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The Hound keeps despairing at the poor knowledge and appreciation of farming in NZ.
Prime examples are the anti-farming policies of many political parties contesting this year’s general election – spurred on by ill-informed activist groups like Greenpeace. He reckons this country could even be getting to the same stage as the US where the rural/urban divide is so large. In fact, a recent survey in the US found that 7% of all Americans actually believe chocolate milk is produced by brown cows. Only in America.
A Chinese business leader says Chinese investors are unfairly viewed as potential security risks in New Zealand.
In the first of two articles focusing on electrification in New Zealand, Leo Argent talks with Mike Casey, operator of the 100% electric-operated Electric Cherries orchard and founder of advocacy group Rewiring Aotearoa.
A Foundation for Arable Research initiative which took a closer look at the efficiency of a key piece of machinery for arable farmers - their combine harvesters - has been recognised at the Primary Industry NZ Awards.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has reiterated New Zealand’s ‘China And’ policy, adding that it wasn’t about choosing one market over another but creating more options for exporters.
A long running trade dispute between New Zealand and Canada over dairy access has been resolved.
New Zealand Police is urging rural property owners to remain vigilant and ensure their property is secure.
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