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Looking for more info about who we are and how we work? You’ve come to the right place. The Onefarm blog is a home for the pursuit of yield and insights into how we work. You’ll find a series of articles below on everything from what sort of cattle yard is best for kiwi farms to the latest innovations in agriculture.

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Cattle Yard Design for a Small Herd of 2 to 10

Cattle Yard Design for a Small Herd of 2 to 10

Running a small herd doesn't mean settling for a make-do setup. Here's how to design a cattle yard for a small herd that actually works, safely and efficiently.

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Cattle Yard Design for a Small Herd of 2 to 10

Running a small herd doesn't mean settling for a make-do setup. Here's how to design a cattle yard for a small herd that actually works, safely and efficiently.

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How to Build a MAXXUS Cattle Yard: Step by Step

How to Build a MAXXUS Cattle Yard: Step by Step

Follow our complete step-by-step guide to building a MAXXUS cattle yard, from site prep and parts check to final installation on your lifestyle block.

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How to Build a MAXXUS Cattle Yard: Step by Step

Follow our complete step-by-step guide to building a MAXXUS cattle yard, from site prep and parts check to final installation on your lifestyle block.

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DIY vs. Professional Cattle Yard Installation: Our Take

DIY vs. Professional Cattle Yard Installation: ...

Thinking about installing your own cattle yards? We weigh up the real pros, cons, and costs of DIY vs. professional installation so you can decide.

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DIY vs. Professional Cattle Yard Installation: ...

Thinking about installing your own cattle yards? We weigh up the real pros, cons, and costs of DIY vs. professional installation so you can decide.

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Cattle Yard Design Mistakes Every New Block Owner Makes

Cattle Yard Design Mistakes Every New Block Own...

First-time lifestyle block owner? These cattle yard design mistakes cost Kiwi farmers thousands. Learn what to get right before you build your first yard.

Cattle Yard Design Mistakes Every New Block Own...

First-time lifestyle block owner? These cattle yard design mistakes cost Kiwi farmers thousands. Learn what to get right before you build your first yard.

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How to Choose a Cattle Yard That Works for Sheep Too

How to Choose a Cattle Yard That Works for Shee...

Running cattle and sheep? Here's how to choose a cattle yard that handles sheep safely too, without building two separate sets of yards.

How to Choose a Cattle Yard That Works for Shee...

Running cattle and sheep? Here's how to choose a cattle yard that handles sheep safely too, without building two separate sets of yards.

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A circular forcing pen and drafting gates

Circular Forcing Pens and Drafting Gates Explained

Circular forcing pens and drafting gates can transform how you muster. Here's our honest take on what works, what doesn't, and why yard design matters.

Circular Forcing Pens and Drafting Gates Explained

Circular forcing pens and drafting gates can transform how you muster. Here's our honest take on what works, what doesn't, and why yard design matters.