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Fonterra announced six commitments to help protect and restore water quality in New Zealand in 2017, and one year on the ambitious plan is progressing with more Sustainable Dairy Advisers on the ground and actions taking place across the country.

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Fonterra’s six water commitments are: farm within regional environmental limits, encourage strong environmental farming practices, reduce water use and improve wastewater quality at manufacturing plants, build partnerships to improve waterway health, invest in science and innovation to find new solutions and make the products people value most.

“Freshwater is such an important topic for New Zealanders so we want to keep people regularly updated on our commitments and be A scientist samples water quality at open about our progress,” Waituna Lagoon as part of the Living Water programme says Fonterra’s director of sustainability, Carolyn Mortland. water use across 26 New Zealand “Key milestones reached in the last manufacturing sites by 20 per cent.

12 months include Fonterra farmers Significant progress has been made have nearly excluded all dairy cattle at the halfway point of Fonterra’s 10from waterways on their farms — 99.6 year Living Water partnership with the per cent of permanent waterways are Department of Conservation, which is now fenced, and 99.9 per cent of regular focussed on five freshwater catchments waterway crossings now have bridges to identify game-changing and scalable or culverts. Fonterra now employs 24 solutions that demonstrate dairying and Sustainable Dairy advisers across the freshwater can thrive together. Working country and is due to have 28 by the end with community stakeholders, the of 2018, on the way to a target of 30.” additional 50 catchments that Fonterra Fonterra’s TIAKI programme involves has committed to help restore have SDAs providing advice, tools and been identified, and action planning services to farmers. The tailored plans is underway. improve environmental outcomes, “Our focus continues to be working utilising digital mapping tools and a collaboratively with others who care suite of good management practices. about New Zealand’s waterways because Fonterra’s Pahiatua manufacturing the task of reversing the decline in water site will save approximately half a quality over many years is complex and million litres of water a day through the will only be achieved if everybody does water recycling innovation and Fonterra’s their bit,” says Carolyn. factory in Darfield has new technology, “It’s a long-term approach, and many which will reduce the amount of of the results will only show over the groundwater drawn by around 70 per long-term, but it’s crucial we keep up the cent. Learnings from Pahiatua and hard work now to accelerate the national Darfield will be applied elsewhere to movement to rebuild the health of the help reach the 2020 target of reducing country’s waterways.”

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“This partnership provides farmers with a more environmentally-friendly fencing option, made from the packaging of our farmers’ milk, which is pretty special,” says Fonterra Brands New Zealand’s Sustainability and Environment manager, Larisa Thathiah.

“It is not enough to just recycle anymore: it is about creating less waste full stop, or at least turning it into something useful. That is why these fence posts are so exciting — they are made from 100 per cent recycled material, and have a life expectancy of more than 50 years.”

The Future Post partnership is the latest waste reduction initiative from Fonterra. Managing director of Future Post, Jerome Wenzlick, says it is great to have support from Fonterra, and he is looking forward to developing other sustainable products for farmers.

“What we are doing is repurposing waste that could have gone to landfill and turning it into a valuable product

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“Future Post is a start-up, but we have plans for some new products in 2019, including those for non-farming sectors.”

Anchor Light Proof milk bottles are collected from the Fonterra Takanini site and transported to the Future Post Waiuku plant, where they are mixed with soft plastics and turned into fence posts.

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THE INCREDIBLE ORCHID

by Ann van Engelen

An industrial chemist by profession, Ross Tucker creates exotic and unusual orchids — displaying to the world a vast array of creativity and succession of the plants, which date back thousands of years.

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rchids can flower all year round, and apart from hobby growers, we are probably the one exotic speciality store in the country selling online at Tucker Orchids,” says Ross.

Being a chemist, he also developed a fertiliser ‘Orchid Tucker’ and plants generally some orchids, can bloom within six weeks of use.

“My interest began because my grandfather grew orchids as a gardener in England for a ‘Lord’ at a country estate. After he fought in World War One, he came here and brought plants with him and grew slipper orchids for the cut flower market. My mother had them in the yard, and they needed rescuing,” says Ross. The main method of reproducing orchids is through flasks

or tissue culture, and Ross understood the technical terms in books he read so began producing flasks of orchids — approximately 25 plants grow in a glass jar via seed or reproduction and mericloning.

“I added varieties and experimented reproducing them. As a hobby grower, I overproduced quickly and ran out of space but with the New Zealand cut flower industry in its infancy around the 1970s they needed stock, so we became a supplier.

“In the beginning orchid exports were financially profitable, if not better than the New Zealand wine industry. Due to government restrictions over the past 30 years, it is now almost a non-existent export industry. We had approximately 300 growers exporting cymbidium cut

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flowers across the world, and we are now down to 30 because MPI put so many rules in place with no support and that businesses got sold up.

“It was devastating for our growers, and the Taiwanese saw the opportunity and took our market and customers.

They now earn around seven billion dollars a year.

“I now produce pot plant orchids for the New Zealand market and some varieties most people have never seen.

Some are so rare; they cannot be exported, including New Zealand natives.

Many are threatened, and the national orchid body are trying to conserve them but keep running up against issues with MPI restrictions — because MPI don’t understand the plant biology and should consult with people that are experts not rely on their limited knowledge.”

Ross sends plants offshore believing other countries will be the heroes and keep them in circulation.

“I brought a shipment in from China, and MPI literally took plants that were 6,000 years old and destroyed them. They just killed them with no understanding of what it was they were destroying — that is horrific,” says Ross.

“I believe Chinese philosopher Confucius grew them thousands of years ago. The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taiwan has the rice drawings of orchids. Scientific research is phenomenal, and documentaries note that Darwin watched orchids and they really do seek a specific pollinator.

“The subspecies of an insect is specific to each genera, and without that pollinator, you cannot keep the orchid alive in its natural environment. MPI refuse to understand; it is that simple and uncalled for restrictions mean plants die.”

“Ross finds perfumed ones fascinating and hybridises colours, forms and scents. Orchids grow in every climate and continent except Antarctica that I know of.

“Some grow under snow, die down and return in spring. It is the most evolved plant in the plant kingdom and its reproduction is often called ‘sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll’.

“This is because some mimic the insect to attract it to procreate, some produce a drug, which gets their pollinator high and some offer pheromones.”

Ross breeds plants unique to New Zealand and speaks at events around the world.

“My line is highly scented and called Zygopetalum, which means tongue.

We have developed scents and have thousands of varieties on-site, but there are some 33,000 species worldwide yet to collect. Other countries are driven by orchids, and New Zealand will catch up once MPI scientists learn and understand what they are dealing with instead of destroying them.

“We constantly produce new varieties because people are collectors and keeping it fresh is important. I love developing new varieties.

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New volunteer joins Farming for Hospice

BY DENISE GUNN With more than three decades in his career as a livestock agent behind him, Simon McKay is well-versed with buying and selling stock. Now, as the new volunteer convenor for Farming for Hospice, Simon is putting that knowledge and his rural connections towards the scheme, raising vital funds for Arohanui Hospice.

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“Being familiar with the regions the hospice operates in, and knowing a vast majority of the farming families, along with experience in the livestock industry, made it an easy decision to accept the position,” said Simon.

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“They advised me to take the opportunity and go for it with their full support.” During his career, Simon covered the Manawatu, southern Hawke’s Bay, northern Wairarapa and Southland regions. He enjoyed his

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involvement with farming families through the good times and the bad and also made life-long friendships and associations with many people.

Arohanui Hospice serves a population of nearly 200,000 people, covering Palmerston North City, the Manawatu, Tararua, Rangitikei and Horowhenua districts, as well as Otaki.

Although partially funded by the government through MidCentral District Health Board (DHB) and Whanganui (DHB), 44% of its operational funding needs to be fundraised. That equates to a further $2.82 million this financial year, working out to just over $54,000 every week.

The Farming for Hospice scheme, which began in March 1994, aims to raise at least 10 per cent of the hospice’s annual fundraising budget. Over the past 24 years, the scheme has raised more than $2.5 million for Arohanui Hospice.

A network of close to 400 farmers graze hospice cattle amongst their own herds, and the programme has between 350 to 400 cattle on its books at any one time.

Stock may be on-farm for between eight to 18 months. When the cattle reach their optimum weight they are sent for processing with proceeds directly to Arohanui Hospice. Stock transport is either donated or significantly discounted.

Simon is keen to explore new ways to spread the scheme and to increase the type of farmers who may want to contribute by including bulls and deer, or donations of sheep.

From left: Farming for Hospice volunteer convenor Simon McKay with volunteer coordinator and cattle buyer John McLean

“We are keen to hear from anyone happy to look after a small area of graziers with 10 to 20 cattle under their control,” said Simon.

The Farming for Hospice team is always on the look-out for new farmers who are willing to come on board as graziers.

“We are very much in need of farmers in Rangitikei, Manawatu, Tararua and Horowhenua districts,” said Simon.

There are currently 20 coordinators with about 20 cattle each shared among their farmer graziers. Coordinators keep the convenor informed when to sell and buy, and how the cattle are doing.

Simon is thoroughly enjoying his work as a volunteer convenor. The role keeps him in contact with many of the families and associates in the rural community.

“We can only ask that people consider supporting the hospice in some form.

“Everyone throughout our districts is fundraising for different organisations, so we have to be mindful of that.”

Simon said the Farming for Hospice scheme had operated successfully for many years.

“It is my responsibility to help, along with all the coordinators and graziers, to ensure the scheme continues into the future.”

Anyone interested in helping or becoming involved with Farming for Hospice can call Simon on 021 423 532.

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SCHOLARSHIP WINNER GENERATES INDUSTRY IDEAS

By Denise Gunn Silver Fern Farms Plate to Pasture scholarship winner for the western North Island has a background immersed in agriculture. Monique Yule is one of six inspirational young people from around New Zealand to receive one of these scholarships this year.

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Monique was raised on her family’s farm in central Hawke’s Bay within the meat sector after graduation, combining her passion for food and the agricultural sector.

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“The financial aid was a huge contributor as the scholarship would allow me to focus solely on my studies, without needing to find a part-time job to financially assist me.”

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levels. Through the scholarships, we have connected with the industry’s emerging talent who want to contribute to a sustainable future for our red meat sector — from plate to pasture.”

This year, applicants were asked to describe their ‘Big Idea’ for the red meat industry, as well as naming three challenges or opportunities they believe are important to the sector.

Monique’s big idea for the red meat industry is to better accommodate highincome earners over a wide variety of niche markets. It would increase the consumer base of the red meat industry and add extra value to current red meat products.

“Niche markets, which I believe can be better targeted by the red meat industry include toddlers, the elderly and busy workers.

“I feel that the elderly and toddler niche could be better targeted by the red meat industry, as they make up a large portion of the global population.

Currently, there are no meat products on the market which specifically target them.”

She also suggested the needs of toddlers and the elderly could be met by producing fortified, convenient, pre-cut and easy to chew red meat products.”

Monique found out she was a successful scholarship recipient through a phone call from the Silver Ferns Farms senior communications adviser.

“The news was very exciting as I never thought my application would be one of the six successful applications.”

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The Silver Fern Farms Plate to Pasture scholarship will help Monique further her career attend the Silver Fern Farms Plate to Pasture conference in Rotorua.

“The experience I gained through the conference was very eye-opening and insightful.

“It gave me a great understanding of all areas of the supply chain required to get a product of high quality from the primary sector, right through to consumers globally.”

After graduating, Monique would like to experience how the food industry operates in different areas of the globe.

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From a young age Monique has been involved in day-to-day farming operations

“I would love to travel overseas to Asia and South America to experience different food cultures, and analyse how various food cultures could be integrated into the western diet.”

Long-term Monique would like to be involved in enhancing food products within the agricultural sector, to meet consumers’ wants and needs.

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Monique said working in direct relation to agriculturally-produced foods would combine her passion for agriculture and food science.

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When trees take over

by Ian McKelvie, MP for Rangitikei

The current government is full of surprises — and they are expensive and worrying surprises.

I am all for regional development but the minister responsible for this portfolio, claiming to have miraculously increased the regional population of this country in twelve months just a week ago, is hell-bent on planting trees. On close inspection, I notice that the Rangitikei Electorate is earmarked for a swag of trees to be planted.

In a few short years under this scenario, instead of many sheep and people dotted around our hill country, we will have a whole lot of trees, few sheep and the people will have left the region. Here’s a prime example of policy, which if implemented without thought to the outcomes, could have a dramatic impact on the people of rural New Zealand. The Rangitikei is currently the biggest sheep breeding electorate in New Zealand (Southland used to have that honour).

Let’s look closely at the implications here, especially in light of the changes in the Overseas Investment Act. An overseas ‘investor’ could arrive and purchase, say, a 2,000-hectare station,

because of the terms of the act and despite the fact that the soil could well be capable of growing crops or sheep or beef production they will plant trees across all classes of the land. It is not appropriate for productive and sustainable sheep and beef country to be swallowed up like this.

It is no accident that the Horizons Sustainable Land Use Initiative is such a success. It began after heavy rainfall during three days in February 2004 and worked on the important relationship between soil conservation, sustainable land use and improved water quality.

It was a truly ‘mountains to the sea’ approach to wise land use. Horizons led a collaborative approach between MPI, Farmers and Ag Research on a farm by farm approach implementing environmental farm plans and producing some very good outcomes.

A thinking government would plan ahead so that diverse and appropriate land use would take place; rural communities would remain intact and real sustainable regional development would go ahead.

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Chondroitin: Forgotten hero If you use a joint supplement for osteoarthritis, then stop reading and get the bottle and check the amount of chondroitin sulphate (CS) in the daily dose. Most older-style formulas will have up to 20% CS in the formula typically about 200mg in a daily dose. Chondroitin is a structural component of cartilage adding strength and resistance to compression.

The study that changed it all for me was published in the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases (Wildi et al, 2011) the study title is: Chondroitin sulphate reduces both cartilage volume loss and bone marrow lesions in knee osteoarthritis patients starting as early as six months after initiation of therapy: a randomised, doubleblind, placebo-controlled pilot study using MRI. Eighty people with similar grades of knee OA were chosen. Half the participants were given 800mg of CS as 400mg twice daily for six months.

The other group was given a placebo.

The two groups were then compared after six months. The group using CS had much less cartilage loss.

The next phase then gave all the participants 800mg of CS for another six months. The same results occurred.

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As a consequence, I reformulated my joint support formula and lifted CS to the levels used in the study. I also added a potent anti-inflammatory 95% curcumin (from turmeric) extract.

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Pets dislike being left behind whilst their ‘family’ go on adventures but at times there is no option, particularly if there is no ‘pet-friendly’ accommodation available.

Most areas have boarding kennels for cats and dogs, and they take care of all your pets’ needs. Another option is getting a house and pet sitter to come into your home and check on your animals, or stay on-site and keep your animal and feathered friends company. It also means your property is not left empty. If this is the solution for you, make sure you have enough food supplies and a list of meal times and sizes, the name of your veterinarian and an emergency contact number for yourself, a friend or family member who is available if needed.

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them. Make sure the carer knows to leave fresh water out daily and explain routines, special beds or treats so your pet has things as normal as possible — whether they are a cat, dog, rabbit or alpaca.

When taking your pet with you plan ahead and check they are welcome and remember to enquire about restrictions at campsites, parks and beaches. The safest way for a dog or cat to travel is in a pet crate that has been securely anchored or a properly fitted harness that is securely attached to the vehicle as directed by the manufacturer.

Partially covering the crate can help relax the animal and they should be kept in the back seat to prevent injury if an airbag deploys. Animals that get motion sickness or anxious can be

given medications to help relax. Stop frequently during longer trips to allow your pet to exercise and go to the toilet and never leave an animal locked inside a car as the temperatures rise to high levels and can lead to death.

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From 1985 to 1996, the Nissan Mobil 500 (nicknamed the ‘Wellington 500’) transformed Wellington’s waterfront into an internationally-regarded racing destination, watched on television by 164 million globally. The 50,000 who attended in-person saw top drivers take their high performance touring cars to the limit, driving at speeds of over 200km/h through the narrow streets of Wellington.

To the dismay of some Aucklanders, who were green with envy after failing to secure the race up north, the Wellington waterfront proved to be the perfect spot as it was close to bars and shops. Plus, it was virtually empty. Not that all retailers enjoyed the noise and closed streets during the race, especially the retailer that ended up with a tyre crashing through their shop window after coming off one of the cars.

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“We’ll try and find a solution for everything and as we are part of a nationwide company we have that extensive support network to call on,” he says.

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A dog’s tail …

It’s that time of yeer agen

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paddick this mornin’ an’ Boss gotta go an spoil it. Still, I get to pick cracklin’ onna trotter, and read alla emails in town too. Krissmiss!

Ya gotta love it eh?

Cheers an’ hava good one an’ like Sharlene always ses. Drive safe.

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outside the buchers maybe? Ya git a bit tied of smellin’ sheep wool an cows, ana rabits been a bit few an far between lately. Thena Boss sed: “We betta hava shower, I’ll hava shave, an you Dog, yer kin go an jump ina dam an’ hava good shake ina sun, before we go.”

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gonna need sum drinks eh? Sum bear and whine, bear for me and whine fer you an’ Mum. We gonna hava turkee, or maybe bowl a good hoggit fer Krissmiss dinna?”

Then Sharlene give me a pat an’ made me day.”Tell yer wot. Lets get a good porker from our naybor Bluey. I know a certain Borda Colly wot rilly does a good job ona proppitty, wot also is a bit parshill to sum cracklin.”

Well readas, wen she sed that I turn me eye dog button on an’ give the Boss me very Best Stare, an’ held it wile I held me breth. An it werked, Boss give me a grin.

“Ya reckin ya desrve it Dog,” he sed.”Well, I reckin ya do. Tell ya wot deah, lets jump ina ute, go inta town.

We kin have lunch atta pub, an do our shoppin’ downa main street. Support the lokil shops.Yoo kin come too Dog an help choose a porker ona way back.”

Now I tells yer wot readas, a farm dog’s life isint too bad wen yer get to help choose yer Krissmiss tucker. An’ getting the afternoon off ina town? I hope Boss parks near tha bakery. Or

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Gidday readas. Billy Borda Colly here an’ let me tell yer it’s that time o’ yeer agen when Boss’s gerlfrend Sharlene gets in wot Boss reckins is a reel tizzy, cos Krissmiss is juss around the korner.

(Well, I had look down atta kattil stop wen I gotta papa fer Boss ta reed at smoko, an’ didint see Santa coming round tha korner downa main road.)

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Anyway, wen Boss an’ Sharlene were havin’ smoko ona steps ofa woolshed, she hada bita papa an’ pen an’ tole Boss she needid sum munny.

“Gotta go inter town ina ute, deah,” she trole him. “We gotta get sum dickerations fer a Krismiss tree, an’ a lotta prezzies fer the daugter, ana neecis an ‘ nefews, an yer Mum, an tha shearmilkers too.”

Boss went a bit wite wen she said all that.”I hope yer don’t reckin yer gonna go shoppin ina city,” he sed. ”Blimmin petrol bluddy ‘spensive.”

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The mystery of irrigation systems Many farmers and lifestylers make life hard for themselves by not understanding the requirements of an effective irrigation system, be it water or effluent.

Following are some points to consider: 1. Decide how far this system may finally go. So often this is understated which makes adding on later difficult if the pipe is already too restrictive. It is generally better to have over-large pipes than to be too small. You will save in pump energy anyway.

2. Pressure loss is linear by distance. The further you go the more pressure you lose in a proportional sense, ie 500m of pipe has twice pressure loss of 250m of the same pipe at same flow.

3. Understand the hose/pipe size being offered by the salesman. MDOD means Medium Density 0utside Dimension. Actual internal size will be at least 10mm–15mm smaller.

Pressure loss is significantly greater.

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5. The height of undulations, hills, etc, has a direct pressure loss on the liquid but fortunately is easy to calculate as follows: vertical height in meters of the object is equal (close enough) to the pressure loss of liquid in metres. So a hill 30m high vertically will have roughly 30mH pressure loss which needs to be allowed for in the equation.

6. Having arrived at the furthest irrigated paddock, don’t strangle the machine by having too small a supply hose.

7. Know what pressure is required to run the irrigator. Don’t just let it have whatever is left.

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The Clean Sweep machine was developed. It is versatile and can work on wet ground whereas a sucking machine clogs.

Underneath the shed is a horrible place to be for obvious reasons. By using the Clean Sweep machine, you don’t have to be amongst it. The machine self-steers and operating from the outside can reach to 20–30 metres.

They assess every job prior for quoting.

Clean Sweep Woolsheds is making the job simple for farmers, and they don’t have to handle it themselves also the

end product is the great fertiliser that the client keeps. Some people give it to the local school or club to sell, or they can spread it onto their paddocks.

It is important to have a clean shed — it creates a healthy space on many levels. The sheep have good airflow if penned overnight; it also decreases wool staining and most of all it reduces the ammonia smell, which the shearers will appreciate.

Clean Sweep Woolsheds also clean the count out pens. The machine digs into that and grinds it off as well.

• Buy 10 receive 12 and 2x service kits • 3 models available – all the one price • Nearly indestructible • Only NZ Manufacturer providing lifetime guarantee on the body of the ballcock

It's the dirtiest job on the farm!

www.sisballcock.co.nz | 0800 175 720 Only available direct from manufacturer

Cow & Horse Processing in Levin No Moore Hassel Pet Food is an MPI approved and recognised primary meat processor.

Based in Levin we offer local farmers a free and highly professional pick-up service for unwanted healthy cows and horses in the Manawatu-Wanganui region.

If you would prefer to transport your animal yourself or have your horse or cow put down on the farm then we can arrange this with a No Hassell guarantee.

About Us

Our in-house processing plant enables us to guarantee the consistent quality and reliability of the process from the picking-up to the putting-down of the animal. As a recognised specialist you can rest assured that our years of expertise and close connection to the farming industry makes our service as convenient, respectful and professional as it can be.

Let us take care of your woolshed.

Clean Sweep Woolsheds can quickly and efficiently remove all the manure from under your woolshed giving you a cleaner and healthier shed. Less ammonia smell and faster drying sheep.

• Fast • Cost effective • Operated from outside • Can reach the furthermost point

Phone Mark for a no obligation free quote 027 682 1186

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Return of the king

by Andy Bryenton

Prior to 2011, the image in most people’s minds of a best-selling Ford ute was one in line with our automotive history down under — you’d likely picture a V8 powered, low-slung muscle machine like those produced by tuning house FPV. All that changed when 2011’s Ford Ranger came on the scene. In retrospect, it was a turning point for the brand in New Zealand — a milestone pointing to an era of dominance.

Now it’s come time to follow-up the ongoing legacy of what has become not just our nation’s favourite utility vehicle, but our top vehicle overall for three years running. Ford is well aware that the only way to go onwards is to go upwards, and so their 2019 Ranger debuts with a smooth new transmission, a new power options and a new, revised look to deliver more presence on the road.

New under the hood is the option of a two-litre, twin-turbocharged common rail diesel engine, developing a phenomenal 500Nm of torque for heavy hauling duties and to power the Ranger through rough terrain. With more than 210 horsepower, this compact but mighty engine compares favourably to the established and reliable Duratorq 3.2 litre diesel which remains an option in the new line-up. With the two-litre twin turbo mated to a seriously smooth tenspeed automatic transmission, the ample power on tap delivers a fresh helping of the car-like ride and road

manners which made the original Ranger a hit. Even with the familiar Duratorq, the ride seems lighter, more nimble and more accomplished.

Other additions are purely futuristic — tech such as road sign recognition, which displays appropriate road signage in the ute’s display. You’ll also be able to choose automatic parking assist, which is pure magic when witnessed operating on a vehicle of this size. As is to be expected, much of Ford’s wizardry works behind the scenes in the name of safety and comfort, but their new Sync 3 infotainment system is front and centre in a well-appointed cab, putting everything at your fingertips.

While Ford has not rewritten the rulebook on the way the Ranger looks for 2019, it’s a clear update on the style front, with a slightly more aggressive look to complement those extra abilities. Here in the heartland of Ford Ranger country — the Kaipara boasts a predominance of the big ute with

the blue oval badge — it all adds up to a generational change worth waiting for. More options, more power, more

CARS | TRUCKS | TRACTORS | EARTH MOVERS ELMO (Allan Gilchrist) Manager/Fleet Controller

PO Box 154, Feilding 4740 elmostyreservice@hotmail.co.nz Fax: 06 323 6476

M: 027 241 2946 P: 06 323 9585

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QUALITY USED STOCK 2016 HONDA TRX500

FA6G, one dry stock owner, 13819kms, 998hrs, new dog mat, full independent susp, automatic with electric shift option (manual), bullbars, tow bar, mud flaps.

$11,995

2018 YAMAHA YZ250F

Very Tidy Ltd Ed, only 25hrs from new, good tyres, KYB Susp, reverse cylinder 250 4 stroke, 5 speed gearbox, championship proven motocross bike

$9,495

2013 POLARIS RANGER XP900

technology, safety and utility — Ford continue to evolve the benchmark and set the standard for others to aspire to.

All prices include GST

2011 YAMAHA RHINO 700

2003 HONDA CRF230

Tidy & fully serviced, 21,765kms, 1956hrs, mag wheels, EFI CVT Auto, Hi/Lo Ratio, bucket seats, seatbelts, 2wd/4wd, difflock, tilt tray, roof, handbrake

Good cond for it’s age, 999hrs, electric start, good tyres, Maxigrip rear tyre, rear carrier, perfect farm/trail bike

$9,995

$2,995

2010 SUZUKI RMX450

2009 JOHN DEERE GATOR

Well looked after endurance bike, fuel inj, electric kick start, 79hrs, 2404kms, muffler, perf enhanced, new front tyre, good chain & sprockets, handguards

$5,995

Good cond Gator 855D, Yanmar 855cc 3 cylinder liquid cooled diesel engine, tilt deck, CVT trans, On Demand true all wheel drive system, good BKT tyres, 2189 hrs.

$10,995

2015 POLARIS RANGER 570

2013 POLARIS RANGER XP900 EPS

$13,995

$9,995

$12,495

2014 POLARIS RANGER 570

2016 POLARIS RANGER 570

2016 YAMAHA WOLVERINE SPEC ED 72

1673hrs, inner mudflaps, adjust seat & steering wheel, On Demand AWD, 2WD/Turf, tilt deck, front & rear LED lights.

Tidy, from sheep farm, 1703hrs, 20,885kms, new belt, good tyres, CVT belt drive, Hi/Lo Ratio, Turf mode/2WD/ AWD, 44HP engine, dumpbox, roof, windscreen, rear panel

$7,995

Tidy Cond, One owner off drystock farm, 20284kms, screen, new tyres, CVT belt drv, Turf/2wd/AWD/ADC modes, towbar, dumpbox, tilt tray, 1472hrs.

Tidy cond, one owner, 921hrs, 11,222kms, roof, front & rear screen, wipers, good tyres, handbrake, CVT Belt drive, Hi/Lo Ratio, Turf mode/2WD/AWD/ADC Mode, tilt tray.

$11,995

Tidy Cond, off dry stock farm, 26804kms, roof, glass screen & wiper, rear screen, bluetooth stereo, 68 HP eng, AWD/2WD/Turf modes, tow bar.

One dry stock owner, 6645kms, 723hrs, half screen, roof, alloy skid plates, adj susp, 2wd/4wd/diff lock, HI/LOW ratios, auto trans, fuel inj, pwr steer, ROPs cage.

$16,995

All used stock is fully serviced. Buy with confidence from a LMVD

ASK US FOR A CUSTOMISED, DETAILED QUOTE TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS. Finance available on all stock subject to credit approval. Application and administration fees payable and T & Cs apply.

TAUMARUNUI: 07 895 7994 | OTOROHANGA: 07 873 8196 A/Hrs Joel Rees 027 279 5425 or Jette Josiah 027 446 4849 For your local Bike Servicing call Harry Sircombe 027 499 2051

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DRIVE PHONE FREE! BATTERY ADDITIVE

Battery Revitalizer & Conditioner A lot of people in our Recharge Conditioning Program are getting 8 to 10 years out of their batteries. Just dose them when you buy them, treat them every two years and give them an overnight charge twice a year between treatments and eliminate the sulphation problem, A car battery can be treated for around $5.

Yes you can treat sealed batteries, simply drill into each cell, top up with water, treat, charge and reseal with silicone, sika-flex or a plastic bung.

Available at :

0800 36 33 36 – www.recharge.net.nz

The Feilding Ford team “We know Feilding, we know local and we know rural,” says Courtesy Ford’s Shawn Retter, who 12 months ago picked up the branch manager’s role after 11 years based in the Palmerston North dealership.

The first thing he did was move the culture from a ‘boss-employee’ scenario to a team environment.

“We consider ourselves a team, no different to a sports team — sure everyone has their role in our dealership, but one thing that sets us apart from others is that we all muck in, no matter what the job, and cover each other, and we think that is pretty unique.”

Courtesy Ford Feilding has been around for a very long time and is definitely part of Feilding’s furniture.

They pride themselves on knowing the local and rural markets inside and out with a specialised team covering all facets of a modern dealership, from sales, finance, service and parts.

The sales team know just how to fit the right vehicle to the right buyer, and with tailored finance, warranty, and leasing options available, there is no better time

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Mower & Engineering Services Otaki 06 364 5411 Stihl Shop Palmerston North Palmerston North 06 358 6275 Stihl Shop Wanganui Wanganui 06 348 9560

MAHINDRA PIK-UP MAKE MOLEHILLS, OUT OF MOUNTAINS.

For the farm, the mountain or the trade.

The Mahindra Pik-Up was designed to tackle some of the toughest environments in the world. It comes equipped with Eaton’s bullet-proof mechanical locking differential system that reacts to the wheel speed differences and automatically locks the rear axle so you can keep going non-stop no matter what the terrain.

Mahindra PIKUP | Make molehills, out of mountains 5 Gladstone St, Feilding | 06 323 4858

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than now to get yourself into a nice new or used car, ute or van.

“People can’t believe just how affordable it is to buy a new car and our on-site business manager Evan Tull has a knack of making the impossible possible.”

They can also source vehicles specific to your requirements, Ford or other brands, and have the resources to obtain vehicles from either of their other two dealerships based in Palmerston North and Levin.

Their state of the art service department, led by foreman Steve, uses the latest in diagnostic equipment, to ensure that your vehicle is performing as it should. “We all know that cars have evolved considerably from the trusty Mk1

Cortina and Zephyr, so Courtesy Ford is the best point of call for all your WOF’s and servicing needs, big or small.”

Sierra and Mitch complete the service department, and all three technicians will treat your car as if it was their own.

Feel free to give service adviser Lyn a call if there is anything you require.

There is also an on-site parts department, and the ability to source non-stocked parts from Ford overnight if required.

“So, if there is anything you require, a new or used car, a super competitive finance package, repairs to your pride and joy, or even parts or accessories, come and see me and the team. We’ll show you just how enjoyable a visit to a Ford dealer can be.”

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A swift, silent farm ride

Cost saving and margins are always at the forefront in business — across all sectors, the UBCO Electric Utility Bike is experiencing a significant upswing in sales. The reasons are varied — but at the dollars end, UBCOs make sense.

UBCOs are unbeatable as a runabout; they are incredibly cheap to run at around $1 for a 100km range. Their service costs are on average at least 50% less than regular two-wheelers.

On top of this, farm managers who have done time and motion studies found that staff were often using fourwheelers and side-by-sides for tasks way under their design purposes such as the many trips down to the shed and back, bringing the stock up to the shed, checking fence lines and so on.

In response, farm managers insisted staff use their UBCOs for these menial tasks, resulting in significant reductions in the wear and tear of their four-wheelers — which in turn meant significant drops in the running cost of these units both in fuel and ongoing expensive repairs meaning more dollars saved.

UBCOs are not a magic wand that can do everything. However, they are a very capable, practical and rugged lightweight, low-cost machine that is very quickly cementing its real value and place amidst our machinery fleets.

Then there is the pleasure of simplicity and silence. UBCOs have hardly any running gear and engine braking to pull

Terrace End Auto Services Well priced agricultural and automotive batteries available

• W.O.F’s & W.O.F Repairs • Servicing • Auto repairs • Engine work • Steering • Suspension • Tyres • Brakes/ clutches • Cam belts you up. No more shouting at the dogs over the persistent thud of a quad motor, no engine heat, no starting issues.

With zero noise, the stock is far more settled and opening a gate on a UBCO is a breeze.

All in all, in cost, savings, function and performance UBCOs are the best way for us all to start our journey to becoming fuel free.

Pop into our shop and take a UBCO for a test ride. You only need your driver’s

licence to ride them! Take the first step to transitioning to low cost electric. Visit Kelvin at Electric Bikes Palmerston North at 416 Church St and take a test ride.

“Small town mechanics in the city” 839 Main Street, Palmerston North (Opposite Memorial Park behind the Caltex)

Austin Teulon | (06) 357 7361

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FIVE CYLINDER PERFORMANCE. FIVE STAR SAFETY. THREE EASY PAYMENTS. With three easy payments and 0% interest, there’s never been a better time to own a Mazda BT-50. For a limited time, drive away in one of New Zealand’s hardest-working utes and pay just 1/3 of the Recommended Retail Price (RRP) up front together with the On Road Costs, a $430 Establishment Fee and the cost of any accessories fitted. The balance is then paid in two annual payments, interest free.

This Mazda Finance offer is based on the Mazda Recommended Retail Pricing effective 1 August 2018 and only available through UDC Finance Limited. Normal credit and lending criteria apply. BT-50 Special Edition shown which is not eligible for this Mazda Finance offer. Go to palmfeilds.co.nz or see Palmfeild Mazda for full terms and conditions.

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An award-winning combination When good things come together, the whole is made greater than the sum of its parts. Nothing falls short of this statement when we look at what’s been happening with the local farm bike scene, where we caught up with City Honda and Bisset Honda to look back at what’s been achieved since they brought three stores together as one.

In February 2017, Pahiatua’s Bevan Bisset and Ingrid de Graaf connected with Shannon’s Scott and Rachel Newton to acquire and run City Honda Manawatu. While Bisset Honda and City Honda Manawatu have remained in the same great locations, the Horowhenua

branch has moved from Shannon to its new location in Levin. Together, they now see three stores working together: Bisset Honda (Pahiatua), City Honda Manawatu (Palmerston North) and City Honda Horowhenua (Levin). Bringing the stores together has allowed three stores

Phone 06 356 7191 Email advanced.panelbeaters@xtra.co.nz

465 Rangitikei Street, Palmerston North

that were once competing to join forces and work as a collaboration.

“It has been an essential objective to get out and back our riding and farming communities”, co-owner Scott Newton told us.

“It’s also really great to hear the positive feedback from farmers seeing us out more and more backing local events.

We’ve had a lot of change over the last 20 months, but our support to those who support us has remained consistent.”

Events and causes such as hunting competitions, Young Farmers, local schools, community bake-offs, local rides, up and coming riders and more have had the teams firing on all cylinders. Their

efforts haven’t gone unnoticed either, with Bisset Honda being recognised as Honda New Zealand’s ‘Best Community Involvement’ dealership and City Honda Manawatu as the ‘Best Customer Service’ Dealership. Bisset Honda was also awarded Southern Tararua Business Supreme Winner Award, a real credit to the work put in by the team.

There is no doubt that there is an exciting and progressive atmosphere you sense when coming into one of the stores. An optimistic buzz is in the air, so it will be exciting to see what this team has for us in the future. Feel free to drop in for a coffee at one of their three locations.

Bisset Honda Pahiatua 06 376 8829 City Honda Horowhenua (Now in Levin) 06 367 9951 City Honda Manawatu 06 357 7027 See us at cityhonda.co.nz

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We are your local stockists of the incredible Vege Pod growing system.

RONGOTEA SALEYARDS SPECIALISTS IN ALL CLASSES OF DAIRY, STORE AND FAT STOCK NZ Owned & Operated

Malcolm Coombe (Wanganui) Richard Trembath (Manawatu) Emmet McConnell (Manawatu) Darryl Harwood (Horowhenua) Cameron Smith (Pahiatua) Todd Bray (Hawkes Bay) Chris Hay (Wanganui) John Watson (Rangitikei) Clint Worthington (Dannevirke)

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Vegepod Raised Garden Bed Kits give you the best of both worlds The size of a raised garden bed with all the benefits of container gardening and the added versatility of a protective hinged cover that extends the growing seasons and accelerates plant growth.

Garden maintenance is minimal and watering is only required during the early stages of plant growth. Vegepod self watering raised garden beds are simply the easiest way to grow your own vegetables.

Great for the backyard, courtyard and would make a terrific Christmas Gift.

3 sizes starting from only $279 complete.

These are free phones direct to our mobiles.

Office (06) 324 8135 Web www.mylivestock.co.nz

Norfolk Cresent, Feilding Phone (06) 323 7855 Fax (06) 323-4087 Free Phone 0508 HARRISONS 427 747

Manawatu Rural Marketplace GORDYS FLYTRAP FITTING®

advance AUTOMOTIVE Kirstine Laney Service Manager Ph (06) 353 3473 FREEPHONE 0800 895 133

155 Keith Street, Palmerston North Email info@advanceauto.co.nz Web www.advanceauto.co.nz

Available from Farmlands.

UV Protected Polycarbonate.

Fits on any container with a flat surface.

Instructions supplied with the fitting.

$20 plus p&p

GORDYS FLYTRAP FITTING 21 LITCHFIELD ST, BLENHEIM

Email: elaine.gordon@xtra.co.nz www.gordys-flytrap-fitting.com Patented in New Zealand/Australia

Servicing the Lower North Island for all rental equipment

FREEPHONE 0800 447 392 Wellington | Palmerston North www.hireways.co.nz | E: hire@hireways.co.nz

MANAWATU FARMING CLASSIFIEDS Phone 0800 466 793

Animal Health Products

Financial

Public Notices

HIGH CELL Count? Apple Cider Vinegar, Garlic & Manuka Honey 20L $54.95, 200L $495 or 1000L $2,200 +GST with free delivery. Black Type Minerals Ltd. Phone 021 185 1501. www.blacktypeminerals.co.nz.

BANK SAID NO? We specialise in Farm Finance, working capital and debt consolidation. Also welcome applications from property developers, builder’s and first home buyers. Call 0800 888 449 or email bill@gfbl.co.nz.

MAKE SURE you book your site at the 2019 NORTHLAND Field Days in Dargaville! See our website www.northlandfielddays.co.nz for all the details or call us on 09 439 8998.

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MOWERS

RAKES

Limited offer while stocks last!!

TEDDERS

For all Pottinger parts, sales and service - contact us.

Aaron Meurk m: 027 224 7677 | Peter Detmar m: 027 224 7678 | Lucas Nitschke m: 027 224 7679 32 Aorangi Street, Feilding 4740 | p: (06) 323 4117 | e: tractors@trctractors.co.nz

www.trctractors.co.nz * Normal lending criteria and special conditions apply.