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Dominic George: My eulogy was a little unnecessary

Climate change will raise South Canty drought risk

Dairying future in reliable hands

People may be surprised to learn how much dairy farmers are investing to protect the environment, says a University of Waikato masters student.

Canty farmers notified on run off

Let's not burst the dam Ruataniwha is a must

Tiny ideas that grew ...

Two businesses that started in backyard sheds showcased their success at the National Agricultural Fieldays at Mystery Creek last week.

Rezoning can be problematic

Rural communities face uncertain future

Bruce Wills: Thank you and goodbye

Conor English: Goodbye, for now

Cultivars basis for change

Zespri and the Government have invested more than $15 million over the past three years in a kiwifruit breeding project that may shape the future of the industry.

Kokako given a fighting chance

A small population of endangered kokako in the Kaimai Mamaku Forest has the potential to become one of the largest in New Zealand.

High fibre gives calves great start

What has traditionally been problematic terrain on which to graze newly weaned calves has proven no challenge for calves raised on a Rerewhakaaitu dairy farm.

Sheep and beef profits set to rise

Northland sheep and beef farm returns are forecast to increase to an average profit before tax of $92,900 for the 2013/14 season.

This is the lifestyle

Jamie Luman and his fiancee Ricki Smith are living their dream with highlights streamed on to Facebook.

Rural waste under the microscope

Farmers in the Bay of Plenty region will be asked to help develop a picture of how rural waste is created and its disposal.