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• Green tinge returns to North Canterbury pastures after recent rain
  The area has been suffering from low rainfall for many months. […]
• Otago farm's bird flu recovery could take months
  The ministry's chief veterinary officer Dr Mary van Andel said every trace of dirt and chicken litter needs to be removed and disposed of in a bi […]
• Cherry growers in Central Otago positive over this year's crop
  A better crop of Central Otago cherries should result in higher profits for growers this season. […]
• Fruit fly incursion: Growers confident pest can be eradicated
  The Horticulture Industry is concerned about the discovery of a single oriental fruit fly - but is confident MPI will eradicate any further incursion. […]
• Summer produce plentiful and well priced, fruit and vege expert says
  A cold summer is not translating into high fruit and vege prices, an expert says. […]
• Here's why the produce on sale might not be what you expect
  Compared to last year, a number of different types of fruit and vegetables appear cheaper. […]
• Wairoa's heavy rain more challenging for some than others - farmer
  While some will be welcoming the rain, others will be struggling with "real anxiety", farmer says. […]
• Merino company says it will probe sheep cruelty claims
  The New Zealand Merino Company says it will investigate claims of animal cruelty by an animal rights group - and could expel farms from its ethical wo […]
• Nadia Lim and husband Carlos Bagrie among New Years Honours from rural community
  Nadia Lim and her husband Carlos Bagrie are among the recipients of New Year Honours from the farming community. […]
• MPI says farms linked to Mainland Poultry’s Hillgrove site are free of bird flu
  The Hillgrove site tested positive for the highly pathogenic H7N6 virus on 1 December. […]
• The year in meat: Global challenges persist for industry
  Meat exporters says 2024 has been a tough year for the industry - but positive signs are emerging. […]