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From school caretaker to blueberry farmer
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From school caretaker to blueberry farmer

Des Samuels never intended to get into blueberries; he now manages 11,000 plants.

26 Jul 05:00 PM
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Kiwifruit growers eye positive returns

The kiwifruit harvest is nearly complete, with over 215 million trays picked.

25 Jul 05:00 PM
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Moo-dern Love: Using ChatGPT to breed better cows

Online dating comes to dairying, as artificial intelligence helps artificial insemination.

25 Jul 05:00 PM

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Quad bikes focus after fatal farm incidents
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Quad bikes focus after fatal farm incidents

WorkSafe urges regular maintenance checks for farm vehicles and equipment.

23 Jul 05:00 PM
Colostrum turned into health products for export
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Colostrum turned into health products for export

An “excess” dairy product is being turned into health commodities destined for export.

22 Jul 02:00 AM
From puppy chaos to competitive husky racing
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From puppy chaos to competitive husky racing

19 Jul 05:00 PM
'They belong too': Saving NZ's endangered Arapawa goats
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'They belong too': Saving NZ's endangered Arapawa goats

18 Jul 05:00 PM
'Positive step forward': Farm-to-forest limits welcomed by farmers
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'Positive step forward': Farm-to-forest limits welcomed by farmers

18 Jul 03:00 AM
MenzShed revitalises historic dairy factory for community
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MenzShed revitalises historic dairy factory for community

15 Jul 03:00 AM
Farmers help foodbanks with milk and meat donations
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Farmers help foodbanks with milk and meat donations

Meet the Need helps connect farmers with foodbanks across New Zealand.

13 Jul 10:30 PM
'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original owner
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'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original owner

'I’ve always loved the older tractors on the farm as a kid,' Neil Dalgety says.

12 Jul 05:00 PM
'Favourable conditions': Avocado industry predicts export boom
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'Favourable conditions': Avocado industry predicts export boom

The avocado industry predicts better times after two tough seasons.

11 Jul 05:00 PM
A growing willingness to discuss mental health at Fieldays
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A growing willingness to discuss mental health at Fieldays

Fieldays’ hubs focused on health, wellbeing, rural advocacy, and careers.

11 Jul 04:59 PM
'A cracker': Fieldays 2025 sees record turnout
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'A cracker': Fieldays 2025 sees record turnout

Fieldays 2025 attracted over 110,000 visitors, up 4000 from last year.

10 Jul 04:59 PM
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01 May 12:00 AM
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Bob's small but mighty berry business
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Bob's small but mighty berry business

Bob Teal's orchard thrives on just 1.68 hectares in Cambridge.

28 Jun 05:05 PM
How a poultry club became a lifelong passion
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How a poultry club became a lifelong passion

Fiona Taylor joined the Waikato Poultry and Pigeon Club and became a judge and steward.

28 Jun 04:56 PM
Swedes: $7 for sheep food? – Hunter Wells
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Swedes: $7 for sheep food? – Hunter Wells

OPINION: Corriedales are munching swedes for free across the South Island.

27 Jun 05:00 PM
'Trailblazers': Women honoured in mining awards
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'Trailblazers': Women honoured in mining awards

Four women have been recognised in the recent mining awards.

26 Jun 04:59 PM
Strengthening the Eastern Bay farming community
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Strengthening the Eastern Bay farming community

Farmers in the Bay of Plenty enjoy free surf sessions and barbecues.

25 Jun 10:04 PM
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01 Apr 02:45 AM
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How Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmers
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How Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmers

Brent Mountfort leads Federated Farmers in advocating for 500 members on rural issues.

24 Jun 02:30 AM
Hill farming and Arabian horse breeding in Taumarunui
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Hill farming and Arabian horse breeding in Taumarunui

The Duncans breed Crabbet Arabians, known for their stamina and agility.

21 Jun 05:00 PM
'Rusty but running': 1940s bulldozer still going strong
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'Rusty but running': 1940s bulldozer still going strong

Robin Hill retired at 58 and began collecting tractors, including a 1940s Fowler VF.

20 Jun 05:00 PM
Young Farmers involvement 'life-changing' for Carla
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Young Farmers involvement 'life-changing' for Carla

Carla's involvement with Young Farmers led to leadership and networking opportunities.

19 Jun 04:59 PM
Young Farmers visit Fieldays as they gear up for grand final
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Young Farmers visit Fieldays as they gear up for grand final

A couple of top Young Farmers popped in to talk to The Country's Jamie Mackay too.

13 Jun 03:13 AM
How the Rural Advocacy Hub is bringing unity to Fieldays
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How the Rural Advocacy Hub is bringing unity to Fieldays

Politicians, including Agriculture Minister Todd McClay, plan to attend.

11 Jun 04:59 PM
Fieldays kicks off today: what’s the outlook?
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Fieldays kicks off today: what’s the outlook?

Fieldays spokesperson Taryn Storey joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to take the pulse of the rural sector as the iconic agricultural event kicks off. Video / Herald NOW

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10 Jun 08:10 PM
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Moving Day: Farmers reminded to update NAIT records
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Moving Day: Farmers reminded to update NAIT records

Farmers must update NAIT records after moving herds on June 1.

30 May 04:59 PM
Healing and life lessons from horses in Waikato
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Healing and life lessons from horses in Waikato

Sue Court and her wife bought a small farm in New Zealand to focus on horses.

24 May 05:01 PM
Hunter Wells: Talking tractors with the face on the $5 note
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Hunter Wells: Talking tractors with the face on the $5 note

OPINION: Hunter Wells hobnobbed with Sir Edmund Hillary and has the photo to prove it.

24 May 05:00 PM
'Exciting': Turning blueberry waste into eco-friendly packaging
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'Exciting': Turning blueberry waste into eco-friendly packaging

Scion and Mamaku Blue are developing sustainable fibre trays for blueberries.

23 May 05:00 PM

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US President Trump slaps 15% tariff on NZ goods
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US President Trump slaps 15% tariff on NZ goods

The White House has revised the tariff on New Zealand goods to 15% from 10%.

01 Aug 02:17 AM
Tsunami alerts with Shane Jones on The Country
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Tsunami alerts with Shane Jones on The Country

Shane Jones, Tim King, Emma Poole, and Tim Dangen.

01 Aug 02:11 AM
'Gaining ground': 6000 native trees to enhance Whanganui forest
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'Gaining ground': 6000 native trees to enhance Whanganui forest

Volunteers can help with planting on August 3.

01 Aug 01:00 AM
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Top dogs being sorted at charity trials

31 Jul 10:59 PM
The Country

Trump tariff deadline expires today - Trade Minister says 15%, 20% possible

31 Jul 08:24 PM
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Months-old apple lands Australian comedian in trouble at NZ border

31 Jul 07:52 PM
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Jeremy Clarkson faces culling his beloved cows after TB outbreak

31 Jul 06:42 PM
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‘Huge for us’: Gold medals lift Napier distillery amid tough trading

31 Jul 06:11 PM
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'Utterly frightening': Northland woman stung 50 times by wasps

31 Jul 05:00 PM
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Opinion: Expensive butter - the price we pay for dairy success

31 Jul 03:30 AM
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Tricky sheep with shearer Toa Henderson on The Country

31 Jul 01:59 AM

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Good grounds for Wairoa A&P Show to go ahead
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Good grounds for Wairoa A&P Show to go ahead

The A&P president hasn't had a show under his watch – but won't go before there is one.

28 Jul 06:18 AM
Solar panels and livestock: A new approach to farming in Waiuku
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Solar panels and livestock: A new approach to farming in Waiuku

The farm's solar panels can power between 600-700 homes near Waiuku.

28 Jul 12:01 AM
Vege tips: Daikon radishes and pickled vegetables
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Vege tips: Daikon radishes and pickled vegetables

OPINION: If you haven’t tried daikon radish in your pickles, you're missing out.

26 Jul 05:00 PM
From school caretaker to blueberry farmer
The Country

From school caretaker to blueberry farmer

Des Samuels never intended to get into blueberries; he now manages 11,000 plants.

26 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country

Pastures Past: Before the vet was just a call away

26 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country

How a TikTok-famous farmer balances comedy with cows

23 Jul 09:37 PM
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Vege tips: Getting decorative with gourds and coloured corn

19 Jul 05:00 PM
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Top of the crops: 1930s farming competitions

19 Jul 05:00 PM

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'Gut-wrenching': Motorcyclist dies after colliding with school bus
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'Gut-wrenching': Motorcyclist dies after colliding with school bus

Rūātoki Valley Rd in eastern Bay of Plenty remains closed after the crash.

01 Aug 03:54 AM
87yo to row Tauranga Harbour in tribute to son’s Atlantic feat
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87yo to row Tauranga Harbour in tribute to son’s Atlantic feat

The journey honours his late son Phil, a record-setting transatlantic rower.

01 Aug 03:47 AM
Bay of Plenty riders in top 10 for UCI events
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Bay of Plenty riders in top 10 for UCI events

Fifteen Kiwi riders are ranked in the world’s top-10 across multiple disciplines.

01 Aug 03:00 AM
Teacher hurt after asking student to put phone away
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Teacher hurt after asking student to put phone away

The incident, reported to police as a serious assault, also involved a student.

01 Aug 12:33 AM
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Police confirm Maketū operation linked to Rotorua death

31 Jul 08:06 AM
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Kawerau veteran councillor enters mayoral race after 18 years

31 Jul 04:52 AM
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Public urged to avoid beaches as tsunami surge risks remain

31 Jul 12:17 AM
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Power restored after outage hit more than 800 properties

31 Jul 12:07 AM
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