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Samantha Gordon wins third open woolhandling title
Gordon became the third of her family to win an open-class title this season.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'Common sense has prevailed': Teachers welcome agriculture U-turn
Erica Stanford reversed plans to fold Year 11 Agriculture into general science.
The Country: What the US midterms mean for global trade
On today: Winston Peters, Michael Every, Trish Rankin, Chris Russell, Rowena Duncum.
'Stressed and under pressure': NZ soils face growing threats
A global report warns New Zealand's productive soils face erosion and water risks.
The Country: Matt Bolger on a booming dairy market
Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Matt Bolger, and Mike Petersen.
'Massive clouds of wool': Hawke's Bay sheep finally caught and shorn
A team of six people and three dogs finally captured the runaway sheep on Te Mata Peak.
Hawke's Bay growers urged to target higher value crops after McCain closure
A study found Hawke's Bay growers should avoid a McCain-style large-scale model again.
Dairy prices keep climbing
Dairy prices rise for a third consecutive Global Dairy Trade auction.
'Significant milestone': NZ dairy production reaches record high
Record milk production highlights gains in genetics and farm performance.
The Country: Damien O'Connor talks Election 2026
Jamie Mackay talks to Colin Hurst, Damien O'Connor, Todd Clark and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.
Search begins for dairy's next leading woman
Nominations are open for the 2027 Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year award.
Why bringing agriculture back to Year 11 is a win
OPINION: The return of AgHort science sends a strong signal to students.
Tougher RMA penalties hit Waikato dairy farmer
Wayne Maurice Clarke was fined $97,500 for unlawful dairy effluent discharge.
Poor Australian harvest opens market for NZ's lower-grade avocados
Domestic supply reached 101,531 trays in late August, above the 50,000 mark.
The Country: Stanford backs standalone Year 11 ag subject
On today: Erica Stanford, Pita Alexander, Blair McLean, David Seymour and Phil Duncan.
'We are a village': Life at Makahuri
A derelict Catholic boarding school has become a unique co-housing community in Te Horo.
Vege tips: Why you should grow peas
OPINION: Peas are easy to grow, productive and loved by kids and adults alike.
No permits, no fees: Building a milking shed in 1939
'Entire dependence on rainwater is not satisfactory' and other dairy wisdom from 1939.
KayJay Angus: 107-year farming legacy delivers standout bull
Wairarapa stud's latest success reflects generations of breeding and family commitment.
Ellingham family farm enters fifth generation after 136 years
The 750-hectare farm began with Richard Ellingham in 1890.
The Country: Rain sends Australian cattle prices higher
On today: Rowena Duncum, Riley Kennedy, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Chris Russell, Tim Martin.
'Deer running everywhere': Ākitio Station shoots about 1800 deer in three years
Ākitio Station owner Edwyn Kight said deer numbers exploded after Covid lockdowns.
'Awesome crop' of cherries, early harvest looks likely
Cherry growers are preparing for an early harvest, but El Niño remains a concern.
The Country: Former Feds leaders on farming's future
On today: Christopher Luxon, Richard McIntyre, Toby Williams, Ben Picton and Kane Brisco.