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Investing 101: Mythbusting with Sharesies

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NZ Young Farmers calls on members and communities to help tell its 100-year story

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From Grand Final to Halter, meet Gareth McKerchar

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Grand Final Season 59 heads south to Christchurch

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NZ Young Farmers excited to bring Surron on as Community Partner

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NZ Young Farmers welcomes Halter as Community Partner

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My experience as an FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Finalist

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New Zealand Young Farmers Awesome Achievements Recognised at National Awards

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Young farmers speak on the growing wallaby challenge

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Tom Slee crowned 2026 FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Waikato Bay of Plenty Young Farmer teams sweep youth titles at Grand Final

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Young farmers set to descend on Taranaki for 2026 Grand Final

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Announcing the Finalists for the 2026 NZYF National Awards

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Powering the future of farming

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Northern Young Farmer crowned for second time in a row

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From Grand Final to Comeback: Northland Young Farmer Returns for Another Shot

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Cam Clayton farmer takes out top spot for Waikato Bay of Plenty’s most prestigious farming title

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Now or never for Waikato Young Farmer chasing NZ’s top title

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Edwin Laver adds another big win to his ever growing list of achievements

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Wairarapa ‘First timer” eyes Young Farmer Regional Title

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Reesby gets it across the line and books his second spot at Grand Final

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Fiancées set to go head-to-head at a very competitive Taranaki Manawatu Regional Final

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John Bull Member of the Month: Carlos Reid

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NZ Young Farmers proud to support the NZI Rural Women Business Awards 2026

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Bryce Win takes home the glory for Tasman Valley winning the Tasman Regional Final

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Sixth generation sheep and beef farmer goes for gold two weeks out from wedding day

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Tom Slee finally gets it across the line with Otago Southland win

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Farming good sort competes for glory as community cheer him on all the way

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Kate Denholm appointed as Board Chair for NZ Young Farmers

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Jack Taggart takes out top spot for Aorangi’s most prestigious farming title

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Ashburton young farmer competes for top spot in South Canterbury homecoming

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John Bull Member of the Month: Abbey Thomas

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Digging Deep: Amelia’s path to the FMG Young Farmer of the Year regionals

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John Bull Member of the Month: Ella Thomas

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NZYF launch Employer Support

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A new connection forms between NZYF and Hallensteins

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NZYF launch Gift a Membership

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John Bull Member of the Month: Jack Daines

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Lincoln University student Jack Foster is getting ready for Season 58 Districts

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Darfield Bark Up keeps the tradition alive

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John Bull Member of the Month: Tony Munford

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Building Safer Farming Futures with Clued Up Kids

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Cinta launches quarterly grant in partnership with NZ Young Farmers

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FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final heads to New Plymouth for 2026

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Franklin Young Farmers raise over $20,000 for charity and local community with quiz

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Hugh Jackson crowned 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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2025 FMG Junior Young Farmers and AgriKidsNZ Champions announced

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Spotlight on Emma Wilson: National Volunteer Week 2025

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Justin Ruygrok: Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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James Robbie: East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Hugh Jackson: Waikato BOP FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Jock Bourke: Taranaki Manawatu FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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George Letham: Tasman FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Gareth McKerchar: Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Cam Smith: Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Announcing the Finalists for the NZYF National Awards 2025!

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NZ Young Farmers Appoints Cheyne Gillooly as Chief Executive Officer

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Young Farmers calls on alumni and supporters to back the future of the organisation

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Action, Accuracy, and Agriculture on Show at Northern vs WaiBop Tournament

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Final Grand Finalist Confirmed: Cameron Smith to Represent Otago Southland

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Southland Farmer goes for gold in FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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McKerchar Claims Back-to-Back Aorangi Titles, Eyes FMG Young Farmer Grand Final Glory

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South Canterbury Young Farmer Aims for Back-to-Back Wins at FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Tasman’s Best: George Letham Earns Spot at FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final

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Lincoln’s George Letham Gears Up for a Shot at FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final

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James Robbie Takes East Coast Title in FMG Young Farmer of the Year Debut

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From Pen to Paddock, Meet the East Coast Young Farmer Aiming to Become NZ's Best

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Hugh Jackson Returns for Another Shot at FMG Young Farmer of the Year Glory

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Hamilton farmer ready to face her fears in FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Youngest Contestant Takes the Crown in Taranaki Manawatū FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Five Generations of Farming Gives Taranaki Manawatū Young Farmer Competitive Edge

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NZ Young Farmers Chief Executive Announces Departure

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First-time contestant crowned Northland’s best

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Northland couple go head-to-head in battle to be NZ’s top young farmer

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Danielle Hovmand Wins 2024 NZ Young Farmers Contiki Local Legend Award

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Fiancé finalists square off for New Zealand’s top young farmer title

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CRV Partners with New Zealand Young Farmers to Support Future Agricultural Leaders

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Celebrating Our Unsung Heroes: The Contiki Local Legend Campaign Kicks Off

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Invercargill to host 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final

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New Zealand Young Farmers Celebrate Outstanding Achievements at National Awards

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George Dodson crowned 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Dunedin up-and-coming young farmers take top award, announced NZ’s best

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New Zealand Young Farmers and NZ Transport Agency Unite for "Great Mate" Initiative

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Young Farmers prepare to take over Waikato for Grand Final

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Competition heats up for the New Zealand Young Farmers Tournament National Final

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Caleb Eady: Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Archie Woodhouse: East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Dennis Main: Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Zayn Jones: Taranaki Manawatu FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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George Dodson: Tasman FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Gareth McKerchar: Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Zac Thomas: Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Announcing the Finalists for the NZYF National Awards 2024!

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Talented Young Farmers shine at FMG Young Farmer of the Year Regional Finals

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Last chance a charm for Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year winner

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Last chance at rural stardom for young Auckland farmer

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Piarere Young Farmer takes out Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year for Season 56

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From office to milking shed, Waikato farmer eyes up prestigious title

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Archie Woodhouse takes out East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Will it be second-time lucky for this Wairarapa farmer?

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Opiki dairy farmer earns a spot at FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final

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Taranaki Manawatu “good sorts” compete to inspire the next generation of Young Farmers

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George Dodson takes out Tasman FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Will third time be a charm for this FMG Young Farmer of the Year?

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First-time competitor earns a spot at FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final

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Mataura young farmer crowned Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Waimate local has another crack at becoming NZs top young farmer

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Regional Final contests a testament to New Zealand’s farming future

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Siblings battle it out to be Otago Southland’s top Young Farmer

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Woolworths New Zealand Joins FMG Young Farmer of the Year Sponsor Family

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Contiki Joins Forces with NZYF: Members' Passport to Unforgettable Adventures

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Entries open for FMG Young Farmer of the Year Season 56

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NZYF and Rural Support Trust join forces to enhance wellbeing

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Hamilton to host the 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final

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New Zealand Young Farmers appoints new Chair and new Board Member

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Leaders are made not born

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Scottish Exchange: Tom Adkins Update #4

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Scottish Exchange: Tom Adkins Update #3

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Scottish Exchange: Tom Adkins Update #2

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Revamped Banks Peninsula Young Farmers Club Preparing for Exciting Year Ahead

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Dunedin Young Farmers wins NZYF Club of the Year

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Emma Poole crowned 2023 FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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2023 FMG Junior Young Farmers and AgriKidsNZ Champions announced 

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Young Farmers prepare to ‘give everything they’ve got’ at Grand Final

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Competition heats up for the NZ Young Farmers Tournament National Finals

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Scottish Exchange: Tom Adkins Update #1

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S55: Hugh Jackson, Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: Emma Poole, Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: Lisa Kendall, Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: Mac Williams, Taranaki Manawatu FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: Nick O’Connor, Tasman FMG Young Farmer of The Year

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S55: Patrick Crawshaw, East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: Peter O'Connor, Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Social fun with Hinds Young Farmers

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Studies, social outings, and self development with Lincoln Young Farmers

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Tim Dangen reflects back on winning FMG Young Farmer of the Year Season 54

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S55: Talented Young Farmers shine at FMG Young Farmer of the Year Regional Finals

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S55: Lisa Kendall crowned Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Marton Young Farmers Club supporting the community

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S55: Peter O’Connor crowned Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Connecting in the Capital: Wellington Young Farmers

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Morrinsville-Ngarua Raises $30,000 for Rural Support Trust

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S55: Lincoln Young Farmer crowned Tasman FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: Southland dairy farmer crowned Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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National News

Meet the 2023 New Zealand Young Farmers Scholarship Winners

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NZYF welcomes sponsors back for second season of NZYF Tournament

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Everyone is welcome at Thornbury Young Farmers

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S55: Patoka farmer takes out East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: Emma Poole crowned Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: First Grand Finalists announced for FMG Young Farmer of the Year Season 55

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Foothills Young Farmers raises $15,000 for Movember and local charities

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Milwaukee® Supporting the Next Generation of Food and Fibre Producers

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Five minutes with NZYF Board Member Chloe Belfield

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NZ Young Farmers launches podcast series

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S55: Young Farmer contestant giving his all to give back to the community

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Young Farmers Connect in Pleasant Point

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S55: Age ‘just a number’ for promising FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestant

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S55: Local contestant giving it his all for last go in FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: First-time contestant goes for gold in FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S55: FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestant back for a shot at redemption

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S55: Regional Finalists for Season 55 FMG Young Farmer of the Year Decided

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NZYF: Looking back on 2022

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Donald's Farm on the AM Show

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TracMap joins The NZYF Community

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Hynds Rural joins The NZYF Community

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Wellington Young Farmers to showcase unique farming and growing operations

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S55: Entries open for AgriKidsNZ and FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year for the 2023 season

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New alumni group has been launched by NZ Young Farmers

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Contest takes Grand Finalist to new heights

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NZ Young Farmers and Ministry for Primary Industries partner to boost wellbeing

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Bushbuck joins FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest Family

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Inspiring careers in food and fibre

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S55: New Zealand Young Farmers launches FMG Young Farmer of the Year Season 55

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New NZYF club launched in Te Anau

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New Zealand Young Farmers announces new Chair and two new board members

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S54: FMG Young Farmer of the Year on the AM Show

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S54: Tim Dangen crowned FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Young women take out FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year 2022 title

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S54: Waikato trio take out AgriKidsNZ Grand Champions, 2022

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S54: FMG Young Farmer of the Year Practical Day wraps up after a day of rain

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Norwood National Award winners announced for 2021

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S54: FMG Young Farmer of the Year kicks off in Whangarei

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Fierce competition expected for NZYF Tournament Series National Titles

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S54: Brothers-in-law to battle for FMG Young Farmer of the Year title

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S54: Tim Dangen, Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: David Reesby, Taranaki Manawatu FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Chris Poole, Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Tom Adkins, Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Alex Field, Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Jonny Brown, Tasman FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Mark Wallace, East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Competition heating up for AgriKidsNZ Grand Final

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S54: FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year teams preparing hard for Grand Final

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S54: Whangārei gearing up for FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final

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New Zealand Young Farmers launches new partnership funding model

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Young Māori woman appointed first Chair of the Food and Fibre Youth Network

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S54: Regional Finals a success

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S54: Fourth time lucky for Auckland Young Farmer

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S54: Northern FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year and AgriKidsNZ winners

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First time competitor crowned East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Clean sweep for Napier Boys’ High School students

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S54: David Reesby named Taranaki Manawatu FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Taranaki Manawatu FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ winners

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NZYF Scholarship winners announced

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NZYF welcomes new sponsors to the NZYF Tournament Series

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S54: Chris Poole named Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ winners

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S54: Aorangi FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ winners

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S54: Tom Adkins crowned Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Jonny Brown crowned Tasman FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Tasman FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ winners

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S54: Alex Field crowned Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S54: Otago Southland FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ winners

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S54: FMG Young Farmer of the Year Regional Finals kick off under red light

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S54: New FMG Young Farmer of the Year contest series sponsor welcomed

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S54: Northern Regional Finalists announced

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S54: Waikato Bay of Plenty Regional Finalists announced

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S54: East Coast Regional Finalists announced

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S54: Taranaki Manawatu Regional Finalists announced

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Federated Farmers partners with NZYF to offer free memberships

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S54: Otago Southland Regional Finalists announced

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S54: Tasman Regional Finalists announced

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S54: Aorangi Regional Finalists announced

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Young Farmers' launch new Club on West Coast

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Donald's Farm helps encourage youth into the industry

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S54: FMG Young Farmer of the Year contest kicks off

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2021 New Holland National Awards

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S53: Jake Jarman crowned FMG Young Farmer of the Year 2021

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S53: AgriKidsNZ Grand Final 2021 winners announced

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S53: FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year 2021 Grand Final winners announced

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Foothills Young Farmers Movember Donations

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Bootcamps and mental health wellbeing events target young farmers

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S53: Northland FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKids winners announced

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S53: Calvin Ball crowned Northland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Establishment of The Food and Fibre Youth Network - He Tātai Rangahua announced

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S53: Tasman FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKids winners announced

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S53: Roshean Woods crowned Tasman FMG Young Farmer of the Year 2021

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S53: Dale McAlwee crowned Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year 2021

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S53: Aorangi FMG Jr Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ winners announced

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S53: Sam Hodsell crowned Otago/Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S53: Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Jr Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ winners announced

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S53: Kieran McCahon crowned Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S53: East Coast FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKids winners announced

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S53: Joseph Watts crowned East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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S53: Taranaki Manawatu FMG Jr Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKids winners announced

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S53: Jake Jarman crowned Taranaki Manawatu FMG Young Farmer of the Year

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Schools pair up with NZ Young Farmers and Safer Farms to lead farm safety day in Otago

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S53: FMG Young Farmer of the Year Season 53 kicks off

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Northern Young Farmers receive pick me up during toughest time of the year

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S52: AgriKids NZ Grand Final winners announced for 2020

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S52: FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year 2020 winners announced

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Former Gore-based rural banker swaps Southland for stint as musher in Canada

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S52: FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final and remainder of 2020 season cancelled

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Marton Young Farmers Celebrating 80th Anniversary

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Club Chair Exploring Strategic Trading Across Asia

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Second Prime Minister's Scholarship Awarded to Young Farmer

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NZ Young Farmer sworn in as Environment Canterbury Councillor

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Gisborne Young Farmers member kicks career goals

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Brazil beckons after Lincoln Young Farmers member receives Prime Minister’s Scholarship

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Family-owned boutique milk business brings glass milk bottles back to Canterbury

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Hawke’s Bay shepherd seizes opportunities in the agri-food sector

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Northland inventor’s legacy to help nurture young people in the primary industries

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NZ Young Farmers member’s drive to improve dairying’s environmental footprint

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Topdressing combines young pilot’s two passions: agriculture and aviation

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Eskview Young Farmers member Isabelle Crawshaw tackles challenge close to her heart

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Northland 50:50 sharemilker capitalises on growing demand for raw milk

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Taranaki job combines Brenna Coleman’s love of science and outdoors

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Hawke’s Bay woman braves sub-zero temperatures to work for Canadian beef stud

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Up to 150 people attend 500th Nightcaps meeting

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Survey finds wellbeing benefits of NZ Young Farmers membership

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Michael McCombs: Firefighter, dairy farmer and Marton Young Farmers member

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NZ Young Farmers helps dairy farmer meet people and grow his skills

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Marton Young Farmers member explores Indonesia's expanding dairy sector

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Lynda Coppersmith appointed first female chief executive of NZ Young Farmers

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Waimate contractor helping young farmers land seasonal work in Australia

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Manawatū's Blake Carter living a contractor’s dream in the United States

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Waikato charity boxing event raises $10,000 for Land Search and Rescue NZ

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Otorohanga NZYF member's journey from the cellar door to the cowshed

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Young beekeeper's game-changing product boosts honey production

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