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'Opening a can of worms': Govt considers allowing KiwiSaver withdrawals for farms
Finance Minister Nicola Willis is seeking advice from Inland Revenue.
Rural worries grow over copper network deregulation
Remote residents say the possible phase-out of copper networks could be dangerous.
Opinion: SOS - please Save Our Sheep before it’s too late
Opinion: Pines, pigs and poor government policy are making sheep an endangered species.
The Country: What would Chris Hipkins' Budget look like?
Wayne Langford, Chris Hipkins, and Chris Russell.
Limits for residues of weedkiller glyphosate in food could rise
Public consultation for a proposal to raise maximum residue limits closes at 5pm today.
New crop of Primary Industries Awards finalists named
Rural heroes and champions, and emerging leaders are all in the running.
The Country: Feds update with Wayne Langford
Wayne Langford, Hayden Dillon, Karen Morrish, Chris Russell, and Pete Barnes.
'Confronting': Contract milkers' survey reveals financial, mental health issues
Sharefarming Consultants, which took the survey, said the results were “disappointing".
Farm to forestry conversions: New rules, but do loopholes remain?
Federated Farmers is concerned that gaps could lead to further farm-to-forest conversions.
Two more Hawke’s Bay farms sold to overseas buyers for forestry
Three CHB farms have sold in quick succession to overseas buyers for forestry conversion.
On The Up: How to stay positive
Some outstanding Kiwis tell us how they maintain a positive mindset.
'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining application
The Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.
Food Safety Minister under fire for possible conflict of interest
Andrew Hoggard’s sister advised against tougher infant formula standards.
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.