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Shane Jones slams farmers over Zero Carbon Bill response
Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones has accused farmers of exaggerating the impact of the government's climate change legislation and pouring "bile" on the plans. Audio
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Fonterra shareholders' council pleased with Tip Top sale
The organisation that represents Fonterra's 11,000 farmer shareholders has given the thumbs up to the sale of its ice cream subsidiary, Tip Top.
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James Cameron takes on Kiwi farmers
Director James Cameron has taken on New Zealand's animal agriculture industry, saying people need to move to plant based diets to tackle climate change.
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Highest methane cut targets may not eventuate - minister
Farmers might in the end have to conserve less methane than the maximum set out in the government's bill to help tackle climate change, the Minister of…
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Methane reduction targets 'unreasonable' - Beef + Lamb NZ
Methane reduction targets set out in government's climate change legislation are unreasonable, the organisation representing sheep and beef producers says.
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Global dairy prices edge higher in latest auction
Dairy prices have risen slightly in the latest global auction, with the average price at its highest in nearly two years.
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PGG Wrightson shareholders to receive $235m through share buyback
The rural services company is to return $235 million to its shareholders through a share buyback.
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Limit water allocations and make rights tradeable - report
New Zealand needs to end 15 years of procrastination on how to allocate rights to water, according to a new report.
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Fungal disease worsens woes of feijoa growers
Feijoas are under attack on two fronts, from an established pest and a new strain of fungus.
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Farmers 'too scared to ask' for emotional help
First Up: A Southland farmer whose farm suffered through a cull because of M bovis says emotional support is there for those who need it - especially farmers, who might be scared to ask for help. Audio
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On the farm: Our guide to what's happening in rural New Zealand
Each week our Country Life reporters talk to farmers and orchardists up and down the country about what's happening in their area.
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Slow start to plans to track fruit and vegetables from farm to table
Research into how to trace fresh produce from farm gate to dinner table is hitting speed bumps.
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On the Farm: Our guide to what's happening in rural NZ
Each week our Country Life reporters talk to farmers and orchardists up and down the country about what's happening in their area.
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Submitters largely accept purchase of overseas carbon credits
Only a tiny minority of people submitting to the government on climate change think that New Zealand should do all the hard work by itself.
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Mānuka honey regulatory definition throws industry into turmoil
The Ministry for Primary Industries' regulatory definition of mānuka honey has thrown the honey industry into turmoil, a Northland honey expert says.
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Regional Wrap: On the Farm
Every week our Country Life reporters look at what's happening on farms and orchards around New Zealand.
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Hunter Valley Station: Matt Lauer spent $17.5m for lease
The Overseas Investment Office has revealed that former US TV host Matt Lauer spent $17.5 million for his lease of Otago's Hunter Valley Station.
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Kiwi-born shearer shatters world shearing record
A New Zealander has broken the world record for the most merino ewes shorn in eight hours at a farm in Western Australia.
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OIO changes could see more advertising of farmland sales
Farmers wanting to sell their land to sell to a foreign buyer might have to advertise their properties more thoroughly than they do now, according to new proposals from the government.
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Govt 'acted without integrity' in land lease reform - Fed Farmers
Federated Farmers have launched a scathing attack on the government over its programme on pastoral leases, accusing it of a lack of integrity.
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Clutha dry: Farmers call for drought declaration
Farmers in Otago's Clutha district are struggling with ongoing dry conditions, prompting calls for a drought.
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Diggers lift heavyweight entries to fore at pumpkin festival
Thousands are expected to attend a giant pumpkin festival near Christchurch on Sunday.
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Possible new rules for banks could hurt farmers - economist
New rules proposed for banks could hurt farmers with large mortgages, according to the ASB bank.
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Farmer confidence lifting but concerns over policy remain
Farmer confidence has lifted after three consecutive quarters of decline, but it still remains in negative territory.
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Beekeepers see increase in hive deaths
The number of reported beehive deaths in New Zealand has lifted slightly for the fourth year in a row.
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Dairy prices: 10th straight rise as volumes fall more than 9 percent
Dairy prices have again risen slightly in the latest global auction keeping prices at close to a two-year high.
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Demand for cage-free eggs contributes to national egg shortage
While a national egg shortage could mean higher prices, it's unlikely the hot breakfast staple will disappear from supermarket shelves.
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Dairy prices up at GDT for ninth time in a row
Dairy prices have risen slightly in the latest global auction to their highest level in nearly two years.
