The Country: Wayne Langford on farmer confidence
Wayne Langford, Christopher Luxon, Emma Higgins, Andrew Murray, and Rick Ladd.
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'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.
Dogs' day out: Tight final caps successful sheep dog trials
Camaraderie and competition among triallists at Poverty Bay Spring Show.
Southland Feds and Fish & Game dispute on The Country
Jason Herrick, Chris Russell, Dr John Roche, Mark Tanner.
'Devastating': School bus route review alarms rural groups
Federated Farmers and Rural Women NZ say eligibility criteria should be reviewed.
'Farmers are standing up against Fish & Game': Southland anglers face access cuts
The move comes amid 'deteriorating' relationships between farmers and Fish & Game.
The Country: Feds, the RMA, and Fish & Game
Bernadette Hunt, Derek Daniell, Chris Hipkins, John Duffy, and Chris Russell.
The Country: Flood update with Niwa’s Chris Brandolino
Chris Brandolino, Luke Kane, Tim Dangen, Emma Poole, Gerard Rushton.
'Match made in heaven': Exporters set to benefit from UAE trade deal
'We know that the people of the Gulf states are highly affluent.'
Explained: The 'excessive red tape' behind Timaru meatworks closure
About 600 people could lose their jobs.
Wet Southland spring 'takes its toll' on farmers and their animals
Some parts of the region reporting twice the monthly average of rainfall.
Feds mark 125 years of service to NZ farmers
Federated Farmers marks 125 of existence this week. 'No mean feat' - Wayne Langford.
United we stand: 125 years that shaped Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers reflects on the journey that has shaped the organisation as it is today.
The Country: Happy 125th anniversary Feds
Christopher Luxon, Mike Cronin, David Acland, Katie Milne, Wayne Langford.
Feds' Richard McIntyre talks rural banking on The Country
Richard McIntyre, Damien O'Connor, Jane Smith, Tom Young.
Farming leader concerned over land and water changes
Changes include take & use of water, wetland construction & agricultural intensification.
Feral animals are costing farmers a fortune - survey
Feral goats, pigs, deer and other wild animals are costing farmers at least $13m a year.
'Kamikaze killing mode': More than 30 sheep killed by roaming dogs
It's in a dog's DNA to kill says a farmer left with 16 dead stock.
Feds' Toby Williams talks farming and pine trees on The Country
Toby Williams, David Seymour, Duncan Humm, Phil Duncan.