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Wayne Langford: What Fed Farmers want in the election
Oct 7, 2023
Wayne Langford, President of Federated Farmers, discusses the challenges faced by farmers in rural New Zealand. Topics include restoring farmer confidence, addressing mental health issues, and the importance of a democratic voice for Indigenous representatives in Australia. The podcast also explores the rise of the New Zealand First party and the decline of the ACT party in the upcoming election.
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- Restoring farmer confidence and achieving goals at a manageable pace are the top priorities for the farming community.
- Farmers are calling for realistic targets and effective tools to reduce emissions without exceeding their capacity.
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Shifting Dynamics in Regional New Zealand
The 2020 election saw a shift in rural electorates traditionally held by National going to Labour MPs. Farmers are now facing uncertainty on multiple fronts. Restoring farmer confidence and achieving goals at a manageable pace are the top priorities for the farming community.
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