Sustainable Story | Happy, Helping Hooves Weeds challenge farms of all sizes. When Melani Harding, Owner and Winemaker at Bon Niche Cellars, decided to stop using herbicides, weeds got out of hand and she looked for more sustainable control methods. She adopted Nigerian dwarf goats, who promptly began cleaning up the property. But since they’ll gladly eat budding and maturing grapes, they can only free-roam the vineyard between harvest and bud break. Babydoll sheep joined the crew next. They are the perfect height for removing excess vine leaves… which also means they can reach the fruit! They also must leave the vineyard at bud break and are welcome back with the goats after harvest. Melani wanted to achieve year-round weed control. After some research, she found the perfect solution: Kunekune pigs with short stature and a natural inclination for grazing. In 2021, Gilbert the Pig joined the farm and quickly became a local celebrity. Over the years, Melani has established

At Papé Material Handling, we’re excited to show you the Kalmar Ottawa T2, a terminal tractor built for power and top-notch productivity. From ports and agriculture to busy terminals, the Kalmar Ottawa T2 is the workhorse that will keep your operations running smoothly. In our latest video, Jeff Glass, the Papé Material Handling Territory Manager for the Oregon and Southwest Washington region, takes you through the impressive features and benefits of the Kalmar Ottawa T2 yard truck. Let’s read on to learn more! Powerful Hydraulic Capabilities The Kalmar Ottawa T2 is often referred to as a "yard goat," and for a good reason. It’s the workhorse of the yard, built to handle even the most demanding tasks with ease. The Holland fifth-wheel plate has hydraulic lifting capabilities, enabling operators to move trailers up to ten times faster than a standard yard truck. With its high towing capacity, the T2 is perfect for heavy-duty operations where ev

Afternoon Brief: Treasury Wine Estates Settles Lawsuit with Shareholders

Australian wine giant Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) has agreed to pay shareholders A$65m ($43.7m) in response to class action proceedings made against it four years ago...