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10/04/2025
Cabbage Tree Flat - Hawkes Bay
Cabbage Tree Flat is a 2,000-hectare sheep and beef operation, part of the Horizon Farming Group for the past six years. Farm Manager Alistair McPhearson has been at the helm since the property joined the group.
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18/03/2025
Mt Hutt Station
Bruce Hood of Mt Hutt Station is acutely aware of the risks posed by invasive weeds like Californian thistles, knowing they can quickly spiral out of control and significantly reduce available grazing land.
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14/03/2025
Waimara - Masterton
Simon Campbell runs a 520-hectare sheep and beef farm in Mount Bruce, Wairarapa. For generations, the farm has battled Californian thistles, which have significantly impacted pasture quality.
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12/03/2025
Miller Farm Cambridge
The Miller family will follow Corteva’s programmed approach to control the Californian thistles and restore their productive pastures. This involves moving beyond traditional methods to more effective strategies that will ensure the long-term health
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27/02/2025
Waimate Pilot Farm
James Cromie farms 800 hectares of rolling land in the Waihoa Downs area near Waimate. Having taken over the family farm from his father—who remains actively involved—James is committed to maintaining and improving the productivity of the property.
