New Zealand farmers face financial difficulties under Labour/Green government, prompting calls for an inquiry into rural banking.

Barry Soper reports that New Zealand farmers are feeling the strain under a Labour/Green government. Despite some recent positive news, such as exemption from ETS tax, farmers are still facing financial difficulties. Labour supports an inquiry into rural banking, due to concerns about access to loans, high interest rates, bank branch closures, and digital service over-reliance. Federated Farmers and Rural Women NZ also support such an inquiry, highlighting the severity of the situation.

June 11, 2024
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