Feature Articles
With pasture playing such an important role in milk production, pasture renewal remains a key farm input and a good investment. In this month’s feature articles, you’ll find a run down on seed treatment, seed mixes and real-life experiences to answer any questions you might have.
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Yard Talk
RD1 Livestock has grown in reputation and size significantly from year to year. Our major strength is the quality of agents that we have servicing the rural community; agents with experience and a good reputation.
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Free facial eczema spore count reports
As you know, every year during the summer months facial eczema (FE) is a major threat to animal health and productivity. At RD1, we're armed to help you prepare for the FE season ahead.
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Caltex for your agricultural equipment
The full range of Caltex oil and lubricants are now in stock at RD1; check out the hot deals on Caltex products.
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Plenty of Alto options for Autumn
Good news for Alto fans - there are now three RD1 Pasture Packs available with this proven and popular diploid perennial ryegrass for autumn sowing.
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Country Mile Vitality
Specifically formulated to meet the higher energy needs required of sporting, working or show dogs, Vitality contains more calories to match the increase in energy levels so that dogs can perform at their finest.
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Feed Talk
Mike Borrie, RD1 Nutrition Operations Manager, will share market information through these regular articles throughout the year.
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Sign up for RD1 Partnerships online!
RD1 Account holders, you can now sign up for RD1 Partnerships online! Just another service to make working with us even easier.
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Insuring new pastures against the cost of failure
Few would take to the road in a new vehicle without first making sure they had adequate insurance cover in case of an accident. Agricote seed treatment applies exactly the same principle...
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The Time Capsule - effective facial eczema prevention
What is the Time Capsule? The Agri-feeds Zinc Time Capsule is a controlled release zinc bolus that protects ruminant animals against facial eczema (FE).
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Bell-Booth's FE prevention programme
Bell-Booth provides solutions to help prevent facial eczema (FE) in your herd while maintaining milk production.
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A conference by farmers, for farmers
Dairy farmers from across the country are invited to participate in the NZ Dairy Business Conference, the 43rd annual event hosted by the New Zealand Large Herds Association and Altum.
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Which endophyte is right for your farm?
Endophyte has a significant effect on the longevity and health of your new perennial ryegrass pasture.
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Shogun - a game changer
An exciting new hybrid ryegrass from Agriseeds will change the way farmers use hybrids in their pasture systems. Shogun will be commercially available for the first time this autumn.
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Summer Blends
With RD1 Nutrition, you can effectively blend any product in our range, at rates that you want. Our blending service is available out of Tauranga or New Plymouth.
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Clingseal cuts winter feed costs
Agpac Clingseal is a new clamp sheet that sits directly beneath traditional black silage sheeting where it clings to the forage surface to help prevent air pockets which reduces spoilage losses in the clamp.
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Prep for success - establishing new pasture
Renewing pasture can be an expensive process, so you want to make sure you get the best results for your money. Ideally you should begin 6-18 months before the new pasture is sown.
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Record number of entries for NZDIA
With 525 entries for the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards (NZDIA) in 2012, the competition is really gaining momentum and recognition within the industry.
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