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Rural Contractors NZ has launched a campaign on the risks of fatigue in their industry. CEO Andrew Olsen says, because they work seasonally, drive big machines and face weather and crop timing challenges, rural contractors need to manage fatigue risks.

“The strength and importance of co-operatives is well recognised within the New Zealand economy. This is particularly true of the primary sector,” says Ruralco Chair Sir David Carter.

When you shop with Ruralco or a Ruralco merchant, you support your local community; that’s the mantra behind Ruralco’s Spend for Your School programme.

This year’s Ruralco Instore Days prize draw period kicked off on June 1. Every $250 spent with Ruralco Instore Days participating suppliers until July 7 enabled members one entry in the draw to win one of three House of Travel vouchers valued at $15,000, $10,000, and $5,000. After drawing the winner, Ruralco wants to say a huge congratulations to Copland Fields, winner of the $15,000 voucher, Deegan Dairies, winner of the $10,000 voucher and Love Agricultural Contracting, winner of th...

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met with a variety of Mid Canterbury farmers and agricultural support businesses at Ruralco’s Instore Days today, describing the event as a wonderful opportunity to connect with the primary sector.

This July, Ruralco is celebrating a major milestone—the 30th anniversary of Instore Days.

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

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

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

Tony Aitken is the first to admit he’s no expert when it comes to farming. Instead, Tony’s expertise is in leading people and helping businesses deliver positive outcomes and grow.