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Latest news and articles from Quorum Sense

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Canterbury grazing group field day a success!
Canterbury grazing group field day a success!

The field day at Dayle and Tamsin Lucas' farm on Mt Hutt Station Road was an incredible success, bringing together a wealth of knowledge, experience, and passion for regenerative agriculture.


Quorum Sense responds to proposed GE Technology changes
Quorum Sense responds to proposed GE Technology changes

We have released a statement following the Government's announcement proposing changes to GE Technology use in Aotearoa New Zealand. Tell us what you think and what questions you have.

Quorum Sense takes Six Inches of Soil to Parliament
Quorum Sense takes Six Inches of Soil to Parliament

Last week, Ministers and Members of Parliament filled the Beehive’s Theatrette to watch the UK regenerative farming documentary, Six Inches of Soil, and discuss the role of soil in addressing New Zealand’s food, farming and climate challenges.

Hay bale grazing vs baleage grazing: Is one better than the other?
Discussions
Hay bale grazing vs baleage grazing: Is one better than the other?
Discussions

Bale grazing is increasing in popularity as a practice to improve soil armour (cover) in the winter. However, successful outcomes depend on design and management, as well as the type of bales used. This article outlines the difference between using hay vs. baleage, and subsequent benefits.

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Hay bale grazing: A best practice guide
Guides
Hay bale grazing: A best practice guide
Guides

We’ve outlined a set of guiding principles and management considerations to support New Zealand farmers implementing hay bale grazing. When managed appropriately, hay bale grazing benefits can include improved soil health, increased soil organic matter, and water holding capacity, plus greater plant diversity and more.

Guides
Press release: Funding boost helps expand farmer-led regenerative farming capabilities
QS news
Press release: Funding boost helps expand farmer-led regenerative farming capabilities
QS news

Farmer-led network, Quorum Sense, has received funding from MPI to continue its work supporting farmers and growers in their transition to regenerative farming.

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Canterbury: Hawk Hills discussion day
Jun 19
Canterbury: Hawk Hills discussion day

Hosted by: Canterbury Grazing Group, Mark and Laura run a sheep, beef and dairy sheep operation on the hills of the inland Kaikoura road, 25 minutes south of Kaikoura township.

They have been running a low input system for 7 years, and are seeing some outstanding results.

Canterbury: Dairy’s Regenerative Transition Symposium
Jun 24
Canterbury: Dairy’s Regenerative Transition Symposium

Hosted by Quorum Sense: Following the success of last year’s regen dairy hui, this event is an opportunity for researchers, farmers, and educators at the forefront of regenerative dairy to connect, share insights, and discuss the latest research and on-farm innovations shaping the industry in NZ and Australia.

Otago: Roots So Deep, Oamaru
Jun 25
Otago: Roots So Deep, Oamaru

Hosted by: RegenAg Otago, Come along and hear how farming can be more profitable, more fun, less work and better for your soil and your birdlife. This documentary compares 5 farm pairs - one grazing conventionally, the other using adaptive multi paddock grazing.