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Inside the massive building set to become Auckland's biggest cannabis lab
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Fonterra gets a fail mark in new report card
New report on Fonterra's 17 years in business makes for disappointing reading.
Chile farmers revolt against Fonterra milk pay levels
Fonterra's milk payments to Chilean farmers "taking advantage", says Kiwi boss.
Farmers lose hundreds of lambs to storms
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Fruit exports lead gains in wholesale trade
New Zealand's wholesale trade expanded for a 10th straight quarter.
Don't buy friesian bulls from other regions, vet warns
Northland vet says truckloads of animals coming from outside areas put region at risk.
Comment: Fighting climate change on the farm
The signs are that methane from livestock will be treated differently to CO2 emissions.
Value-add paying off for Landcorp
State-owned Landcorp says its value-add policy is paying off.
Fruit group urges 'commonsense' from MPI
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A low-emissions economy for NZ is "challenging but achievable", commission's report finds.
The hidden suffering behind Brazilian coffee beans
Brazilian coffee beans are often harvested under harsh conditions.
MPI seeks more time in fruit sector court challenge
MPI goes back to court over row with apple and stonefruit grower group.
Future bright for East Coast town with medicinal cannabis licence
The company hopes to provide new forms of economic development in the region.
Five Star Feedlot issued with M. Bovis notice
Anzco's Five Star Beef has been issued with an M. bovis notice.
Fonterra facing 'profound' issues - director
Fonterra director Scott St John has spoken out about the challenges facing the co-op.
Banks want good farming evidence, not land value
Banks' farm lending to hinge on good practice, science and technology use.
Economy Hub: Can our farmers rescue the economy?
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