Opinion: Where Brexit and the EU could be taking NZ
Comment: The way New Zealand trades with Europe could be about to drastically change.
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Opinion: Rivers rise and fall but fishing fine
Central Otago waterways are looking good for fishing at the moment.
Hosking: Three threats to the economy may come crashing together
Comment: They've turned what was a rock-star into a pub karaoke croaker.
Opinion: How to future-proof the sheep and beef industry
Comment: We need to get people into training - especially for the sheep and beef industry.
Fran O'Sullivan: Brain tumour felled Fonterra's last hands on chairman
John Wilson was passionately devoted to Fonterra.
Opinion: Fish & Game should stop blaming farmers
Comment: The Fish & Game blame game has started in earnest in 2019.
How can you manage water if you don't measure it?
Comment: There is debate in Rotorua about the future of water management.
Opinion: WFO tour a huge opportunity for Kiwi farmers
Comment: Dr Theo De Jager's visit a huge opportunity to share Kiwi farming know-how.
Opinion: Rural education is crying out for help
Comment: The Wairarapa is adversely affected by the closure of Taratahi.
Opinion: Several options for weekend fishing
Comment: Mike Weddell heads south for a Sunday fishing session on the river.
Comment: Tourism let down by the trashing family
Tourism leaders thankful for New Zealanders' reaction to the trashing family.
Opinion: Rodeos important to rural communities
Comment: Rodeo is a sport legitimately enjoyed and valued by thousands of New Zealanders.
Opinion: Gisborne District Council retains rural voice
Comment: Rural representation is secure – for now.
Opinion: Don't take white clover for granted
Comment: White clover a natural & cost-effective solution to reduce environmental impact.
Opinion: Treasured Telford must be saved
Comment: It is decision time for the future of agricultural training campus in Balclutha.
Opinion: Government has role to play in finding horticulture workers
OPINION: Horticulture needs nimble thinking from Govt, says National's Lawrence Yule.
NZ media focus on Trump rather than Taratahi
Comment: Our national media seems to focus on Trump rather than Taratahi.
Opinion: Skilled goat shearers desperately needed
Comment: A labour shortage of skilled shearers for goats is being felt.
Opinion: Pragmatism on employment laws appreciated
Comment: We have an illogical set of current rules restricting migrant farm workers.
Political Roundup: Should rodeos be banned in New Zealand?
Bryce Edwards asks whether it's cruel and archaic or a sport under fire.
Opinion: Time for a rethink on GE if we're going to replace 1080
Comment: Undemocratic banning of GE by some councils hinders finding a new pest solution.
Opinion: Rodeo debate a wild tussle
Comment: Rodeo. The word alone is enough to ignite a firestorm of discussion and debate.
Comment: Will climate change affect the taste of our wine?
What impact will our changing climate have on viticulture?
Tim Mackle: Dairy farmers leading charge to clean up water
COMMENT: The simple reality these days is that no dairy cow can get into a stream.
Opinion: The wilding conifer control debate
Comment: Jim Childerstone says wilding conifers can be a resource.
Editorial: Smaller communities march to beat of different drum
Kaikohe has not lost its spirit, writes Peter Jackson, despite its decline.
Govt needs to walk its talk on pests
Comment: Pest management only works if every land owner is taking part.
Opinion: Low river levels in Otago make for good prospects this weekend
Low river levels in Central Otago will help anglers in the region.
Public access has potential pitfalls for farmers
Allowing strangers on to your property can invade your home space and cost your business.
Ever-hungry world is food for thought
Open a window into what drives top food producers the world over – feeding your fellow man
Waste not, want not on greenhouse emissions front
Opinion: No matter what you eat, a greenhouse gas will have been emitted to produce it.
What's going on with plant rights?
Opinion: Farmers need to make known their views on access to plants.
Mycoplasma bovis response far from over
Opinion: Some of the compensation delays have been ridiculous.