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Farmers praised for growth in rural recycling
Record-breaking volumes of plastic recycled through Agrecovery program.
Why NZ's rivers are still in a worrying state
Fresh data reveals worsening levels of E.Coli and nitrogen across 1400 NZ river sites.
The Feds say: Vote for those who understand farming
Federated Farmers reminds members how important it is to vote in local elections.
Stortford Lodge: Demand for store lambs still strong
Store lambs met strong demand and ewes with lambs at foot also rose at Stortford Lodge.
Robin Grieve: Why target methane?
NZ has good case for ringfencing the greenhouse gas, says Northland grower.
Rachel Stewart: Farm leaders in dance over freshwater plan
COMMENT: Finally long-delayed "action plan for freshwater" discussion document has arrived
Comment: Turakina and Whangaehu backbone of the farming community
Turakina is more than one of those places which you pass through on the way to somewhere.
Federated Farmers: Resentment is building
The Government is wielding a sledgehammer when a scalpel is what's needed.
Farmers demand a fair go over water consultation
DairyNZ chief executive calls on Govt to extend timeframe of freshwater consultation.
Take our climate change test: How much do you know?
The first in a series to see how well you know New Zealand's climate change numbers.
Complex topics for discussion at farmers' roadshow at Mangaweka
New freshwater policy and climate change will be topics at an environmental roadshow.
Kerre McIvor: Anguish and despair - why have we made farmers feel ashamed?
COMMENT: If farmers don't see a future, then the future of New Zealand Inc looks bleak.
Niki Bezzant: Mistrust of farmers is misplaced
COMMENT: My experience of growers of our food is that they love what they do.
Stortford Lodge: Strong sale of store lambs
Store lambs lifted slightly this week, resulting in a strong sale at Stortford Lodge.
Farming: Sheep and beef returns signal all's well with the world
Spring is lifting spirits and prices down on the farm.
Making plans for mating season
As calving draws to a close, is time to ensure mating plans are in place.
Innovation Lab support for Whanganui teen's business
Teen's project was one of to receive support from the Rural Innovation Lab.
Plan a 'kick in the guts': Fed Farmers presidents
Farmers feel attacked by Government's plan for cleaner waterways.
Watch: Calf-handling video prompts farm investigation
NZ Superannuation Fund dairy farm video further fuels public row over winter grazing.
A 'wave of change' on dairy farms
"We all use our rivers, and we all want to protect them for our future."
The Feds say: Relief over river — but not over yet
We're pleased animal rights and climate change taken into account.
Stortford Lodge: Angus steers dominate
Angus steers again dominated the cattle sale at Stortford Lodge yesterday.
Toolkit to help farmers deal with barrage of rules
Workshops help with 'a freight train' of regulations/
Tim Mackle: Time to recognise real progress made by dairy farmers
Comment: Farmers are only part of the environmental problem but can be part of a solution.
Fonterra's new financial headache, as FMA moves in on NZ's biggest company
Beingmate's rollercoaster financial ride continues.
Federated Farmers: We all want good water
A-one-size-fits-all regime for water quality just gets backs — and costs — up.
Good sale demand for feeder calves
Nearly 400 calves went under the hammer during the week.
'We're at the brink of an environmental catastrophe'
Comment: We have a chance to turn atmospheric carbon from a threat into a resource.
Feds: Burden of wellbeing initiatives may be heavy
Federated Farmers concerned more costs will pile onto ratepayers.
Roll out the red carpet for N-fixer
This hardy red clover is ideally suited for North Island soils, says Barenbrug expert.
Kate Field: Beware disposing poisonous plants
Throwing garden plants into paddocks can be dangerous to animals.
Bala Tikkisetty: Rains take nutrients from farming soils
Winter and early spring are when nutrients are most at risk of getting lost from farms.
New chief executive to lead Primary ITO
Experienced education leader Nigel Philpott will join Primary ITO as chief executive.