The FMG Young Farmer of the Year contest is set to see several changes to its structure in a major overhaul.
The TeenAg competition will be rebranded as the FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year, more technology will be used in challenges and there will be a bigger emphasis on food.
The changes will affect all competitors, including those from the nearby Marton Young Farmers Club.
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NZ Young Farmers contest board chairwoman Rebecca Brown said the changes wouldn't happen overnight, but would give the board a clear direction.
"There will still be a strong practical side to the contest, but our modules and challenges need to utilise technology more.