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Agronomy

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Ravensdown Agronomy is a leading provider of agronomy services in New Zealand.

NZ-designed testing method unlocks healthy soil

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A study arising from a partnership with Ravensdown, AgResearch and Ngāi Tahu Farming, has created a benchmark approach to testing the health of soils.

Environmental Policy

Ravensdown's environmental policy is based on the principle of sustainable management of natural and physical resources.

Drought Recovery '24

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When dry conditions wreak havoc on pasture growth, and there seems like there is little you can do, it is time to turn your thoughts to how feed can be quickly generated once the drought eventually breaks.

Ground Effect - autumn 2023

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With 2022 now in the rearview mirror, we look forward with optimism to the new year that is 2023. However, it remains clear that New Zealand farmers will continue to feel under a great deal of pressure.

Bridging the gap between science and farming

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Georgia Higinbottom is the 2023 recipient of Ravensdown’s Hugh Williams Memorial Scholarship.

Reducing emissions with coastal shipping

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The MV Rangitata has made her maiden New Zealand voyage carrying product for Ravensdown – reducing CO₂ emissions by an estimated 39 tonne when compared to moving the same volume of product by road.

It's all about attitude!

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The move from tourism to farming has not only led to a change in career for Thomas Lundman, 25, but a new long-term goal of combining the two. In just his second season in the industry, Thomas is the 2022 Bay of Plenty Dairy Trainee of the Year. He entered the Dairy Industry Awards for the first time last season after just months in the industry, and surprised himself by coming second. The self-proclaimed perfectionist is not putting himself under pressure to win the national title.

SIDE 2022

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If you're looking to attend SIDE 2022, we have a $100 discount available for the first 20 shareholders to register with us. Check out how to receive the discount below.

Inglewood Young Farmer always asking questions

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The future of farming looks bright for young people, if you ask Inglewood dairy farmer Matt McDougall.

EcoPond showcase introduces practical methane mitigation

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Agsector leaders enjoyed the showcase of new methane-mitigating technology at Lincoln University Research Dairy Farm yesterday.

Ground Effect - Spring 2021

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Welcome to the 13th edition of Ground Effect from Ravensdown

Farmer-owned co-operatives need farmer-centred Boards

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Former Ravensdown Board member Scott Gower is calling for farmers to step up and stay active in participating on boards of their co-operatives despite more demands being placed on farmers’ time.

Keeping you safe while visiting our sites

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Health, safety, and environmental management are often seen as areas where the fertiliser co-operatives can lead and promote safer workplaces for all within our industry. Over the course of the last 18 months, Ravensdown and Ballance have been reviewing site safety and environmental risks, specifically those related to people and vehicle movements on our sites, along with product handling.

Ravensdown appoints new Western North Island Regional Manager

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Ravensdown has announced the appointment of Steve Belton to take over as Regional Manager, Western North Island following the retirement of long-serving employee Mike Davey.

Two sides to the Western Sahara story

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Farmer co-operative Ravensdown has granted access to Moller Park for a small group wanting to express their opinion about the arrival of legally sourced, essential phosphate rock in Dunedin.

Future of New Zealand agriculture in good hands

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Smarter farming co-operative Ravensdown has launched a second intake to its development programme after an increasing number of talented applicants.

New directors to help push for smarter farming

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Agri-environment expert Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, farmer Nicola Hyslop and governance and e-commerce leader David Biland have joined Ravensdown’s board of directors it was announced at the co-operative’s 2019 annual meeting in Lincoln.

Ravensdown takes big picture view on new carbon target

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Co-operation at the heart of Kiwi business

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As we celebrate the International Day of Co-operatives on 6 July, it’s worth pausing to consider the benefits of this way of organising a business.