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Dairy an Integral part of the NZ Economy says Report
Wednesday, 22 February 2017, 10:13 am | Federated Farmers
In spite of two years of economic instability and uncertainty fueled by fluctuating prices, the New Zealand dairy industry remains a significant player to the country’s economy. More >>
Feds’ Warn Farmers to Observe Fire Bans
Monday, 20 February 2017, 11:58 am | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers is reminding Canterbury farmers to observe their local rural authority’s Fire Ban. More >>
Climate change actions should be practical, research-based
Monday, 20 February 2017, 10:01 am | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers supports the need for action to address climate change but says New Zealand’s responses should be practical, cost-effective and based on sound research. More >>
Farming leader warns of Post Factual Science
Wednesday, 15 February 2017, 4:40 pm | Federated Farmers
Our free trade prospects have been a victim of Brexit and the US Presidential election. New Zealand must be careful not to be caught in the crossfire of any ensuing trade war, Dr William Rolleston says. More >>
Sharemilking payment model has merit but awaiting review
Wednesday, 15 February 2017, 2:42 pm | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers has been concerned for some time at the reduction in herd owning sharemilking opportunities and possible impact on the industry’s future sustainability. More >>
Dairy should do what it does best, not join the lab race
Tuesday, 14 February 2017, 3:04 pm | Federated Farmers
Volatility is likely to be a constant companion for the New Zealand dairy farmer in the foreseeable future, and that has to be factored into their budgets, Andrew Hoggard says. More >>
Education a key to countering the farming naysayers
Tuesday, 14 February 2017, 1:50 pm | Federated Farmers
Sheep and beef farmers are facing testing times, and many of the challenges are outside their control, Federated Farmers Meat & Fibre Council Chairperson Rick Powdrell says. More >>
Drought Declaration Brings Relief For Northland Farmers
Friday, 3 February 2017, 3:08 pm | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers says the Government’s decision to declare a medium scale adverse event in Northland is pragmatic and necessary. More >>
More Police On The Beat Is Encouraging For Farmers
Friday, 3 February 2017, 12:31 pm | Federated Farmers
The government’s announcement of the increase in police to be allocated to rural communities should help farmers feel more secure in their homes and businesses, Federated Farmers says. More >>
Federated Farmers supports unified fire service
Thursday, 2 February 2017, 4:49 pm | Federated Farmers
A single, amalgamated fire service should deliver better co-ordination of response, and improved resources for rural brigades, Federated Farmers Vice-President Anders Crofoot says. More >>
A Dam can ease the Bay’s water woes
Thursday, 26 January 2017, 2:49 pm | Federated Farmers
As another drought threatens Hawke’s Bay, Federated Farmers says it’s time to put aside the delay tactics and negativity and get on with building the Ruataniwha Dam. More >>
Feds’ Quake 0800 FARMING Helpline Endorsed
Wednesday, 25 January 2017, 10:26 am | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers is delighted that the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) and other agri-stakeholders are joining forces to support its 0800 FARMING helpline as the Kaikoura earthquake recovery enters a new phase. More >>
Freedom camping fail needs sorting
Tuesday, 24 January 2017, 9:37 am | Federated Farmers
Media reports over the holiday period have again highlighted the challenge to rural New Zealand from the influx of freedom campers. More >>
Rampant rates a sore point with farmers
Wednesday, 21 December 2016, 9:35 am | Federated Farmers
Farmers are questioning the priorities and fiscal discipline of New Zealand’s councils as rates takes continue to outstrip cost indexes. More >>
Confidence in banks firm but challenges remain
Tuesday, 13 December 2016, 2:12 pm | Federated Farmers
While the dairy industry continues to recover after a tumultuous two-year downturn some sharemilkers will be feeling the heat this summer according to the latest Federated Farmers’ Banking Survey. More >>
Feds Challenge Bill English’s Team to Continue Good Work
Monday, 12 December 2016, 11:51 am | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers congratulates outgoing Prime Minister John Key after eight years leading the country, and looks forward to working with Bill English in the top job. More >>
Farmers urged to report all crime
Thursday, 8 December 2016, 3:43 pm | Federated Farmers
A Federated Farmers survey shows the rural sector is plagued by thieves, rustlers and poachers but not enough farmers are reporting their losses. More >>
Feds Pleased With Decision to Leave Earner Levy Unchanged
Thursday, 8 December 2016, 3:29 pm | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers is pleased to see the Government decide to keep the ACC ‘Earner Levy’ unchanged. More >>
Healthy Rivers Plan Needs a Rethink
Monday, 5 December 2016, 3:09 pm | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers is calling for the Healthy Rivers Wai Ora project in the Waikato to be put on hold. More >>
Feds Making a Difference for Hastings Farmers
Monday, 5 December 2016, 10:17 am | Federated Farmers
As 2016 draws to a close Federated Farmers has made some substantial ground towards helping Hastings district farmers tackle the burden of increasing compliance obligations. More >>
