New Mycoplasma bovis find on North Canterbury farm
A farm has tested positive for Mycoplasma bovis in the north Canterbury region.
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Low intensity dairy farmers take award
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Fonterra brass urged to give a Kiwi CEO a go
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OIO rule changes affecting foreign farm sales
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Opinion divided over irrigation funding cuts
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Govt begins winding down irrigation funding
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Local Focus: Visits to help encourage farming careers
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