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Elemental Cider wins awards for locally-made cider
Carmen Gray, NZ's only female cider maker, earns international recognition for her ciders.
New Forest Farm opening for public tours
Glenn and Lynda Howatson to showcase sustainable farming, offer advice in Taranaki tours.
Join Team HOPE's 10th birthday bash with Matt Chisholm
Central Taranaki charity Team HOPE is celebrating its 10th birthday in November.
Tulips thrive in Midhirst, garden now open by appointment
John Vernon’s tulip garden in Midhirst is starting to bloom.
Apprentice crossing the ditch for technician awards
'I’m a bit nervous but I think it’ll be pretty cool.'
Prestigious accolade for Alton farmers
Their efforts to protect biodiversity were recognised at the national awards ceremony.
Midhirst local inspiring positive change
The 19-year-old World Vision youth ambassador taught 40 tricks to a group of dogs.
Course graduates ready to work: 'Thank you for giving me an opportunity of a lifetime'
The graduates are now qualified for the forestry and conservation sector.
Warmer June, less rain for lower North Island
The latest Niwa outlook report covers what's expected over the next three months.
Foodbank drive to meet the need
The two farmer-led initiatives ensure those in need get meat and milk.
Supply chain opportunities for Whanganui
BlueFloat Energy wants to hear from Whanganui businesses.
Taranaki loader driver wins national champs
Stratford's Travid Young came out on top against 12 other machine operators.
Former Stratford student wins big at industry awards
Monique Radford, who grew up in Stratford, now lives in Ashburton.
Top placings for Stratford woodchoppers
Stratford brothers Shane and Jack Jordan went head to head at the national competition.
Twilight Gala to support Lepperton School
Money raised at the gala will go towards funding activities and supplies for the school.
Rare breeds on show at Huiroa farm
From llamas to clydesdales, creatures great and small are on show at the Taranaki farm.
Tarata's sheep dog trials offer fun for all the family
Dogs and their handlers will show off their skills at an annual event in Tarata.
Stratford rural workshops to help farmers
Worm management and finance management are the focus of two upcoming events.
Nightmare on Flint Road a horrifying success
Fundraiser set to scare the daylights out of you.
Summer Flower Show coming to Hāwera
The South Taranaki-based society organises a summer and autumn flower show each year.
Family fun coming to Egmont A&P Show
Egmont A&P Show Association's Dale Mosley says the show will have lots of entertainment.
Kids hammer and nail to make Stratford pest-free
The traps will be put along Stratford's Carrington Walkway.
Learn a new skill at Egmont A&P Show
The area under the grandstand will have workshops, activities and free presentations.
Stratford A&P Show: Plenty to see at this year's show
Stratford A&P Society president Paul Vanner says the show will have plenty of rural fun.
Free show entry for kids under 14
The Stratford A&P Show received its first grant from the Toi Foundation in 1995.
Special guest coming to annual show
Santa and his elves are taking a break from the North Pole to attend the event.
Rabobank gifts rural school farming books
Auroa School principal Jared Chittenden says the books are popular at the school.
Stratford A&P Show: Dogs and handlers set to be put through their paces
Organiser Murray Austin says the sheepdog trials are open to a range of levels and skills.
Workshop to give farmers dry stock tips
The upcoming workshop will teach farmers drystock nutrition tips.
Fun and games at Midhirst School Pet Day
The rain couldn't wash away the smiles on the pupils' faces at the annual event.
Stratford A&P Show adds more fun to the fair
This year's show has a mix of old, new and returning activities, says Vicki Jagersma.
Ball gives farmers a night off the farm
Knowing all the right moves isn't a requirement to attend, says Karen Eichstaedt.
Tulips in bloom at Midhirst farm
The tulips are in bloom and Midhirst and John Vernon says they're amazing.
Cannabis company buzzing after 'milestone' export
Cannasouth is the first company in NZ to export cannabis API to Australia.
Final farming council meeting for Bryan Hocken
Bryan Hocken has retired from Beef and Lamb NZ Western North Island Farm Council.
Old McCutcheon truck getting back on the road
The truck was last used in 1960s as a delivery truck.
New CD audiobooks for Stratford Library
There is a range of titles suited for every child, Bridget Roper says.
Farm safety at the forefront of challenge
The Taranaki Secondary School Agricultural Safety Challenge started 25 years ago.
Course gets people ready for workforce
The graduates received a New Zealand Level 2 certificate.
Lame stories make for interesting read
The book contains stories all relating to one theme - lameness.
Formal festivities for Taranaki farmers
The event marks the end of a five-event series in Taranaki.
Stratford woodchopper a cut above the rest
The Stratford woodchopper is a third generation axeman.
Market brings food, craft and more
The market runs on the third Saturday of each month during winter.
Valais Blacknose sheep ready for open day
Three speciality sheep breeders are opening their farm gates for the day.
Ratapiko School appoints new principal
Ratapiko School's new principal says its never to late to follow your dreams.
National Party leader to stop in Stratford
This Friday Taranaki farmers have the chance to have a cuppa with Christopher Luxon.
Farmers to get off the farm and into learning
The field day takes place at the back of Stratford.
North Island's best sheepdogs vie to be top dog in Taranaki
Taranaki's top dogs will be competing for the top spot at the sheep dog trial champs.
PKW hosts farmers for open day event
The open day aimed to teach Taranaki farmers about the benefits of sheep milking.
Impact of low-flow hydro studied
The project will look at whether low-flow hydro is sustainable.
Open day to educate on sheep milk
The special open day will teach farmers about sheep milking.
Eltham's little cheese factory wins big
The cheese factory scooped up a number of awards and medals.
Equestrian events a highlight of show
Horse riders and their equine friends travelled from around the country to compete.
Competition brings festive cheer to rural Taranaki
The Taranaki Rural Farm Art and Sculpture competition aims to spread festive cheer.
Young Farmers chairwoman wins Emerging Director award
A Taranaki woman will be able to increase her governance skills over the next year.
Stratford lad wastes no time in qualifying as butcher
From apprentice to qualified butcher for The Family Butchery staff member.
Hāwera's Dennis fire truck fully restored
The fire brigade has restored a piece of Hāwera's history.
St Joseph's School Stratford pupils visit Dolly's Milk
St Joseph's School Stratford pupils visited Dolly's Milk.
Inglewood Young Farmers Club receives award
Inglewood Young Farmers Club has received an award for membership growth.
Free spot checks help early detection
The spot check van was parked at the Stratford A&P Showgrounds.
Project to see if curiosity killed the possum
Did curiosity kill the possum? This project will help find the answer.
Course kick starts forestry and conservation career
The course helps people kickstart their career in the forestry and conservation sectors.
Taranaki field day teaches value of hill country
The event will help farmers identify resources and the value they have to their business.
Workshop to help farmers get best from ewes
The workshop will teach farmers a range of skills
Community rallies behind farmers after accident
Thea Schumacher says she has been blessed by real-life angels since the accident.
18-year-old and heading dog win competition
Rhys and his dog Joy were the winning combination at a recent dog trial.
Three surfboards donated to mental health initiative
Surfing For Farmers have three new surfboards with a special feature.
Scholarships help Taranaki university students
Two Taranaki students have benefitted from Meat Industry Association scholarships.
Valuable skills taught by parents and farmers
Auroa school pupils learn about the primary sector through the Agri-Kids programme.
Good results at Taranaki Ayrshire Club show
There was good results at the Taranaki Ayrshire Club junior show.
Tractor trek to support children's mental heath
The tractors leave New Plymouth on February 14.
Fibre group out to weave friendship
The creative fibre group meets on the first Saturday of each month
Eltham cheeses win at prestigious awards
The cheeses picked up a number of international awards.
Company wins gold medal for manuka honey
Tarata Honey has struck gold with its creamed manuka honey
'Cow poo' garden pulled from festival over complaints
Owner says some guests at the garden festival don't understand how dairy farms work.