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Federated Farmers: Government need to invest in science

Federated Farmers: Return to election issues

Dominic George: Where would we be without bees?

I didn't realise until this week how important bees are to our existence.

Gimblett Gravels entrant triumphs

Fran O'Sullivan: Footprint in China widens

There's a lot riding for Fonterra as a result of its soon-to-be official partnership with China's biggest infant formula-maker Beingmate a key play in their expansionary global strategy.

The Innovators: Finding a better way to spray

Calving pattern can be improved

Dominic George: Hacking risks I can't bare it

The hacked photos of a naked Jennifer Lawrence and other celebs this week has provided wonderful stimulation of the senses for many around the globe - me included.

Warm fires without the effort

Fantastic lifestyle a huge part of the lure of dairying

Paul Dykes: Income improves but shopping sprees unlikely

A record Fonterra dairy payout, much improved orchard returns and rising prices for red meat have put a smile on faces across the agribusiness sector, but uncertainty still hangs over rural New Zealand.

Fran O'Sullivan: Planning pays dividends

Waikato duck study New Zealand first

A thin breeze with echoes of snow slides across Te Awamutu's Lake Mangakaware, rustling raupo and rippling the surface of the small rural waterway.

Dominic George: We re far too quick to judge

They say a week is a long time in politics - and the same can be said for sport.

Exploring the Parental Leave and Employment Act

Veteran farmer snapped at national conference