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The Weekly Livestock report

A tough year for livestock reflected in lower tax stock values

MIE secures farmer mandate for meat industry reform

Next steps are a funding strategy, and appointing a 'tight five' leadership team

China meat delay resolved

Primary Industries Minister scalds his ministry after resolving China meat dispute; says their error caused the problem

National average market values 2013

Tax market values give farmers a snapshot of capital losses in livestock values for 2013

A damn good idea

Bruce Wills says the Ruataniwha Dam project will be worth the cost to farmers, drought-proofing the region. The Opuha project proves the benefits. Your view?

Just add water

Updated
Rural irrigation grows quickly off a low base, most expansion in Canterbury for dairy conversions

Off-road light diesel vehicles get RUC exemption

On-farm diesel vehicles exemption from road user charges can now use much simpler system to comply says Fed Farmers

The Weekly Livestock report

Good autumn grass growth helps winter prospects and reignites store lamb prices.

Lowest since 2008

March milk production fell sharply as the drought bit harder

Go farming, young Kiwis

Bruce Wills compares the city-country job scene and says those with the right attitude can prosper in a farm job, one with many lifestyle benefits