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Use Less Nitrogen – Save Your Dollars With increasing pressure to reduce nitrogen usage, many farmers find themselves between a rock and a hard place. But what if you could cut nitrogen use and still get the same feed growth—while saving money? The Solution: Less Urea + Gibb-Gro or Gibber 900 We believe that by using 18 units of Nitrogen (approx..

WHY CHOOSE GA200? GA200 isn’t just another herbicide—it’s a smarter, safer, and a more targeted solution for weed control.   Here’s why it’s the go-to choice: Contact Herbicide: GA200 kills only what it touches, making it perfect for areas where you need precision. No need to panic about overspray harming your prized trees or vines, as even if ..

How Long Before Rain Can I Spray? You want to spray today, but the weather forecast is looking iffy. So, how long before rain is it safe to spray? This is one of the most common questions, and the answer varies depending on several factors. The table below provides a guideline for rainfastness (or the time needed before rain) to help you achieve ..

Ranger, with thifensulfuron-methyl as the active ingredient, is a selective herbicide by Rainbow & Brown and is your go-to solution for controlling buttercups and docks in pastures, making it especially suitable for horse grazing. Ranger suppresses clovers without causing significant damage to grass species, ensuring your pasture remains productive..

Understanding the Real cost of Glyphosate In the ever-changing landscape of agricultural products, pricing can be a complex subject, influenced by factors far beyond the control of individual businesses. Recently, we had an inquiry from a customer questioning the current price of Rainbow & Brown Glyphosate 360, leading to a deeper look into how th..

Terbuthylazine 500 Now Available to Buy Online! Newly added to our range, Terbuthylazine 500 is a versatile herbicide designed specifically for use in forestry and non-croplands areas. It’s great for lifestyle block users or anyone managing a small forestry area. Terbuthylazine is ideal for pine spray release, ensuring young pine saplings remain ..

Where are my Sheep? Little Bo Peep has lost her sheep and doesn’t know where to find them. Leave them alone and they will come home, dragging their tails behind them. It is not a fairy tale this time but a true and amusing anecdote. I was chatting with one of our Gibb-Gro / Gibber 900 customers today. Based in the South Island they are now only ..

Boosting Young Fruit Trees: Vegan-Friendly Fertiliser options As sustainable and ethical agricultural practices gain traction, more of our customers are seeking alternatives to traditional fertilisers—particularly those that avoid animal-derived ingredients like blood and bone meal. Recently, a customer asked us about the best fertilisers to help ..

Which Glyphosate do I use? We’re often asked about the differences between the three types of Glypohsate we sell. The basic answer is nothing.  Well, almost nothing.  The main difference is the strength.  A higher strength glyphosate means you use less in your spray tank.  There are a few other differences, like ease of use, quicker absorption, a..

Enhancing Agricultural Practices with Efficient Herbicide and Fertiliser Application by Helicopter In modern agriculture, effective weed management and precise application of fertilisers are crucial for optimising crop yields and ensuring sustainable farming practices. Helicopter-based aerial agrichemical application offers significant advantages,..

How to Clean Been There from your Spray Tanks Cleaning your spray tank after using "Been There" products, particularly the red variant, can be a bit challenging due to its persistent staining properties. This issue is common across all red spray marker dyes in the market. However, there are effective methods to remove these stains and maintain the..

Introducing the Nitrosol Retail Range to Rainbow & Brown We are excited to announce the arrival of two fantastic additions to our gardening product line: Nitrosol Oceanic and Nitrosol Tomato. These products bring the renowned quality of Nitrosol into convenient 1L sizes, perfect for the home gardener. Nitrosol Oceanic is a trusted favourite among..