New Zealand’s agriculture sector is built on do-it-yourself ingenuity, guided by pioneering research and innovation. Presenter Ruud Kleinpaste (host of Buggin' with Ruud) traces the history of New Zealand farming and agriculture in this four-part documentary series. This episode explores humble beginnings with improvised inventions to the modern high-tech operations of today. Milking machines and shearing equipment have changed the work day for farmers, while research into livestock disease and selective breeding has vastly improved the quality and quantity of farm animals.