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NZ chasing transtasman machine shearing, blades shearing, and woolhandling tests.
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HortNZ scholarship programmes open for 2025
Programme focused on supporting next generation of innovators and leaders in the sector.
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How Kiwi dairy farmers can help the world
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Family forced to tear out cherry orchard after cyclone and rain
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Vege tips: Rabbits and aphids and snails, oh my!
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Cow mastitis invention wins big
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Todd McClay on Timaru meatworks shutdown
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Survey highlights Kiwis' food struggles
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Kendall Langston: How farmers can avoid the seven most expensive words in business
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Cut above the rest: Women's advanced shearing course 100% success
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CEO resigns from large farming business
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Fonterra's owners need much more info on why consumer business should go: adviser
But they may not get it until well into next year.
Southland Feds and Fish & Game dispute on The Country
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The Country Fast Five: Riding the China wave with Marcus Musson
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