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Toby Williams, David Seymour, Duncan Humm, Phil Duncan.
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Farmer confidence remains at 'stubbornly low levels'
Feds’ latest Farm Confidence survey shows it has fallen since the start of the year.
Wayne Langford talks farm confidence on The Country
Wayne Langford, David Seymour, Phil Duncan, Karen Morrish, Dave Courtney.
NZ sheep dog trialling legend dies in farm accident
The New Zealand Sheep dog training captain was killed in an ATV crash on Monday.
A strong crop of finalists for 2024 Arable Awards
The awards celebrate 'all that’s good in our arable sector'.
New bill proposed to limit regional councils' role in greenhouse gas regulation
Federated Farmers backs bill to limit local emission regulations.
‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone Gabrielle
When the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.
'Common sense': Rules on creating wetlands to be relaxed
Relaxing rules around developing wetlands is “common sense”.
The Country: Winston Peters on agreeing to disagree
Wayne Langford, Winston Peters, Kate Acland, Jane Smith, Chris Brandolino, Chris Russell.
How a high-flying bond trader became one of NZ’s largest farmers
Corporate farming a trend, don't write off the family farm just yet, Forbes Elworthy says.
Government's announced inquiry into rural banking welcomed by Federated Farmers
The Govt's announcement of an inquiry into rural banking is welcomed by Federated Farmers.
Farmers call on MPs to help rally for fair banking
'Farmers want to know our local MPs understand the pressures we are under.'
Agriculture removed from ETS; He Waka Eke Noa disbanded
The Government also announces new initiative.
Young 'cash poor' farmers in 'mental stress' - Fed Farmers
'Our returns are down, our costs are up, and there’s very little spare cash.'
Regional Feds support call for rural banking probe
Gisborne-Wairoa Fed back calls for an independent inquiry in rural banking
Three Northland projects in line for new regional funding
All three projects have resource consent, are construction ready.
Prominent farmer boycotts wool auctions as frustration grows
Tony Williams says the wool auction system does not serve farmers well.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
Fans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.
Farmer humbled by King's Birthday Honour
Sam Lewis has been dedicated to farming and associated businesses.
The rural women breaking the grass ceiling in the 1940s
Women’s Division of the Farmer’s Union became Women’s Division Federated Farmers in 1947.
Gisborne Parliamentary-Feds Sports Day raises $300k
Parliament versus Federated Farmers day at Patutahi was an 'awesome' event.
Farmers v politicians charity games results on The Country
Wayne Langford, Wayne McLaughlin, Kathrin Jankowiec, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Phil Duncan.
Shane Jones talks mining on The Country
Shane Jones, Samuel Whitelock, Dan Hodgen, Phil Ropiha, Toby Williams.
Politicians vs farmers in fundraiser rugby match
Rugby fundraiser is to support farmers affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Parliamentary Sports Day at Patutahi a farm recovery fundraiser
Paddy's Park to host rugby and netball tomorrow to help farmers.
Feds' latest rural banking survey on The Country
Richard McIntyre, Ben Picton, Katie Milne, Warwick Catto, Jamie Strang, Chris Russell.
Charlie Reynolds back as Gisborne-Wairoa Feds president
“I’m looking forward to helping with the challenges that the region’s farmers face."
2023 a tough year for regional farmers - Feds
'Significant' central government support needed after cyclone devastation.
The Country: Feds president on the ongoing dry
Wayne Langford, Dave Martin, Chris Brandolino, Gill Naylor, Stu Duncan, Barry Soper.
Preparations for 56th Fieldays ramp up
This year's event will have a line-up of 1000 exhibitors at Mystery Creek.
Rural Advocacy Hub at Fieldays 2024
"We can achieve a lot more for farmers than any one organisation can working alone."
Lacing up the boots for Gisborne-Wairoa Fed Farmers fundraiser
Feds to play Parliament in rugby, netball at Ngātapa.
Farmer says road plan will return area to the 'Middle Ages'
Sheep and beef farmer Jared Coogan is worried school children will be put at risk.