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Are our weather warning systems up to scratch?
The storm that hit the lower North Island and caused extensive damage to farmland was not given red warning status from forecasters.
FMG Young Farmer Grand Final anyone’s game
The countdown to Saturday night's crowning of the 'life-changing' title is on.
‘Facing the consequences’: Wairarapa recovery revealing bigger issues
Recovery is under way across the flood-hit region, but work that could ease the next event is held up by regulation.
Secondhand machinery hitting new highs at clearing sales
George Wilson, livestock representative at Carrfields Livestock, says secondhand machinery is reaching new value levels, drawing strong buyer demand to farm clearing sales.
Why it pays to order your maize seed early
Paddock selection is a common mistake and is costing farmers yield, says Cameron Hussey from Corson Maize.
‘Get it in now’: Slam-dunk solar?
CEO of Rewiring Aotearoa Mike Casey says the policy announcement feels like Christmas.
Proposed blueberry import rules could threaten NZ crops
Blueberries NZ says MPI's proposed import health standard is too weak to keep pests and diseases out of the country.
Northern Young Farmer up for second Grand Final attempt
Justin Ruygrok has been preparing for the final while working to buy the farm he 50/50 sharemilks.
Urgency to fix ag vehicle weight rules before season starts
Rural Contractors NZ is calling on government to overhaul the system for large agricultural machines as they become very difficult or impossible to permit.
‘Business as usual’ for new National Feds head
Newly elected Feds National President Colin Hurst says he will carry on the ‘great work’ Wayne Langford has done.