Bayer New Zealand Crop Science

27/05/2026

A&P Associations have been central to rural life in Mid Canterbury for generations, with annual shows in Methven, Ashburton, and Mayfield providing opportunities for farmers to showcase produce, compete, and connect.

A key feature is the long-running wheat competition, originally established in Methven to improve crop husbandry and encourage knowledge-sharing among farmers. Celebrating the A & P wheat competitions’ 30th year in 2026, a combined Mid Canterbury A & P wheat competition – bringing together winners from the three districts – will hold its prizegiving at Mayfield on 28 May, marking the 100th anniversary of the Mayfield A&P Show.

The event highlights strong industry support and Bayer Crop Science are particularly thrilled to sponsor the overall feed wheat trophy. The Mayfield prizegiving will celebrate innovation, collaboration, and excellence in wheat production across the region. Bayer also co-sponsors the South Canterbury event, reinforcing its commitment to the arable sector.

24/04/2026

Alongside the rest of New Zealand, the team at Bayer pauses to reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for our freedom, and those who continue to protect it today.

On ANZAC Day, we honour and remember their service.

Lest we forget.

17/04/2026

Download the handy Firebird® iGuide today! The Firebird iGuide is a ‘must have’ for using this powerful and trusted pre-emergent herbicide. Every successful herbicide programme starts with an effective pre-emergent application and Firebird provides control of a wide range of key arable w**ds such as vulpia hair grass, annual poa and more. Rest assured with Firebird looking after your crop.

14/04/2026

If you’re grappling with ryegrass w**d management then you really need to watch this video. Dr Peter Boutsalis, Director of Plant Science Consulting, is a leading Australian expert on herbicide resistance and ryegrass w**d management.

Available on YouTube, Peter presents this video from a New Zealand perspective and provides in-depth insights into how to manage ryegrass w**d resistance on arable farms.

09/04/2026

With ryegrass w**d resistance becoming a problem, it's time to learn from our cousins over the ditch, where Australian farmers have been proactively seeking management strategies. Here in New Zealand the problem is not quite as bad, and we have the benefit of getting the jump on it by acting early. At Bayer Crop Science we’re actively encouraging farmers and growers to be strategic by using an integrated approach – a comprehensive herbicide programme alongside management strategies. Here’s the first three of six strategies you can implement on your farm.

07/04/2026

Get your w**d control programme of to the best possible start with Sakura, the powerful pre-emergent herbicide from Bayer Crop Science. That first step is critical in ensuring effective w**d control which in turn results higher crop yields. Download the Sakura user guide for more information about how Sakura can get your w**d control programme off to a dream start.

*Do not apply to durum wheat. ACVM P9449

24/03/2026

Don’t put it off, the time to start planning your Autumn herbicide programme is now! Comprehensive w**d control involves having an integrated strategy which involves best seed bed preparation practices, sowing rates and herbicide usage. Click ‘learn more’ for more info on this critical stage in your crop growing programme.

17/03/2026

It’s time to start planning your herbicide programme, and selecting an effective pre-emergent will set up your growing season for success. Firebird® from Bayer Crop Science is the trusted pre-emergent herbicide for use in wheat and barley crops to control a wide range of key arable w**ds. Download the handy Firebird iGuide for everything you need to know about Firebird usage and benefits.

10/03/2026

Every stage of your w**d control programme is crucial but none more important than the first one. Getting the first step right will set you up for success. Sakura is the powerful, pre-emergence herbicide that delivers broad spectrum w**d control at this critical step. Watch the video to see our team discuss the merits of Sakura in producing high yielding, w**d-free crops.

*Do not apply to durum wheat. ACVM P9449

06/03/2026

Thanks to New Zealand’s farmers and growers, $150,000 was donated last year through the Cash for Communities programme.

From rural schools and sports teams to emergency services and support providers, these are the causes that keep communities strong.

Since 2011, Cash for Communities has raised more than $970,000 nationwide – and we’re proud to continue supporting rural communities together with PGG Wrightson.

Visit cashforcommunities.co.nz to find out how you can help make a difference today.

Over a decade of helping strengthen rural communities The Cash for Communities programme The Cash for Communities programme was initiated in 2011 between PGG Wrightson and Ballance Agri-Nutrients. The programme aims to financially contribute to charities and organisations who support rural communiti...