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The much-loved Ruralco Longbeach Coastal Challenge is back on Sunday, 30 November 2025, and this year promises the biggest and most exciting edition yet. Set against Mid Canterbury’s breath-taking coastline, the event invites participants to run, walk, bike, or tackle the duathlon, all while celebrating community spirit and outdoor adventure.

November’s Agrichemical Update focuses on getting the most from your spray programme. We cover cereals, fodder beet, maize, and brassicas with advice on disease prevention, new product registrations, and IPM options.

November has kicked off in true Canterbury style with a dusting of Labour weekend snow. It’s been a welcome change after the persistent winds of recent weeks.

Arable growers have launched a logo to champion NZ-grown grains in bread and cereals. With most supermarket loaves made from imports, this initiative puts local grain back in the spotlight.

Finding reliable crop info just got easier. FAR’s new WhatsApp-based app delivers quick, clear answers from its research library, saving time and improving access to seasonally relevant advice.

ARIA 2025 brings practical insights for arable farmers, from boosting wheat yields to managing pests and weeds. Expect expert talks, on-farm solutions, and the latest research - all in one day.

Late winter and early spring are make-or-break for feed. RGT Hustle ryegrass thrives through these months and beyond, giving stock the energy they need and protecting pasture from pests.

The countdown is on to the Canterbury A&P Show next week, and at its helm is Ruralco’s own, Brent Chamberlain. 

During the week, the Rescue Warriors are ordinary Mid-Canterbury blokes. Come February, they’ll transform into Lycra-clad superheroes once again, biking the length of the country to raise money for Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue’s Mission 26.

Mid Canterbury based farm supplies co-operative, Ruralco has recorded a $1.25 million profit for the 2025 financial year following two difficult trading years.