Did you know soy (or soya bean) is one of the richest and cheapest forms of protein in the world? Plant Research (NZ) Ltd are currently working on an exciting soy crop trial alongside Cates with the goal of growing this highly versatile crop locally. Plant Research (NZ) Ltd commenced the research programme to identify […]
Nutrient losses due to leaching commonly occurs when soils are wet and draining, often after summer crops have been harvested heading into winter. Cover or catch crops are often used as a mitigation tool for nitrate leaching, however the challenge is to plant a crop which actively grows during the wetter and colder months. Cates […]
Cates have been a part of the Stoddart family’s farming model for 39 years. Over the years they have grown a variety of crops including grasses, clover, peas and wheat. “We’ve maintained a long working relationship with Cates and this is due to their wealth of knowledge , the expertise of the team, their professionalism […]
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