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Good, friendly advice never far away
Dairy Connect is providing a support network of people that understand each other.
Listen: Don Carson on new farm safety programme
Don Carson is pleased with a program for farm safety but concerned it is run by WorkSafe.
Care needed with raw milk, says MPI
MPI says some people who drink raw milk may not understand the risks of getting sick.
First facial eczema detector ahead of the times
People weren't impressed with their invention to detect facial eczema spores, but it works
Helicopter rescue seeks rural support
Lowe Corporation Rescue Helicopter Service relies on community for donations and support.
Facial eczema danger in Whanganui region
Farmers urged to monitor facial eczema in livestock after sudden spike in spores.
Sean Bennett: Invest in your yourself and future
Wellbeing of farmers is becoming an increasingly regular topic at industry field days .
Leptospirosis impacts put under microscope
Leptospirosis not just confined to farmers and meatworkers, as it has been in the past
Farmers urged to protect sheep stock against fungal disease
Facial eczema needs to dealt with quickly if farmers want to cash in on stock price highs.
Rabbit breeders fear release of 'horrific' rabbit virus K5
The K5 virus could affect both domestic and wild rabbits - and SPCA urge caution.
All in the family: a saddle for a kidney
You could say it was an interesting swap - a saddle for a kidney.
Protect your dog with a $55 vaccine
Whanganui veterinarians are urging owners to vaccinate their dogs against parvovirus.
Fewer TB tests for some North Island farmers
The TBfree programme is showing excellent results in the North Island.
Federated Farmers: Stay connected with friends in the primary sector
Feds: The rural-urban disconnect may not be as marked as some commentators claim.
Former PGG Wrightson manager: You can't work forever
After nearly three decades working at PGG Wrightson's Kathryn Fagg is calling time.
Federated Farmers: New rabbit virus a relief for farmers
The release of a new rabbit virus is giving farmers cause for relief.
CHB medical practices and DHB looking to address GP shortages
Waiting lists for GPs commonplace across the country, say Tukituki Medical Centre doctors.
Sunflower crop boosts wellbeing for farmer, herd
Towering plants brighten lives and boost production.
Central Otago vineyards making wine vegan-friendly
A handful of Central Otago wineries are producing wines that are suitable for vegans.
WorkSafe: Man's death in potato harvester reminder of the dangers
Easton Agriculture have been sentenced after a man died in a potato harvester in Shannon.
New CHB residents struggle with GP waiting times
Central Hawke's Bay's new residents are struggling to find a local GP to register with.
Farmer killed in Motu crash
A farmer has been killed in a crash on farmland in Motu. Photo / Google
Cutting the ribbon to what seemed an 'impossible dream'
Castlecliff Health to cut the ribbon on new site on Saturday
Great DDT Muster gathers pace
An initiative to rid New Zealand of banned pesticides such as DDT is gaining momentum.
Sheep shooting worry for Waitawheta farm family
A mysterious sheep shooting has raised concern in Waitawheta.
Rural Support Trust there for lonely farmers
Rural support trusts help those who live and work rurally through tough times.
Public to have a say on de-chlorinated taps
Discussion on installing de-chlorinated taps held off until LTP
Dead birds near Kapiti waterways show signs of avian botulism
Signs of suspected avian botulism in Kapiti sparks warnings to avoid dead birds.
Rachel Rose: Herbicide resistance rising - let's adapt
Increasing weed resistance will render herbicide sprays redundant
Listen: Farmer retirement - don't leave it too late
Rhodes Donald on some interesting findings in his study of retired farmers.
Potato farm death destroys 'a million dreams'
The man's death had destroyed "a million dreams", a community member said.
Ruapehu's only doctor steps down
Ruapehu's only general practitioner Dr Jim Corbett has stepped down.
Mischa Clouston: People of all ages should keep learning
Curiosity and an inquiring mind have benefits to people of all age groups.