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A new scholarship programme aims to support an emerging leader within the primary industries.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 04 May 2016 09:55

Animal extremists will never be satisfied

Livestock farmers will never be able to satisfy "extremists" such as SAFE because they are opposed completely to animal farming, says NZPork chairman Ian Carter.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 04 May 2016 07:55

Chinese trip a boost for ag exports

The upsurge in Chinese tourists visiting New Zealand will help boost demand for NZ products there.

Published in General News
Monday, 02 May 2016 11:55

Name a puppy

The Ministry for Primary Industries is giving New Zealand schools a chance to name one of its six new bisecurity puppies.

Published in General News

The Minister for Primary Industries, Nathan Guy, says the proposed animal welfare regulations now out for consultation are very important for the NZ primary sector.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 28 April 2016 18:25

Velvetleaf inspections nearing end

Velvetleaf inspections in Southland will continue until the end of this week.

Published in General News

Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy has welcomed John Parker as the new chair of the Primary Growth Partnership's independent Investment Advisory Panel (IAP).

Published in General News
Wednesday, 27 April 2016 13:55

European farmers hurting too

European dairy farmers are hurting too, says Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 27 April 2016 11:55

Common sense rules — Editorial

In many ways the Government's new regulations on animal welfare should not be necessary.

Published in Opinion
Tuesday, 26 April 2016 12:55

Dairy issues high on trade mission agenda

The minister for Primary Industries, Nathan Guy, spoke to the Chinese Minister of Agriculture in Beijing last week.

Published in General News
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