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The first batch of overseas drivers for local agricultural contracting work is expected in the country next week, says Rural Contractors New Zealand (RCNZ) chief executive Roger Parton.

An ‘11th-hour’ relaxation of border restrictions by the Government has been welcomed by the agri sector, but the wider industry is calling for more exemptions.

The first batch of overseas agricultural machinery operators could be in the country by mid-October, says Rural Contractors NZ (RCNZ) chief executive Roger Parton.

Agricultural contractor Grant Kinsman sticks with what he knows and likes.

An airline pilot may soon be landing in a paddock near you, driving a harvester.

Agricultural contractors are still struggling to fill the huge hole of workers it needs, despite recruiting 300 locals to the industry.

A retired Northland farmer and machinery driver says rural contractors must take some blame for the current shortage of skilled operators.

An estimated 28 million tonnes of crop worth $110 million will be at risk if overseas machinery operators are not allowed into the country, according to a new survey.

OPINION: Crunch time is approaching for the country’s agricultural contractors.

Agricultural contractors are warning about a severe shortage of skilled machinery operators for the upcoming harvest season.