Close race for top places in National shearing circuit
So far, the series is led by Southland shearer Nathan Stratford, who won in 2014 and 2022.
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Farmers encouraged to calibrate harvesters
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Farmers and truck drivers protest in Romania
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Dr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is food really too expensive?
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Big appetite for Horowhenua's Royal AP&I Show
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