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Foliar fertiliser means spraying water-soluble nutrients directly onto plant leaves. In effect, it’s like a quick “vitamin boost” through the foliage. Research has long shown that leaves can absorb nutrients via stomata (tiny pores), cuticle and leaf hairs. So foliar feeding bypasses the soil and gives plants nutrients within hours. According to soil scientist Dr Gordon Rajendram, foliar sprays “deliver nutrients exactly when and where they’re needed” during cooler weather (1). Why It Works in Winter

‘Your Place’, the creative theme of Fieldays 2025, highlights the impact that Fieldays has not only on agriculture in the Southern Hemisphere but also globally. Taking place at Mystery Creek from Wednesday to Saturday, the event will attract attendees, including farmers, industry professionals, international delegates and exhibitors. “When we started planning this year’s event, ‘Your Place’ was developed from the feeling of ownership that our visitors and exhibitors feel. There are people who have supported and loved this

The off-season is the perfect window to take stock of your farm’s equipment—and your refrigeration systems should be at the top of the list. With the pressure of peak milking out of the way, now is the ideal time to have your farm refrigeration checked and serviced by the experts at JSR. A well-maintained refrigeration system is vital to keeping your milk chilled quickly and efficiently, meeting quality standards and helping you avoid costly penalties. Over

The Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event opens its gates next week with a strong number of international delegates, ambassadors and exhibitors in attendance. The interest signals a strong rebound on international travel and a growing interest in Aotearoa New Zealand as a world-class provider of agricultural products and innovation. In a notable first, the German Pavilion, a collaborative initiative led by the German-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce and IFWexpo Heidelberg, and backed by Germany’s Federal Ministry