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It’s also been a year during which the benefits of farming in New Zealand have been richly appreciated, and vital sub-sectors of the primary economy (such as aquaculture) have received a great prognosis for further growth.

For the team here at Waikato Farming Lifestyles it’s been a landmark year as well. We’ve brought you twelve months of rural news, opinion, new scientific developments, and stories about real Kiwi people working the land, and we hope you’ve enjoyed reading our publication just as much as we’ve enjoyed producing it.

We’ve met some real characters in 2012, and though our stories and pictures we’ve introduced you to their unique lifestyles. Some have adopted new livestock, new practices or new technology to expand what we think of as ‘New Zealand Farming’. Others have been preserving our heritage, reviving traditional crafts, or finding interesting new ways to farm smarter. Some you might even know as neighbours and friends!

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Jeanne and John moved to New Zealand 32 years ago with a determination to live their dream. They had grown up on farms and were set on a rural lifestyle but buying a farm in Holland at that time was expensive.

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Each cheese is a journeyJeanne with Saanen newborn twins

From happy, healthy goats to delicious cheese

John and Jeanne van Kuyk from Aroha Organic Goat Cheese say they don’t just make cheese — ‘each cheese is a little journey’, say the artisan cheesemakers, beginning with organic soils and pastures, from healthy girls to happy milking with a delicious organic cheese at the end.

After working themselves up the share milking ladder, in 1990 they bought a small dairy farm in Waihou where they milked cows at first and also had a few mohair goats as a hobby.

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“The Saanen girls from Switzerland are laid back and the Nubians of the Middle East and North Africa are more social. Saanens have a double coat for the colder months whereas the Nubians love the heat.”

The farm has been Bio Gro certified organic for 12 years and conforms to MPI as well as NZ Specialist Cheesemakers Association regulations.

They began making organic and GE free cheeses for the market in 2004 and with no knowledge of cheesemaking, Jeanne enlisted the help of friend and artisan cheesemaker in Holland.

“There were no courses in those days so we did it all by email. Nowadays there are lots of ways you can learn.”

Milking is twice a day and the milk from both breeds is mixed together to bring substance to the cheese.

The Saanen produce a high quantity of milk but with low milk solids (protein and fat), whereas the Nubians have high solids but lower milk production.

“Our cheese making is a total ‘hands-on’ approach — the cheese is made as naturally as it can be, with vegetable rennet and edible rinds. There are no electrical processes used in the actual cheese making process, apart from pasteurisation which is still legally required.”

Goat’s milk is full of healthy enzymes, vitamins and Omegas 3 and 6, is more easily digested than cows’ milk and found to be beneficial to children with bronchial, allergic or colic conditions.

“We have customers with allergies to cow’s milk so it’s great that they can eat cheese again.”

They produce traditional Dutch Gouda cheese, plain and nine herbal flavours including Stinging Nettle, Fenugreek, Cumin and Pepperazzi as well as a Nutty-Nanny with roasted walnuts.

There is a waiting list for the artisan cheeses which take four weeks to make and are sold all over the country.

“Because we farm in accordance to nature we don`t produce any cheeses during June and July when our girls are on maternity leave.”

In a project close to their hearts, Jeanne and John look set to become the first in NZ to be awarded raw milk cheese certification, a project they have been working on with MPI for over two years.

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Mr Guest added that the RMA was never about environmental protection and said its functions included ‘managing the use, development, and protection of natural and physical resources in a way, or at a rate, which enables people and communities to provide for their social, economic, and cultural wellbeing, and for their health and safety’.

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Applying trace elements directly to land to overcome deficiencies has been practised in New Zealand since the 1930s. Early examples include cobalt (Co) to cure ‘bush sickness’ in sheep, selenium (Se) to improve animal fertility, and molybdenum (Mo) to improve fixation of atmospheric nitrogen (N) by clover.

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Application of the ‘Body of Knowledge’ as Important as new research and developmentIn my monthly column I often remind people about how research and development is the only way to achieve long term, sustainable competitive advantage. What is often not stated, however, is that this is predicated on consistently and correctly applying the current best practice or body of knowledge. If this is not done, optimal outcomes will be compromised (at best), or even destroyed, by poor execution or poor quality.

Of the vast body of existing knowledge and best practice in forestry in New Zealand, how much is actually being applied by the industry now?

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A satisfied customer in Hamilton has been using Septi-Cure™ for three years. He says this allows them to have an odour-free septic tank with low maintenance costs. He also says that his service person is amazed at how well Septi-Cure™ works, keeping their tank in very good condition.

Problematic septic tanks – treat with Septi-Cure™.Prevent septic system problems – treat with Septi-Cure™.For Septi-Cure™- Call: 0800-109-202Website: www.ecoworld.co.nzAlso Available in Farmlands

EPa aPProvEd FuEl StoragE tankS Certified fabriCator of ePa aPProved fuel storage tanks

www.mainline.net.nz0800 TANKS-4-U

(0800 826 574)

Manufacturers of chook houses, grain silos, dog kennels &

carriers, hayracks, farm fuel tanks & general sheetmetal work

Est 1987

aCCessories• Filters & Elements • Meters • Hose & Tails• Dipsticks• Ball Valve Covers• Nozzles• Hazchem Signage

OverheAd TANKS

Petrol/diesel•590to1950L•Singleanddualcompartment

tank – 3mmmildsteel•Sandblasted&epoxypainted•Legs,ladder&stays,hotdipgalvanised•Containmentbundstosuit(soldseparately)•Someassemblyrequired

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ON GrOUNd/BUlK TANKS

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Latestcompliancefeaturesavailablein:700L,1100L,1350Land1900Lunits3xpumpoptions:k3handpump,12voltelectric,WX15honda.

1900LdieSeLTraiLerTankTanks priced from $2,290.00 + gst

dieSel TrAiler TANKS

Priced from $4,990 +gst and orC

Ph 0800 355 544

Ring Walco NOW for your neareststockist of these fantastic machines

From 70 litre causmag spreader to the T1300 Twin spinnerPTO spreader, Walco have your every need covered.Purchase a Walco spreader and we’ll give youPEACE of MIND with:

Make Your Grass Grow withWalco have the Spreader to suit YOUR needs.

From 70 litre causmag spreader to the T1300 Twin spinner

Make Your Grass Grow with needs.

www.walcospreaders.com

Glass/Plastic Jars& Bottles

Also containers for lotions, sprays, creams, oils, aromatherapy, homeopathy etc in both glass & plastic.

NZ’s largest stock lines, no order too small

Arthur Holmes Ltd.Buy from our online catalogue,

or for a free colourful catalogue contact:

www.arthurholmes.co.nz or [email protected] 0508 894 103

Modern BottlersFarmers markets are springing up across

the country, and with them has come a revival in bottling of fruits and vegetables.

Arthur Holmes Ltd is a family firm which this year celebrates 102 years in business, wholesalers of New Zealand’s largest range of glass and plastic jars and bottles for food, oil, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, scientific, herbal and homeopathic businesses, and all types of cottage industries.

“We specialise in supplying small quantities of quality jars and bottles and their respective closures, says managing director, Rick Holmes.

“Additional closures can be ordered

individually, and there’s no minimum purchase requirement.

“Preserving jars and bottles are our mainstay and these have had a marked increase in sales in recent years. Many of our customers now sell in the frequent weekend farmers’ markets.

“Today preserving is so much easier. Gone are the days of seals and bands. The modern cap now has a built-in rubber compound which when hot filled creates a vacuum once it has cooled, the twist finish allows the cap to be opened by braking the vacuum.”

Arthur Holmes Ltd supplies over 20,000 customers.


GREENMOUNT LLAMA TREKSHosts: Bob & Sandy Dawson Piopio, Waitomo. PH: 0064 7 877 8297 www.greenmountllamas.co.nz

Wander the spectacular hills of the King Country with your friendly guides and gentle llama, and enjoy genuine kiwi hospitality with homemade treats and delicious NZ wines. Treks can be tailormade to suit all ages and abilities from 2 hours to an entire day, with morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea to suit. ‘Back to Basics’ accomodation is available in a romantic bush setting.Your friendly hosts Bob & Sandy have called this property home for more Your friendly hosts Bob & Sandy have called this property home for more than 30 years and can’t wait to share their knowledge and passion for the beautiful countryside with you.For more information contact us or visit our website.Bookings are essential.

GREENMOUNT LLAMA TREKS

Richmond Villas Offersn �Family owned and operated villas priced from $320,000 - weekly fee $90 n Two and

three bedroom villas with designs for everyone’s taste and budget n The upgraded Thames hospital nearby n Active residents committee organising events and fun

Richmond Villas is the perfect location for your new lifestyle choice! This retirement village is adjacent to shops, amenities and healthcare facilities, providing safety, security and a friendly atmosphere.

It’s all aboutIt’s all aboutIt’s all aboutIt’s all aboutIt’s all aboutIt’s all about

loving the lifestyleloving the lifestyleloving the lifestyleA range of Villas are still available.

APARTMENTSFOR SALEwith stunning views over Thames.

82 Richmond St, THAMES 0800 868 5484 www.richmondvillas.co.nz

New Roofs Re-Roofs/ALTeRATIoNs

www.westgateroofing.co.nz

Building a Spec home or new family home? Replacing your roof or spouting?

Thinking of having a car port built? Need somewhere to store your farming equipment?

We supply and install metal tile products, long run roofing products, wall cladding, fascia and Continuous Spouting.

Westgate have also ventured into erecting steel buildings as distributors for Fair Dinkum Sheds.

The wealth of knowledge that is available from Murray and his staff makes people feel confident that they’ve made the right decision.

Phone today for a FREE QUOTE [email protected] 850 9407

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See us for all your communication needs

RichaRdson communications Limited25 Devon Road, Frankton, Hamilton 320407 957 8191 or 0800 947 4266 or [email protected]

Motorola CP476 radio(80 PRS channels and 5 programmable UHF channels and comes complete with charger)

Offer available through to 31-12-2012

for only

$445+GSTOnly authorised Motorola Premier Dealer in greater Waikato, King Country areas.


Agricultural Spraying and Fertiliser Applications, Hunting and Fishing Trips, Flight Training, Scenic Flights

Free Quotes0800 HELIHIRE (435 444)[email protected]

Book your 2013 Roar trip now.Te Urewera and

Whirinaki.

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where fun liveswhere fun lives

where fun liveswhere fun lives

Authorised deAler

www.lakelandmarine.co.nz

17 Moewai Rd Whitianga07 867 1280www.mercurybaymarine.co.nz

We know marine and we know great deals

* Just purchase any Furuno or Lowrance product

between 1 December 2012 and 31 March 2013.

See www.mercurybaymarine.co.nz for details.

• Stern Drives • Outboards • Winches • Fish Finders • GPS Chart Plotters • Electronics • Anchors • Chandlery

Be in the draw to win your share of $10,000 worth of amazing fishing packages*

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If you need anything

for hunting phone for a price

10% OFF if you bring this ad!

We do good deals

Phone 07 871 [email protected]

The Galatea Foothills are the doorstep to the ruggedly beautiful Te Urewera National Park, and this unspoiled wilderness is widely known for the excellent hunting and trout � shing which abound there.

Fishing, Hunting Outdoors

www.ksnproducts.com

KSN HUNTING SPOTLIGHT NEW MODEL NOW AVAILABLE!

Buy with confidence — 14 day right of return if returned in original condition.

Phone Karen or Simon on06 377 5522 or 021 298 0688Email: [email protected]

Well over150mtrs,excellent shootinglight, rechargekit included.

SUPER SPECIAL KSN250 lumen spotlight deal:

250 lumen spotlight, mount and extra battery for only

$99 saving $95limited stock — be quick

Bonus Free Mount Included

KSN 300 LumenLED Spotlight

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Hunting adventures take � ight

With an abundance of red deer and Rusa deer roaming the hills, and rainbow and brown trout in the streams, this great escape is perfect for those wanting to get away for the weekend — or to spend a week or two exploring this idyllic place.

Heli-Hire Ltd has been operating out of Galatea for the past three years, offering the keen hunter and trout � shermen access to the wonderful backcountry. Renowned for its � shing and hunting, this area can prove arduous by foot, with access to far-� ung huts easily achieved from the air.

“Since operating in the Te Urewera national park there haven’t been many trips when our customers have come out empty handed, but even the ones that do always have a story or two to tell about

Repair • Maintenance • Ref ts • Valet

Phone 027 620 8388 • A/H 07 866 [email protected]

www.bluewatermarineservices.co.nz

Certified Boat builder and Marine Spray painter

Blue Water Marine Services can supply you with a wide range of marine parts and services: Anodes, Altex, International paint, Maxwell, 3M, Sika, Rule, Chain, Anchors, etc.

• Wood and Fibreglass Repair• Custom Interior Wood Working• Marine Spray Painting• Boat Valet / Polishing• Marine Electrical and Wiring• Antifoul / Airless• Refits• Zincs

Workshops and covered boat sheds at 29b Bryce, Whitianga and Whitianga Marina

the one that got away,” says David Lealand, chief pilot for Heli-Hire.

“Te Urewera has the only wild population of Rusa deer in the country — one of the hardest deer to hunt, so it’s great to see a hunter come out of the bush with the trophy of a lifetime.”

Heli-Hire Ltd also offer scenic � ights, � ight training, agricultural spraying and fertilising — in fact, any service which can be undertaken with their versatile and modern helicopters.

Call them today to make a booking for your next big adventure!

Heli-Hire outside “good old Waiawa hut”


COWS 2 CATS C US

1034 Gordonton Rd RD1 Gordonton HAMILTONP. 07 210 4562 or 07 210 4568

E. [email protected] W. www.globalvetservices.co.nz

Awkward tree solutionsDo you have a tree overhanging a building or

leaning the wrong way?

Does it need removing or trimming back?

Give Glenn a call on 027 715 4416 or 07 8555 441 And we’ll give you a free quote.

ODD JOBS R US

Call Charles McDermott on 021 792 805 [email protected]

Prilled Fine Particle Lime

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Soil Tests • Recommendations • Delivery • Application

Waikato Rural Marketplace

Waikato CLASSIFIEDS

AccommodationCABINS FOR hire — 4.0m x 2.45m cabins for hire. $60.00 a week. Free delivery. Have a range of bigger cabins available. www.portacabinz.co.nz Freephone Paul 0800 904 720.

Building SuppliesDOOR HANDLES, Window fittings, cavity slider hardware, cabinetware and much more to enhance and add value to your home. Huge range available from the architectural hardware specialists. Handles & Brass, 12 Somerset Street, Hamilton.

GRAB RAILS, Shower rails, safety rails, and other disability hardware to make your bathroom safe for the aged and disabled. For the best option for your home consult Handles & Brass at 12 Somerset Street, Hamilton.

PLYWOOD FROM $19.00, Farmers pack asstd timber $200.00, Wet Wall Linings from $89.00, Decking, Fencing, Framing, Gibboard, Doors, shelving, flooring, hardware, plus all other building supplies at discount prices. THREE BROTHERS 499 TE RAPA ROAD HAMILTON.

Motorcycles Sales & ServiceFARM BIKE repairs. All makes all models. Heartland Yamaha, 1480 Thames Street, Morrinsville. Phone 07 889 7246. Email [email protected].

Public NoticeCOSSEY CARTAGE would like to thank their many customers for their custom over the past year and would like to wish them all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy & Safe New Year.

HEARTLAND YAMAHA. Serving the Waikato community for twenty years. Check out our Christmas specials on kids bikes. Buy a bike and get the tent FREE. Call now and use our lay buy. See us at 148 Thames Street phone 078897246. Email [email protected].

Rural SuppliesCELLMATE BATTERIES — Don’t throw your old batteries away! Let us bring them back to life by having them repacked. Hard to source batteries chances are we can make it. Phone Trevor: 07 847 2150 Mobile: 027 408 6742.

CONCRETE TANK Specialist. Water, effluent, septic tanks. Price quoted, delivered to site. Buy Direct. Phone 0800 487 633.

WE USE award winning technology to manufacture water tanks, effluent sumps, septic tanks, stonetraps. We also supply certified ready mix concrete, storage bunkers, feed & water troughs & all other concrete products to suit your needs. Web site www.bowersconcrete.co.nz. Ph 07 871 5209.

Parts & AccessoriesCHRISTMAS SPECIALS. Helmets / gloves mx boots / goggles all reduced for Christmas check us out at 148 Thames Street, Morrinsville. Phone 07 889 7246. Email [email protected].

Reach 30,000 Rural Homes • Phone 0800 466 793

Outdoor PursuitsHUNTING TRIPS -— We offer a range of trips into DOC huts from our base in Galatea. We also arrange access to private hunting blocks, with Trophy Red and Fallow deer. Please call Heli-Hire on 0800 435 444.

Marine SuppliesUSED OUTBOARDS FOR SALE With New Mercury Month on now we have many trade-in engines for sale. 2nd hand outboards come with a 3 month mechanical warranty. Please Phone 07 867 1280 or email us at [email protected].

MERCURY BAY Marine Gift Vouchers. Great Christmas present idea for the boaties in the family! Vouchers can be made up to any amount you like. Free postage or pick up from Mercury Bay Marine 14 Moewai Road Whitianga. Ph 07 867 1280.

MARINE ELECTRONICS Need a new sounder for summer? We are authorised Lowrance and Furuno suppliers and installers. Excellent specials on now phone Mercury Bay Marine 07 867 1280 or call and see the display units at 14 Moewai Road Whitianga.

POND LINERS• Durable and UV resistant, HDPE Liners• Comprehensive Material and Installation Guarantees• QA documentation specific to your project

www.aspectlining.co.nz

[email protected]

0800 464 235NATION WIDE

7-9 Neal St, Putaruru

Phone: (07) 883 8272 Fax: (07) 883 8165 Email: [email protected]

Manager Peter Cranch: 027 442 0219

GENERAL REPAIRS • WOF SERVICE • TUNE-UPS • LUBES SCAN TOOL DIAGNOSIS • EFI REPAIRS

COAST

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POND PUMPING0800 POO DOO

(0800 766 366)

For all your pond cleaning & complete install requirements

Jamie Connors

• For all digger excavations

• Laser Levelling• Truck & Trailer Cartage• Plus Transporter

P 07 827 7710Tony (TC) 027 410 7770Bryan (Cos) 027 410 7772

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EarthmovErs and cartagE contractors

Available from CRT, PGG Wrightson, FarmlandsUV Protected Polycarbonate. Fits on any container with a flat surface. Instructions supplied with the fitting.$20 plus p&pGORDYS FLYTRAP FITTING21 LITCHFIELD ST, BLENHEIM

GORDYS FLYTRAP FITTING®

Email: [email protected] in New Zealand/Australia

Great friendly service at reasonable prices.

We supply cars and vans, small runabouts through to 8, 10 or 12 seater vehicles.

Situated next to the Transport Centre 383 Anglesea Street, Hamilton. Call in and see us or phone us 0800 73 68 23, options 2, 2www.hamiltoncarrentals.co.nz

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Australian-made Hydraulic Woodsplitters

For SaleSTOLEN QUAD-BIKES? — You won’t find any listed here, but you can pre-empt this kind of thing happening and protect your fuel too. Visit www.parabeam.co.nz or call 0508 727 223 for more information.

ServicesADVANTAGE TYRES — 24hr/7day on-site service. Easy access off State Highway 1. Large modern workshop for all your needs. Huge stock volumes. Phone 07 843 7381. 87 Kahikatea Drive, Hamilton.

BOWE SPREADING LTD for all your lime and fertiliser needs. Bulk fertiliser spreading. Mini spreader available, obligation free quote. Phone 027 487 8981 or 027 220 2010. RD4 Cambridge, Phone/Fax 07 827 4857.

FARM BRIDGES Phone Pat now 0800 222 189, Bridge It NZ Ltd. Visit www.bridgeitnz.co.nz.

HELI-HIRE ARE able to spray for most weeds and insects, as well as liquid and solid fertiliser applications. We can pick the fertiliser up from the depot. Please call Heli-Hire 0800 435 444.

ServicesCELLMATE BATTERIES — Repackers of Ni-Cd and Ni-Mh cordless power tools. DID YOU KNOW that your cordless power tool batteries can be re-packed (re-built) right here in Hamilton? 45A Killarney Road Hamilton. Phone Trevor: 07 847 2150 Mobile: 027 4086 742.

CLEARING LAND to make it more productive? Call Schwitzer Contracting. Why us? Specialised Equipment. Pride in Workmanship. Versatile & Innovative, Fast & Efficient. Phone Karl Schwitzer 07 823 5074 or 029 823 5074 www.landclearing.co.nz.

COMPLETE ENGINEERING & Hydraulics. We can manufacture your rams for your project of any size & any number. Call for a free quote on 07 847 1514 or contact Craig on [email protected].

COSSEY CARTAGE would like to wish their customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy & Safe New Year. We will have staff available during the Christmas/New Year period apart from the statutory holidays.

FURNITURE MOVING Around NZ or around the world. Single items or house lots. Pro Packing, moving, insurance. Via trucks, containers, shared loads. Ph 0800 496 753 www.worldmoving.co.nz. “Experience & Advice You Can Trust”.

NEED HELP? Contact us for all your section clearing, pasture & livestock management, general farm maintenance, and relief farm services requirements. For your FREE no obligation quote phone John, LIFESTYLERS Solutions & Services, 027 326 3118.

SMALL BLOCK Forest Establishment — Site preparation, weed spraying (gun and hose or mistblower), spot spraying, planting, pruning, thinning, tree felling. We specialise in catering for small block forest owners with exotic or indigenous crops. Ph 07 884 8780 Len.

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