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Seeking grower input
Want to have more of a say in how FAR operates in Canterbury? We’re looking for growers to join the Mid-Canterbury (MC) and Northern South Island (NSI) Arable Research Groups (ARGs). ARGs work with FAR to guide research and extension delivery within their region. Each of FAR’s seven ARGs includes up to 11 growers and up to five appointed members (usually from industry). They meet three or four times a year to share regional ideas and information and discuss research and extension projects. ...
Saving cost though input application efficiency
With concerns about fuel and fertiliser prices increasing, FAR Technology Manager Chris Smith has some tips for doing your best to use inputs as efficiently as possible. ...
Full steam ahead for 2026 New Zealand Arable Awards
Planning for the 2026 New Zealand Arable Awards is well underway...all we need now are your nominations....
Reducing reliance on herbicide
A large-scale research project is establishing a diverse and sustainable toolkit of weed management strategies for cropping farmers in the face of rising rates of herbicide resistance. ...
2026 harvest adversity recognised by government
The Government has classified the past few months' of challenging weather conditions in Canterbury, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne/Tairāwhiti, as a medium-scale adverse event....
Do solar and batteries stack up for arable?
A number of arable farmers are partnering in a Government project exploring the use of solar and batteries on New Zealand farms....
Early detection of brown marmorated stink bug confirms surveillance strength
A single male brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) has been detected in a surveillance trap in Ōrākei, Auckland. The find was made on Tuesday 3 February, during routine monitoring....
Seeking arable participants for Beef + Lamb survey
Beef + Lamb New Zealand are seeking South Island mixed finishing farms to include in their national Sheep and Beef Farm survey. The survey links physical production with financial returns and the capital structure of farms. ...
Free herbicide resistance testing
Arable growers worried that some weeds in their crops may have developed herbicide resistance can now get the suspected plants tested for free. Find out how you can take part here....