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The Meat Industry Association has painted a bleak picture of what it says could happen to some rural communities; Farmers are being told to plan ahead to avoid delays getting their stock processed at… Read more Audio

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Farmers in Waikato have about another three weeks without rain before the dry conditions will warrant emergency assistance, according to a group of local experts. Audio

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Central Otago cherry growers are reporting a tough season, with yields about half the normal size due to poor weather conditions. Audio

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The listed dairy company Synlait says farmers should still be careful how they spend their money, despite an increase in its forecast milk price payout for the current season. Audio

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A review into the export of livestock has some farmers worried about the future viability of their businesses. Audio