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Global uncertainties set to impact outlook for Kiwi farmers - report

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Publish Date
Thu, 9 Apr 2026, 7:33pm
New Zealand's sheep flock dropped 3 per cent to the lowest level since the 1930s Depression as farmers sold stock to cope with drought conditions and facial eczema (Stock photo)
New Zealand's sheep flock dropped 3 per cent to the lowest level since the 1930s Depression as farmers sold stock to cope with drought conditions and facial eczema (Stock photo)

Global uncertainties set to impact outlook for Kiwi farmers - report

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 9 Apr 2026, 7:33pm

New Zealand sheep and beef farmers are set to see strong returns for the 25/26 season, but there's global factors impacting the outlook.

Concerns have been raised over the US tariffs situation and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further. 

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