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New research unlocks genetic secrets behind footrot
Monday, 4 May 2015, 11:18 am | Merino New Zeland
New Zealand’s fine wool sector is a step closer to eradicating footrot thanks to ground-breaking research in sheep genetics. The FeetFirst project, part of a Primary Growth Partnership between The New Zealand Merino Company (NZM) and the Ministry ... More >>
Merino’s disappearing act
Friday, 2 March 2012, 10:55 am | Merino New Zeland
Researchers have found that nine months is all it takes for merino garments to biodegrade. The discovery gives consumers another reason to buy garments made from merino and adds to the environmental advantages, comfort and performance benefits of the fibre, ... More >>
$36 million Revolution for the NZ Sheep Industry
Thursday, 27 May 2010, 2:34 pm | Merino New Zeland
The New Zealand Merino Company (NZM) and Government's Primary Growth Partnership (PGP) have announced a $36 million, 5 year initiative designed to amplify the momentum and economic returns already evident in New Zealand's fine wool sector, with substantial ... More >>
Italian Weaver Receives Mana Award
Thursday, 25 October 2007, 5:33 pm | Merino New Zeland
The first Italian weaver to directly contract substantial volumes of New Zealand Merino, and whom each year rewards the producer’s of New Zealand’s finest Merino bale by paying over $1,000/kg, was honoured recently at an award evening held in ... More >>
New Director Appointed For Merino Company
Monday, 1 October 2007, 9:31 am | Merino New Zeland
Merino Grower Investments Limited today announced their appointment of Sara Lunam as a Director of The New Zealand Merino Company. More >>
Preparation Optimises Return For Growers
Thursday, 17 May 2007, 2:11 pm | Merino New Zeland
Fit For Purpose Clip Preparation Optimises Return For Growers Market-led clip production and preparation of ‘fit for purpose’ Merino creates significant industry value and increased price potential for growers. “A lot has changed since the days of ... More >>
Majority Vote For New Fine Wool Company
Monday, 2 July 2001, 10:13 am | Merino New Zeland
New Zealand's merino growers have given a solid mandate to the new fine wool company proposed by Merino New Zealand and Wrightson. More >>
Proposed Joint Venture Fine Wool Company
Tuesday, 27 March 2001, 4:44 pm | Merino New Zeland
Merino New Zealand and Wrightson have announced that they are investigating the formation of a joint venture fine wool company. A Heads of Agreement outlining the key features of the proposed new company has been signed by both parties. John Brakenridge, Chief ... More >>
NZ Board Gives Total Support To NZ PAC Facility
Wednesday, 4 October 2000, 9:44 am | Merino New Zeland
Merino New Zealand board chairman John Perriam says recent publicity regarding the OFDA 2000 in-shed wool testing technology should not be confused with the benefits of the organisation¹s NZ PAC facility in Christchurch. More >>
Anderton Praises Merino NZ Initiative
Tuesday, 19 September 2000, 2:55 pm | Merino New Zeland
Jim Anderton, Minister for Economic Development, is impressed with the technology implemented by Merino New Zealand at its NZ Product Advancement Centre (PAC) facility in Christchurch, citing it as an example of initiative and foresight contributing ... More >>
