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Government farm forestry ban good news but questions remain
Farm to forestry conversion loopholes must be closed, Federated Farmers says.
'Confronting': Contract milkers' survey reveals financial, mental health issues
Sharefarming Consultants, which took the survey, said the results were “disappointing".
The Country: Feds on Reserve Bank’s capital rules
Richard McIntyre, David Seymour, Chris McCollough, Tom Young, and Phil Duncan.
'Paddocks black with ducks': Farmers want mallards classified as pests
Federated Farmers says ducks munching through crops are causing big problems.
The Country: Wayne Langford on farming in Mongolia
Wayne Langford, Peter Almond, Jerry Buttimer, Jo Luxton, Duncan Humm and Craig Hickman.
'Desperately need water': Drought tightens grip on farmers
'Springs and wells are drying up, putting huge pressure on stock water availability.'
‘The grass is golden’: Farmers desperate for rain
'A lot of people are struggling for water to feed their stock.'
Rural community still cherishes their hall
The Hunga Hunga Hall has been part of the Waikato rural community since 1954.
Kieran McAnulty talks Golden Shears on The Country
Colin Hurst, Kate Acland, Kieran McAnulty, and Mark de Lautour.
Farmer confidence jumps to 10-year high - Feds
Feds president Wayne Langford has noticed a “significant shift” in the mood of rural NZ.
The Country: Wayne Langford on farmer confidence
Wayne Langford, Christopher Luxon, Emma Higgins, Andrew Murray, and Rick Ladd.
'Balm for the community': Historic lodge to rise again after fire
'The new build will enable us to continue the legacy of the grand old homestead.'
Cat crackdown could be on the way for Mid Canterbury
Ashburton District Council asked to investigate introducing a cat management programme.
'Fantastic step forward': Wool sector celebrates Kāinga Ora decision
Federated Farmers says the news is "a shot in the arm for the strong wool sector".
‘No-brainer’: Act pushes for Pāmu (formerly Landcorp) sale
Pāmu, New Zealand's largest pastoral farmer, recorded a $26 million loss last year.
How Waikato farmers are balancing growth with rising costs
Feds' Matthew Zonderop said the region had enjoyed near perfect conditions this season.
The Country: Wayne Langford wraps the year
Wayne Langford, Todd Charteris, Jo Luxton, Stu Drew, and Chris Russell.
'Mountain of a man': Canterbury mourns farming leader's passing
Prominent Canterbury farmer Colin Drummond dies after a brief illness; family shocked.
'Virtue signalling': Farmers' complaint against major banks
Banking Alliance requires clients to meet GHG reduction targets for lower interest rates.
The sector paying an average $70k
'You don’t have transport costs, you step out of the door and you’re at work.'
Respected Canterbury farmer electrocuted in 'freak accident' fixing garage door
'He was articulate and passionate... but above all else he was just a lovely man.'
Decent rain needed by Christmas to dodge the drought word
The east coast needs decent rain soon to stave off the threat of drought.
'It’s a tragedy': Respected farmer dies in accident
'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'
Editorial: Kāinga Ora decision to shun wool in state housing is baffling and must be reviewed
OPINION: Ignoring a Government directive, the move is another blow to NZ's wool sector.
'Playing with Lego': Criticism of Govt's plan for fewer trees on farms
'It’s trying to fix a problem that’s not there,' the Forest Owners' Association says.
‘Beyond disappointing’: Kāinga Ora rejects wool carpet
Disappointment as Kāinga Ora opts for synthetic over wool carpet.
Trump fallout: Can Northland expect influx of US citizens?
'They still need us': the Northland Federated Farmers president is calm about tariffs.