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Living on a small block of land in the country is a cherished dream for many New Zealanders, and with the current boom in lifestyle farming this is a dream that is increasingly becoming a reality for these people. Running a small number of animals is the most popular use of lifestyle farms in this country, but for those without farming experience this can be a daunting challenge. Lifestyle Farming in New Zealand addresses this head-on. Written by a veterinarian with extensive experience of working with lifestyle farmers, and also o... read more

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The Sheep Farming Guide is a book written for people with life-style blocks and farmers of small and not-so-small flocks who are keen to farm their sheep properly and make them pay their way. "It was written for people with mud on their boots. We want to see the book covered in sheep grease and mud," said Dr Dalton. The text is comprehensive, covering everything from establishing a flock, what records to keep and all aspects of routine husbandry, to managing diseases and preparing sheep for the works. To make it easy for busy far... read more

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This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

This series has been created to help children develop their reading skills. The books have been designed to provide them with learning material that is factual, relevant and realistic. The text has been kept brief, with specific focus on word/picture association. This encourages and gives confidence to beginner and reluctant readers. These books serve as an excellent medium through which any reader can establish an awareness of the basics of agriculture.

Moving house can be chaotic at the best of times but during Gypsy Week many farming families in New Zealand transport a herd of cows as well. For scores of farmers and sharemilkers around the country, June 1st has become known as Gypsy Day - when farms change ownership and families move entire households, farm equipment and cattle to a new property on busy Queen's Birthday weekend. This evocative story celebrates an important day on the New Zealand farming calendar through the eyes of a young boy and his sister. Light, hum... read more

Award Winning Series ** 2006 Elsie Locke Award From the clearing of the first forests which exposed arable land for settling farmers, to the advent of of the frozen meat trade, the key events in New Zealand's early farming history are clearly traced. Hardback - 215 x 285mm - 8+ years

Award Winning Series ** 2006 Elsie Locke Award From gum diggers and pit-sawyers to ships, furniture and housing this volume covers the history surrounding the clearing and use of New Zealand's native forests.

In this revised and updated edition of <i>Grasp the Nettle</i> Peter Proctor tells the reader how to apply biodynamic methods of farming and gardening to a wide range of conditions in New Zealand and in other countries. The book provides practical observations and techniques, and relates these to the spiritual scientific knowlege that biodynamic practice is based on. Peter gives tips on how to recognise healthy soil and pasture, and on how to make your own biodynamic preparations. He also gives examples of farms that ar... read more

How is bread made, where do eggs come from, what is chocolate made of - find out all about food in this book about food.

Get ready for fun on the farm with these engaging titles about common farmyard animals. From pig sties to chicken coops, you'll discover all the facts about farmyard life.Bright and colourful designs, 'farmyard fun' activities.