Agribusiness

Robertson, Fiona

Market Forces have made changes to the social fabric of rural society. These can be seen most markedly in the changes in the demographic picture of low income rural populations and the changing economic profile of rural women. However under the present economic model investment in rural communities is seen only in terms of financial … Read more

Innes Diana, M

Purpose: To describe and examine the social impacts of the arts on a rural community. To describe and examine the economic impacts of the arts on a rural community. To describe and examine the public and private funding available to the arts in a rural community. In order to examine the social and economic effects … Read more

Lockett-Kay, Jan

Rural communities can take pride in the way they have grasped opportunities to develop innovative health services at a time when the Crown is requiring relevant, responsive and affordable services. This report begins with an outline of Government’s rural health policy. The basis for developing the policy was the Crown’s acknowledgment that it could no … Read more

Jeromson John, CF

The aim of this report is to look at present initial farm training and decide whether it is preparing the trainees for work on a commercial farm. As farming profits reduce, farmers no longer have the time or money to spend putting time into the initial training of employees. Consequently there is a need for … Read more

McDougall, Bruce

The primary objective of this project is to give the readers a greater understanding of what is expected of each party as and when they enter into a sponsorship agreement. Many rural events rely heavily upon sponsorship for their funding therefore it is important that all parties involved in the event understand the principles of … Read more

Eckhoff, G. M.

The aim of this study is to review the Protected Natural Area scheme from a farmers perspective. A holistic approach was used to allow for an overview of the many implications that the PNA programme has. The issues of property rights, management responsibility, compensation and the need to invoke a conservation ethic, are all part … Read more

Jackson, Ann Hogan

In New Zealand, small rural schools situated away from cities have falling rolls due to changes in population. While these schools are under pressure to amalgamate or close, small schools are viewed by principals, teachers, parents and trustees to be effective at utilising resources available to benefit educational opportunities for students and providing rewarding experiences … Read more

Fox Andrew, CD

To make recommendations on a reform process for the ACC; the result being that in ten years (2007) New Zealand will have an affordable, clearly defined, no fault (not a return to the right to sue) accident insurance scheme that is acceptable to the employer, employee, taxpayer, the medical profession and politicians. Fox Andrew, CD

Bennett Sue, M

Recent media reports suggest that farmers should target market opportunities by adding substance and accountability to New Zealand’s “clean green” image and adopting recognised environmental performance standards. ISO 14000 is an international accreditation standard recognising responsible environmental management. By examining the standard itself, reviewing relevant legislation and exploring market concerns, this report evaluates ISO 14000 … Read more

Morris, Nicola

The Internet is one of the most valuable information services available. On it you can find information about absolutely anything you want, sooner or later! Unfortunately the Internet is also one of the greatest time wasters of the century! Originally I was going to use the Internet to gain some information to help with my … Read more

Oldfield, Mark

The objectives of this project are to firstly to raise awareness of planning for retirement and farm succession. The second objective is to formulate and enunciate a consideration of the key elements of viability, communication, fairness, timing and attitudes toward retirement and farm succession and thirdly, in so doing achieve successful farm succession. There is … Read more

Murray Taggart

In order to form an opinion regarding the relative merits of branded and generic promotion it was necessary to gain an overview of the marketplace. The following section largely focuses on the major markets within the European Union. Murray Taggart

Tony Reilly

The social effects of the GATT Agreement on the Common Agricultural Policy: As has already been foreshadowed in Britain, there will be a shift to effective and holistic policies for the rural economy and for the maintenance of rural communities. Despite the best intentions for a managed change, it may take a crisis, before any … Read more

Perry Marlene

Interactive video conferencing is a two way communication medium exchanging voice, picture, document and graphic links via ordinary telephone lines. The Waikato Polytechnic was the first educational institution to install video conferencing. It now offers dozens of courses with this innovative technology. The Waikato Polytechnic has the equipment and the expertise to deliver distant packages … Read more

Lynch Wendy

This paper has been researched by the author as part of the 1995 Kellogg Scholarship. The aim is to encourage anyone who has any remaining wet patches of land to consider creating a wetland or pond for indigenous flora and fauna. Restoring habitats for our native plants and animals and plants is a better alternative … Read more

Terence M Whelan

To investigate requirements for Introductory Information relevant to Organic Farming and to assess the current material available with a view to writing/compiling specific subject matter to meet current and future requirements of the Organic Industry.

Rachel Barker

1994 Banks Peninsula study surveys rural residents on nature tourism growth, identifies outstanding issues, urges community involvement to protect lifestyle, environment

Williamson John, A

This paper considers: 1. The failure of regulatory management in the farming sector looking specifically at: Irrigation schemes, Pest Control, 1948 Land Act, Water rights administration. 2. Whether the Resource Management Act is regulatory or non-regulatory. 3. How to achieve non-regulatory farm management under the Resource Management Act. 4. Some brief observations of mine as … Read more

Bailey, Malcolm

There is a distinct lack of knowledge about the education attainment levels of New Zealandfarmers. There is little evidence to substantiate a link between the education levels of New Zealand farmers and the uptake or lack of uptake of new or improved technology. The survey by Ken Moore in learning on the farm, the educational … Read more

Warren Mark

To lift the Average profitability and productivity performance of the Average New Zealand Farmer by identifying 10 minimum cost improved management techniques. Warren Mark

Marsh, Andrea D.

The Kellogg’s Experience: A Record of the first 10 courses – an insight into the people, the leaders and scholars Marsh, Andrea D.

Soper, VJ

Over many years, Field Days have been organised for Women in Agriculture. A popular topic for discussion at these days has been Emergency Planning and Emergency Farming. The topics for discussion are chosen by the women themselves, showing the need for such information, and the sessions have always been well attended and have generated much … Read more

Wilkinson, Di

The topic is my community, the district of Wimbledon/Herbertville with emphasis on the role of women in the paid work force. The method used was a survey sent out to every household in the district (excluding holiday homes). Detailed are some of the changes and concerns of the people still living in the area, and … Read more