team 4 Buying Power Promise 5 5 minutes with Andrew Curtis, IrrigationNZ 6-11 Special Feature – Eco-operation 40 Farmlands Choices Rewards 41 Farmlands Fuel 42 Farmlands Finance 43 Farmlands Livestock 44 WorkSafe 45 Central Districts Field Days 46 Trapping pests increases bird numbers 47 Anti-Money Laundering

ON YOUR FARMLANDS CARD 51 What’s Hot 52 Bridgestone 53 Bunnings 54 Harvey Norman 55 Mitre 10 Mega 56 Repco 57 Super Liquor 58-59 Spark 60 Humes / Tru-Test 61 Challenge 62 TradeZone 63 Card Subscriptions 64 Dow AgroSciences

SAVE THE DATE

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Farmlands Horse of the Year, Hastings

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Farmlands Savile Cup Tournament, Kihikihi Polo Club, Te Awamutu

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BRIAN RICHARDS Q: What is your current role at Farmlands?

A: Technical Field Officer in Taupo.

Q: What do you enjoy about your job?

A: Working with positive people/shareholders, getting to know their business and helping them succeed.

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

A: Unfortunately don’t have much spare time – recent purchase of a small vineyard is keeping me busy.

I try to do some exercise when time allows.

Q: What is the strangest thing you have ever eaten?

A: Chicken feet.

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

A: A 747 plane-load of sheep to China.

Q: What is your favourite tipple?

A: My wine (from my vineyard).

BRIAN’S BUTTER CHICKEN ... IF I COULD COOK

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INGREDIENTS

For marinade 2kg chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks 200ml plain yoghurt 2 red chillies 2 bay leaves ½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons Garam Masala 2 cardamom pods Thumb size piece ginger, grated 6 garlic cloves

METHOD

1. In a blender, process the spices, yoghurt, tomatoes, ginger and garlic until completely fine. Pour over the chopped chicken and allow to marinade.

2. Heat the oil in a hot pot and fry the onions until soft and golden.

3. Add the garlic and fry for another minute then add the

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www.farmlands.co.nz 2x 400g tins whole peeled tomatoes 1 x 400g tin tomato puree 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon vinegar For cooking 3 tablespoons oil/ghee 2 large onions, sliced 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 100g butter, cubed

chicken and all the marinade and allow to come to the boil.

4. Lower the heat and allow to cook for 30-45 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.

5. Add the butter and stir through. Season to taste.

6. Serve with jasmine rice and naan bread.

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FARMERS FOCUS

5 minutes with... Andrew Curtis Chief Executive, Irrigation New Zealand

What is Irrigation New Zealand’s role in the rural sector?

To represent the interests of irrigating farmers and their service industries – provide a voice both nationally and in the regions for irrigation.

To promote excellence in irrigation through developing and delivering knowledge and training opportunities, helping irrigators achieve the new benchmark of SMART Irrigation (Sustainably Managed, Accountable, Responsible and Trusted Irrigation).

What are the main issues facing the irrigation industry at present?

Environmental expectations on-farm and how to achieve these. Our advice to irrigators under the new nutrient limits regime is understand where you are in relation to industry good management practices and start thinking about what changes you need to make to meet these expectations.

Getting the larger, developing irrigation schemes over the line. Modern irrigation is an intergenerational investment. The challenge for the larger schemes has always been

getting enough farmer uptake. When considering whether to invest, farmers need to understand they are not comparing an irrigated future with their status quo. Climate change and growing environmental regulation will impact upon them regardless.

There are a number of new irrigation schemes around the country being developed. Is Irrigation New Zealand seeing a conscious shift away from a reliance on rainfall?

Yes, particularly in eastern New Zealand where the impacts of climate change will be most evident. Alongside the Plains, we’re seeing irrigation’s expansion into hill country sheep and beef properties. Partial irrigation of 20–50ha of flats or rolling country with the balance remaining rainfed. This opens up opportunities for farmers to grow cash or feed crops. It is also a proven drought management strategy.

What do you feel are the key factors for farmers looking to improve their production through irrigation?

It’s simple – we call it SMART Irrigation (Sustainably Managed, Accountable, Responsible and Trusted Irrigation) – and there are four fundamental elements: • Firstly, ensure your irrigation system is designed and installed in-line with the industry codes of practice and standards.

• Secondly, monitor your crop water use and any rainfall or irrigation applied – this will ensure you only apply water when it is

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needed. Soil moisture monitoring is a simple way of doing this.

• Thirdly, get you and your staff trained. Each year IrrigationNZ runs a number of practical one day irrigator workshops throughout New Zealand. As well as covering off how to successfully schedule irrigation, we walk through the operation and maintenance requirements of different system types.

• Lastly, keep records. As well as providing evidence of your water use to support future consent renewals, accurate records allow you to look back at what you’ve done and fine tune your irrigation strategy accordingly.

Fast forward to 2025 – how do you see the future of New Zealand farming in your industry?

Irrigation New Zealand envisages a future where SMART Irrigation on-farm is the norm and where SMART irrigators are minimising their environmental footprint through efficient water use, yet still running profitable businesses. With this approach, New Zealand’s irrigated area could surpass one million hectares, providing significant social, economic and environmental benefits for the wider community.

Farmlands looks forward to working with Irrigation New Zealand to assist shareholders in making the best irrigation decisions for your properties. To find out more, visit www.irrigationnz.co.nz

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SPECIAL FEATURE

Eco-operation

The entrepreneurs striving for sustainable profitability | Omarama Station owners Annabelle and Richard Subtil.

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| Annabelle’s grandfather installed a hydro dam on the property in the 1930s.

| The Subtils were Canterbury’s Supreme Winners of the 2015 Ballance Farm Environment Awards.

Nowadays, sustainability is more than just a buzzword. For many New Zealand business owners, it’s a crucial part of what they do.

Businesses are constantly looking for ways to ensure that their operation not only has the capacity to endure – but be profitable as well. For these Farmlands shareholders, sustainability goes hand in hand with profitability.

The Ballance Farm Environment Awards recognise farm practices that promote sustainable land management. Entrants go through a judging process that considers the entire environment the farm operates within, with particular consideration to sustainable profitability, environmental awareness, good business practices and social and community responsibility.

Omarama Station, a 12,000 hectare property just south of Omarama village in the Mackenzie Country, is both a sustainable and profitable farming operation – thanks to proud owners Richard and Annabelle Subtil.

The Subtils also won the Massey University Innovation Award, WaterForce Integrated Management Award, Ballance Agri-Nutrients Soil Management Award and the Environment Canterbury Water Quality Award.

Omarama Station is 8,000 hectares of high country and 4,000 hectares of river flats. Annabelle’s family have owned the property since 1919 and the couple took over from Annabelle’s parents in 2000. Richard, also from a farming family, hails from Sussex in South East England. The couple have two children, Emma and Henry.

To win the awards, Richard says they had to demonstrate that their current farming operation would stand up to scrutiny in 100 years’ time. He says theirs is a multi-generational business and that Annabelle’s family have, in the past, felt very strongly about the need to ‘leave it better than you found it’.

Their farming practices were recognised last year, when Richard and Annabelle were named Canterbury’s Supreme Winners of the 2015 Ballance Farm Environment Awards.

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Over the past 14 years, Richard and Annabelle have significantly lifted the carrying capacity of their property, which now carries around 19,000 Merino sheep and more than 1,000 beef cattle.

560 hectares of the property are in centre pivot irrigation and

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| The Subtils also operate a farmstay at Omarama Station.

| Omarama Station now carries around 19,000 Merino sheep.

they have recently completed the installation of a 12 hectare storage pond. They also have their own hydro dam on the property that generates power that they sell to the national grid. Annabelle’s grandfather and great uncle installed the first system in the 1930s and the couple renewed the system around 5 years ago.

“They’re money making enterprises, there’s no doubt about that but they’re also long-term things that will make a difference in the future.”

Richard says they are always trying to invest in the future as much as possible, to make it better for the next generation. “And we enjoy the challenge of working out how to do these things.”

The Ahuriri River runs through the northern boundary of the farm and the Omarama Stream flows through the middle. Water is an important resource on Omarama Station, so for the past 11 years the Subtils have worked with local iwi and the Department of Conservation to promote the regeneration of the native longfin eel population.

“Because of the Benmore Dam they can’t migrate anymore, so what the local iwi are doing is picking them up at the bottom of | The Subtils work with local iwi to promote native eel regeneration.

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“ We’re very proud and passionate about the protection of our environment but we are equally as proud of the fact that we make a profit

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It is this approach that has lead the Subtils to continue to diversify their operation.

“When we came here it was 70 percent wool, 20 percent beef and 10 percent cull annual draft ewes and now we have 35 percent sheep meat, 30 percent beef and 25 percent wool,” Richard says. They also have paddocks that are leased out for dairy production and they operate a farmstay for tourists during the summer months, fitting in guests between family and work.

“You’ve got to do what you enjoy and enjoy what you do. We have a lot of fun and we work hard. We are incredibly lucky to be in this area, it can be challenging but it’s a great place to be.”

Gisborne local Denzil Judd is also enjoying the challenges of his sustainable and profitable business – turning the city’s green waste into compost and bark.

Previously a cropping operation, Denzil’s family farm just out of Gisborne has been in his family for around 70 years. | The Subtil’s operation produres 35 percent sheep meat and 25 percent wool.

the dam, bringing them up here and putting them into our stream.

Then when they are adults they take them back to the bottom of the dam and let them go again.”

“My father was a contractor and was involved with maize growing and general contracting,” he says.

“I left school and took up contracting myself – cable laying and trenching and field drainage then got on to gas reticulation work as well. When my father passed away I ended up having to run

Richard says having the eels in the stream is a reflection of the quality of the water they have at Omarama Station.

“Eels will only thrive if the water is clean, so if we mess up the quality of the water then we won’t have eels – so the fact that they are healthy and happy here is a good thing. We do voluntary water quality testing in all of our waterways – where it comes onto and where it leaves the property. It’s our core asset, so if something is wrong with it we want to be able to do something about it.”

“We’re very proud and passionate about the protection of our environment but we are equally as proud of the fact that we make a profit,” Richard says.

“There would be nothing clever about having a wonderful ‘eco’ story but losing money, because that’s never going to last.

What we’re trying to do is a sustainable farming operation that is profitable.” | The composting operation takes up around 2 and a half hectares of Denzil’s land.

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| Denzil has a purpose-built machine for spreading compost on kiwifruit vines.

the farm as well as my own contracting business, which I did for 5 or 6 years, before eventually deciding to concentrate more on the contracting side of it.”

Denzil sold part of the farm land to a large timber company and began doing some contracting work for them, which then led to him establishing his green waste business.

“They had a lot of bark and a lot of waste, so that’s sort of what really got me started in the waste business,” he says.

“Rather than just run it as a landfill, which we were doing, we set up a bark plant and started doing décor bark and compost.

We’ve been doing that for about 17 years now.”

Denzil has slowly grown his operation over the years and now deals with all the green waste in Gisborne. The composting operation currently takes up around 2 and a half hectares of his land and Denzil is expecting to double that area in the next 12 months. He employs nine full-time staff and supplies bark to two major chain stores in Auckland. His business also provides general cartage and water delivery services.

“I saw an opportunity basically, I thought, ‘something more can be done with it (the green waste)’,” he says.

“With my farming background – buying urea to make crops grow – I looked at it and thought ‘well why aren’t we using compost and doing something more like that’.”

Denzil travelled overseas and visited a number of sites in England and Germany to look at their composting processes and increase his knowledge of the industry. He describes the process of making compost as being similar to winemaking.

“We test it every week for temperature and moisture and we turn | Denzil Judd, right, with Composting Manager Emerson Bastillo.

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| Emerson checks the temperature of the compost.

| Between 65 and 68 degrees is the optimum temperature for compost.

it accordingly to keep it in that range, so we’re trying to keep it around 65-68 degrees all the time,” he says.

The business currently takes in around 4,000 tonnes of green waste each year, which produces approximately 4,000 cubic metres of compost.

“So at the end of it, we’re trying to achieve an organic matter of 75 percent. It’s tested for heavy metals and all that kind of stuff, so if a farmer or cropper comes back to us, we can trace the load right back to when it was made and every date it was turned.”

The timeframe from when waste comes in the gate to when it goes out is around 14 months.

Denzil says kiwifruit growers are currently their biggest market, with only a short window of time to get the product in. “We’ve purpose-built a machine for going into the kiwifruit vines for spreading, so we offer them a complete package – supply, cart and spread.”

“That will jump by about 100 percent in the next 12 months,” Denzil says.

“It’s certainly a thing of the future and I think people are getting more and more into composting. We’ve seen a huge increase in town people coming out to get compost for their gardens. I think people in general are realising now the benefits of planting the compost into the soil.”

Denzil says he loves the challenges that his line of work provides, as well as the idea of stopping green waste just going to landfill.

“We’re actually doing something with it and turning it into something useful,” he says. “It’s doing some good for cropping.”

| Denzil’s business produces around 4,000 cubic metres of compost each year from Gisborne’s green waste.

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ANIMAL MANAGEMENT

Your vitamin B12 solution for treatment and control of cobalt deficiency New Zealand research shows that around half of mixed sward pastures contain inadequate cobalt for sheep. Cobalt deficiency causes vitamin B12 deficiency, the underlying cause of ‘bush sickness’ and ‘wasting disease’. Cobalt is an integral part of vitamin B12, which has a key role to play in ruminants for cellular function and growth. If adequate cobalt is available, microbes in the rumen manufacture vitamin B12, which is then digested by the animal and stored in the liver.

Clinical signs of cobalt deficiency in sheep include reduced appetite, impaired growth rate and wool growth and sometimes crusty ears and a watery discharge from the eyes. Affected ewes can be infertile, have increased perinatal mortality and produce less milk. Cobalt deficient lambs may have higher worm burdens and faecal egg counts, possibly due to a reduced immune response. It has also been reported that cobalt deficient sheep may suffer from depressed immunity and are more susceptible to infectious diseases.

It is important to realise that sheep have a higher cobalt requirement than cattle and that growing stock have a higher requirement than adult stock. Making sure ewes have adequate levels of vitamin B12 prior to lambing is important, to ensure that lambs have sufficient liver stores at birth.

There are a number of other trace minerals that may be deficient in New Zealand pastures. One of the most important of these is selenium, which is a component of a number of enzymes in livestock.

Inadequate supply of selenium can have serious impact on growth and also on the animal’s immunity to infection.

Elevate is a vitamin B12 injectable solution for the treatment and control of cobalt deficiency in livestock. Available as 500ml flexi-packs, there are two strengths with the added convenience of being able to manage dose volumes ranging from lambs at tailing (Elevate B12 1000) through to adult cattle (Elevate B12 2000). Elevate is easy to administer under the skin in the neck, using the supplied draw-off apparatus and an injection gun. There are also two Elevate products containing both vitamin B12 and selenium for the treatment and control of both cobalt and selenium deficiency. Ewes and cows should be dosed pre-lambing and precalving respectively, to ensure adequate stores of vitamin B12 in the new-born and thereafter lambs and calves should receive regular doses of Elevate (refer to product labels for full details). Elevate will be shortly appearing on the shelves in a bright new silver coloured carton with a red slash, which is more eye catching and easier to read than the current packaging.

The carton has also been strengthened to protect the contents from crushing.

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

Article supplied by Bayer.

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ANIMAL MANAGEMENT

Setting targets to optimise farm performance Leading into autumn, it’s important to focus on factors you can control, to drive the long-term sustainability of your business.

Therefore stay focused on maximising production next season by achieving optimum feed cover and optimum cow condition at calving. To do anything else will compromise one year’s production for the next.

Targeting condition scores of 5 for all your mixed age cows and 5.5 for your first and second calvers at calving will help you make the decision of when to dry off cows based on their condition score.

On autumn pasture at 100 days out from calving, all mixed age cows below BCS 4 and first calvers below 4.5 should be dried off (Dairy NZ Facts and Figures page 38). Failing to do this and having cows 1 BCS lower at calving will cost you approximately $110.50 per cow (@$4.70 pay-out). To achieve the increase in body condition once these cows are dried off still requires high levels of feeding. Therefore drying off thin cows is not a technique for creating feed, when feed is short.

Pasture growth rates decline as autumn progresses. It is important to ensure that you are getting maximum utilisation from the feed you are giving to these lighter cows. Challenge from infective parasite larvae found on pasture means that energy and protein, which would otherwise be used to improve body condition, is used to prevent establishment of parasite infections within the body. This effectively decreases feed utilisation. Drenching cows at drying

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HORTICULTURE

Young Grower of the Year — essential to an industry vision Horticulture needs young leaders.

Leaders to drive the industry into a future where $10 billion by 2020 is possible. Hamish Gates, Horticulture New Zealand’s 2015 Young Grower of the Year, along with the 33 others who competed last year, will help make that vision a reality.

Young Grower of the Year is a series of competitions run by HortNZ and its partners to find the best young fruit or vegetable grower in the country.

Competitions start in the regions and are run by local co-ordinators. Four fruit grower events are held in Central Otago, Bay of Plenty, Nelson and Hawke’s Bay and one vegetable grower event is held in Canterbury. Regional events are constantly evolving, with co-ordinators

thinking creatively about how to foster best practice and leadership in our young growers.

Competitions are held from April to July and welcome spectators to support contestants while they battle it out for the title of best fruit or vegetable grower in their region. The five finalists from regional competitions move on to the Young Grower of the Year final.

• NZ Young Vegetable Grower – 28 April, Riccarton Park Racecourse and Rydges Hotel, Christchurch.

• Central Otago Young Fruit Grower – 27 May, Otago Polytechnic, Horticulture Training Facility, Cromwell.

• Bay of Plenty Young Fruit Grower – 22 June, Mills Reef Winery, Tauranga.

• Nelson Young Fruit Grower – 1 July, Hoddy’s Orchard and the Headingly Centre, Nelson.

• Hawke’s Bay Young Fruit Grower – 8 and 9 July, A&P Showgrounds, Hastings.

Now in its 10th year, the national final will be held for the first time in Pukekohe at the Pukekohe Indian Association on 20 July. Eight different modules are designed to test the five regional finalists’ practical abilities, business acumen, innovation and imagination.

A panel discussion on leadership and a speech at the evening awards dinner will put into practice the communication and presentation skills they develop at the Media and Presentation course included in their regional prize pack.

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HortNZ is committed to reaching its vision of $10 billion by 2020 and recognises the development of young leaders as integral to its success. The competition series relies on a strong family of sponsors and is a way for the horticulture industry to invest in the people that are vital to its competitive edge. Young Grower of the Year opens doors through industry connection, media exposure and the opportunity for participants to see the true extent of their capabilities.

It is this confidence that encourages young growers to take the next step.

What that step is varies from year to year and competitor to competitor.

Some have successfully established the Young Leader groups that are now operating in the different regions and several have commercialised the innovation proposal they submitted for their national final. For Hamish, Young Grower of the Year 2015 was a reminder that “the sky is not the limit” and that he can “go so much further and so can anyone else”. This is the attitude the competition ignites and one that is fundamental to the continued success of New Zealand’s horticultural industry.

For further information, contact your Farmlands Technical Advisor or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

Article supplied by Kirsty de Jong, Business Manager Hort NZ, Young Grower of the Year Manager.

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HORTICULTURE

Post–harvest ‘clean up’ in grapes The main driver of grape vine powdery mildew Erysiphe necator is the quantity of inoculum carried over from the past season.

The aim of a post-harvest “clean up” is to stop the production of cleistothecia, so that the infection can’t overwinter. Good disease control can prevent cleistothecia production. However, it is generally produced in the late summer to early autumn period, post-veraison, when powdery mildew preventative practices historically have ceased.

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Developing cleistothecia The initiation of cleistothecia sees the asexual sporulation stop in powdery mildew colonies. Once initiated, cleistothecia start out white, turn yellow, brown then finally black and once there is necrosis of the anchoring hyphae they are considered mature. Erysiphe necator cleistothecia can contain up to 36 ascospores.

Once detached, the fruiting bodies are dispersed by rain splash onto bark, trunk, leaf litter and soil. Ascospore survival is consistently higher in exfoliating bark.

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Excel Oil, Lime Sulphur and HML32 + Nordox eradicate the mycelium network on the leaf surface and kill the developing cleistothecia. They will not kill the matured cleistothecia, so eradication before they mature is essential for the management of inoculum. This improves the long-term control of powdery mildew.

An autumn eradicant fungicide followed by a pre-flowering eradicant can be critical in the effectiveness of a season long preventative fungicide programme.

“Action taken to eradicate cleistothecia can reduce significantly the incidence

and severity of powdery mildew,” – Gadoury et al.

Article supplied by Bridget Wilton,Technical Advisor, Farmlands Horticulture.

References: Blaich, R.,Heintz, C. and Wind, R. 1989.

Studies on conidial germination and initial growth of the grapevine powdery mildew Uncinula necator on artificial substrates. Appl. Microbiol. Biotechnol. 30:415-421.

Gadoury, D.M. and Pearson, R.C. 1990. Ascocarp dehiscence and ascospores discharge in Uncinula necator. Phytopathology 80:393-401 Gadoury, D.M., Pearson, R.C., Riegel, D.G., Seem, R.C, Becker, C.M. and Pscheidt, J.W. 1994 Reduction of powdery mildew and other diseases by over the trellis applications of lime sulphur to dormant grapevine.

Plant Disease 78:83-87.

Gadoury, D.M., Wakefield, L.M., Cadle-Davidson, L., Dry, I.B. and Seem, R.C. 2012. Effects of Prior Vegative Growth, Inoculum Density, Light, and Mating of Conidiation of Erysiphe necator. Phytopathology 102 65-72.

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Psa-V management post-harvest The period between harvest and leaf-fall is a high risk for Psa-V in kiwifruit, with cooler and wetter weather favouring Psa-V infection in the autumn.

Wounds created at harvest provide ideal entry points for Psa-V and late season growth (especially in male vines) is particularly vulnerable to Psa-V. The application of approved protectant sprays is recommended immediately post-harvest to help protect fruit stalks, leaves and late season growth from Psa-V infection. This includes copper with the addition of ActigardTM where there is no risk of spray drift onto fruit.

The benefit of applying Actigard early post-harvest is that leaves are in better condition to absorb the systemic active ingredient (acibenzolar-S-methyl), to provide up to 21 days’ protection. It can take 4 to 7 days for Actigard to fully activate kiwifruit vines, so the addition of copper is recommended for immediate protection and also for multiple modes of action against Psa-V. Actigard should be applied at a rate of 200g/ha as a dilute spray in conjunction with copper as soon as practical after harvest, with good coverage of leaves, fruit stalks and leaf scars required to optimise efficacy.

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previously, up to two applications of Actigard can be applied at 21 day intervals post-harvest if canopy condition allows (i.e. leaves are still green). Actigard is likely to be less effective when applied to leaves at an advanced stage of deterioration or after a significant frost event.

Growers should avoid applying Actigard to vines already stressed due to frost, high winds or excessive moisture. This means applying Actigard prior to, rather than after, high risk weather events.

To avoid the risk of residues when applying Actigard post-harvest, extreme care must be taken to avoid spray drift onto fruit in unharvested areas of the orchard or neighbouring orchards.

Sprayer tanks must also be cleaned thoroughly before any other products are applied to unharvested vines.

reducing the level of Psa-V infection in the autumn can help to reduce the symptoms of Psa-V in the following spring.

For further information, contact your Farmlands Technical Advisor or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

Article supplied by Actigard.

The precise mode of action of Actigard on Psa-V is not fully understood.

However, Actigard has consistently shown to reduce the symptoms of Psa-V by stimulating the natural self-defence system of kiwifruit via a response known as Systemic Acquired Resistance (SAR). Trials in kiwifruit have shown that

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IPM management of diamondback moth Warmer conditions mean an abundance of insect pests. Farmers wanting the best returns understand how important it is to have an integrated pest management (IPM) strategy to manage damaging pests such as diamondback moth, which can devastate brassica crop yields.

Diamondback moth is mostly active at night and can lay up to 100 eggs. The eggs transform into hundreds of larvae, which cause a huge amount of damage as they feed on the leaves. The problem isn’t generally noticed until the autumn when pest numbers peak and plant growth slows. Effective control needs to be achieved in the summer months whilst integrating pest management options.

For an effective IPM programme, consideration should be given to all available pest control techniques. By using the appropriate control methods, pest populations can be managed and kept below economic thresholds, as well as reducing risks to human health and the environment. Fundamentally, production

output is still the primary consideration, therefore an IPM programme should always pose the least risk while maximising benefits and reducing costs.

Be more selective – when choosing an insecticide for an IPM programme you need to consider the product's selectivity. It must offer high levels of pest control whilst minimalising the impact on beneficial insects. Highly selective insecticides such as Sparta™ insecticide have revolutionised IPM programmes around the world by offering cost effective, highly targeted control, without the risks associated with organophosphates and other toxic chemicals.

“Using a product soft on beneficial insects such as Sparta™ insecticide allows beneficial insects such as ladybirds and lacewings to work hand in hand with the chemistry in a balanced way,” Nick Koch, Marketing Manager for Dow AgroSciences New Zealand says. “Removing all the beneficial insects using older broad spectrum chemistries disrupts the natural balance, therefore allowing secondary insects such as aphids to flare up, creating yet another pest issue.

“Sparta insecticide has proven performance across a wide range of insect pests such as diamondback moth, white butterfly, leaf miner, springtails and nysius, making it a versatile choice for growers” Nick says. “Growers are demanding an alternative to old harmful chemistries such as synthetic pyrethroids (SPs) and organophosphates (OPs) – Sparta is proven to be the best product available for diamondback moth, whilst

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being selective to beneficial predators such as ladybirds.

“Resistance to OPs and SPs across New Zealand is on the rise, resulting in increased numbers of control failures.

Resistance is largely a result of overuse allowing insect pests to build up immunity – new chemistry is needed to break the resistance cycle. Sparta belongs to a unique chemical class known as the Spinosyns, which have no known insect resistance.

“Additionally, there is an increasing awareness of the health and safety concerns associated with the old chemistries – users are becoming more concerned for their wellbeing” Nick says.

“Farmers want an insecticide that delivers the highest level of control of damaging insect pests, minimal impact on beneficial insects and ideally something that is safe to use. Sparta delivers on all three counts”.

Sparta is derived from a naturally occurring active ingredient that poses minimal risk to people, animals and the environment. Sparta’s unique chemistry provides powerful control of diamondback moth and white butterfly that outperforms current market standards.

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New weed and pest control options at spray-out Pasture renewal programmes are often initiated because older pastures have become overrun by deep rooted perennial weeds like Californian thistle, docks and in more recent years, oxeye daisy. These weeds are not well controlled by ‘clover safe’ pasture herbicides, so the only real opportunity to get on top of them is during the pasture renewal cycle. However, until recently there have been limited options to gain reliable control of these deep rooted perennial weeds.

T-MAXTM While glyphosate is very effective against grasses, broadleaf weeds are not so well controlled by glyphosate alone. Various broadleaf herbicides and adjuvants are often added to glyphosate to improve broadleaf weed control but deep rooted perennial broadleaf weeds such as docks, Californian thistle and oxeye daisy often re-grow because their root systems are not totally killed. As a consequence, while control might look good for 2 or 3 weeks after a spray application, a short time later these weeds will re-emerge having regrown from live root remnants.

If these deep rooted perennial broadleaf weeds are not well controlled early in the pasture renewal cycle, they quickly become an issue when paddocks return to clover based pasture and very little is gained. Now there is a reliable solution!

Due to its ability to readily move through the sap stream and completely kill the root system, ‘aminopyralid’, a unique active ingredient in T-MAX has proven to be highly effective in controlling deep rooted perennial broadleaf weeds. A new

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registration for T-MAX allows tank mixing with glyphosate at spray-out, prior to sowing forage brassicas, cereals, maize and ryegrass. T-MAX is therefore a useful tool in the pasture renewal cycle where these crops are grown.

If sowing a straight annual ryegrass this autumn, T-MAX herbicide mixed with glyphosate at spray-out is the single most effective way to break the perennial broadleaf weed cycle and get high level control of these ‘hard to kill’ weeds prior to sowing. While forage brassicas, cereals, maize and ryegrass can be sown straight after T-MAX in a spray-out application, it is recommended to wait at least 6 months before re-establishing clover. Tank mixing T-MAX with glyphosate prior to sowing annual grass in autumn provides a perfect buffer to ensure good clover establishment the following season.

Effective control of deep rooted perennial weeds at spray-out means no residual live root chips in the ground to regenerate when you return to permanent pasture the following season.

Sparta Another major and often underrated problem that can affect autumn sown ryegrass/clover pasture is springtail damage which, often appears as poor pasture establishment. Until recently older organophosphate insecticides were the only option for springtail control at sprayout or shortly after drilling.

organophosphate insecticides. Sparta is safe and easy to apply and is virtually odourless. It’s excellent environmental profile includes safety to key beneficial insects, which helps reduce pressure of later pest outbreaks. Importantly, Sparta still provides robust and cost effective springtail control that matches older chemistry. Sparta can be tank-mixed with many other herbicides including glyphosate. Therefore because spray-out is the most effective timing for springtail control, Sparta can be added as part of a single spray-out application, to provide cheap and effective insurance for good pasture establishment.

For further information, contact your Farmlands Technical Field Officer or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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Friesian ‘mowers’ keep sugar grass fresh Mowing paddocks to maintain grass quality is not considered a good option

by Taranaki dairy farmer Paul O’Rorke despite having his rural contracting machinery readily available.

“It would be a false economy and a waste of diesel,” Paul says. He instead relies on 550 Friesian cross dairy cows to ‘mow’ grass across the farm to a targeted residual level for fresh regrowth.

Partly grazed paddocks tend to grow rank grass, which is a waste, so to keep his ‘mowers’ up to the task Paul has sown a third of his 180 hectare dairy farm into more palatable Aber® High Sugar Grass (HSG) pasture and intends to eventually have this grass across the whole farm.

“The cows like the sugar grass. They graze it hard. So they are eating more and seem happy and content.”

Each year Paul sows crop areas into ryegrass and for the past 8 years Aber HSG varieties have been the only perennial ryegrasses chosen for pasture renewal, because they are proven to be not only more tasty to cows but have also proven persistence through dry summers.

“The first Aber paddocks are still there,” Paul says. He currently has 60ha growing an Aber HSG ‘Dairy/Beef Mix’ of ryegrass and clover.

“It’s not a tall grass. You don’t think there’s a lot in the paddock but the cows come out very satisfied. It’s very thick and dense pasture and they get right into it and graze it down hard.”

He says the clean grazing of paddocks is a real benefit in the Te Kiri area south-west of Mount Taranaki, because the uneven terrain makes it more difficult to tow a mower behind the tractor.

“We don’t top (mow). So basically the cows keep that pasture quality and that’s a big plus for us. They eat it down every time.”

Paul says there’s been no need to undersow, patch or fill those paddocks and there’s no worrying evidence of grass grub or other pest damage.

When developing the farm, Paul’s tractors towed rakes, a rock picker and other machinery across land strewn with volcanic rock and stones to transform it into today’s premium pasture, feeding a herd that last year produced 470kg milksolids per cow.

“In one paddock we removed 94 tonne of rock per hectare before cultivation and sowing into permanent grass. This is a hard area with thin top soil and it’s stony underneath, so this country provides a good trial for any grass.”

When it’s dry the cows can pull out clumps of less persistent grasses but there’s been no noticeable pulling of the perennial AberDart, the first Aber HSG sown and then AberMagic.

Dairy farming for 16 years, Paul relies on lower-order sharemilkers Geoff and Deanne Batchelor, in their fourth season with Paul, to run the farm while he’s focused on the rural contracting business.

Geoff also puts a high priority on pasture quality and is pleased with their pasture renewal so far and the plan to continue re-grassing poorer paddocks after supplementary crops.

As is the case for his farmer clients, any new grass has to prove its worth on the farm and this past spring Paul planted AberGreen, a new Aber HSG perennial and is looking forward to the results.

“We’ve been very happy with the grasses used here so far and there’s no reason to stop. We have a large proportion of the farm in Aber and we will just keep going until we have got the whole farm in it.”

For more information, contact your Farmlands Technical Field Officer or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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Winter Crop Proves Impressive.

Winter crop proves impressive

While annual ryegrasses share a number of similarities, one stands out from the rest when it comes to actual performance.

Jivet is a tetraploid annual ryegrass developed

by DLF Seeds that delivers rapid winter growth, extended spring production and high feed value for silage.

Jivet is also drilled into older pastures after spraying, for increased winter grazing (at a typical feed cost of 8 cents/kg/DM) and silage production, before planting to a summer crop in spring (e.g. chicory, turnips or maize).

In addition to its abundant winter grazing, farmers have also been impressed with the superior quality of silage from Jivet. Its late heading date means Jivet is used widely for drilling maize superior quality of silage Jivet.

While annual ryegrasses share a number It establishes very quickly, grows back rapidly after moreinto leaf and lessthe stem at harvest, and from therefore paddocks after harvest, providing a Its late heading date means more leaf of similarities, one stands out from the rest each grazing throughout winter, and can be grazed more energy. The quality of silage is so high that profitable crop before next maize planting and less stem at harvest and therefore when it comes to actual performance. for a much longer period in late spring and summer are commonly being asked by farmer and is the ideal grass for contractors drilling into more energy.

The quality of silage is so Jivet is a tetraploid annual ryegrass than traditional annual ryegrasses. clients to supply them with ‘Jivet silage’. chicory stands in the autumn. high that contractors are commonly developed by DLF Seeds that delivers rapid winter growth, extended spring Jivet is usedand widely forvalue drilling into production high feed for silage.

being asked by farmer clients to supply Jivet is also drilled into older pastures after them with ‘Jivet silage’. for increased winter grazing maizespraying, paddocks To find about more about Jivet Annual Ryegrass, (at a typical feed cost of 8 cents/kgDM) For more information about Jivet after harvest, very providing a profitable crop before the talk with a Farmlands Technical Field Officer or It establishes quickly, grows back and silage production, before planting Annual Ryegrass, contact your nextrapidly maize and is the ideal grass for drilling visit dlfseeds.co.nz afterplanting, each grazing throughout to a summer crop in spring (e.g. chicory, Farmlands Technical Field Officer winter and can be grazed for a much into chicory stands in the autumn. turnips or maize). or the friendly team at your local longer period in late spring and summer Farmlands store.

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Spring feed to fit There is huge value in having sufficient spring feed at lambing or calving, extra growth leading in to and during set stocking, having feed coming for the second grazing round, or to speed up balance day.

Farmlands Fairlie clients Mark and Maja Adams of Rocklands Farm have been able to manipulate their early spring growth by trying Easton tall fescue with MaxP® endophyte on their 480ha sheep and beef farm located north east of the Fairlie township, in the Mackenzie District.

Easton tall fescue is very early heading compared to a ryegrass, with its spring flush up to 10 days earlier than standard mid-heading ryegrasses. After advice from their Farmlands Technical Field Officer Luke Brice, from early spring Mark and Maja set stocked 80 twin bearing ewes on 6.7ha of 1 year old Easton tall fescue.

This increased in early October to 200 twin bearing ewes for 14 days, followed by 90 R2 steers for 7 days, cleaning up any leftover feed before the paddock was closed up for a short while prior to the next rotation onto the Easton tall fescue. Mark was impressed by what the paddock could stock, especially for that time of year.

It has been an extremely dry season around Fairlie but Easton has performed exceptionally well. “This is the answer I have been looking for as spring is such a critical pinch time on my farm,” Mark says.

He “even struggled to keep on top of it in a dry year,” due to the amount of feed it was

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| Mark Adams (left) with Farmlands Technical Field Officer Luke Brice (right).

producing through early spring.

Having this bulk of feed arriving early in the spring allowed their other pastures to build covers. Mark’s lambs on the Easton continued to grow well because of excellent milk supply from the mothers and the lambs he weaned off the Easton have been a lot better than he has had off some of his ryegrass pastures.

Looking forward, Mark sees the potential to get up to a third of the drier areas of his farm in tall fescue, with the possibility that it could open up other opportunities such as an earlier lambing date.

Other strong spring feed producers are the mid-heading Request perennial ryegrass and Savvy cocksfoot. Request is a diploid, mid-heading ryegrass (+0 heading date relative to Nui) and while not as early as tall fescue, provides greater carrying capacity through September and early October compared to later flowering ryegrasses.

Savvy is a high yielding, soft-leaved cocksfoot that is typically finer in style compared to traditional cocksfoots.

While Savvy is relatively late heading, it possesses significant October growth and can play a key role on free draining soils where persistence has become the primary focus. Recent trial work has showed great potential with cattle grazing Savvy pastures, providing strong carrying capacity and per-head performance through the spring and early summer.

For more information, contact your Farmlands Technical Field Officer or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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Boosting milk production Northern Southland dairy farmer, Wally Kalweit has been spring sowing ONE50 AR37 diploid perennial ryegrass for the past 6 years. The requirement for a persistent ryegrass that would get him through the summer dry and have excellent spring/summer production was essential to maximise his milksolid production.

With advice from his Farmlands Technical Field Officer, Allister Gibson, ONE50 AR37 was an ideal fit for Wally’s high producing dairy system.

The un-irrigated 370ha farm, located just out of Mossburn runs 1,140 dairy cows and for the 2014/2015 season achieved an outstanding 434kg MS/cow, more than the average per cow production in Southland. Wally is now well on track for his 2015/2016 target of 450kg MS/cow, with the use of ONE50 perennial ryegrass being a key contributor to increasing his production. Since converting the farm in 2008, Wally re-grasses 10-12 percent of his property each year and now has two

thirds of his property in ONE50 AR37.

ONE50 perennial ryegrass is one of the highest performing cultivars available and has been extensively trialled throughout New Zealand as part of the National Forage Variety Trials. Data from these trials contribute to the DairyNZ Forage Value Index (FVI), giving cultivars an economic value between different ryegrass, regions and endophytes.

ONE50 AR37 has been given a five star rating (in the top 20 percent).

ONE50 is a late heading ryegrass (+20 days relative to Nui), so its flush of growth occurs towards mid to late spring, with excellent summer growth carrying into the autumn and winter. “The need for good spring growth is huge, because we get dry for 6 weeks in February/March and ONE50 AR37 gives us that,” Wally explains.

Not only has Wally been impressed with ONE50’s spring production but also with how well it recovers after the dry period and how quickly it bounces back after pugging events in early spring after a wet

winter. The farm grows on average 12-14t DM/ha/yr with strategic applications of urea.

The paddocks are on a 30 day round from October to the end of March and then a 40 day round until the cows are taken off-farm for the winter. Grain is fed at 200g per day to the cows over the summer and silage/baleage is brought in from the support block, as is short-term grass and whole crop silage. Wally tops his paddocks when it starts to go to seed either pre or post-grazing to maintain good quality throughout the summer months. Wally also values how clover friendly ONE50 is, which also helps to maintain high pasture quality throughout the season.

AR37 novel endophyte was chosen to be used with ONE50, as Wally was having problems with porina and ryegrass staggers as prior to the conversion, high endophyte grasses were sown. AR37 has a higher level of resistance to more pasture insects than any other ryegrass endophyte commercially available. AR37 is effective against Argentine stem weevil, black beetle, porina, pasture mealy bug and root aphid. “We had bad porina issues prior to converting and were big Dimlin users but since using AR37 we haven’t had any major porina problems and there have been no stagger issues or animal health issues.” Wally says.

For more information, contact your Farmlands Technical Field Officer or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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Cereal options with Farmlands Grain and Seed Once again this autumn Farmlands Grain and Seed can offer cereal growers a comprehensive range of cereal seed options, whether being grown for grain harvest, whole crop cereal silage, green-chop cereal silage, or grazed. These crops can be grown from the true winter varieties to utility types.

An example of the cereal cultivars suited to early autumn to winter sowing and available to order through Farmlands Grain and Seed are: • Early autumn barley – Cassia, Padura (true winter barley suited to late March-April sowing), Retriever.

• Later autumn barley – Booma, Liberator.

• Milling wheat – Claire, Conquest, Discovery, Empress, Inferno (high yielding biscuit/feed, suits March/April sowing).

• Feed wheat – Cougar, Excede, Raffles, Starfire (wide planting

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window, extremely high yield potential), Torch, Wakanui.

• Oats – Coronet, Hokonui, Milton.

• Triticale – Bolt, Crackerjack, Doubletake, Empero, Forerunner, WiNtermax.

All seed is subject to availability at the time.

Getting the season off to good start Seed treatment is advised especially for the early sowings.

Systiva is a form of SDHI fungicide, which has very good protection on scald and net blotch in particular for early sown barley and also on wheat for early rust and mildew. As with all SDHI products a maximum of teo applications per crop is advised as a method to minimise disease resistance.

barley yellow dwarf virus through to GS21. If you are growing wheat then adding Galmano brings the additional control of stripe rust, leaf rust and mildew through to GS30 in the early spring.

New for 2016, Farmlands is pleased to be applying Raxil, Galmano and Poncho in combination with Peridiam® Ferti 402. Peridiam Ferti 402 maintains the excellent dust control and visual appearance provided by previous Peridiam formulations but also brings the added benefit of the trace elements molybdenum, zinc and manganese.

For more information, contact your Farmlands Technical Field Officer or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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For both wheat and barley, sowing seed treated with Raxil and Poncho ensures you will control smuts and bunts and aphids. By controlling aphids, you prevent infection and transmission of

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Pasture performance across the North Resilient pastures that can handle a range of climatic conditions are key for farmers nationwide. Not all perennial ryegrasses are the same – they vary in their breeding and characteristics. SF Stellar from Seed Force is very densely tillered and robust, helping with pasture persistence while still being palatable and highly productive.

Farmlands shareholders from across the North are getting great results with their SF Stellar pastures.

Gilbert De Groot and his wife Carol milk 450 cows as well as running about 100 yearling and heifer replacements on their Paparoa dairy farm.

They first trialled Stellar about 3 years ago, planting it in four different paddocks along with a number of other products. “I have found Stellar has been the one that’s beaten everything hand over fist,” Gilbert says.

“To me, Stellar takes a bit longer to disappear in the summer, it hangs on a lot longer in the dry. Then when we get our first rain, it’s the first one to get up and start boogying again.

“The cows love it too and do well on it.

They eat it well and don’t leave a lot.”

This year the De Groots have put in 30ha of Stellar and are not using any other grasses. They plan to convert half of the farm to Stellar because of the results they have had.

For Katikati dairy farmer Gabrielle Syminton, Seed Force Stellar has been a star performer in a challenging environment. The dairy farm, which milks 300 cows, is flat to hilly and windy, making it prone to drying out.

“It does depend on how the paddocks are grazed and managed but I just think that, for this farm and the environment, it has served us well,” Gabrielle says.

“We’ve found Stellar is a very good producer in that we seem to be getting into it around 17-19 days after grazing during spring to early summer and mid to late autumn. It would be pushed out a few more days during summer to early autumn, depending on rainfall.

I have been very impressed with it and the cows seem to like it better (than other pastures).”

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timeframe…the quality is there and you can’t deny it really.

“We’ve just refurbished two paddocks, one in Italian ryegrass and one in Stellar and we put some calves on them to nip it down – they certainly like the Stellar better, it seems to be more palatable.”

For more information, contact your Farmlands Technical Field Officer or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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She says Stellar comes out quickly and, importantly, stays.

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Please note that any seed that you would like to return and be credited for must be returned to the originating Farmlands Seed Store, not the Farmlands Retail Store and have prior approval before delivery. As seed is a perishable item, we do not want seed returned and will only approve the return and credit in extenuating circumstances and if we can immediately resell it. In this

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New Zealand production is falling but not as much as first predicted. My personal view is that the 2016/2017 pay-out (including dividend) will be above the current season and will be above the $5.00kg and at the time of writing the OTC trade was reflecting this – 2017/2018 higher again, north of $5.50kg. That being said, there are some wild cards in the pack that are game changers. Russia. When will Putin lift the ban on dairy imports? Oil. How long will Saudi’s maintain production? China.

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260 What effect will 240 a Super El Nino 220 have on US 200 production? If 180 160 we see US corn yields below 130 140 bushels/acre, feed costs will be much higher in the northern hemisphere, which will have a big impact on dairy given that 90 percent of the world’s milk production is derived from grain. Dairy farmers in the northern hemisphere have had extremely low grain prices for three seasons (see graph).

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Dairy returns will rise again, it is just a matter of when. When will world dairy producers reduce their supply into the market? I can’t see a demand driven rally anytime soon, so it’s down to reduced supply and the only thing positive about low dairy prices is that it is sending a clear message to the EU and the US to reduce production.

Article supplied by Mark Elliotte, General Manager, Farmlands Grain and Seed.

Source: Bloomberg

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Grain prices have fallen in-line with dairy returns. Pasture growth has been above expectations in most regions and has further reduced demand from the dairy sector. That being said, we continue to be active in the market trading wheat, barley and maize grain.

day of precision drills, GPS on tractors and spray rigs, paddock areas are known with certainty and requiring extra just in case should not be required.

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The 2016 harvest has been initially delayed by inclement weather, resulting in grass and clover seed crops being back in yield in some instances and concerns about quality. Moata and proprietary seed varieties that were available ex-harvest should be available for sale by mid-March. We have good stocks of all other seeds on hand for our autumn sowing requirements.

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prices and lack of forward contracts.

This will help to reduce the carryover stocks position of grain in silos from 2014/2015 and 2015/2016 seasons.

Demand is unlikely to significantly improve until we see positive returns from dairy. Also, with the traditional non-dairy end-users, even with a rally in international prices, for many it will take time to turn back to domestic grain.

For more information, contact your Farmlands Technical Field Officer or the friendly team at your local Farmlands store.

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Helping shareholders meet compliance requirements As part of your co-operative, Farmlands Nutrition is committed to providing the highest quality feed supplies and services to our shareholders. Last year saw us respond to industry initiatives to improve safety and traceability around the feeds we supply.

and that the feed is used appropriately.

on their packaging and other materials.

As has been required for some time,

Farmlands Nutrition has invested in

feed for lactating dairy animals must

a new computer programme and

not contain ruminant protein and

training, so that changes to raw

source crops must not have been

materials are accurately reflected in the

grown on land to which human/

feed certificate that accompanies each

municipal or meat/industrial waste

consignment. Like our shareholders,

The volume and range of feeds used

was applied.

we are devoting more time and effort

by dairy farmers has grown in recent

New Zealand has a good reputation

to compliance and auditing to ensure

years as farmers look to maximise

when it comes to locally manufactured

the maximum safety of the feeds we

their profitability. In late 2015 Fonterra

feed. To ensure that standards are high

supply. The FeedSafeNZ accreditation

responded to these changes by

the New Zealand Feed Manufacturers

will help maintain the high quality of

releasing guidelines for dairy feed

Association (NZFMA) developed the

feed sold to farmers and eliminate

industry suppliers, which shareholders

FeedSafeNZ accreditation programme,

product that can lead to poor animal

are already seeing reflected in the

so that farmers can be reassured

growth and production, as well as

information we supply. All feeds

that the feed they are purchasing is

reducing cross-contamination of

brought onto a farm and intended for

manufactured to the highest possible

ingredients from storage or processing.

lactating animals now require a feed

standard. To receive accreditation

If shareholders have any questions

declaration. Feeds grown by farmers

audits are carried out by AsureQuality,

about the information they receive

on their own farm or support block

a company that provides food safety

or require, they are urged to contact

do not need a declaration. When

and biosecurity services to the food

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accepted onto the farm, purchased

and primary production sectors

stock feed including compound feed,

worldwide. In 2015, Farmlands’

grain, straights or forages must only

Winton and Rolleston mills received

be accepted with documentation

FeedSafeNZ accreditation. This came

identifying what it contains, where it

after passing extensive independent

came from and confirmation that it is

audits that involved a thorough on-site

suitable for feeding to dairy animals.

audit of our plant and storage facilities

Bagged feed should be clearly labelled

and operations, covering all aspects

and bulk feed purchases should

of feed production and traceability.

be accompanied by appropriate

The FeedSafeNZ accreditation has

documentation or feed declarations.

two main aims – to provide safe feed

Feed purchasers should also ensure

for animals and thereby to protect

that records are retained for 4 years,

the safety of human food. Only

that the feed is stored in a manner that

FeedSafeNZ-accredited sites are

avoids degradation or contamination

permitted to use the FeedSafeNZ logo

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Nutritional factors affecting egg quality We’ve all heard the old adage that “you are what you eat” and whilst one can argue the validity of this generalised statement, what the hen eats can have a dramatic effect on the quality of the egg produced.

both the human nutrition angle and the

Whilst protein and lipid content of

the years and continue to spend time

the egg is relatively fixed, the type of

reviewing the diet specifications to

lipid in the egg can be altered by the

ensure that they meet the requirements

type of lipid that the hen consumes.

of our customers. Obviously, the

For example, a niche market exists

basic nutrient requirements of the hen

for eggs enriched with omega-3 (Ω-3)

including protein (amino acids), fat

fatty acids in many countries around

and macro minerals such as calcium,

the world. As recently as last year,

for good eggshells, need to be met

Dr. Browning from Sydney University

to allow the hen to produce to its

demonstrated that a full recommended

potential. But there are a number of

of egg albumin is also important and

daily allowance for an adult human of

other considerations, which aren’t

there’s nothing worse than breaking

vitamin D was able to be present in the

always evident but which are just

open an egg and it spreads over the

egg through supplementation of this

as important if egg quality is to be

entire pan! Whilst the freshness of the

vitamin to the laying hen. More than 20

optimised. One of the most important

egg is the single biggest factor in terms

years ago, Naber (1993) demonstrated

considerations is the energy content of

of albumin quality, this also tends to

that a number of vitamins could be

the diet, as birds fed a low energy diet

decline with the age of the laying hen.

transferred from the hen’s diet to the

will tend to eat more of the feed, lose

Good, supplemental vitamin E and

egg with varying degrees of efficiency.

weight and lay smaller eggs. Another

selenium levels in the hen’s feed have

Work by Jlang et al. (1994), Cheng

important consideration is the level

a significant impact on the albumin

(1991) and as early as 1950, Dju

of natural pigments that should be

quality of an egg. Albumin quality is

demonstrated the transfer of vitamin

included in the feed to help achieve

measured as a ratio of the height of

E from the hen’s diet to the yolk of the

the desired yolk colour. This is always

the albumin to the egg weight and is

egg. Paton et al. (2000) and Surai et

challenging, since the amount of colour

known as the “Haugh unit”.

al. (1999) demonstrated the effect of

transferred to the yolk is dependent on

NRM balanced layer feeds include

supplementation of organic selenium

both the carophyll content of the feed

all the nutrients required to produce

yeast on the selenium content of

and the health status of the hen. A hen

a nutritious and wholesome egg as

egg yolk and the day-old chick. The

with internal parasites, for example,

efficiently as possible.

literature is literally full of research on

will be less efficient in transferring carophyll to the egg yolk, as will an old

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hen relative to a young one. The quality

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nutritional status of the day-old broiler and laying hen.

Nutritionists at NRM have used a vast amount of research to set the specifications of their layer feeds over

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Nutritional considerations for weaning young horses The later summer months of February and March are a common time for equine breeders to begin the process of separating foals from their dams and correct nutrition is essential for what can be a stressful time. Planning ahead is required and strategies for weaning will differ, according to facilities available and farm management procedures derived to minimise stress and make the process as smooth as possible. The herd nature of the horse means they are required to have constant company and while larger establishments will often wean foals so they are paddocked together, owners with single foals will require another equine companion for them.

In order to meet the increased energy

between 6 and 12 months is crucial

and nutrient requirements of the

for skeletal development, as the risk of

lactating mare prior to weaning, in most

developmental orthopaedic diseases

cases a balanced broodmare feed

is high. Research has shown that to

along with adequate forage in the form

minimise the risk of conditions such as

of pasture, hay or other fibre products

osteochondritis, physitis and wobblers

is required. It is essential that the foal

developing, the most important

becomes accustomed to eating the

considerations are to achieve steady

hard feed before weaning, as this

growth and to provide a low glycaemic

minimises complications associated

diet that is balanced for all essential

with introducing a new feed at the

vitamins and trace minerals.

same time as the stress of separation.

Steady growth in weanlings is

This often occurs naturally by sharing

achieved through monitoring condition

the mare’s feed.

carefully and avoiding any rapid

In most cases, broodmares are less

changes through altering energy

affected by weaning and some will

intake accordingly. While many stud

be more than ready to be separated

managers have a highly experienced

from their young, energetic offspring.

eye and can spot changes in body

This is often the time when mares will

condition quickly enough, weighing

gain weight, as lactation gradually

and measuring weanlings gives much

ceases and energy is no longer

more accurate readings, as well as the

required for milk production. Mare

ability to compare values as they grow

dietary alterations should therefore

and look for any significant changes.

occur according to body condition

Providing the best diet for the growing

and most mares will require less hard

horse requires adequate forage and the

feed than when they had a foal at foot.

selection of a breeding feed that has a

Mares who gain weight easily can be

low glycaemic index (to avoid peaks in

transitioned onto a balancer pellet, to

blood glucose) and is balanced for all

ensure nutrients are still supplied in

nutrients essential for optimum growth

the diet without adding calories and

and development. For assistance with

contributing to weight gain.

feeding plans for growing horses and

Most foals are weaned from at least

broodmares at any stage of pregnancy,

5 to 6 months of age and by this

consult with an experienced equine

stage they are independent and

nutrition advisor.

able to consume any forage or hard feed required. The time of growth

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Feeding cows in late lactation How best to feed cows in late lactation will be a hot topic of debate in the months ahead as milk pay-out predictions, profitability and cash flows are scrutinised.

If pasture supply is limited or

gain rather than milk production. When

higher covers are desired it may be

feed out losses are taken into account,

appropriate to feed palm kernel or

it makes sense to use low-waste

other pasture alternatives such as

in-shed feeding systems to feed for

silage, to help manage residuals whilst

production and weight gain whilst

Supplementary feeding in the autumn

maintaining cows in-milk. However,

cows are milking, rather than to

when aiming to maintain

supplement dry cows with silage

milk production and gain body

for weight gain. Options are increasing,

condition whilst optimising pasture

so it is worth discussing with a local

intake a lower fibre supplement may be

specialist who is familiar with the

more appropriate. One way to do this

region and feeds available.

while keeping costs low is to consider

Protein requirements of milking

the use of blends, which can be

cows decrease through mid and late

customised to your individual situation

lactation, so provided dry matter

and are an increasingly popular way

intakes are maximised, the protein

to introduce some lower fibre, more

percentage in the diet can drop.

readily rumen fermentable feeds into

Protein levels in pasture typically rise

Farmlands has been able to take

the cow’s diet.

during autumn, so keeping an eye on

advantage of changes in the supply

For those with in-shed feeding

milk urea values in conjunction with

of feeds in the local and international

systems, compound feed pellets offer

milk production and body condition

markets and is able to offer a greater

a convenient, reliable way to increase

changes should help to clarify if higher

choice of options, to help balance

energy intake throughout autumn and

or lower protein supplements are most

the supply of feed within a constrained

often contain more grain. Compared

appropriate. While feeding something

budget. Extending days in-milk,

to straights, they offer the option of

that is in deficit can be rewarding,

whilst being able to dry cows off in

added minerals and rumen modifiers.

feeding something that is already over

the best condition depending on what

For cows used to getting 1kg/day in

supplied can be detrimental and not

feed is available for the winter ahead,

the milking shed, lifting to 2kg/cow/

cost effective, even if it appears cheap.

is generally regarded as a significant

day during April and May should be

factor in both this season’s profitability

sufficient to put nearly an extra 0.5

and setting cows up for the

BCS on cows in late lactation, as they

season ahead.

tend to partition extra energy to weight

has become increasingly popular amongst System 3 type dairy farmers, who have seen economic and longterm animal health benefits from feeding cows supplements at a time when they are physiologically able to respond well. Along with higher input System 4 and 5 dairy farmers, those used to feeding supplements may have to tighten their feed budget in line with the lower pay-out. Fortunately,

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Managing body condition of cows and replacement heifers in drought The first challenge of drought conditions is diminishing pasture covers and conserved forage stocks. The obvious ‘knock-on’ effect is a downturn in animal performance, i.e. milksolids output, daily growth etc. and potentially severe body condition losses. Drought is a less than ideal situation and will challenge your decision making ability to the core.

However, drought is not the time for ‘non-decisions’ in the hope that things will improve quickly once it rains.

You must make sound decisions early, most of which will run against your natural instincts.

the daily ration (most likely you need

is tight, to ensure you are gauging

to add 1-3kg DM per cow) and review

their development on fact rather than

protein adequacy.

speculation. Pre-pubescent heifers are

Remember that 1 BCS is equal to 6.58

still developing the mammary tissue

percent of cow liveweight. If you allow

responsible for lifetime milk production

your cows to ebb as low as 3.5, you

– nutrient intake is the key driver. Do

have to offer substantially increased

everything within your power to ensure

energy intake during late lactation to

that they continue to reach daily growth

reach 4.5–5.0 by dry-off date. This

rate targets for their age and breed.

can be attained when the cows are

Use BCS with your mature cows and

dry but again, there is no return from

the actual weights of your replacement

a dry cow and lactating cows are

heifers to assess the adequacy of

actually more efficient at gaining

nutrient supply from your current

BCS than dry cows. The aim of

rations. In drought, as in most other

In prolonged periods of drought,

drying cows off at the condition we

situations, increasing daily DMI is

want them to calve at still applies.

always going to be the starting point to

However, you may choose to

resolve the immediate challenge. Don’t

lower your target due to extreme

stress over technicalities, just work on

circumstances, say 4.5 instead of

delivering the next kilogram of intake.

5.0. Historically, we would be

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lactating cows of high genetic merit will continue to ‘give their all’ to the detriment of their own welfare unless we intervene with strategic management practices, such as purchasing additional feed or reducing nutrient requirements via 1 x milking.

Cows can be dried off, however remember that if you are in a situation where homegrown forage stocks are depleted and feed must be purchased, dry cows give you no revenue to fund these purchases. If you are midlactation and find the average BCS of your herd moving towards 4.0 or below, move to 1 x milking. Your cows are telling you that the current situation is unsustainable. If you are already on 1 x milking and the cows are still losing BCS, increase the energy content of

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concerned that calving at a lower BCS will mean a lower peak milksolids yield in the following lactation. This can be offset by strategic transition period nutrient intake practices. The key is to make sound decisions early and stick with them.

Replacement heifers will mobilise muscle mass and body condition/fat stores to give up nutrients for survival when intake delivers less than their requirements for maintenance, activity and thermoregulation (add pregnancy for rising 2 year old). It becomes even more important to weigh replacement heifers monthly (minimum) when feed

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Understanding the components of a ruminant diet It is important to have a balanced diet for optimum health, whether you are a human or a ruminant animal. When a diet is balanced, it is more likely to satisfy all nutrient requirements – animals will be healthier and will therefore be more efficient at growing and/or producing.

diet. This is not always based around

dry matter of the feed, its micronutrient

the metabolisable energy (ME) of a

profile (and whether this improves

feed, as this is too much of a simplistic

or debilitates the micronutrient

view. When choosing a feed to balance

balance of the diet) and also the

a diet, it is important to consider other

feed’s palatability and practicality

nutritional components of the feed,

of storing and feeding out.

which can tell you a lot more about

The diagram below shows the

When a component of the diet is

the feed than simply its ME. This does

important components of a ruminant

lacking, this becomes the limiting

include considering the energy – but

diet. All of the components need to

factor of the diet and holds back the

also where the energy is actually

be balanced correctly, in order for the

performance of animals. When the

coming from (fat, sugar, starch, fibre)

animal to be functioning optimally.

limiting factor of a diet is correctly

in order to understand how the feed

identified and remedied, it can often

will behave in the rumen. It’s also worth

cause large increases in growth/

considering the protein content of a

production, as this nutrient component

feed and whether the protein is rumen

was previously putting a cap on what

degradable or rumen bypass.

an animal could produce. Energy and

Other factors to consider include the

protein tend to be the most commonly

For more information about identifying your limit factor, talk to your local Technical Feed Specialist today.

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limiting factors seen on farms in New Zealand (depending on climatic factors). However, other seemingly smaller components of the diet such

Understanding the nutritional requirements of the ruminant

as vitamins and minerals can also be

Energy Typically the first limiting factor

extremely important, with deficiencies causing health and production issues.

Under-supplying nutrients can be an issue but equally over-supplying nutrients can also cause sub-optimal performance as well. Even if an

Protein May be in excess or deficient

Fibre Too much can be filling

available feed is cheap to buy in, it could be false economy if the feed is not satisfying the limiting factor of a system and over-supplying other

Major Minerals Essential for life

Trace Minerals Essential for health

nutrients that are already adequate in the diet. When adding in supplements it is important to pick the correct feed that will help to balance out the existing

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Palatability Dry Matter

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DAIRY MANAGEMENT

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• New 20L farm pack of ProAbamec cattle pour-on will treat 800 cows.

• Easily penetrates through the skin tissue of the animal and transfers through the whole system.

• Ready to use with standard cattle pour-on equipment.

• No milk withholding period.

• For the treatment and control of internal parasites, lungworm and sucking lice in cattle.

• Highly effective in the treatment and control of mature and immature strains of Cooperia spp. resistant to endectocides (including eprinomectin and doramectin).

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• Oxfendazole/levamisole/abamectin triple combination.

• Low-dose oral drench.

• 1ml/10kg for sheep and cattle.

• For use in calves over 100kg liveweight.

• Contains cobalt and selenium.

• 14 day sheep meat withholding period.

• 10 day cattle meat withholding period.

• Controls tapeworm.

• Converge is a dual combination oral drench for the management of internal parasites in sheep and cattle.

• Levamisole/abamectin combination.

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Herd health checks at dry off Each autumn, the majority of dairy farms throughout the country complete their production season by working through the process of drying off their cows.

This is an important phase for dairy herds, as farmers prepare their cows for wintering off before coming back for the next dairy season. Most farmers know the importance of maintaining their herd in peak condition, so that they can maximise the amount of milksolid production per cow. This is even more important in the current dairy economic climate. So the winter dry off is an ideal opportunity to ensure your herd’s health by administering an anthelmintic.

Clint Marshall, sharemilker at Rhodes Hill Farm, situated at Dorie in Mid-Canterbury, is preparing for autumn dry off. The MidCanterbury region has developed into a significant dairy producing area of the South Island, with farmers supplying a number of the local dairy factories.

Rhodes Hill is a large dairy operation alongside an equally sized mixed cropping farm owned and operated by the Webster Family. The 280 hectare dairy property is home to 1,200 Friesian and Friesian cross cows.

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company that manufactures and supplies from their Dunedin factory.”

“The other major requirement has been cost – we are very conscious of our onfarm spending and without compromising the quality of product, we compare available products and in particular the price. For 3 years ProAbamec has been the most cost effective choice, which has been backed up with easy delivery, personal service and follow up interest.”

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

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Managing pressure Even though the climate can be severe and the topography is challenging, Oporae Station, west of Weber in Southern Hawke’s Bay, is slowly but surely being transformed into a farming haven by owners Graham and Jean Jackson, with help from their son Peter.

In 2008, when Graham and Jean purchased the 1,050 hectare property, they were greeted with a typical hill country station – large paddocks, a reliance on natural or dam water for stock water and a rather inadequate trough system for some small holding paddocks near the house. On the positive side, the property had a very good stock race system along most of the 8km boundary, allowing for good stock transfer.

The property’s soil types range from limestone and papa to a light sandy loam with stony river base and has an average rainfall between 1,300 to 1,800ml per year. Graham, Jean and Peter currently farm 3,500 ewes, 900 hoggets, 240 breeding cows and support stock. Most progeny is now finished on the property, where previously conditions meant stock had to be sold on the store market.

Priorities following the farm purchase were based around subdivision and

developing a reticulated stock water scheme. Given the hilly terrain, the Jackson family sought expert advice on the water scheme and approached Ciaran Driscole, Business Manager of Farmlands Dannevirke. Ciaran arranged for Pete Carswell from Iplex Pipelines to visit Graham and Jean to discuss their plans, survey the property and offer design assistance.

“With the water source at 510 metres Above Sea Level (ASL), the low point 134 metres ASL and then rising again to 225 metres ASL, the system pressure would definitely have to be managed,” Pete says. “Having a good amount of static head is great but delivering excess water pressure to the trough causes issues – water turbulence in the trough chamber, valve bounce, excessive trough valve wear and tear and water hammer events downline, putting stress on pipe and fittings. Fortunately excess pressure can be managed by way of break pressure tanks, which effectively reset the system head. These break pressure tanks can be troughs, small 1,000 litre tanks or 30,000 litre reservoirs. Apart from delivering the correct water pressure to the trough, pipeline savings are achieved through mainline and lateral lines not requiring to be a more expensive, higher pressure rated pipe.”

The troughs located on the other side of the system’s low point at 225 metres ASL required the strategic location of a break pressure tank above this height on the opposite side of the valley. This

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supply line did require 9 and 12.5-bar pipe to cope with the higher static head needed to feed the troughs off this line.

In summary, break pressure tanks were used to mitigate the stock water mainline fall of more than 350 metres. A Gallagher Smart Water system was installed to monitor tank levels in the system.

The mainline and lateral pipelines were sized to meet peak water demand for either finishing bulls or an all lamb operation. Working with the Regional Council, the fully reticulated stock water system now allows the natural waterways on Oporae Station to be fenced off. There are no pumps on the property, even for the household water supply, a bonus for an area that is subject to periodic power outages.

Graham and Jean appreciated the practical advice and design assistance provided by Pete and the hassle free delivery of product onto farm arranged by the team at Farmlands Dannevirke.

“I can sleep easily at night knowing my stock have plentiful, good quality water whenever they want it,” Graham says.

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

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Installing your water tank HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS

While some areas have received welcome rainfall you can never be too prepared.

Installing a new or extra tank can help.

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

Firstly – preparation is key:

• Ensure the tank site is flat and level, free from rocks or stones and any foreign matter that may damage the tank’s base.

• Ensure the tank site is well

e.g. over tightening of fittings.

recommended you run your project past a drainlayer or plumber to ensure your

• Overflow must be piped clear of

plans will work!

base to avoid erosion.

To take advantage of the maximum

• The number of inlet pipes, their

catchment of water, it is ideal to place

sizes and capacities must equal

tanks at the end of a building. This way,

the number of overflow pipes,

downpipes can be fed from both gutters

their sizes and capacities.

into one tank. Please note the overflow

• Do not allow the tank site to

capacity must match the downpipe

deteriorate after installation due

capacity. For example, two 90mm inlet

to any form of erosion or site

downpipes would require equal capacity

destruction caused by vermin

overflows. Also note that tank overflows

such as rabbits.

can go below the ground and come up

compacted if fill is used to

again, to meet stormwater run-off.

Promax corrugated tanks can be buried

prepare or level the site.

Important considerations when

and fully back-filled up to 1 metre in the

• Ensure that the tank site is at least 300mm larger in diameter than the tank.

• If a sand base is used, a retaining cover should be used to prevent

plumbing the tank are:

• Ensure a flexible hose is installed after the gate or ball valve with a minimum 300mm length.

• The tank outlet must NOT

sand from washing away after

be subjected to extra force,

installation.

300mm Flexible Pipe

Avoid free hanging unsupported pipe work, it puts excessive strain on fittings and tank wall.

ground – and still retain their 20 year

30 tonnes – so it is important that the

warranty. Burying your Promax tank is

surface it sits on is stable and firm.

a great way to avoid height restriction

You may also need to ensure you

issues – also a buried tank with shrubs

secure the tank once it has been

planted around it is more attractive in

delivered – if it’s windy or stormy your

your backyard!

tank can easily be blown away if not

When you are planning to bury a Promax

secured down. Adding 200mm of water to the bottom of the tank is usually enough to weigh it down.

An important part of the preparation is to think about the number and types of inlets, outlets and valves you require.

Planning how you will install and plumb the tank is important – it is highly

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100mm Sand or Equivalent

Remember, a full tank will weigh up to

When pipe work is exposed or over a longer distance, insert a length of flexible pipe 300mm to absorb shocks and movements.

Alternatively, lay pipe work into the ground just after the 300mm flexible pipe to avoid running over and damaging the fitting and/or tank.

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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Fresh bait, fresh look but deadly effective Pestoff has been providing an effective, highly palatable bait to help eradicate those pesty rats and mice from rural homes and sheds for many years – and 2016 sees a new look packaging for Pestoff products. All the new packs have a quick reference to the bait type, tamper-proof lids and robust packaging to keep the bait fresh.

The Departure Lounge is designed to be located along a wall or building to capture the typical hunting characteristics of rodents. Its larger size enables the rodent to feed inside without the fear of being discovered.

Rats and mice prefer fresh foods and will reject spoiled or low palatability foods when given a choice, so bait selection is important. The Pestoff Rodent Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997, No. P5099

Block bait uses a cereal base with brodifacoum as the active ingredient, combined with an attractive lure.

bury them. Spoiled or unwanted

Pestoff is New Zealand made – it’s fresh!

For successful rodent control, best practice is to use the Dead Rat Café or Departure Lounge to secure the bait, as they will protect non-target species while keeping the bait dry and fresh. The Dead Rat Café can be used indoors or outdoors, it can be pegged/nailed or

bait should be disposed of in a similar manner.

Tips for successful eradication: • Do not handle bait with bare hands,

• Where infestation is heavy and

as rodents are suspicious of human

localised, use up to five bait stations

scent and may avoid baits that have

per 100 square metres (10m x 10m).

been touched.

In light-infestation areas, place one Dead Rat Café per 100

• Ensure rodents do not have access to

screwed down and the wire hoops will

alternative foods such as stockfeed,

prevent rodents from stealing the bait.

garbage or human food scraps.

• Maintain fresh baits by checking

square metres.

For more information, please talk to your friendly team at your local

and replacing them every 2 to

Farmlands store.

3 days initially and later, every

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week or 2.

• Be particularly vigilant during autumn when the first cooler and wet weather arrives, as this usually drives rodents indoors seeking shelter and food.

• To protect non-target animals from secondary poisoning, collect any dead rodent bodies and burn or

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Long-term thinking on pest control Rural people deal with pests and pest damage in different ways. Once the job of the farm cat, a range of effective tools are now widely used. Rodenticides have been convenient for many, while others find traditional traps gratifying, as you see the trophy catch and get to dispose of the dead. New technology has recently added automatic resetting traps to the toolbox for rural New Zealanders, lowering labour time for trapping programmes.

of the inevitable reinvasion in the

Budget, seasonality, effort and

rubbish holes all draw rodents in and

environmental impact all influence

provide the food for breeding and

our choice – horses for courses. The

growth.

one certainty though is that sooner

Address food sources available to

or later, rats and other pests return.

rodents as part of your pest control

To get the best results take a long-term

strategy and disrupt their routine.

approach to your pest control, thinking

For instance, shift the food source

not just of your problem now but

temporarily, feed scraps to chooks

not too distant future.

First assess your site and the sources of rat problems. Houses, dog kennels and sheds all provide warmth and shelter for rodents and will often become the focus of your problem.

Managing the abundance of food available to rodents at these sites is key. Compost bins, ad-lib feeders, unsecured dog-biscuit stores and

only in the morning and purchase an

Choice of Control Rodenticide

Automatic Reset Traps

Traditional Traps

elevated compost bin that’s away Cat

from the ground.

Safe from secondary poisoning risk

Once the food

Low labour input

managed

at a site is

Considerations

as much as Ease of use

possible,

No legal restrictions Constant available control Humane Cheap set-up

No handling of dead animals

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Some

Think like a rat and then out-think them like a human.

You have a few options: Rodenticides have been used in many environments for rat control and are a relatively low labour method. The handling instructions must be strictly followed and the risks of secondary poisoning to pets, working animals and native species must be considered.

Based on century old technology, the effectiveness of trapping with traditional traps is determined by the trapper’s energy and time to keep the traps set and baited.

Unlike traditional traps, automatic-reset traps are never shut, meaning after that first rat is caught it is ready instantly for the next rats. They come including a scientifically developed lure and provide a constant control option.

establish pest

Whatever your preference, make sure

control that is

you’ve got your long-term solutions

always active

in place this autumn.

to protect against rodents

For more information, please talk to your friendly team at your local

establishing

Farmlands store.

populations on

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your property.

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Separation of flammable liquids for farm tanks It is important to properly manage the risks associated with the storage and handling of flammable liquids.

Storage and handling of fuels can cause many hazards due to their flammable nature. Such risks are managed through separation distances.

It is imperative that petrol storage is greater than 15 metres from an ignition source and diesel storage is greater than 6 metres from an ignition source.

Ignition sources include anything that could ignite vapour from the fuel storage area, e.g. electric fence, sparks and power sockets.

All fuel storage shall be: •

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At least 6 metres from any other hazardous materials, e.g. oxidisers, fertilisers and poisons.

Positioned so that any spills will not contaminate streams, lakes or waterways.

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At least 6 metres away from any combustible materials, e.g. hay, LPG and other fuels.

Positioned so that any spillage will not endanger any building.

Please look after our drivers and keep your tanks free from debris.

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Positioned so that any spills cannot contaminate stock feed.

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Positioned so that spilt fuel cannot come into contact with any heated surfaces.

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Positioned so as to avoid accidental collision by vehicles.

A document providing full details of good practice guidelines for Above Ground Fuel Storage on Farms can be freely sourced from the WorkSafe New Zealand website.

If you have any questions regarding separation of fuels, please call the Farmlands Fuel team on 0800 666 626.

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FARMLANDS LIVESTOCK

Heifer grazing report Most parts of the South Island are still enjoying favourable conditions for pasture growth that have been with us now since the start of the year. The warm late-summer temperatures we are currently experiencing are proving ideal for producing good quality pasture, as well as growing out young stock.

Farmlands’ Monitored Weight Gain Grazing Programme is again showing its worth, with both R1 and R2 heifers achieving satisfactory weights and health. As the low pay-out continues, we are seeing a slight drop in demand but overall most dairy farmers are not willing to compromise when it comes to their young stock. The old saying “look after your stock and they will look after you” comes to the fore in tough economic or climatic times.

Our grazing specialists are doing a great job of monitoring the stock on a regular basis. Grazing has come of age since the introduction of NAIT and compulsory EID tags. This has made weighing and gathering information much easier than in the past. Being able to share that information with computer programs like Minda Weights is becoming commonplace.

It is now possible to share that data with the grazier, which can assist in decision making on-farm.

As well as setting up grazing contracts and monitoring the heifers, Farmlands offers a wide range of expertise in animal nutrition and health products, as well as agronomy advice and products.

Many of our Farmlands Livestock representatives will be out and about judging heifers and cows for the upcoming A&P heifer competitions over the next few weeks. These competitions are proving popular, with the winners in the communities advancing to the regional then island finals.

We currently have grazing available with proven weight gain graziers for R1 heifers through to May 2017.

For anything grazing, contact: Richard van Wynbergen Farmlands Livestock Grazing Manager 027 445 6056 or richard.vanwynbergen@farmlands.co.nz

Farmlands Livestock is continuing to build in the North Island. Please call us for all your livestock and grazing requirements.

We look forward to bringing you a team update in next month’s Farmlander.

Herds

Wanted

• Taupo: 600 CRV Friesian cows. BW 70, PW 79. Calving 25/7.

Contact: Philip Webb 027 801 8057.

• Southland: 450 Crossbred herd. Unrecorded, good young cows. Priced to sell, $1,100 + GST. Contact: Charlie Baker 027 228 5891.

• South Canterbury: 850 Jersey/Friesian X. BW 104, PW 127.

Will split to suit.

Contact: Richard van Wynbergen 027 445 6056.

• Waikato: 300 Jersey and Crossbred cows. G3 profiled. BW 123, PW 130, RA 87%. Very young herd. $1,500 + GST. Contact: Jason Duncan 021 170 5354 or Philip Webb 027 801 8057.

• Canterbury: Numbers of good quality, genuine Friesian/ Friesian X in-milk cows.

Contact: Richard van Wynbergen 027 445 6056 or Steve Hill 027 556 4599.

• Cull cows for fattening.

Contact: South Island, local dairy representative or North Island, Philip Webb.

In-calf heifers • Southland: 65 Straight Jersey heifers. Capital line, BW 187.

Contact: Scott Gibson-Smith 027 255 8501.

• Canterbury: 100 Friesian and Friesian X. Capital line, BW 176, PW 185. $1,650 + GST. Contact: Richard van Wynbergen 027 445 6056.

Check out our website for more stock for sale www.farmlands.co.nz/livestock or email richard.vanwynbergen@farmlands.co.nz

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CO-OPERATIVE NEWS

Common sense, care and consistency are key to safe use of farm chemicals Farmers use chemicals regularly but like many routine jobs this can pose a potential hazard.

busy or have new staff, or children on-site. While you might be familiar with using these substances, they are dangerous to people, animals and the environment and you need a rigorous and consistent approach to safety. In one incident, a farmer was cleaning the milkshed. A child placed their hands in a chemicals bucket and scooped chemicals over their face.

being used – and farmers should ensure any contractors using chemicals have the correct approved handler certification. Councils have individual local and regional rules for storing chemicals and fuels. Employers also have a legal duty to train employees who will be handling fuel or chemicals, or make sure they are supervised by a trained person.

“Safe handling, use and storage of chemicals is a combination of common sense and training. You should always read the instructions label and safety data sheet (SDS) before use. But, depending on the chemicals and amount, you may also need training and certification.”

“It’s not just incidents with immediate serious and distressing impacts, like this,” Al says. “Many farm chemicals can damage your health insidiously over time. By following straightforward good practice guidelines, you minimise risk of injury and are compliant with health, safety and environmental laws for chemicals and fuels.”

Safety gear will depend on the product being used and different equipment may be needed for mixing, handling, applying and cleaning equipment or spills. Signage is compulsory for storage of chemicals and fuels above certain amounts. However, it is good practice to always provide good signage for any hazardous substance.

Given the demands of farming, you need to be aware when other factors come into play, such as when you’re

Approved handler certification may be required, depending on the type and amount of chemicals and fuels

“Use and storage of chemicals and fuels should be a key aspect of every farm’s hazard register and many farms opt to also have a simple significant hazard register to ensure there is high awareness of major hazards such as fuel and chemicals,” Al says. “Keep in mind that chemical safely is dependent on the operator’s competence and limiting access to those competent people.”

“The majority of farmers know how to safely use and store chemicals, including fertilisers, veterinary medicines and pesticides and herbicides,” Al McCone, Agriculture Programme Manager for WorkSafe, says.

See www.saferfarms.org.nz for further information including The Good Practice Guidelines for working safely with chemicals and fuels on farms. Templates for hazard registers and significant hazard registers can be downloaded from www.worksafe.govt.nz.

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Trapping pests increases bird numbers Trapping pests has had a measurable benefit for the rare and endangered birds that breed on the Ashley River where it runs through Rangiora in North Canterbury.

the most endangered gull in the world and the tarapiroe (black-fronted tern), one of New Zealand’s more threatened tern species. These birds are only found in New Zealand and nest on the clean riverbed stones of braided rivers.

Although only small in comparison with its neighbour the Waimakariri, the Ashley River is recognised as an internationally important river system, hosting breeding populations of some of the world’s most rare and endangered birds.

Braided rivers are a globally rare environment, with New Zealand being the international hot spot and Canterbury having some 60 percent of this country’s braided river area. These river specialist birds have evolved amazing camouflage to protect their eggs and chicks from natural aerial predators, such as harriers and black-backed gulls. But they have little to no defence against introduced ground predators such as mustelids

These include the ngutuparore (wrybill), the only bird in the world with a bill that bends sideways, the tarapuka (black-billed gull), an inland gull with the unenviable classification of being

(ferrets, stoats and weasels), feral cats, rats and hedgehogs, which can hunt by smell as well as sight.

The team at Farmlands Rangiora assisted the Ashley-Rakahuri Rivercare Group with the supply of 30 Timms traps at the beginning of the braided river birds’ breeding season in September last year. Eight volunteers from the AshleyRakahuri Rivercare Group run trap lines throughout the 18km monitored section of the Ashley River, from its junction with the Okuku River down to the State Highway One road bridge. The Timms traps can take out feral cats, ferrets and hedgehogs. Department of Conservation box traps are used for the smaller mustelids and rats.

Numbers of wrybill and black-fronted tern are still declining on most of Canterbury’s rivers. On the Rangitata River, none of more than 200 blackfronted tern pairs in a monitored population produced fledged chicks last summer. Whereas on the Ashley River – thanks to the trapping programme, constant monitoring and public education by the Ashley-Rakahuri Rivercare Group – the numbers are slowly going up. Last summer 60-80 pairs inside the trap-protected area fledged 45-50 chicks.

| Ashley-Rakahuri Rivercare Group Trapping Co-ordinator Geoff Swailes, with one of the Timms traps.

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Ashley-Rakahuri Rivercare Group Chairman Nick Ledgard says that without community support, their work would be much harder. “These birds are unique to New Zealand and Rangiora is probably the only town in the country with a river running through its boundary containing such a concentration of rare and threatened bird species.”

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Farmlands must comply with new Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism legislation.

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The recent legislation is compulsory and Farmlands has developed a compliance programme to comply. If Farmlands does not adhere to the legislation, it could mean a significant financial penalty for us and not being able to trade with you.

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Farmlands may need to make contact with you as a shareholder. We will try and do so at times when we are already in contact with you, e.g. ordering a new Card, or changing share ownership. Otherwise, we will need to contact all shareholders at some stage in the next 2–5 years.

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FARM - FISH - HUNT

Property ID: WG1006 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

TE KOPURU, NORTHLAND 144.5 hectares overlooking the mighty Kaipara Harbour. This versatile property has previously grazed 300 replacement dairy heifers plus 180 dry cows through the winter, plus some beef cattle. A change in farming by our Vendor who is presently turning to bull grazing. Approximately 40 paddocks, water pumped from lake and gravity fed to troughs, a good range of buildings and excellent pastures. Two dwellings – main home has five bedrooms and a one bedroom cottage, which is rented through holiday season. $1,600,000 plus GST (if any).

MILTON DAIRY FARM WITH POTENTIAL

Tom Hackett 027 498 2908 tom.hackett@farmlands.co.nz

Property ID: DU2367 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

GLENORE, SOUTH OTAGO • 222 hectare dairy farm.

• 40 bail rotary shed (auto cup removers, teat sprayer).

• Four bedroom open-plan home, currently being renovated.

• Good range of support buildings.

• Milking 400 cows, on track to produce 160,000kgMS. • Subdivided into 48 paddocks by post, wire and netting and 2 wire electric.

• 15 hectares of woodlots, 16 hectares of winter crop.

Price by negotiation.

REAL ESTATE

Dave Hardy 027 533 2770 dave.hardy@farmlands.co.nz

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BLOOMING GOOD LIFESTYLE BUSINESS

Property ID: DU2371 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

MOSGIEL, OTAGO A profitable and rewarding lifestyle business and a beautifully presented five bedroom home with the added bonus of a separate one bedroom accommodation unit. The property consists of an established flower production nursery and a retail florist shop and giftware store. The nursery is located on 2 hectares of land with approximately 3,650m2 of glasshouses and greenhouses currently producing a variety of cut stem flowers. The owners will provide full training and transition assistance to any purchasers.

Tender closing 4pm, Thursday 31 March 2016.

A LOT OF BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

Albert Voschezang 021 215 7573 albert.voschezang@farmlands.co.nz

Property ID: DU2372 www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz

MOSGIEL, OTAGO Lifestyle with several options for purchasers to either live and enjoy this great location and the expansive 8 bedroom home on 9.89 hectares or take advantage of the possible ways to derive for future income off the property.

Possibilities include continuing the current successful B&B business, develop the adjacent 2 hectare block or develop further the forestry block through to harvest. This property will suit a multitude of buyers from those wanting a lifestyle property or a business right through to those with large families.

Deadline sale closing 4pm, Wednesday 30 March 2016 (unless sold prior).

REAL ESTATE

Albert Voschezang 021 215 7573 albert.voschezang@farmlands.co.nz

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With the current difficult environment and lower cash flow being experienced, it is important to remember that as a valued shareholder additional options are available to support you when spending on the Card or in-store. These do not only come in the form of great rebates – they also involve managing cash flow and required purchases through the winter season.

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Creditline is a revolving credit facility that allows you to choose what you pay straight away and what you leave for later.

Creditline allows you to: • Make large one-off purchases, such as fertiliser, to be repaid once income from the input has been received.

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• Use alternative payment arrangements without incurring penalties.

• Ensure you retain your rebates and Choices Rewards Points for prompt payment and avoids any default interest charges on your Account.

To find out more about the options available, call our Customer Care team on 0800 200 600 and they will place you through to one of the Finance team. Or, to learn more or simply download the application form from the Farmlands website below.

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ACR Personal Locator Beacon – Bonus Deal!

Svord General Purpose Drop Point Knife The high carbon steel in these New Zealand made knives sets them apart from the more common knives with stainless steel blades. The ‘drop point’ shape makes the knife perfect for skinning and butchering, as well as other jobs around the camp or on the farm.

Only $89.99 on your Farmlands Card.

The ACR Personal Locator Beacon is around the size of a cigarette packet and is supplied in a belt pouch, so you can carry it with you at all times. Take the ‘search’ out of ‘search and rescue’.

Special offer from Hunting & Fishing New Zealand – only $529.99 with a bonus bundle of first aid and safety gear including a headlamp! Ask Hunting & Fishing New Zealand about a $50.00 cash back offer.

Tikka T3 – Roar Deal!

Amongst the most popular models is the Rino 650 with many features including a 5 watt two-way radio.

The Tikka T3 Lite Stainless deer rifle is the number one choice for New Zealand hunters. Durability, functionality and a factory guarantee of accuracy are features the Tikka reputation is built on.

Get two complete units for just $999.99, saving $792.97 at Hunting & Fishing New Zealand!

From $1,399.00. Roar Deal – purchase a Tikka T3 and receive a FREE Magnum 3-9x40, worth $200.00!

Garmin Rino 650 GPS with Radio and Mapping

6005 0991 1047 7802 A M & B M CARD HOLDER ANDY CARD HOLDER

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Use your Farmlands Card and save!

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FARMLANDS CARD - FOR EVERYDAY SAVINGS

BUY 1 GET 1 HALF PRICE Buy one Bridgestone car or 4x4 tyre* and get the second HALF PRICE.

HALF PRICE

WE STOCK

PLUS EXCLUSIVE FARMLANDS PRICING ON AGRICULTURAL TYRES.†

Promotion valid from Monday 7 until Thursday 24 March 2016. *Buy one get one half price offer applies to most Bridgestone branded car tyres (see bridgestonetyres.co.nz or instore for exclusions), and selected Bridgestone 4x4 tyres (Bridgestone Dueler 697 and Bridgestone Dueler 674 only), which excludes other 4x4 tyres and all van and commercial tyres. In all instances the lowest value tyre will be given half price. Savings are off current in-store regular point-of-sale price. All tyres must be fitted in-store at the time of purchase and the offer includes tyre fitting, tyre balancing, new valve stem, casing disposal charges and GST. Offers are available strictly while stocks last. Tyre offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or offer. Offer does not apply to trade accounts. For full terms and conditions, see www.bridgestonetyres.co.nz. †Please ask in store for details.

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The whole kit and Kaboodle Exclusive to Bunnings Warehouse, the modular, easy-to-assemble kitchens from Kaboodle can be combined to fit any kitchen space to give you designer looks without the price tag.

There is a huge range of styles, colours and finishes, plus a wide choice of splashbacks and benchtops in new-look laminates and bamboo. Designer features like soft close drawers and hinges are standard. Plus there are myriad handles and drawer accessories to make your kitchen individual to your needs.

Take your new kitchen away with you Kaboodle Kitchens are held in stock at Bunnings Warehouses, so if you have your measurements with you, in most cases, you can take it home that day.

Start planning right now The 3D kitchen planner on the Bunnings Warehouse website is a great place to start your new kitchen. On the same site you can also browse through all the items you need and view on-line videos and guides with plenty of hints and tips from the experts to make your dream kitchen a reality.

Start planning now, visit www.bunnings.co.nz/kitchenplanner

Everything you need To complete your design, Bunnings also offer a wide range of tapware, sinks and appliances to suit all budgets. If you’re looking for something specific, the Bunnings Special Orders Desk can help you track it down and order it for you.

And, if you need some advice, there are kitchen experts in-store to give you a hand to make sure you achieve a well-thought-out, functional, as well as good-looking kitchen.

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FARMLANDS CARD - FOR EVERYDAY SAVINGS

Special Shareholder Savings

at

Aerial Video like a Pro!

SmartDrive Technology

™

Huge 10kg Family Size

2299

1897

$

$

REGULAR PRICE

REGULAR PRICE

1987

1698

$

SHAREHOLDER’S PRICE

$

SHAREHOLDER’S PRICE

3DR Solo Drone.

The world’s smartest drone is also the easiest to fly. With features like push button flight and computer-assisted smart shots, Solo makes it easy for anyone to get professional aerial photos and videos. 3DRSA13A GoPro, gimbel and tablet not included. Includes a fixed GoPro mount.

Fisher & Paykel 10kg CleanSmart™ Top Load Washing Machine.

• Dual washing modes • Eco-active wash feature • Load sensing • LCD control panel • 1100 RPM spin speed • 4 star water & energy efficiency

Modern Style

SHAREHOLDER’S PRICE

EXCLUSIVE TO HARVEY NORMAN

‘Urban’ Queen Bed Frame.

A contemporary white-washed product to suit a variety of decors. Headboard options, other sizes and pieces also available. Mattress, bed linen and accessories shown are not included.

Samsung GALAXY SHOP with TabS CONFIDENCE 10.5’’ Product Tablet -offers 16GB. areSM-T800NTSANZC valid until 31/03/16.

$

2599

SHAREHOLDER’S PRICE

‘Edminton’ 7-Piece Dining Suite.

Suite consists of a 1800 x 1000mm rectangular dining table and six dining chairs.

Other pieces also available. Accessories shown are not included.

Visit yourSamsung local store: Call 65” (165cmv)

0800 464 278

2 Curved (0800 GO HARVEY) yourTelevision. nearest store.

Full HD LED*for

Excludes Outlet Stores.

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EXCLUSIVE TO HARVEY NORMAN

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1499

$

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GET YOUR OUTDOORS IN ORDER SAVE $35

199

$

now 7

Greens

points

Contractors Wheelbarrow

Bolt-free steel tray. Ready to assemble.

Made in New Zealand. 72 litre capacity.

5 year warranty.

135012

SAVE $25 SAVE $70

429

$ now 17

Hitachi

points

Handheld Petrol Blower Vac 23.9cc 2-stroke PureFire™ engine.

Heavy duty steel shredder blades.

268554

$

now 3

99

Fiskars

points

Axe

With plastic sheath for easy carrying and storage.

74.5cm. 25 year warranty. #FK122483 287440

Farmlands Card accepted at Mitre 10 and Mitre 10 MEGA

Prices exclusive to Farmlands shareholders. Product is available at all Mitre 10 MEGA stores. At Mitre 10 stores product may be either in stock or available by order. While stocks last. Prices include GST. Valid from Tuesday 1 March – Thursday 31 March 2016. Visit www.mitre10.co.nz

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FARMLANDS CARD - FOR EVERYDAY SAVINGS

EXCLUSIV

TO FARML ANDE S

SHAREHOLDER

ONLY

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7HP Petrol Pressure Washer

142 Pc Tool Kit (RTK29350)

• •

3000psi. 9L/min Great for all domestic, light commercial & industrial tasks

(RPW3200)

HOT PRICE $

HOT PRICE $

1379

599

EA

EA

Inverter MIG/TIG/MMA Welder

2W UHF CB Travel & Trade Pack (UHFTP2190)

Ideal for all serious DIY & car enthusiast welding tasks, inventors, building boats & trailers or for automotive or light engineering & fabrication workshops.

Store stock only

•

Gas/gasless MIG, Spool gun for alloy and stainless

HOT PRICE $

•

DC HF TIG for professional results and ARC for heavy welds

•

20-140 amp stepless voltage and amperage control

• Up to 10km in range

149

PK

Vario Premium Pistol Grip Grease Gun 450g • Suits 450g grease cartridges • Complete with 300mm high pressure flexible hose and four jaw coupler (RGGT450)

(RW1500MP)

5W UHF CB Radio With Antenna & Bracket

• •

80 Channel 7 Colour display (UHF300PK)

HOT PRICE $

199

PK

1 YEAR WARRANTY

HOT PRICE $

1099

EA

HOT PRICE $

69

EA

• 82 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 March 2016. E & OE.

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STEINLAGER CLASSIC 15 X 330ML BOTTLES

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We stock a fine range of single malt whisky, craft beers & top quality wines. If we don’t stock your drop, we’ll order it in!

WWW.SUPERLIQUOR.CO.NZ 0800 SUPERL (0800 787 375)

OVER 100 STORES NATIONWIDE

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0800 SUPERL (0800 787 375)

Visit: www.superliquor.co.nz or call 0800 SUPERL (0800 787 375) for your local store. Over 100 stores nationwide, 100% locally owned and operated.

Offers end close of trade 28th March 2016, while stocks last. Available at participating stores only. Limits may apply at participating outlets.

Trade not supplied. Terms and conditions may apply. Available 29th February – 28th March 2016 inclusive. Please see www.superliquor.co.nz for details.

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Spark more savings with Farmlands.

Pay your Spark bill through your Farmlands Account to receive:

4% Farmlands shareholder rebate

3 Choices Rewards Points

Bonus Rebate Farmlands Card spend contributes to your end of year Bonus Rebate*

for every $150.00 (incl GST) you spend with Spark

Need to add Mobile or Broadband?

Sign up to a Mobile $59.99 Open Plan or above and SAVE $10.00 every month for 12 months.

Not with Spark?

Switching’s easy – get a quote.

Spark customer but not charging through your Farmlands Account?

Sign up to any consumer Broadband plan and SAVE $10.00 every month for 12 months.

Already charging Spark through your Farmlands Account?

Add other Spark services.

Contact us to take advantage of these great savings today! www.farmlands.co.nz/spark | 0800 200 600 | spark@farmlands.co.nz

* The Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited Bonus Rebate is subject to the Directors’ discretion.

Spark Terms and Conditions apply, visit www.farmlands.co.nz/spark for details. Mobile and Broadband offers are available to new Spark customers and contract renewals. Offer valid until 31st March 2016.

FARMLANDS CARD - FOR EVERYDAY SAVINGS

On-Farm Dairy Solutions

R E T A W K C STO

S N O I T U SOL O LAST T T L I U B

Farmlands card now accepted Milk Cooling & Tanks Pre cooling Farm Holding Tanks Refrigeration Polar Wraps

• Water troughs for all farm types • Water and effluent line systems • Precast and pipe specialists

Hot Water Recovery Monitors & Controllers Refrigeration Service Plans Plate Heat Exchangers

Dairy Automation

humes.co.nz | 0800 502 112

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Talk to us today for your farm solution

Manual & Autodrafing Walk over Weighing Feed Control

In-bail identification In-line sensors for Rotary

How are you tracking?

Let’s talk. www.tru-test.com

0800 500 387

Did you know?

These Card Partners accept the Farmlands Card provide an exclusive Farmlands rebate

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give you Choices Rewards Points

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Shop and save everyday with Farmlands Card

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FUEL UP AT CHALLENGE, FUEL YOUR CO-OPERATIVE.

12 OFF ¢

Challenge, New Zealand’s largest independent service station network, is wholly supplied by Farmlands Fuel, part of New Zealand’s largest rural supplies co-operative.

per litre

What does this mean for you?

The more you fill up at Challenge, the more money is circulated back to your co-operative. You even get 12 cents per litre off the pump price when you use your Farmlands Card, so fuel up at Challenge today – the kiwi-as service station that fuels the Farmlands Co-operative.

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www.challenge.net.nz

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MECHANICS VICES

Cast from close grained grey iron guaranteeing strength and long life. Fully machined on all load-bearing surfaces for smooth and trouble free operation. Fully fused handle will bend before the vice is overstressed. Fast action rolled twin start acme thread for strength and wear resistance.

Code T3 T5 T6

Description 100mm 125mm 150mm

+GST $117.65 $189.52 $228.65

2PC STORAGE COMBO 9 DRAWER TOOL CHEST & 7 DRAWER ROLLER CABINET

Inclusive $135.30 $217.95 $262.95

GST Incl.

$842.61 + GST

9 Drawer Tool Chest - Racing Series Heavy duty side handles. Internal locking system.

Powder coat finish. Protective drawer liners.

Easy move, ball bearing slides on all drawers.

Full length aluminium extrusion drawer handle.

Overall dimensions: 660 x 305 x 430mm

CIRCLIP PLIER SET 10PC

Thumb screw quick conversion type.

4 x Straight tip pliers 4 x 90° Tip pliers 301939

7 Drawer Roller Cabinet - Racing Series Internal locking system. Powder coat finish.

Protective drawer liners. Side handles.

Easy move, ball bearing slides on all drawers.Rubber mat for protecting cabinet top.Features two fixed and two castor wheels with brakes.

Overall dimensions: 680 x 460 x 1000mm.

RS5356

135

$

50GST Incl.

$113.48 + GST

RING & OPEN END SPANNER SETS 14PC

BONUS 3 Drawer Intermediate Chest

DUMPY LEVEL

26-fold magnification optical system, easily accessible focusing and adjusting screw with easy-grip, shock-absorbing soft shell casing. Protection class IP54.

No batteries required.

Metric Sizes: 10 - 32mm Made in Taiwan.

KT1214MR

STL17862

497 80

$

22500

$

969 00

$

GST Incl.

GST Incl.

$432.87 + GST

$195.65 + GST

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Exclusive Farmlands shareholder offers applies and Farmlands trading price. Ask in-store for more details.

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 Hawkes 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

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SMARTER

SAVINGS WITH FARMLANDS CARD Pay directly through your Farmlands Account to receive:

12% Meridian prompt payment discount + 2% shareholder rebate.

2% shareholder rebate on your FMG bill.

4% shareholder rebate on every Spark bill.

Contact Farmlands for an obligation free quote or to add these services to your Farmlands Account. www.farmlands.co.nz | 0800 200 600 | help@farmlands.co.nz

0800 200 600 www.farmlands.co.nz

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Plus, find more Card Partner savings and locations on the Farmlands App!

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TAKE NO PRISONERS WITH TORDON BRUSHKILLER XT! ™

$517.50 (INCL GST) st Valid until 31* 16 20 ch Mar

Only TORDON BRUSHKILLER XT contains AMINOPYRALID - the most powerful brushweed herbicide ever discovered. ™

✓ Proven performance ✓ Residual control of secondary invasive weeds ✓ Greater reliability in tough conditions ✓ Grass friendly This exclusive offer ends soon, so visit your local Farmlands store today!

tions apply.

*Price valid on 20L drums. Terms and Condi

Farms on the same hill treated days apart, by two different helicopter operators. The generic spray regrowth can be seen.

TREATED WITH A GENERIC SPRAY

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TREATED WITH TORDON™ BRUSHKILLER XT

“Ask yourself, do you want around 80-100% kill or 50-60% kill – for my money I want results.”

- Ross Watson, consulting agronomist