Going one better than a frustratingly close second place finish at last year's event, the country's top axeman, Jack Jordan of Taumaranui, last weekend won the Stihl Timbersports World Championship individual event in.

Canterbury A&P Association (CAPA) show president Brent Chamberlain says a big development for this year is the Wool Zone, first introduced two years ago as a showplace for everything produced from wool, but now greatly enlarged with its own Wool Marquee and more than 30 trade sites.

Westpac NZ has announced new initiatives that aim to give customers more options to do their banking in person.

With ram buying season underway, B+LNZ is encouraging farmers to take advantage of its free online tool, nProve, to help them find the rams that best meet their breeding goals.

New Zealand red meat exports experienced a 29% increase year-on-year in September, according to the Meat Industry Association (MIA).

Drench resistance is already hitting farm profits; it's not just a future problem.

Engaging, thought provoking speakers, relevant seminars and relatable topics alongside innovative produces and services are the order of the day at the 2026 East Coast Farming Expo.

Allan Freeth, chief executive of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced he is resigning.

Farm supplies trader Ruralco has recovered from two consecutive years of losses to post a $1.25 million profit for the 2025 financial year.

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