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Gisborne farmer new president as Rural Women NZ count down to centenary
A 'committed advocate for women and New Zealand’s primary sector over many years'
A2 Milk rallies sharply on dividend news
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Rural mental health initiative receives funds
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Shortlist announced for 2025 Zanda McDonald Award
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Deloitte Fast 50: Halter takes out top prize for 2024
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Westpac predicts $10/kg milk price after another strong auction
'We could end up with an extra $4b added to incomes.'
Creditors put dairy farm operation into liquidation – ANZ among those owed nearly $600k
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The Country: Alliance chair Mark Wynne on $95.8m loss
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'It’s been one of those years': Farmlands records more losses
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Surf's up for farmers, thanks to $15,000 grant
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Extending the lifespan of calves will create a new market for new protein source
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Napier keeps controversial site in strategy plan, Hastings votes no to building on fertile land
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Dairy boost with positive GDT result
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'Unbelievable': Jeremy Clarkson clashes with BBC reporter at UK farmers’ protest
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AgriZeroNZ says climate change solutions for agriculture will endure
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Amy Ferguson wins Corriedales woolhandling open final
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