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With the farming year winding down, crops harvested, livestock sold, cows dried off and fruit picked, farmers and growers can take a well-earned break. That should also be accompanied by a long sigh of relief enduring a season spanning one of the biggest crises the world has ever faced, while their role in our economy is more viable and valued than ever before.
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Recording, reporting and possibly a resource consent are needed under new rules about to come into effect. Under nitrogen (N) cap rules starting in July, dairy farmers need to record and report N fertiliser applications, and obtain a resource consent if they cannot meet N fertiliser caps.
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Fuel is a key cost to any business. With your Ruralco Cards you’ll consistently save at least 12c* per litre off the listed pump price, with no volume limits, at over 300 fuels sites nationwide, ensuring a continuous supply of fuel wherever you are. With a single monthly billing system, you save time, money and get a clear view of your monthly fuel consumption.
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For the past 14 years the Ruralco Longbeach Coastal Challenge, a partnership between the Longbeach School and Hinds and District Lions, has been a mainstay of the Mid Canterbury events calendar. The event attracts competitive athletes, weekend warriors, recreational runners and enthusiastic children and families. To date the event has raised over $300,000 – all of which has been donated to the community.
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This year’s South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) is particularly welcome after the difficulties and cancellation last year due to the covid lockdown. Interest in the popular event is sharp, with a solid array of sponsors supporting an entertaining and informative range of speakers over the two day event.
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If there’s one thing aphids like, apart from feeding on young wheat and barley seedlings, it’s warm weather. Temperature makes all the difference to the life cycle of this tiny, potentially costly insect pest.
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Healthy, functioning soil — the basis of food and fibre production — is of great interest to farmers and landowners.
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The autumn period like last year has produced a consistent spell of warmer weather. With only a couple of light frosts, the soil temperature has remained up, with consistent growth rates for all crops and pasture where consistent irrigation was available.
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For the next 3 months, we will look at the following: Autumn sown arable crops, barley grass control in pasture and weed control in lucerne.
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Split the payment over three months for larger purchases with Dan Cosgrove, Ensol & FMC.Simply advise the participating supplier that you would like to split your payment. Your invoice will then be split into three equal interest-free payments over the following three months.
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