REAL HEARTLAND 2017
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*CONDITIONS: Price listed is for a 5085GV ROPS with the listed specifications. Additional models available for an additional cost. Price is GST exclusive. Image is for illustrative purposes only and some features shown may not be available on NZ models.
REAL HEARTLAND 2017
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WATER MATTERS
The Tractor Rally opposing the WCO on 19 September, which travelled from Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds, Hastings to Farndon Park, Clive.
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here’s much debate and discontent surrounding water issues as pressure increases on farmers and horticulturists to work towards water conservation and improve the quality of waterways through stock exclusion, riparian planting and other protection measures.
If the Water Conservation Order (WCO) comes into effect restrictions or prohibitions will be put in place on how water from the Ngaruroro and Clive River can be used, which could result in a vast number of jobs being lost. Nearly 400 submissions were received on the application and were a close split between opponents and supporters. Opponents had been vocal in condemning the project, running a high-profile “No to WCO” campaign claiming the order would decimate primary production in Hawke’s Bay, and they held a tractor rally in Hastings at the end of last month to highlight their concerns. A large number of submitters - including many from the horticulture sector opposed the WCO on the lower part of the Ngaruroro but supported or were neutral on it for the upper reaches. The first stage of special tribunal hearings into the Ngaruroro River Water Conservation Order application will begin on November 14 after a decision to split the hearings into two - the first to consider matters relating to the upper reaches of the river.
With the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council voting to move on from the Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme and focus its efforts on other priorities, water supply and storage issues are likely to dominate conversation and on-farm decisions in the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, new research indicates planting ma-nuka could reduce the impacts of farming on waterways, as well giving farmers an additional income stream.
In addition to the fertiliser applied to support pasture growth, animal urine can add nitrogen to soil at rates in excess of pasture’s ability to use it. Plant & Food Research scientists have contributed to a collaborative programme, led by University of Canterbury professor Brett Robinson which found that, after heavy application of urea, the soil around ma-nuka and ka-nuka trees contained dramatically less nitrate than around radiata pines used for comparison.
Farmers have previously used pine as a supplementary crop but log prices have decreased, while the markets for ma-nuka honey and essential oils have increased, making it another option for supplementary plantings. The potential to reduce nitrogen leachate and improve downstream water quality provides an additional benefit for planting or preserving ma-nuka. See www.plantandfood.co.nz/page/news/ media-release/for full details
For all ATV ground based spraying services farms, orchards, vineyards and small blocks, contact: Matt Bulled 027 424 4290 Viv Robinson 021 180 8868
www.weedworx.co.nz
we specialise in: Tax Preparation Business Planning General Accounting APPROVED HAWKES BAY APPLICATORS FOR AGRISEA - PROVIDING A COMPLEX RANGE OF NUTRIENTS IN A NATURAL FORM, THIS MEANS AN INCREASE IN ROOT MASS AND ROOT LENGTH - REDUCING IMPACTS OF DROUGHT AND ACCELERATING THE UPTAKE OF NUTRIENTS - INCREASES SOIL BIOLOGY POPULATION AND DIVERSITY
Talk to us today or visit us at All staff are industry qualified Growsafe operators and all work complies with the Growsafe Code of Practice NZ8409-2004 Management of Agrichemicals.
www.mcia.co.nz
Dannevirke tel: (06) 374 7059 / Pahiatua tel: (06) 376 7476
ADVERTORIAL
Reverse osmosis unit
How does your water taste? In Hawke’s
Bay, when you turn on the tap, you would expect beautiful fresh artesian water to flow. For people dependent on local municipal supplies the water now tastes of Chlorine. The Havelock North water crisis has left a bitter taste in the mouths of many people and will change the way we think about water for many years to come. Poor water quality can be a problem and is just as common in rural water supplies. As the human body is 60% water, we are rather dependent on H2O for good health, but water is also good at carrying soluble minerals, chemicals and other matter, such as the substances that contaminated the Havelock North water supply. One of the most effective means of protecting municipal supplies from bacterial contamination is to Chlorinate the water where a residual of disinfectant maintains some safety across a large network. The disadvantage ag being g that we are left with the taste of Chlorine orine and in some cases some reaction to this chemical in the water.
Twin deluxe UV sterilisation unit complete with filter cartridges
While Harris Pumps & Filtration take water treatment seriously we will always look at options that don’t require chemical disinfection first. We have available to us the very latest in water treatment technology which includes UV Sterilisation and appropriate filtration.
As not all water is created equal we use IANZ Accredited Laboratories to identify the contaminants in a supply and design the water treatment to suit your application; so when you turn on the tap, all you are getting is pure, clean water. The water in our region most commonly comes from bores, rainwater or springs. The quality of the water from each varies widely. Bore water is generally safe in Hawkes Bay but the quality is variable, from being some of the best water available to issues of water hardness, staining and taste and odour. Springs in Hawkes Bay generally yield ‘hard water’ and can often be contaminated by ground water runoff. When considering rainwater just look at which way the birds perch when sitting on your gutter. Rainwater is one of the best sources of pure water, but once it runs down your roof it becomes contaminated with bird excrement, yo rotting tree matter and any number of other hazards, ro such as lead on older roofs, however these issues are su easily addressed by appropriate water treatment. ea While water quality sounds like a murky subject, any Wh contamination in your water supply is easy to fix. Lime co can be removed from water with a softener, making it ca good for drinking, washing and gentler on your plumbing go and appliances. Water Softeners are very effective at not an only eliminating water hardness but also great at on removing Iron and Manganese the two elements that re most often cause staining in your house. Harmful mo elements such as heavy metals can often be removed from water with Reverse Osmosis using easily installed point of use systems. E.coli is easily combatted with an ultra violet steriliser, which kills harmful bacteria with light, not nasty tasting chlorine and cysts easily filtered out with the correct filtration. And as for that chlorine, we have carbon filters to get rid of that too.
Drop in and see us if you’ve had enough.
Water Softener - UV Sterilisation Carbon Filter - Sediment Filter installation
Pumps ps » Water Reticulation Water Treatmentt » Sales and nd d Service 500 Omahu Road, Hastingss » P. 06 8788 622
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“Kill” Ferrets, Possum, Rats and Rabbits “Dead!” Philproof bait feeders are the answer.
Two sizes, standard and mini available. T-Rex Snap Trap
Possum/Rat/Rabbit bait stations • Specially developed to protect bait from rain and to protect blockages which can occur in other bait stations. Waterproof • The preferred bait station used by professional pest control agencies. Large Philproof is ideal for baiting Rabbits Also available Rodent bait stations, Block baits, Timms traps, Rodent snap traps (prices available on request).
Ferret/Stoat trap covers/Fenn Traps • Specifically designed to cover MK 4 or MK 6 Fenn (kill) traps • Narrow entrance guides the Ferret/Stoat over centre of trigger plate • Stockproof • Available in single or double models • Made from recycled plastic • MK 4, great Rat trap ex UK
Single Cover & Trap
Double Cover & 2 Traps
Baitstation Mini
Timms
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(Remember to include your courier or RD address)
Phone/Fax 07 859 2943 • Mobile 021 270 5896 Email philproof@gmail.com • Website www.philproof.co.nz
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Whether it’s a serious amount of pasture renovation or stacking a season’s worth of bales, the Kubota M-Series will power through just about anything. Want more? The highly specced M7-1 and MGX always impresses. As will the amazing finance deals and the 5 year warranty. Don’t miss out.
Contact us today or visit kubota.co.nz *Offer valid from 1st June to 31st December 2017 or while stocks last and is available only when purchasing a new Kubota MGX or M7-1 Series tractor. Prices exclude GST. Finance is based on 30% deposit, 36 month total term with nothing to pay for 12 months. Lending criteria apply. **The promotion giveaway is only available with an M7-1 purchase and is an all-expenses paid 5 day study tour to Kubota Farm Machinery Europe in Bierne, Northern France and Paris. Tour is scheduled for May 2018, dates are to be confirmed. Giveaway is not redeemable for cash. Offer ends 31/12/2017.
RTX RANGEPOINT 15/50CM Navigation Controller, NH372 – RTX RangePoint and USB for IntelliSteer ready tractor with 12 month subscription
Valued at $13,500
OPTIONAL UPGRADE RTX CENTERPOINT 4.0CM
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OFFER ALSO AVAILABLE ON AGED AND EX DEMO T7 TRACTORS
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*Offer valid until 31st December 2017 or while stocks last and is available only when purchasing a new Kubota RTV series utility vehicle. Prices exclude GST. **Finance is based on 30% deposit and 40 month total term. Lending criteria apply. Offer available on current T7 inventory or while stocks last. Sale agreement must be signed prior to 31st October 2017 and the unit must be installed by 31st December 2017. Finance options available. Finance rate is based on 40% deposit, GST paid in the third month and 48 monthly payments. Fitment of guidance package not included. Tractor must be IntelliSteer ready. Please see your local New Holland dealer for full terms and conditions.
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29th Annual Ram Sale on farm, Tatu Ohura, Thursday 23rd November, 2017
Catalogues mailed to past buyers and available on website Top 200 rams available at sale so you get top pick. Next cut available for paddock sale.
All Rams sold with a
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We really care about our customers. If something is not right, we will put it right. We deal with issues promptly, and professionally, and we see things through. We understand the pressures of farming and the need to be there, always.
We Keep One Step Ahead
We are always learning about farming and machinery so that we can continue to add value to our customers and provide them with the best possible advice. We keep improving our business, and ourselves, to be one step ahead by doing things smarter and more effectively. We are an early adopter of technology that improves how we do business and how farmers can better use their land.
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FINANCE AVAILABLE - TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY. SEE INSTORE FOR DETAILS. WE ACCEPT FARMERS CARD, Q CARD