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Foundation for Arable Research (NZ)

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00:20:04

Strip till and no-till maize research

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2020/12/05

Alison Stewart and David Densley, FAR’s new senior maize researcher, discuss strip-till and no-till maize establishment systems and outline some December 2020 North Island maize events.

00:16:23

How do you make the most of irrigation?

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2020/11/28

What is deficit irrigation? Is variable rate irrigation a good investment? FAR Environmental Researcher, Dirk Wallace, talks to Alison Stewart about how to ensure your maximising the value of irrigation on your farm.

00:16:12

Growers Leading Change…helping arable farmers help...

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2020/11/21

FAR, with support from MPI’s SFFF has recently launched a $2.4 million extension project called Growers Leading Change. Project Leader Anna Heslop talks to Alison Stewart about how it was formed, what it aims to achieve and how growers can get involved. Find out more.

00:23:16

Arable Road Trip - November

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2020/11/14

This week’s road trip calls in to Waikato and Rangitikei in the North Island and then down to Mid and South Canterbury.

00:17:10

Freshwater, Greenhouse Gases & Farm Environment Plans

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2020/11/07

There’s a lot going in the freshwater, greenhouse gas and farm environment plan compliance space. In this episode, Farm Systems Research Manager Diana Mathers outlines the work that FAR is doing to help growers understand and meet some of the incoming requirements.

00:29:43

Federated Farmers Arable: Action plan

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2020/10/31

New Federated Farmers Arable Chair Colin Hurst talks to Alison Stewart about opportunities arable for what he hopes to achieve during his three year term.

00:35:03

Regen ag, cover crops and arable systems…does it work?

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2020/10/24

Leeston arable farmer and regen ag proponent David Birkett is back, talking to Alison Stewart about how he uses cover crops to improve soil quality on his farm.

00:25:31

Managing diseases of beet and radish seed crops

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2020/10/17

Alison Stewart and Phil Rolston discuss the emerging impacts of diseases of vegetable seeds on international markets, and outline management options in the field, with a focus on protecting fungicides against the development of resistance.

00:20:49

Irrigation and grass seed crops

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2020/10/11

How much water do grass seed crops need? When are the critical application times? Can you over-water? What happens if they don’t get enough? FAR’s Herbage Research Manager, Richard Chynoweth, explains that grass seed crops need water at both ends of the growing season, first to form and then to fill seed heads. He also outlines the benefits of soil moisture monitoring.

00:29:04

Arable road trip - October

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2020/10/03

Each month Cut the Crop! takes an on-air road trip, stopping off with FAR growers in the regions to find out what’s on their minds. This month, we’re with Chris Dillon in Gore, Earl Worsfold in Darfield, Simon White in Otane and Graeme Austin in the Waikato, talking about irrigation, snow, environmental regulation and a whole host of other interesting stuff.

00:23:20

Drone flies for pollination – what’s the buzz?

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2020/09/26

How much do bees like radish and carrot seed crops? Are there any other options to add to the pollination mix? In the episode, we talk to Brad Howlett from Plant & Food Research about the role of alternative pollinators, and some SIRC funded research which is focusing on DIY drone fly delivery services.

00:29:58

Agtech, tools and toys – what works for arable?

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2020/09/19

FAR’s Technology research and extension manager, Allister Holmes, outlines his role and some of the projects he’s working on across a range of North and South Island crops. He also discusses some of the challenges involved in making the best use of farm data, and how they are being dealt with here and overseas.

00:24:57

Regenerative arable – soil and profit!

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2020/09/12

Arable farmer David Birkett explains that the regenerative agriculture label can encompass everything from organic to conventional systems, and outlines his regen ag goal of developing a system to protect the soil and reduce synthetic inputs while maintaining yield and profit. He also notes that while regen ag is being promoted as the latest thing, many of its approaches are quite traditional.

00:14:48

Nailing your grass seed closing dates

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2020/09/05

FAR herbage researcher Richard Chynoweth explains why Italian and perennial grasses need different treatment, the importance of grazing and silage cutting heights, and how using your eyes instead of your calendar to make final decisions can make a big difference to your final seed yields. He also has a warning about keeping all traffic to tramlines in seed crops. Read more in Cropping Strategies: Closing date in ryegrass seed crops

00:19:21

pH, lime and spreader technology

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2020/08/29

Uneven lime spreading can add to paddock and crop yield variability. Allister Holmes talks to Alison Stewart about what the research has shown about just how variable lime spreading can be within a single paddock, and what can be done to ensure more uniform application. Read more: X125 Reducing variability in lime application by ground spreaders

00:19:51

Spring nitrogen for grass seed crops

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2020/08/22

Soil N test results are all over the place this spring. In this episode, FAR’s Richard Chynoweth discusses N testing, N-use efficiency and how it all impacts on grass seed yields. He also touches on liquid N and fertigation, foliar testing and a whole lot more! Resources: FAR Strategy Issue 5 - Nitrogen in Perennial Ryegrass Seed Crops

00:22:22

How to grow a good crop of peas

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2020/08/15

Paddock selection, planting speed and harvest drum settings will all affect seed pea yield and quality. Adrian Russell from Plant Research (NZ) Ltd reminds Alison Stewart how important it is to get the basics right and outlines some interesting pea breeding projects that are underway. www.cutthecrop.co.nz

00:33:14

Arable road trip - August 2020

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2020/08/08

This month, we’re with Henry Callaghan in Fairlie, Matt McEvedy in Southbridge, Bill Webb in Te Puke and David Wordsworth in Dargaville, talking about contracts for seed and spring grain crops, conditions for spring sowing and preparation for maize, labour availability and the impact of the recent flooding in Northland. www.cutthecrop.co.nz

00:34:13

Taking hemp from paddock to plate

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2020/08/01

The Brothers Green supply a range of hemp based foods via mainstream supermarkets, whole food stores and on-line. Founders Brad Lake and Brendon McIntosh have taken just three and a half year to develop their products, set up a company to contract farmers to grow the hemp, and build a plant to process it. They’re a great example of how guts and passion can add a whole new crop and product to the value chain. www.cutthecrop.co.nz

00:11:24

Maize options for the South Island

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2020/07/25

Is maize silage a viable crop option for South Island growers? What about maize grain? Chris Sanders, Agronomist for Corson Maize, outlines the pros and cons, noting that it’s all about maturity times and making sure there’s a market for your crop. www.cutthecrop.co.nz

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