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Nicola Grigg, Katie Milne, Emma Poole, Stefan Vogel, Marie Fitzpatrick.
Four shearing plants stolen from CHB woolshed
Police are encouraging farmers to lock up all sheds - including woolsheds.
A&P Show countdown: Dog triallists in early action; forecast promising for main days
Preparations for the Spring Show at the end of the week have started to gather momentum.
'Devastating': School bus route review alarms rural groups
Federated Farmers and Rural Women NZ say eligibility criteria should be reviewed.
'Pretty cool': Hunters' free venison mince feeds people in need
Over 2 tonnes of venison mince processed, providing 16,000 meals to those in need.
Carl Bates - Farmers should feel encouraged by new action plan
OPINION: Taranaki farmers will benefit from government plan reducing compliance burdens.
Replacement statue of Rotorua's icon dog to be revealed
A sculpture dedicated to beloved Rotorua dog Harawene is to be unveiled this week.
Sir David Fagan talks shearing on The Country
Phil Duncan, Sir David Fagan, Hunter McGregor, Ruth Aickin.
I was told you could eat good silage
Opinion: Was her uncle having her on when he said you could eat good silage?
Weedkiller deemed okay in NZ pulled off Australian shelves
'We haven’t taken this decision lightly and are exercising a high degree of caution.'
MP Nicola Grigg on addressing inequities in the rural sector
Nicola Grigg spoke to women about their value in the rural sector.
Sweetcorn secrets: How to grow the perfect crop
OPINION: When I think of summer, I think of sweetcorn.
Cull or protect? The deer debate of 1930
“One could say that the deer are doing more good than harm."
Growing Future Farmers needs more farm trainers
Growing Future Farmers has 131 applications instead of the projected 80 placements.
'Definitely my favourite tractor': A little Fergy called Eric
Ross Sainsbury 'deliberately find jobs that I can use Eric for'.
Marcus Musson: Positive signs from China but forest owners should hold the high-fives
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First permaculture garden for Auckland Garden DesignFest
Gardeners keen on interesting design ideas are in for a treat.
US and NZ weather with Chris Brandolino on The Country
Chris Brandolino, Kathryn Wright, Ben Picton, Stu Loe, and Warwick Catto.
Younger Grower NZ title to Hawke's Bay's Fulford; Gisborne's Terekia wins speech contest
Young Grower national final celebrates success of rising horticulturists.
Innovators and scientists recognised at Beef + Lamb NZ Awards
The judges described one farm as a shining example of innovation.
'It’s lovely here': Family move from city lights to country living
'Sometimes we all just stand outside and watch the sunset.'
Stock Takes: Fonterra on a roll? Contact's play for Manawa
Fonterra’s shares and units have performed strongly over the past 12 months.
'Farmers are standing up against Fish & Game': Southland anglers face access cuts
The move comes amid 'deteriorating' relationships between farmers and Fish & Game.
'Another layer of bureaucracy': RMA technicality warning for farmers
“It would be a terrible waste of time and effort and a huge impost on the community."
The Country: Feds, the RMA, and Fish & Game
Bernadette Hunt, Derek Daniell, Chris Hipkins, John Duffy, and Chris Russell.
What does China's economic stimulus package mean for NZ dairy exports?
Only time will tell if China's economic boost package revs up consumer demand.
Zespri’s case against illegal gold kiwifruit planting goes to new court
'Pirated plantings' in global kiwifruit marketer's case.
Succession: Farmers encouraged to think about the future
Farmers need to have open and honest conversations with their families about succession.
Possible record entries for National Shearing Circuit
There are more North Island and international competitors than usual in this circuit.
Residents say solar farm changes a 'threat' to rural lifestyle
Putiki Rd residents who agreed to a solar farm in 2021 are having second thoughts.
The Country Fast Five: 'AI will empower the average farmer'
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Fast terriers and wagging hounds heading to the CHB A&P Show
CHB A&P Show, at the showgrounds on Mitchell St Waipukurau, Saturday, November 9.