Have your say
Last issue we asked Rural News readers whether they supported the Groundswell NZ protests on Friday 16 July.
Rural News is keen to hear your views about what's happening in the sector.
Over the next few issues, we will be running different farmer polls asking for feedback on various topics.
This week's question is about farmer representation...
Do you believe that farming leaders are standing up enough to the Government over new regulations and rules it wants to introduce on the sector? Yes or no.
To vote, go to: https://bit.ly/2TGf37X
Six industry organisations, including DairyNZ and the Dairy Companies Association (DCANZ) have signed an agreement with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) to prepare the country for a potential foot and mouth outbreak.
The 2026 Red Dairy Cow conference will be hosted by New Zealand in March.
While global dairy commodity prices continue to climb in most key exporting countries, the second half of the year is expected to bring increased downside risks.
In a surprise move, Federated Farmers meat and wool group has dumped its chair Toby Williams.
Former MP and Southland farmer Eric Roy has received the Outstanding Contribution to New Zealand’s Primary Industries Award.
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