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Real Farmer is our digital publication, sharing real stories, about real local farmers. We share farming successes to recognise New Zealand's most valuable industry in a positive way.

Each seasonal issue covers everything including farming, family and our rural communities. Keep up to date with the latest technical news including research & development, technology, case studies and industry updates, as well as great deals for your farming business.

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Introducing ‘The Beast’

4/26/2024 8:49:00 AM

Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops

4/22/2024 8:25:00 AM

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first

4/18/2024 9:30:00 AM

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto

4/18/2024 8:10:00 AM

Setting up for cereal success

4/16/2024 8:21:00 AM

Options to consider when preparing for winter

4/12/2024 8:30:00 AM

DIY Yarn Wrapped Glass Vase

4/8/2024 8:55:00 AM

Onslow’s absence not yet filled

4/5/2024 8:21:00 AM

Methven Store—providing choice for locals for 21 years

4/2/2024 8:29:00 AM

Recipe - Blonde Pears

3/28/2024 8:50:00 AM

Introducing ‘The Beast’

Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto

Setting up for cereal success

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Latest News

Introducing ‘The Beast’

4/26/2024 8:49:00 AM

Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops

4/22/2024 8:25:00 AM

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first

4/18/2024 9:30:00 AM

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto

4/18/2024 8:10:00 AM

Farmer Stories

Ruralco adds new directors for enhanced expertise

Ruralco News

Two new Directors have recently been welcomed to the Ruralco Board bringing a wealth of experiences and farming knowledge to the table.

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A new era of Wagyu excellence

Our Farmers

Having teamed up with Southern Stations Wagyu, Michael Schat has moved away from the dairy industry to pursue new opportunities as part-owner and operator of the company’s first Canterbury-based stat...

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The unsung story of local A&P shows

A&P Show

Long-held features on local calendars for showcasing the district’s agricultural strengths, reinforcing community connections in a fun-filled family environment, and celebrating all that it is to be ...

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Interest

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first

Ruralco News

Staying local and true to its original intent is Ruralco’s primary focus for its future strategy.

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Onslow’s absence not yet filled

Energy

The cancellation of the proposed Lake Onslow pumped hydro battery project was a priority on the government’s early “to do” list as it took the reins of power late last year.

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Methven Store—providing choice for locals for 21 years

Ruralco News

Ruralco’s Methven store came to fruition thanks to the confidence being experienced by the agricultural sector in the early 2000s.

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Farmer Stories

Ruralco adds new directors for enhanced expertise
Two new Directors have recently been welcomed to t...
Read More
A new era of Wagyu excellence
Having teamed up with Southern Stations Wagyu, Mic...
Read More
The unsung story of local A&P shows
Long-held features on local calendars for showcasi...
Read More

Interest

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first
Staying local and true to its original intent is R...
Read More
Onslow’s absence not yet filled
The cancellation of the proposed Lake Onslow pumpe...
Read More
Methven Store—providing choice for locals for 21 years
Ruralco’s Methven store came to fruition thanks t...
Read More

Technical

Introducing ‘The Beast’

Agronomy

Manta Italian ryegrass is the latest diploid Italian ryegrass from Agricom. Manta has an explosive establishment speed being the fastest starting genetics we have seen to date.

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Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops

Agronomy

Ryegrass seed crops are commonly followed in the rotation by an autumn cereal such as wheat.

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Setting up for cereal success

Agronomy

Look back and plan ahead to get the most from your autumn sown cereal crops.

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Winning runner up in the 2023 Agri Innovation Award says a lot

Our Merchants

Filling in pivot ruts and retrieving material from under dairy lane fences has never been easier with Ruralco supplier RutsPlus.com.

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Technical

Introducing ‘The Beast’
Manta Italian ryegrass is the latest diploid Itali...
Read More
Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops
Ryegrass seed crops are commonly followed in the r...
Read More
Setting up for cereal success
Look back and plan ahead to get the most from your...
Read More

Card

Winning runner up in the 2023 Agri Innovation Award says a lot
Filling in pivot ruts and retrieving material from...
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Business is taking off for AG-Smart UAV
If you ask any expert about making time to take a ...
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Wellbeing

A near miss with a tiny intruder

FMG

Following a hair-raising encounter, Barry and Pauline George breath a sight of relief, grateful they didn't leave anything to fate when they discovered they had a narrow escape from a potential disast...

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Now is the time to prepare for El Niño

Health & Safety

El Niño is here this summer and rural insurer FMG is encouraging rural New Zealand to be prepared for the increased risks that they may face with the dry, hot, and windy conditions on the way.

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Investing in your wellbeing

Mental Health

Farming, like professional sport, is a job with plenty of challenges. That’s why it’s important to look after yourself, says Farmstrong Ambassador Sam Whitelock.

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Lifestyle

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto

Recipes

From pressure cooking to slow cooking, sautéing to yoghurt making, the Instant Pot Duo Plus is your 13-in-one kitchen companion. Check out one of our favourite recipes from Instant Pot.

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DIY Yarn Wrapped Glass Vase

DIY Project

Transform a glass jar into a chic statement piece with this easy DIY yarn-wrapping technique.

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Recipe - Blonde Pears

Recipes

From pressure cooking to slow cooking, sautéing to yoghurt making, the Instant Pot Duo Plus is your 13-in-one kitchen companion. Check out one of our favourite recipes from Instant Pot.

Read More

Wellbeing

A near miss with a tiny intruder
Following a hair-raising encounter, Barry and Paul...
Read More
Now is the time to prepare for El Niño
El Niño is here this summer and rural insurer FMG ...
Read More
Investing in your wellbeing
Farming, like professional sport, is a job with pl...
Read More

Lifestyle

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto
From pressure cooking to slow cooking, sautéing to...
Read More
DIY Yarn Wrapped Glass Vase
Transform a glass jar into a chic statement piece ...
Read More
Recipe - Blonde Pears
From pressure cooking to slow cooking, sautéing to...
Read More

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REAL FARMER

For Everything Farming and Family

Real Farmer is our digital publication, sharing real stories, about real local farmers. We share farming successes to recognise New Zealand's most valuable industry in a positive way.

Introducing ‘The Beast’

Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto

Setting up for cereal success

Options to consider when preparing for winter

DIY Yarn Wrapped Glass Vase

Onslow’s absence not yet filled

Methven Store—providing choice for locals for 21 years

Recipe - Blonde Pears

Introducing ‘The Beast’

Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto

Setting up for cereal success

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Introducing ‘The Beast’

Extending the value of ryegrass seed crops

Ruralco's focus is to stay local first

Recipe - Mushroom and Spinach Risotto

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