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The Leader of the National Party is accusing Labour of painting farmers as villains and effectively the enemy, which he says is certainly not the case.

With the final He Waka Eke Noa (HWEN) proposal on farm emissions expected to be presented to the Government in early June, the farming sector is at a "critical crossroads".

DairyNZ chief executive Tim Mackle says reducing agricultural greenhouse gas emissions "is a tough nut to crack".

Dairy professional Rob Brazendale has joined Perrin Ag as the consultancy firm looks to strengthen its support of farmers and growers.

OPINION: DairyNZ is fighting for an emissions pricing solution that's fair and ensures you can continue running profitable and sustainable businesses.

Federated Farmers and DairyNZ say they are pleased the Government is investing in new technologies and tools that could solve the agricultural emissions issue.

No working farms in New Zealand are currently affected by bacterial disease Mycoplasma bovis.

Moving Day is the busiest time of the year for livestock movements.

DairyNZ says all cattle, regardless of their purpose, must be treated with care and respect as they are being prepared for transport and then physically transported.

Michael Kiernan's lucerne crop was a godsend in the dry Southland summer this season.