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LeaderBrand chief executive Richard Burke leaving role at end of year
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Foot-and-mouth outbreak could cost NZ $14.3b
The disease, caused by a contagious virus, affects cloven-hooved animals.
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Tests show a single dose reduces a cow's methane emissions be three-quarters for 100 days.
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Farming leader concerned over land and water changes
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Synlait lifts 2024/25 milk price to $8.60/kg
The dairy and infant formula maker is in the middle of a $217.8m capital raise.
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German newcomer sees potential in Gisborne apples
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Agricultural aviators hit out at proposed 'tax on a tax'
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Liquidators appointed to investigate Waitonui Group
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Of those surveyed, 50% said they would quit the role within four years of taking it up.