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Fieldays celebrates 50th year of showcasing ag and innovation to rural & urban audiences.
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Rural Sports Awards finalists named
Sportsman & woman, young sportsperson, contribution and Legacy nominees announced
Rodeo protesters 'small, flaky group'
Spectators enjoyed a full day of action while more than 100 people protested outside.
Central Otago A&P Show stalwart in it for long haul
One man has been in it for the long haul at the Central Otago A&P Show.
Rodeo: Bikes to bulls, no bother for Oamaru cowboy
Whether it has four legs or two wheels, Connor Sandri is proving he can handle both.
Sheep dog trials: Great turnout for Dannevirke
The Dannevirke Sheep Dog Trial Club has just held a successful two-day event.
Watch: Field Days provide a welcome break for farmers
Damien O'Connor says Field Days are the perfect opportunity to reach out.
Swazi Man shares his success mantra
From caribou hunting to starting a business, clothing label founder to share learnings
Siblings compete for Farmer of the Year
West Auckland siblings could come face-to-face at FMG Young Farmer of the Year.
Shearing: Stratford wins it for the South
Nathan Stratford became South Island Shearer of the Year for the first time on Saturday.
Balmy show day draws Raetihi crowds
Raetihi A&P Show popular with families big turn out on the day
Southern Shears: Milton woolhandler claims title
Results from the Woolhandling on the first day of the Southern Shears at Gore.
Woolhandling for Easter Show
It's thought it will be the first time woolhandling competition will be held at the show.
Young Guns fire several shots at dog trials
Young trialists show good form at sheep dog event
Rodeo animals protected by welfare code - MPI
MPI lays out minimum standards of care for rodeo animals
New boss for Hawke's Bay Showgrounds Tomoana
New A&P Society boss: "I am a showgoer. We love it."
Federated farmers supportive of by-the-book rodeo
Hawke's Bay Federated Farmers president Will Foley weighs in on rodeo debate.
Are rodeos all but over?
Banned in many parts of the world, is it time to call time on rodeos in New Zealand?
NZ rodeo has its happy families
Family involvement in New Zealand rodeo goes back three and four generations
Bull-fighter and breeder's view of rodeo
Mr Bird, who has an inside view, is convinced that the sport is not cruel.
Watch: Bill English, Damien O'Connor in shearing action
Shearing gets political at Southern Field Days.
The Country - Southern Field Days Part II edition
Lisa Murray, Damien O'Connor, Sir David Fagan, Nathan Penny and a cast of thousands!
Rodeo organiser unfazed by protesters
Animal Welfare Code adhered to, says organiser and bull breeder Shane Bird.
Lamb and wool marketers confident
Confidence in lamb and wool markets but meat industry having a "quieter" year.
Southern Shears gets under way in Gore
Mataura shearer Brett Roberts aims to come back strongly at this year's event.
Big toy has price tag to match
The world's largest conventional tractor also has a rather large price tag.
Momentum grows in understanding of farming, farmers
Katie Milne says people are beginning to realise how amazing farmers are.
Beer, salt and chops challenge blokes
Beer-tasting a popular part of the Southern Man competition at Southern Field Days.
Golden Shears: Odds on Rowland Smith to retain title
Reigning champion Smith seeking the title for a fifth time in six years.
Fishing comp to give economy $1m boost
Popular fishing event good news for stores and accommodation providers.
Primary sector awards to award sustainability
Entries for the Napier Port's Hawke's Bay Primary Sector awards are open now.
Strong candidates line up for FMG Young Farmer of the Year
The Manawatu Regional Final of the FMG Young Farmer of the Year will be held in Wellington
Northland Dairy Industry Awards finalists named
Finalists have been named for the Northland Dairy Industry Awards.