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Farmer guilty as threats on neighbours successful

A foul-mouthed Tahora farmer waged a successful campaign against a neighbouring family to force them off their land, a Taranaki judge said when sentencing him yesterday. Ref. Source 8

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Concern at farmers' illegal water use

Some Southland farmers have been unlawfully taking water from rivers and streams for more than a decade, putting trout habitats at risk and undermining future farm planning. Ref. Source 8

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Farmer fined for chicken operation

A South Auckland farmer who processed chicken carcasses in his blood-spattered, fly-ridden garage has been sentenced to 175 hours' community work. Ref. Source 5

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Jail term after $300,000 farm theft

A 38-year-old former farm manager has been sent to jail for stealing more than $300,000 worth of stock and farm equipment and products. Ref. Source 1

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Survey shows Kiwis dirty on dairying

More than a third of us believe the country is too reliant on the dairy industry and that the industry's poor performance is affecting our global reputation and brand, according to findings being released today. Ref. Source 1

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Pig farming is a 'rewarding career'

Pig farming can be a very rewarding career with significant opportunities domestically and internationally, New Zealand Pork chairman Ian Carter says. Ref. Source 1

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Do it yourself, Nathan Guy tells farmers

Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy has told sheep and beef farmers they are on their own - the Government will not intervene in meat industry reforms. Ref. Source 7

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Farmer pays price for bulls' pain

A Hawera lifestyle farmer's failed attempt to castrate his own bulls has left him with a hefty fine to pay. Ref. Source 2