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Machinery & Transport
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Hedging your bets
Thursday, 26 April 2012
There’s a lot to think about when you own land, and new small block owners soon discover it takes time to understand and deal with all the chores associated with owning even a small acreage.
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All out in the wash
Thursday, 26 April 2012
City slickers, who seldom have to worry about water shortages, can sing, “rain, rain go away, come back another day” to their heart’s content but in the country it’s another matter.
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Choose your tractor with care
Friday, 15 July 2011
Yet again New Zealand National Agricultural Fieldays 2011 highlighted advances in technology which seem to affect everything from general farm equipment to computerised soil testing and everything in between.
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Clean, maintain, upgrade tools
Friday, 15 July 2011
Today’s farmers are better off than they’ve ever been when it comes to farm machinery and equipment.
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New Nissan 'cash cow' has the right feel
Friday, 16 October 2009
If the ‘Qashqai’ badge is the only thing people struggle with about this new mid-size Nissan, then it’s got to be a good thing.
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Safety on tractors
Monday, 20 July 2009
It’s important to keep in mind certain safety points when using a tractor. Make sure the front and rear of the tractor are balanced. Add extra weight to the rear of the tractor if you’re lifting something heavy in front - it will keep the rear tyres on the ground. The same goes for the front.
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Buying a tractor
Monday, 20 July 2009
Buying a tractor, new or used, could be a significant investment. If you are about to purchase your first tractor the sheer amount of information can be confusing.
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Four wheeled safety tips
Monday, 20 July 2009
A quad bike is one of many types of powered quadracycle, invaluable for New Zealand farmers with their versatility and manoeuvrability.
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Farm bike skills
Monday, 20 July 2009
It is important you have a thorough knowledge of the way your bike operates before you start riding it.
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Choosing the right tool for the right job
Monday, 20 July 2009
Besides the basic tools required for animal health and feeding, and maintaining your fences there are other important applications at a lifestyle block that need special tools and machinery. Below are some helpful tips for lifestylers.
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How to choose a tractor
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
Buying a tractor, new or used, could be a significant investment. When you’re considering the options, you’ll probably be overwhelmed with the sheer volume of information available and if you’ve never purchased a tractor before, all that information can be confusing.
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Sumitomo Dash 5 provides impressive fuel savings
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
From the point of view of the environment, the Sumitomo SH210 Dash 5 gives new meaning to the words ‘fuel efficiency’ where savings of 20% are achieved in comparison with conventional models including the Sumitomo-3.
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Four wheeled safety
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
A quad bike is one of many types of powered quadracycle and are invaluable for New Zealand farmers with their versatility and manoeuvrability.
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Right tool for the right job
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
Having the right tools for the job can make all the difference. But if you’re new to the rural lifestyle - it could be confusing. We’ve found a list of some basics to get you started.
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Staying safe on your farm equipment
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
Safety on and around your farm equipment must always be a priority. www.acc.govt.nz has some very useful information on avoiding serious injury while working on your block.
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