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The development of a computer model for the replacement of dairy cattle in seasonally calving herds in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Veterinary Studies at Massey University
(Massey University, 1998)
A culling model for use in seasonally calving New Zealand dairy herds (CowCHOP) was developed. The model uses information retrieved from an on farm information system (DairyWIN) as well as farmer input to calculate an ...
The control of multivariable time-delayed processes and a generalized Smith predictor : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Production Technology at Massey University
(Massey University, 1994)
In this thesis the description, analysis and control of time-delayed multivariable processes are investigated, particularly the descriptions of multivariable processes that facilitate a multivariable extension of the Smith ...
How do Maori land owners judge whether the management of Maori incorporations is successful? : a 52.786 research report presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Business Systems at Massey University
(Massey University, 1997)
This research report has looked at the question of how Maori land owners judge success. The study has focused on the management of Maori incorporations and has engaged 47 Maori people in the exercise. It attempted to ...
Late quarternary volcanic stratigraphy within a portion of the northeastern Tongariro volcanic centre : a thesis presented as partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Soil Science
(Massey University, 1996)
Investigation of the Late Quaternary volcanic stratigraphy within the andesitic Tongariro Volcanic Centre has elucidated the history of construction of the northeastern Ruapehu and eastern Tongariro ring plains and provided ...
A framework for marine protection in New Zealand : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Resource and Environmental Planning
(Massey University, 1995)
Increased recognition of the need to protect New Zealand's marine environment for its ecological, social-cultural and economic values has occurred over the last decade. Knowledge of the Marine Reserves Act 1971 as a tool ...
Effect of maternal nutrition during early and mid-gestation on fetal growth : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Applied Science (in Animal Science) at Massey University
(Massey University, 1998)
It is generally assumed that, because the fetus has a small nutritional requirement relative to that of the dam in early gestation, differential maternal nutrition at this time is unlikely to influence fetal growth. Hence ...
How seasonal dairy farmers in the Lower North Island of New Zealand achieve high per cow production : a participatory case-study : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Agricultural Science in Farm Management, at Massey University, Palmerston North
(Massey University, 1996)
New Zealand's 14,000 seasonal dairy farmers supply 16 co-operative companies that operate 40 milk processing factories. While the industry produces only 1.5% of the world's milk, it supplies 25% of the world trade in dairy ...
Towards the professionalisation of New Zealand midwifery, 1840-1921 : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Midwifery at Massey University
(Massey University, 1998)
This thesis examines the reasons behind the move to formalise New Zealand European midwifery care in 1904 and the impact this had on midwifery practice. 'The Midwives Act, 1904' concentrated on providing a training system ...
The creation and development of an integrated nursing service within a rural community health team : an action research study : a thesis presented in partial fuflilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Nursing at Massey University
(Massey University, 1995)
This Action Research study, guided by the philosophy of Critical Social Science, was undertaken to facilitate District and Public Health Nurses working in a multidisciplinary team in a rural area to reflect on and change ...
Unskilled youth, unemployment and training : a case study : a thesis presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Social Policy at Massey University
(Massey University, 1999)
This thesis explores a training course as a way of helping unskilled school leavers become more employable. They were found to be at a disadvantage in the labour market because they lack skills and are at a greater risk ...