# horticulture (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover horticulture. Page: Feed: --- ## [Icy August thaws with arrival of westerlies](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/icy-august-thaws-with-arrival-of-westerlies/) _2026-08-23 · Philip Duncan · Farmers Weekly_ More cold snaps are expected next month, but we’ve probably passed the coldest part of the year, writes Phil Duncan. The post Icy August thaws with arrival of westerlies appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Recharge before the warning lights come on](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/lifestyle/wellbeing/recharge-before-the-warning-lights-come-on/) _2026-08-23 · Rural Women NZ · Farmers Weekly_ Developed in a rural shed, Kathryn Jackson’s award-winning Great Recharge is helping people take a preventative approach to stress and burnout. The post Recharge before the warning lights come on appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Taranaki herd home pays off for cows and waterways](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/farm-management/dairy-farm-management/taranaki-herd-home-pays-off-for-cows-and-waterways/) _2026-08-23 · RNZ · Farmers Weekly_ A Taranaki dairy farmer’s decision to invest in a herd home has boosted production while reducing pressure on wet paddocks. The post Taranaki herd home pays off for cows and waterways appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [South Island apple detectives on the trail of heritage fruit](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/people/south-island-apple-detectives-on-the-trail-of-heritage-fruit/) _2026-08-22 · Olivia Caldwell · Farmers Weekly_ What started as a love of “old things” became a 30-year mission to rescue hundreds of heritage apple varieties from Southland’s fading orchards. The post South Island apple detectives on the trail of heritage fruit appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [English-Medium Option Available in All 9,617 HP Government Primary Schools: Rohit Thakur](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/english-medium-option-available-in-all-9617-hp-government-primary-schools-rohit-thakur/) _2026-08-22 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh government has made English-medium instruction available from Class 1 in all 9,617 government primary schools across the state, while students and parents continue to have the option of choosing Hindi-medium education. Education Minister Rohit Thakur, in a written reply to a question raised by BJP MLA Janak Raj, said the provision \[…\] The post English-Medium Option… ## [Beef mince prices test consumer tolerance](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/sheep-and-beef-markets/beef-mince-prices-test-consumer-tolerance/) _2026-08-22 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ Demand from US consumers is helping to drive up the price in Kiwi supermarkets. The post Beef mince prices test consumer tolerance appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [More job cuts on the cards at DOC, union says](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/doc-restructure-could-see-communications-team-cut-by-28-roles/) _2026-08-21 · RNZ · Farmers Weekly_ DOC is proposing another shake-up, with its communications team facing significant cuts and the entire media unit potentially disestablished. The post More job cuts on the cards at DOC, union says appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Testing more resilient pastures on-farm](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/farm-management/testing-more-resilient-pastures-on-farm/) _2026-08-21 · Inside Dairy · Farmers Weekly_ Farms across the upper North Island are trialling different pasture mixes as part of a research programme that aims to build greater resilience into farming systems. The post Testing more resilient pastures on-farm appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Home Guards Get Major Relief in HP Police Constable Recruitment, Application Deadline Extended](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/home-guards-get-major-relief-in-hp-police-constable-recruitment-application-deadline-extended/) _2026-08-21 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: Home Guard personnel aspiring to join the Himachal Pradesh Police have received a major relief as the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has granted a one-time relaxation of five years in the upper age limit for the ongoing Police Constable recruitment. The Commission has also extended the application deadline by 15 days, giving \[…\] The post Home Guards Get Major Relief in… ## [Vande Mataram Row Triggers Uproar on First Day of Himachal Monsoon Session, House Adjourned](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/vande-mataram-row-triggers-uproar-on-first-day-of-himachal-monsoon-session-house-adjourned/) _2026-08-21 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: The opening day of the monsoon session of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly witnessed a sharp confrontation between the ruling Congress and opposition BJP after opposition MLAs protested over the non-singing of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ at the beginning of the proceedings. The 12th session of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly commenced with \[…\] The post Vande… ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qvmIDcUj0cF8) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [Forest Data to Drive Himachal’s Green Economy, State Partners with ISB’s Bharti Institute](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/forest-data-to-drive-himachals-green-economy-state-partners-with-isbs-bharti-institute/) _2026-08-21 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh Forest Department has entered into a five-year partnership with the Bharti Institute of Public Policy (BIPP), Indian School of Business (ISB), to harness the State’s untapped forest and pastoral economy through scientific data, technology and community participation. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Dr. Sanjay Sood signed the agreement on behalf of \[…\] The post… ## [Game Bird Habitat Trust visits Southland farms](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/game-bird-habitat-trust-visits-southland-farms/) _2026-08-21 · Gerhard Uys · Farmers Weekly_ Board members tour some of the wetlands the trust has helped to fund. The post Game Bird Habitat Trust visits Southland farms appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Competition energises strong wool recovery](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/competition-energises-strong-wool-recovery/) _2026-08-21 · Annette Scott · Farmers Weekly_ Limited volumes of wool come forward at national wool sale in Christchurch. The post Competition energises strong wool recovery appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Illegal Pea Cultivation on Forest Land Raises Environmental Concerns; Glyphosate Use Under Probe](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/illegal-pea-cultivation-on-forest-land-raises-environmental-concerns-glyphosate-use-under-probe/) _2026-08-21 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Mandi: The alleged use of the herbicide Glyphosate to clear natural vegetation for illegal pea cultivation on forest land has raised serious environmental concerns in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district. The Forest Department has intensified its investigation into such incidents reported from the Thachi and Dharghat ranges of the Nachan Forest Division. According to officials, instances \[…\] The post… ## [Comment on Rathore Backfires; Congress Issues Show-Cause Notice to Kehar Singh Khachi](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/comment-on-rathore-backfires-congress-issues-show-cause-notice-to-kehar-singh-khachi/) _2026-08-21 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: A remark made by senior Congress leader and Himachal Pradesh Forest Development Corporation Vice Chairman Kehar Singh Khachi about Congress national spokesperson and Theog MLA Kuldeep Singh Rathore has triggered a controversy within the party, prompting the state Congress to issue him a show-cause notice. The party has sought an explanation from Khachi within \[…\] The post Comment on… ## [Bex Green takes associate seat on FMG board](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/bex-green-takes-associate-seat-on-fmg-board/) _2026-08-21 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ North Canterbury dairy farmer is a contract milker and farm shareholder based in Culverden. The post Bex Green takes associate seat on FMG board appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Heartland’s rural lending grows in NZ](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/heartlands-rural-lending-grows-in-nz/) _2026-08-21 · Hugh Stringleman · Farmers Weekly_ Bank doubles underlying net profit for the year as rural growth exceeds its own guidance. The post Heartland’s rural lending grows in NZ appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Embracing the role of changemaker](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/opinion/embracing-the-role-of-changemaker/) _2026-08-21 · Gerhard Uys · Farmers Weekly_ It’s hard enough making changes to your own farm system. Pioneering wholly new technologies and practices takes even more courage, writes Gerhard Uys. The post Embracing the role of changemaker appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Images of hard-working farm heroes net award](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/people/images-of-hard-working-farm-heroes-net-award/) _2026-08-21 · Isabella Beale · Farmers Weekly_ Gisborne sheep and beef farmer wins Documentary category in International Pet Photography Awards with her photos of farm dogs. The post Images of hard-working farm heroes net award appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Record year for Australian beef production](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/sheep-and-beef-markets/record-year-for-australian-beef-production/) _2026-08-21 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ Just under 3 million tonnes of beef produced in 2025-26 period. The post Record year for Australian beef production appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/wJFqNGNmDfx2) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [Te Kuiti sheep farmer fined $29K for neglecting sheep](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/te-kuiti-sheep-farmer-fined-29k-for-neglecting-sheep/) _2026-08-21 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ Two dozen animals had to be euthanised to prevent further suffering. The post Te Kuiti sheep farmer fined $29K for neglecting sheep appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Mike Currie recognised with top kiwifruit award](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/people/mike-currie-recognised-with-top-kiwifruit-award/) _2026-08-21 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ His research said to have shaped modern kiwifruit production systems and contributed to the global success NZ’s kiwifruit industry. The post Mike Currie recognised with top kiwifruit award appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Ballance well stocked for spring fertiliser demand](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/ballance-well-stocked-for-spring-fertiliser-demand/) _2026-08-21 · Hugh Stringleman · Farmers Weekly_ Spring stocks are in place at Ballance Agri-Nutrients after a season of working around the Middle East conflict. The post Ballance well stocked for spring fertiliser demand appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Midwinter milk collections almost 8% up on last year](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/dairy/midwinter-milk-collections-almost-8-up-on-last-year/) _2026-08-21 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ Third July record in a row on the books as sector enjoys improved dairying conditions and continues to expand. The post Midwinter milk collections almost 8% up on last year appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Agritech charts way to rural prosperity](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/technology/agritech-charts-way-to-rural-prosperity/) _2026-08-21 · Hugh Stringleman · Farmers Weekly_ Discussion paper outlines priorities for policy settings that will draw talent, investment and young families back to regions. The post Agritech charts way to rural prosperity appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Arable recognises pick of the industry crop](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/people/arable-recognises-pick-of-the-industry-crop/) _2026-08-20 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ Awards evening names 2026 Arable Farmers of the Year and a host of other sector standouts. The post Arable recognises pick of the industry crop appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Take lamb export bump with a grain of salt](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/sheep-and-beef-markets/take-lamb-export-bump-with-a-grain-of-salt/) _2026-08-20 · Alex Coddington · Farmers Weekly_ Growth is showing up in value, not volume – and there are several drivers of that, writes Alex Coddington. The post Take lamb export bump with a grain of salt appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Proposed drone regulations cause a stir](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/proposed-drone-regulations-cause-a-stir/) _2026-08-20 · Gerhard Uys · Farmers Weekly_ Aviation association warns that rushed reforms that could put public safety and the environment at risk. The post Proposed drone regulations cause a stir appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Price pressure, lamb’s seasonal slide and the wilding pine fight](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/price-pressure-lambs-seasonal-slide-and-the-wilding-pine-fight/) _2026-08-20 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ This week: senior reporter Neal Wallace and AgriHQ’s Alex Coddington unpack red meat and lamb prices, and Andrew Hoggard outlines the battle against wilding pines. The post Price pressure, lamb’s seasonal slide and the wilding pine fight appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Ballance returns to profit and rebate](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/ballance-returns-to-profit-and-rebate/) _2026-08-20 · Hugh Stringleman · Farmers Weekly_ Shareholders get a taste as fertiliser co-op posts healthy results. The post Ballance returns to profit and rebate appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Try Before You Buy, Risk-Free (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FMtSITJuojEW) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Free trial hosting plus refunds processed in 12-24 hours, guaranteed. ## [Beyond transactions: building trust with Māori agribusiness](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/beyond-transactions-building-trust-with-maori-agribusiness/) _2026-08-20 · Isabella Beale · Farmers Weekly_ IRP panel shares ways to connect across the sector, on a ‘journey of a thousand cups of tea’. The post Beyond transactions: building trust with Māori agribusiness appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Go with the flow: experts debate gravel mining rules](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/go-with-the-flow-experts-debate-gravel-mining-rules/) _2026-08-20 · Gerhard Uys · Farmers Weekly_ Concern that national standards for river gravel extraction might impose a one-size-fits-all regime on unique systems. The post Go with the flow: experts debate gravel mining rules appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [Zespri forecasts record returns to match harvest](https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/markets/horticulture-markets/zespri-forecasts-record-returns-to-match-harvest/) _2026-08-20 · Farmers Weekly · Farmers Weekly_ Average per-hectare returns predicted to exceed last year’s record for all but two varieties. The post Zespri forecasts record returns to match harvest appeared first on Farmers Weekly . ## [HP Khadi and Village Industries Board Records 39% Growth in Sales, Sets ₹112 Crore Target for 2026-27](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/hp-khadi-and-village-industries-board-records-39-growth-in-sales-sets-%e2%82%b9112-crore-target-for-2026-27/) _2026-08-19 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh Khadi and Village Industries Board has registered a significant 39 per cent growth in sales during 2025-26, reflecting rising demand for Khadi and village industry products and strengthening the Board’s commercial activities. The Board achieved sales of ₹54.84 crore under its marketing and commercial activities during the financial year 2025-26, compared \[…\] The post… ## [Digital Labour Chowk App to Strengthen Welfare Access for Construction Workers in Himachal](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/digital-labour-chowk-app-to-strengthen-welfare-access-for-construction-workers-in-himachal/) _2026-08-19 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCW) has decided to accelerate the digital transformation of welfare services for registered construction workers across the state, with the proposed Digital Labour Chowk Mobile Application emerging as a key initiative. Chairman of the HPBOCW, Nardev Singh Kanwar, chaired the 55th meeting of the \[…\] The post… ## [Avocado Takes Root in Solan, Opening a New Chapter for Himachal’s Fruit Growers](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/avocado-takes-root-in-solan-opening-a-new-chapter-for-himachals-fruit-growers/) _2026-08-19 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Solan: A new green revolution is quietly taking root in the mid-hills of Solan, where avocado is emerging as a promising high-value fruit crop and offering farmers an opportunity to diversify beyond traditional fruit cultivation. What began as an experiment is now emerging as a promising possibility for the region’s horticultural future. At Dharja, farmer \[…\] The post Avocado Takes Root in Solan,… ## [Drone Eyes and QRTs Ready as HP Assembly Session Begins](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/drone-eyes-and-qrts-ready-as-hp-assembly-session-begins/) _2026-08-19 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ 700–900 Security Personnel to Be Deployed for HP Assembly Session Shimla: Security arrangements have been tightened across the state capital ahead of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly’s monsoon session, with the police putting in place a multi-layered security plan involving drone surveillance, Quick Response Teams (QRTs), the Intelligence Wing, Home Guards, reserve forces and Traffic Police. \[…\] The… ## [Himachal Rain Fury: Three Buried in Sirmaur Landslide, Rescue Operations Underway](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/himachal-rain-fury-three-buried-in-sirmaur-landslide-rescue-operations-underway/) _2026-08-18 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: Heavy monsoon rains once again wreaked havoc across Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday, triggering landslides, cloudbursts, falling rocks and flash runoff in several parts of the state. In the most serious incident, three labourers were reportedly buried under debris following a landslide at a limestone mine in Sirmaur district, while rescue teams struggled to reach \[…\] The post Himachal Rain… ## [Himachal to Reduce IAS, IPS and IFS Cadre Strength; Government Eyes Major Savings](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/himachal-to-reduce-ias-ips-and-ifs-cadre-strength-government-eyes-major-savings/) _2026-08-18 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to reduce the sanctioned strength of its IAS, IPS and IFS cadres, citing the need to cut administrative expenditure and ensure better utilisation of officers. The state government has approached the Department of Personnel under the Central Government seeking a reduction in the cadre strength. The IAS cadre \[…\] The post Himachal to Reduce IAS,… ## [Anurag Thakur Misses Key BJP National Role, Himachal Left Without Major Representation](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/anurag-thakur-misses-key-bjp-national-role-himachal-left-without-major-representation/) _2026-08-18 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: Former Union Minister and Hamirpur MP Anurag Singh Thakur has not been given a key organisational responsibility in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) newly announced national team, leaving Himachal Pradesh without any prominent representation in the party’s latest national organisational structure. The new BJP national team, announced on Monday by BJP National President Nitin \[…\] The post… ## [25 New E-Bus Services Hit Mandi Roads, Himachal Expands Green Transport Network](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/25-new-e-bus-services-hit-mandi-roads-himachal-expands-green-transport-network/) _2026-08-17 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: Himachal Pradesh has taken another major step towards cleaner and more sustainable public transportation with the launch of 25 new Type-I electric bus services of the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) in Mandi district. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually flagged off the new services from Paddal Ground in Mandi town, describing the expansion \[…\] The post 25 New E-Bus… ## [Shimla Pre-Paid Taxi Service Offers Fixed Fares to Tourists and Locals](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/shimla-pre-paid-taxi-service-offers-fixed-fares-to-tourists-and-locals/) _2026-08-16 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: Tourists and locals looking to avoid arbitrary taxi fares and fare-related disputes in Shimla can make use of the pre-paid taxi service operating from the Inter-State Bus Terminus (ISBT) at Tutikandi. The police department has established a dedicated pre-paid taxi counter near the ISBT, where passengers can book taxis to various destinations at officially \[…\] The post Shimla Pre-Paid Taxi… ## [Himachal Government Has 3.36 Lakh Sanctioned Posts, Over 1.07 Lakh Vacant](https://thenewshimachal.com/2026/08/himachal-government-has-3-36-lakh-sanctioned-posts-over-1-07-lakh-vacant/) _2026-08-15 · Rahul Bhandari · The News Himachal_ Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh government has informed the High Court that over 1.07 lakh sanctioned government posts are currently lying vacant across the state. The details were submitted through an affidavit filed by the state government in connection with the ongoing matter before the court. The affidavit was presented before a Division Bench comprising Chief \[…\] The post Himachal Government Has…