Ministry for Primary Industries led the Fieldays charge

Ministry for Primary Industries led the Fieldays charge
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Cameron Bagrie
A shout-out to the Ministry for Primary Industries, who, apart from the Fieldays event itself and the organisers, has really stepped up, looking more like an enablement ministry.Fieldays should be on everyone’s bucket list if they have not already been.I was a naughty dad three years ago and took my youngest daughter and her friend. I reckon they learnt more that day than in a normal school week.On a rollThe vibe at the 2025 Fieldays was positive.The farming community once again feels appreciated, playing a major part in New Zealand&rsquo...

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