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OPINION: Your old mate welcomes the proposed changes to local government but notes it drew responses that ranged from the reasonable…
Federated Farmers North Canterbury say farmers affected by the drought are facing a tough year ahead and will be struggling with some tough decisions.
An Angus sirloin from the farm of Forbes and Angus Cameron in Ashhurst, Manawatu has picked up the Steak of Origin award for nation's most tender and tasty steak.
Horticulture New Zealand has increased the number of places it offers on its highly regarded industry Leadership Programme this year.
Applications are now open for the Woolworths Agriculture Business Scholarship Programme, available to young Kiwis working in the primary industries sector.
New Zealand strong wool, renowned for its use in carpets, is set to become world famous for a new use – on people's feet.
A weaker New Zealand dollar, limited wool volumes and renewed client interest, combined to lift local prices across the board says NZWSI general manager, John Dawson.
Fairbrother Industries has introduced a new rock spike attachment for the Kinghitter series of postdrivers.
Farmers wanting to shift solid or liquid manures should note Toplink Machinery’s UK-made Powerspread.
NZ Tractors at the recent South Island Agricultural Field Days exhibited the Sumo Mixidisc from the UK.
Polaris continues to grow its brand in New Zealand, its first quarter result exceeding that of 2014 by at least 38%, the company reports.
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Honda was a late starter in the side-by-side market when it launched the Big Red MUV in 2009.
Are you ready for transporting your stock ahead of Gypsy Day? Here are some guidelines for preparation and the journey, courtesy of DairyNZ.
Extremist animal welfare group PETA’s campaign (Rural News, April 21) against the Australian wool industry has led to a number of advocacy groups in the sector taking action against its misleading promotion.
There may be savings to be made in dry-off treatments on some dairy farms, but care is needed to avoid cuts costing you dearly down the track, warns Dairy NZ’s mastitis specialist, Jane Lacy-Hulbert.
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