Fieldays 2026: Booming rural economy on display at sold

New Zealand's annual Fieldays agricultural showcase has opened to record interest, reflecting a strong rural economy. Industry leaders and politicians are using the event to discuss agricultural growth and infrastructure resilience.
Why it matters
The event serves as a key indicator of the health of the primary sector and a platform for national policy discourse.
Just some of the stalls and hubs on display at Fieldays on Wednesday. Photo / RNZ, Monique Steele
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