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Speculation about the state of Federated Farmers’ financial position has some sources claiming it is facing a deficit of up to $700,000 this year.

Full credit to the Inland Revenue Department for telling people to look after themselves and their families first and foremost, rather than worrying about not meeting their tax obligations.

New Zealand's regulations on genetically modified agriculture are “not fit for purpose,” says South Canterbury farmer and national president of Federated Farmers, William Rolleston.

The Government expects to announce a support package for farmers affected by the earthquake with the “next few days”, says the Minister for Primary Industries, Nathan Guy.

Federated Farmers president Dr William Rolleston has been appointed acting president of the World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) at a meeting in Geneva.

Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith’s voice of reason is the common sense approach New Zealand needs when it comes to genetically modified organisms, says Federated Farmers’ president Dr William Rolleston.

Federated Farmers wants a plan to attract the world's top scientists to New Zealand to concentrate on those who will work on primary sector initiatives and the environment.

All beekeepers will be now represented by Apiculture New Zealand.

Federated Farmers has unveiled six winners in its inaugural National Conference Awards.

Feds president Dr William Rolleston gave an address to the Federated Farmers National Council this morning. Here's what he said.