Anti-GMO march set
A Waipu woman has organised a march in Whangarei for locals to demonstrate their objections to the development of genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Rural
Fri 24 May 2013
Growers go for gold
In 2010/11 it exported 30 million trays of gold compared with 13 million this year.
Rain answers farmer's prayers
With the extra moisture in the ground and sunshine we should get a good response.
Nutrient program may get overhaul
An independent review has raised questions about the suitability of the nutrient management tool Overseer as a regulatory tool applying to arable farmers.
Preventing depression in farmers
Rising pressures on farmers and alarming statistics show depression is a real issue in rural communities.
Overseer review questions arable application
An independent review commissioned by the Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) has raised a number of questions about the suitability of the computer-based nutrient...
Wed 22 May 2013
Farmers attack rating proposal
A Northland farming advocacy group is objecting to Kaipara's intention to impose differential ratings of 155 per cent on property titles of more than two hectares...
Tue 21 May 2013
Overseas workers miss out
The Government's ``Jobs for New Zealanders First'' scheme has resulted in a reduction of overseas labour being brought into the Bay of Plenty.
Drought exacts heavy stress toll
This year's drought may cost Northland dairy farmers about $500 million, says the Northland Rural Support Trust.
Light at the end of the tunnel for sheep and beef
For a good proportion of sheep and beef farmers, the light at the end of the tunnel has, for some time, been the headlight of a train heading towards them.
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