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Richard Loe catches up with Adam Fricker of Rural News Group and discusses some of the key stories making headlines in this week’s issue of Rural News
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Farmers oppose work visa changes
Farmers are crying foul over changes announced by the Government this week to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.Milk price certainty
Westland Milk has reaffirmed its commitment to pay farmer suppliers 10c above Fonterra farm gate milk price for the following…Farmers fined for cattle abuse
A Waikato cattle farming family have been fined $23,000 for failing to provide sufficient food and care for their animals,…Penno's 25-year leadership role over
Troubled milk processor Synlait’s co-founder John Penno has stepped down from the board.Featured
Editorial: Farm salaries get a boost
OPINION: The recent Federated Farmers / Rabobank 2024 Farming Salaries Report revealed strong growth in farm salaries over the past two years.
Low unemployment driving up on-farm salaries, perks
The low unemployment environment is one of the key factors driving on-farm salaries higher over the past 24 months, says Rabobank general manager for country banking Bruce Weir.
Fonterra appoints new CFO
Fonterra has appointed a new chief financial officer, seven months after its last CFO’s shock resignation.
Seminar on improving dispute resolution
A seminar on rural dispute resolution has been organised at Lincoln University, Christchurch this month.
Rural GP's inspiring legacy
The legacy of Dr Peter Snow continues to inspire as the recipients of the 2023 and 2024 Peter Snow Memorial Awards were announced at the recent National Rural Health Conference.
Mars to help farmers reduce emissions
One of Fonterra’s global customers, Mars is launching an ambitious sustainable dairy plan to work with dairy farmers and cut emissions by 50%.
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Cyclone-hit wool scourer reopens
The world's largest wool scouring facility, WoolWorks Awatoto plant in Napier, is back operating at full capacity.
Off the radar
A year on and the problems created by Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle has largely dropped off the radar of media…Still picking up the pieces
Feeling forgotten and in a fragile space financially and mentally.Well said at the shed
Less Wellington bureucracy and more local, on-farm common sense was the focus of recent meetings held in South Canterbury as…State roadshow talking all things wool
'A lot of interest and positive responses' appears to be the way farmers are viewing the Government's initiative to hold…Machinery & Products
Agco invests in Finnish engine plant
While Nokia is more likely recognised for mobile devices, a major investment of €70m (NZ$126m) by global farm machinery brand…