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Delaying the introduction of new water reforms was not an option according to the two cabinet Ministers directly involved – Environment Minister David Parker and Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor.

The Government has announced a $700 million fund to support the primary sector and other groups in meeting new clean water standards.

The Government has announced a $700 million fund to support the primary sector and other groups in meeting new clean water standards.

It’s been two years since NZ decided to eradicate Mycoplasma bovis.

It’s been two years since NZ decided to eradicate Mycoplasma bovis.

The Tractor and Farm Machinery Association (TAMA) is calling on the Government to take urgent measures to help its sector in the face of plummeting sales.

Budget 2020 makes major investments in the primary sector that will support more than 10,000 people into jobs, claims Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor.

The Government has set up a $500,000 fund to help farmers and growers recover from drought.

As a result of COVID-19, the world has learned to operate, communicate, and negotiate online.

A new $500,000 fund aims to help farmers and growers better prepare for droughts.