Feds Back National’s 19 Farming National Standards
National’s pledge to introduce 19 new national standards shows the party is serious about getting Wellington out of farming, Federated Farmers says.
OPINION: Expect some big changes in the Federated Farmers leadership team at their annual meeting next month.
Three board members - vice president Karen Williams and board members Chris Allen and Chris Lewis - are standing down.
Milking It understands Feds dairy chair Wayne Langford will become the new vice president at its annual meeting in Auckand on July 8.
Tradition dictates that the vice president takes over the presidency after three years. Current president Andrew Hoggard steps down in July 2023.
Why Williams decided to step down just one year away from being eligible for the top job is a mystery.
National’s pledge to introduce 19 new national standards shows the party is serious about getting Wellington out of farming, Federated Farmers says.
The National Party’s policies to make it easier to grow fresh vegetables, secure reliable water and energy and simplify farm planning are practical changes that will give growers the confidence to invest, according to Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ).
Fonterra Co-operative Group chief financial officer Andrew Murray has resigned to take up a role outside the dairy giant.
A major move is about to get underway to improve the quality and viability of dairy beef and cattle in NZ.
Veterinarians say changes to the code of welfare for dairy cattle provides a positive foundation for improved cattle welfare across the country.
Today, 15 October, is the International Day of Rural Women, which recognises rural women’s contribution to farming, communities and the environment.
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