Environment

Farming for the future in the deep south

7 February 2022

A shared passion for farming and providing high-quality nutrition to the world is the driving force behind a Southland family’s approach to farming. Ravensdown visited shareholders Jolene and Hadleigh Germann’s property near Ōtautau to get the low-down on how they have reduced environmental impacts on farm and their involvement in a large-scale catchment group.

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Environment, The Experts

Preserving profits a balancing act

7 February 2022

Intentionally reducing the amount of feed eaten might feel counter-intuitive to most farmers aiming to preserve or grow their farm’s profitability.

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Environment, The Experts

Massey University short courses deliver wins

7 February 2022

With the increased requirement for robust, professional advice around nutrient management and environmental protection on-farm, Ravensdown has made a commitment to upskilling staff in Farm Environment Plan (FEP) guidance via Massey University’s short course offerings.

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Environment, The Experts

Forestry offers balancing solution to livestock emissions

7 February 2022

Forestry, pastoral livestock farming and their supply chains are complements.

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