Summer, where are you hiding?

A wetter-than-expected summer has benefited livestock farmers in Mid Canterbury, with increased rainfall easing concerns after a dry 2024. However, the arable sector is facing challenges just before harvest, as the continuous rain and lack of sunshine are dampening prospects for crop farmers. While the livestock farmers are grateful for the rain, arable farmers are hoping for a return of sunnier weather to avoid potential damage to their crops as they prepare for harvest in the coming days.

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