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• Advancing sustainable management systems in agriculture and horticulture
  Contains a directory of resources available on sustainable management and aids to help develop a sustainable management programme, along with information about existing programmes. Includes documents on programmes.
  
  
• Ag Weather
  Daily and extended weather forecasts by region across NZ and weather maps. Information on NZ crops and diseases, crop protection and spraying conditions by regions.
  
  
• AgBrief online
  AgBrief is a weekly summary of news in agriculture, horticulture and forestry, with an emphasis on the agribusiness and entrepreneurial approach. AgBrief is made available on an ad hoc basis to Internet users at no charge by e-mail, password-only Internet site or PDF format. A paper copy of AgBrief is available by postal subscription.
  
  
• AGCARM : New Zealand Association for Animal Health and Crop Protection
  AGCARM is the non profit trade association of companies which manufacture, distribute and sell products that keep animals healthy and crops thriving. Member companies are committed to ensuring that these products are used safely, effectively and sustainably. AGCARM's mission is to achieve public awareness and appreciation of our industry's contribution to society by: Promoting the responsible use of animal health and crop protection products as an integral part of high-yield sustainable agriculture. Promoting recognition of the role of high-yield sustainable agriculture in preserving the quality of life including the land and the natural environment. Fostering a regulatory environment responsive to scientific progress and community welfare.Educating the community about our industry's contribution to the quality of life.
  
  
• AGMARDT : the Agricultural and Marketing Research and Development Trust
  The objectives of the Trust are to promote and encourage in New Zealand's interest the agricultural, pastoral, horticultural and forestry industries through: Improved marketing and, where there are market opportunities, increased production.The development of existing and new products; greater efficiency in production, processing and distribution. Research, in relation to these objectives; the training of individuals towards appropriate advanced expertise in these industries. The collection and dissemination of information arising from any research undertaken in pursuance of the foregoing objectives.
  
  
• AgResearch : New Zealand's largest Crown research institute
  AgResearch does scientific research into pastoral, food processing and textiles industries. Includes information about research in the area of: agriculture, dairy farming, animal health, meat safety, biotechnology, biosecurity, genetics and science education.
  
  
• AgResearch NOW
  AgResearch NOW is the quarterly publication of the crown research institute Agresearch. It includes information about their major directions and initiatives, as well as covering significant issues in relevant areas of scientific research. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Agriculture ITO = Rōpū Whakangungu Ahuwhenua Ahumahi
  The Agriculture Industry Training Organisation meets the education and training needs of the farming industry and the supply of water and disposal of wastewater industries. Information the organisation and the services it offers, includes access to publications.
  
  
• Agriculture Research Group on Sustainability
  "An unincorporated joint venture between the Agribusiness Group, Lincoln University, and the University of Otago. It is funded by the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology (FRST) and various industry stakeholders and commenced in October 2003. ARGOS has a mandate to examine the environmental, social and economic sustainability of New Zealand farming systems."
  
  
• Agridata
  Provides information on market data for farmers and businesses involved in buying and selling livestock. Includes information on beef, sheep deer, trends in the market, news and useful resources.
  
  
• Agronomy Society of New Zealand
  ASNZ is a group of scientists, lecturers, students, agricultural and horticultural advisors, company representatives and farmers with an interest in agronomy. Includes information for the guidance of authors contributing papers for publication by the society. Also includes conference information.
  
  
• AgScience : New Zealand Institute of Agricultural & Horticultural Science, Inc
  About NZIAHS, includes conference details, awards and online discussion forum.
  
  
• Agscience
  AgScience, published by the New Zealand Institute for Agricultural Science and the New Zealand Society for Horticultural Science, includes news on agriculture and horticulture from around the country, editorials and feature articles by members plus commentaries by government and overseas researchers and consultants. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• AgVetLink
  AgVetLink is a bimonthly publication of the New Zealand Food Safety Authority's Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Group. It provides information relating to the implementation of the agricultural compounds and veterinary medicines legislation. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• AP bulletin
  AP Bulletin is published by Animal Products Group, New Zealand Food Safety Authority, and is aimed at those involved in processing, transport and exporting of meat and seafood. It contains regular updates on new standards, implementation of legislation, consultation, international agreements, new policies and notifications. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Aquaculture.govt.nz
  Explains the processes of developing a sustainable aquaculture industry in New Zealand. Outlines roles of government and public agencies, planning processes, legislation, regional information and Māori development. Includes news and online publications.
  
  
• Bio Dynamic Farming and Gardening Assoc. in NZ Inc.
  The objects of the Association are to foster, guide and safeguard in New Zealand the biodynamic approach to agriculture, horticulture, forestry and animal husbandry as initiated by Rudolf Steiner. The web site provides information about the Association, biodynamics and Demeter certification.
  
  
• Biological Husbandry Unit, Lincoln University, NZ
  BHU was established in 1976 and in August 2001 was relaunched as the BHU Organics Trust. It is a charitable trust comprising representatives of organisations and farmers involved in organic agriculture and sustainable farming who govern the BHU. Includes information on workshops, grower's calendar, research and information documents in MS Word format.
  
  
• BioNews : news from BioGro New Zealand Ltd
  BioNews is published by Bio-Gro New Zealand. It updates certifited producers and associated members of the organisation with the latest news and views on New Zealand's organic sector and BioGro's current activities. The latest issue only is available in full-text.
  
  
• Biosecurity
  Biosecurity Magazine is published by Biosecurity New Zealand, and provides information about the organisation's biosecurity and animal welfare programmes. Issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Bulletin
  The Bulletin, published by the Environmental Risk Management Authority (ERMA New Zealand), lists applications being processed and the Authority's decisions, as well as other activities under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Buzzwords-- : including Beekeeping in New Zealand
  Introduction to beekeeping via news postings, full text articles and bibliographies (including some about the medicinal properties of manuka honey). Includes information about the varroa outbreak, including a map of infected areas, and the American foulbrood pest.
  
  
• Centre for Environmental Toxicology
  CENTOX was developed in 1999 to combine the expertise available at Lincoln University, Landcare and LincLab into a multidisciplinary research group with toxicological, chemical and ecological expertise. It focuses on ecological effects of agrochemicals and pest control methods, and also now includes environmental effects of hazardous materials.
  
  
• Centre for the Study of Agriculture, Food and Environment
  CSAFE is a multidisciplinary research centre at the University of Otago, working across the Humanities and Science Divisions. Research is targeted at the interface between social and environmental sciences. This interface is explored through the dynamics of agricultural sustainability.
  
  
• Contacts Unlimited
  A New Zealand publishing company that compiles and markets industry specific nationwide trade directories, including the online versions of New Zealand Contacts in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry & Fishing, and Agevents, a calendar of primary industry events.
  
  
• Crop & Food Research = Mana Kai Rangahu
  Company information, research capabilities, products and employment at the New Zealand Institute for Crop and Food Research which is government owned and provides research, technologies and services to support the development of high quality products in the agricultural sector.
  
  
• Crop & Food Research Library
  Access to the library collections at Palmerston North and Lincoln. Includes new book, journal and reading lists.
  
  
• Crops for Southland Inc.
  CFS is a not for profit organisation aiming to improve employment and community wealth through the crop industry. Includes case studies of succesful volunteers and information about bulb growing.
  
  
• Dairy connection
  Dairy Connection is a newsletter published by New Zealand Food Safety Authority that informs key audiences about the issues and developments involved in the regulatory control of dairy products. Produced four times a year in PDF format.
  
  
• Dairy InSight : securing and enhancing dairy farming in New Zealand
  Organisation which co-ordinates and funds activities beneficial to the dairy industry via a levy on its members: dairy farm owners and sharemilkers. Includes information about the history and structure of the organisation, current projects, how to apply for funding for new projects, and the Annual Report 2002/2003.
  
  
• Dexcelink
  Dexcelink is the publication of Dexcel Ltd., and profiles their research, extension and education activities in the area of dairy farming and dairy farm productivity. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Ecolabels and sustainability claims
  Directory developed by the New Zealand Government to improve the availability of information about ecolabels and other sustainability indicators of international products, businesses and organisations.
  
  
• Egg Producers Federation of N.Z. (Inc.)
  Represents the commercial egg producers in New Zealand. Includes information about layer hen farming; industry issues; keeping your own hens; and teacher/student downloads.
  
  
• FarmNews : NZ's magazine for the successful farmer
  Farmnews provides news and information from the New Zealand farming scene. Most information is only available to subscribers. However, the discussion; classified; jobs and real estate pages are free. Links also to Dairy sheep products; New Zealand farming directory; New Zealand Dairy Milk Ltd. and JMC New Zealand.Also available in a print edition.
  
  
• Federated Farmers of New Zealand (Inc.)
  Discusses the history, purpose and the structure of the organisation. Also provides a staff directory, links to subordinate groups within the Federation, speech notes, media releases and an online subscription form. Some sites are only available to members of the Federation.
  
  
• Fencepost.com
  Provides the rural community with access to online services to manage rural business more efficiently, including weather information, industry news, farming advice, market prices.
  
  
• Fert Research
  Detailed information about the New Zealand fertiliser industry and the New Zealand Fertiliser Manufacturers' Research Association (operating under the name Fert Research) is provided at this website. There are links to information about fertiliser and general industry issues; online articles, publications (including "Fertiliser Matters", the Association's official newsletter), regional plan submissions and conference proceedings; resources for schools teaching science, horticulture, biology, economics and geography and a bulletin board.
  
  
• Fieldays
  The New Zealand National Agricultural Fieldays Event is held in June each year on the Mystery Creek Events Centre site. This 87 hectare property is owned by the NZ National Fieldays Society and is located 15km south of Hamilton in the midst of Waikato's agricultural land. In the 30 years since it's inception, Fieldays has grown to be the largest annual trade expo in New Zealand and one of the largest agricultural expos in the world. Any profits made by the Fieldays Society are invested in further development of the Mystery Creek site and the events held there. The site features: the organisation, competitions, exhibitors, products and services. There is a link the Mystery Creek site.
  
  
• Flexible Land Use Alliance
  The alliance represents key players in New Zealand's primary industries and aims to ensure continued language flexibility if a New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) is introduced. Details of members; background to the debate; proposals and recommendations.
  
  
• Fonterra
  New Zealand co-operative dairy company. Includes information about the industry, its history, company products and careers in dairying.
  
  
• Golden Shears 2007 : the world's premier shearing & wool handling championships 1st, 2nd, 3rd March
  Lists a programme of events for the 2007 championships, results of the various competitions from 2004 onwards, entry form/ticket details and contact address.
  
  
• Help Exchange
  A free online listing of organic and non-organic host farms, lodges, B&B, backpacker hostels and others who invite volunteer helpers to stay with them in exchange for free meals and accommodation.
  
  
• High Country Accord
  Organisation representing farmers of Crown pastoral land in the South Island of New Zealand. Promotes economic, environmental and social sustainability in the high country, as well as the development of practical access arrangements for the public.
  
  
• Immunet : researching for health
  Fosters closer collaboration between immunologists at the Dunedin Medical School, Christchurch and Wellington Clinical Schools. Information about research and vaccines, including the New Zealand vaccination schedule. Includes a glossary of New Zealand immunologists and their areas of expertise.
  
  
• In touch / AgResearch
  In Touch is the monthly publication of the crown research institute AgResearch. It covers news about the organisation, including research being carried out by its scientists, and its work with the pastoral, biotechnology and business sectors. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Institute of Natural Resources
  The mission of the Massey University's Institute of Natural Resources (INR) is: To advance knowledge of biophysical systems and understanding of their management, to enable sustainable production and conservation of natural resources. The web site provides a profile of INR and information on staff, courses and research.
  
  
• Journal of organic systems
  Journal of Organic Systems (JOS) aims to encourage communication and research on organic agriculture. All issues available in full-text.
  
  
• Landcorp Farming Ltd.
  Landcorp Farming Limited is a corporate agribusiness and New Zealand's largest farmer. Over 1.5 million stock units of beef cattle, sheep, deer, goats and dairy cows are farmed throughout New Zealand. The web site includes information about staff, the farms, breeding programmes, technology, animal nutrition and marketing. The annual report in also available.
  
  
• lifestyleblock.co.nz
  Information for lifestyle farmers. Resources, hints, events, classifieds.
  
  
• MAF Policy technical paper
  The Technical Papers are published by MAF Policy, are analytical or expository in nature, and each cover an individual topic relating to an aspect of agricultural policy. Issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Main report agricultural letter
  The home page of the Main Report Agricultural Letter. Site provides headlines from the current issue, free weekly emails of the headlines (registration required), selected articles from recent issues, and information on subscribing to the print edition. Archives are available for subscribers to the print edition.
  
  
• Massey University : historical livestock gallery
  Historical images of livestock, agricultural machinery and scenes. Primarily from the collection of Dr F.W. Dry - a foundation lecturer at Massey Agricultural College - as it was then called. It is understood that these slides were used in lectures at Massey University in the early days. Some actually did have dates of late 1800's written on them.
  
  
• Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry = Te Manatū Ahuwhenua, Ngāherehere
  MAF is the ministry responsible for agriculture, horticulture, forestry, safe food, a protected environment, the wise use of the land, the creation of clean, green product and the economic success of those who produce it. The site includes statistics, sustainable farming and schools sections as well as online publications
  
  
• National Beekeepers' Association of New Zealand
  Information about the association, its branches and membership, as well as news items and notices of interest to beekeepers.
  
  
• National Possum Control Agencies
  About the work of the agency in co-ordinating possum control. Includes resources for people in the industry, publications to download or order include material for schools and details of courses available.
  
  
• Network for Women in Dairying
  A network which aims to support, educate and mentor women involved in dairying. Includes details about online networking, conferences, regional meetings, and practical information about dairying.
  
  
• New Zealand & the Pacific in global context : peoples, identities, and environments
  Research centre at the Dept of History, University of Otago, brings together scholars in several disciplines and projects. The research spans the full duration of human settlement and human achievement in the Southern Pacific. Some 30 academic staff and 100 research students are involved. The Hocken Library is affiliated to the theme.
  
  
• New Zealand agricultural heritage
  Agricultural museum at Mystery Creek with a Heritage Village, National Dairy Museum, Fire Museum and other historic information sites. Includes information for teachers and school students, along with blog and diary of events.
  
  
• New Zealand Biological Producers and Consumers Council Inc. (NZBPCC)
  BIO-GRO New Zealand has developed a set of standards for organic production which are internationally recognised and respected. All suppliers of organic product to New Zealand Organics are certified by BIO-GRO, and permitted to use the BIO-GRO trademark. Site lists produce, growers and distributors.
  
  
• New Zealand farmers weekly ; Country-wide
  Home page of Country-Wide Publications Ltd., publisher of New Zealand Farmers Weekly and Country-Wide. Site includes article archives for New Zealand Farmers Weekly, Country-Wide (Northern and Southern eds.), and other Country-Wide publications. The latest meat price schedule, and an "agri-events" calendar, are also available.
  
  
• New Zealand Grassland Association
  The New Zealand Grassland Association provides a forum for farmers and others to gain the latest information on research findings, farming trends and agricultural problems. The site includes information about the Association and the New Zealand Grassland Trust, including a list of publications for sale. Newsletters are available in PDF format.
  
  
• New Zealand journal of agricultural research : an international journal of temperate and subtropical pastoral science : forage, animals, environment
  New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research publishes original research papers on all aspects of animal and pastoral science relevant to temperate and subtropical regions. Subject matter includes soil science, fertilisers, insect pests, plant pathology, weeds, forage crops, management systems, and agricultural economics as well as agronomy and animal science. Contents pages and abstracts are available; some issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• New Zealand Meat Board
  Information about the New Zealand Meat Board's activities to increase the profitability of New Zealand's red meat exports. Includes online annual reports and media releases.
  
  
• New Zealand Sheepbreeders' Association
  The website outlines the history of the Association, lists the Council members, breeders, sheep breeds, latest news and offers a performance recording service.
  
  
• New Zealand Young Farmers
  Young Farmers' Clubs are for farmers aged between 15 and 31. The web site includes information on clubs, exchanges and competitions. National and international links are provided.
  
  
• New Zealand's independent organisation on landcare, sustainable management & biodiversity
  The site of NZ Landcare Trust. Features: information and resources for community groups, publications, a plants and weeds database, and a database of organisations involved in sustainable land management.
  
  
• NZ Agritech Inc.
  New Zealand Agritech Incorporated is a society of New Zealand agricultural technology firms, producing a wide range of products and services to assist the farmer produce more profitably. The strongest feature of New Zealand Agritech companies is the "New Zealand System" of farming based on pasture and grazing. In addition to information about New Zealand Agritech, the web site provides information about products and services, a directory of members, news and links.
  
  
• nzfarming.co.nz
  Includes a farming directory and links to farming news items.
  
  
• NZSAP newsletter
  Newsletter of the New Zealand Society of Animal Production (NZSAP). Covers topical events in animal production in New Zealand, as well as news and activities of the Society. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• nzshearing.com
  Provides information on job vacancies, contractors, competitions and events for sheep shearers. Profiles the New Zealand Shearing Contractors Association.
  
  
• Organic NZ / Soil & Health Association of New Zealand
  The homepage of Organic NZ, the magazine of the Soil & Health Association of New Zealand. Site provides contents pages and full text of two selected articles, for each issue. Links to related sites and information are also available.
  
  
• Organics New Zealand
  Organic Products Exporters of New Zealand Inc. (OPENZ) is a network of businesses, research institutions, consultancies and certifying agencies that was formed in 1995 with support from the New Zealand Trade Development Board (Trade NZ). OPENZ's focus is to help members sell their organic products internationally and on the domestic market. The website features: products, members, news, information, publications, surveys and newsletters. It also has a German language option. The links page is extensive.
  
  
• Project Green
  Presents information for the sustainable production of sheep, beef cattle, deer and goat supply.
  
  
• Rural bulletin
  Rural Bulletin is an electronic journal published by Rural Women New Zealand for the rural sector in New Zealand. It is intended to achieve a flow of information between rural people and government. It is also available by email, in both PDF and Microsoft Word formats. All issues are available online in full-text.
  
  
• Rural news
  A daily feed of the latest news and information, weather, agri-politics and market prices for the New Zealand rural and agriculture communities. Includes an events calendar and forums.
  
  
• Rural Women New Zealand : strengthening rural communities
  RNZ is the main forum for the exchange of information on rural health, education, social issues and land issues for rural women and has branches throughout New Zealand. Site includes a directory of members' businesses, publications and calendar of events.
  
  
• SciQuest : access to science and continuing professional development
  Gateway to veterinary, animal and agricultural science. Provides free access to tables of content pages for many journals (e.g. New Zealand Veterinary Journal) including past issues. Access to the full text available by subscription or pay per view.
  
  
• Small Kiwi farms : your directory of information and resources for small block farmers in New Zealand
  Directory of information on farming related resources.
  
  
• Smallfarming New Zealand
  The Association was formed in 1978 and since then has been active in providing information and advice for small farmers via the Internet, field days, publications and conferences. The site provides information on the Association, membership, branches and events. A subject index to the Smallfarmer magazine is available, also links to members' web pages, and other sites.
  
  
• Tamarillo : fruit for life from New Zealand
  Website for growers of Tamarillos in New Zealand. Includes information on events, growing tamarillios, the history of the industry and recipes.
  
  
• Taratahi : specialists in land-based education : Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre
  A rural education centre, offering training in agriculture, forestry and horticulture skills on both a part-time and a full-time basis.
  
  
• Training courses for land-based careers
  The National Trade Academy provides a range of courses to gain the practical skills and knowledge in agriculture, forestry and horticulture.
  
  
• Tussock grassland management information system
  Provides information about the ecology and management of the tussock grasslands of New Zealand. Brings together information from many different sources for easy access by land managers, policy makers, researchers and other interested groups.
  
  
• Waiheke, island of wine
  Information about Waiheke Island's climate, soil, geology, grape varieties and local vinyards. Also includes wine related news, events, tourist information and a photo gallery.
  
  
• Waikato Honey Research Unit
  Part of Biological Sciences of the School of Science and Technology at the University of Waikato. The web pages feature the Honey Research Unit's research activities, and provide information on the nature of honey and its medicinal properties.
  
  
• Wellington Beekeepers Association Inc. home page
  Has information about the club and its activities including newsletters; reports; stories and classified advertisements. Also has tips and advice and information about diseases and pests.
  
  
• WWOOF New Zealand : living and learning-- the organic way
  Information about the WWOOF programme of volunteer work opportunities on NZ organic farms, including listings of both hosts and volunteer workers.
  
  
• www.2farm.co.nz
  Practical information about pasture-based farming for those who own a 'small farm'.