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Rathkeale takes out Clash of the Colleges and Feilding takes out the Shearing Champs

Rathkeale College had a clean sweep of senior and junior Clash of the Colleges Competition in Palmerston North, while Feilding High School won the North Island Secondary School Shearing Championships at the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games. Clash of the Colleges is a fast-paced, Amazing Race-style competition, that gives students hands-on experience across different […]

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Hundreds of secondary school students to attend five events in Palmerston North

On Friday, 7 March, the focus is on inspiring the next generation into Food and Fibre careers, with five exciting events designed to encourage students to explore future opportunities in the sector. Agri Futures and NZ Rural Games spokesperson Daniel O’Regan said this year, most youth-focused activities have been consolidated into Friday during the Ford

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Canterbury Clash debut at the Ashburton A&P Show was a huge success

The third annual Canterbury Clash of the Colleges stuck a stunning day at the Ashburton A&P Show. Established by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust, the Clash of the Colleges is a fast-paced, amazing race-style competition. It offers students hands-on experience in various aspects of the rural sector. Teams of four compete in 16 modules,

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Agri Futures Scholarships awarded to talented young rural New Zealanders

Eight talented secondary students across New Zealand have been awarded Agri Futures Scholarships, supporting their tertiary education. These scholarships, made possible by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust, have been funded by a generous supporter who wishes to remain anonymous and by the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games. The recipients, all with a strong

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Clash of Colleges is coming to Telford!

Inspiring the next generation into Food and Fibre careers is the aim of Agri Futures Clash of the Colleges. ‌ Established by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust to support youth studying Horticulture and Agriculture and to create unique opportunities for partnership and connection within the education and employment sectors. The team also delivers Clash

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2024 Auckland Clash of Colleges winner’s announcement

Clash of the Colleges, hosted by Agri Futures in collaboration with Mt Albert Grammar School and the New Zealand Rural Games Trust, witnessed a remarkable display of talent and teamwork among senior students from various schools. The event, aimed at inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in the food and fibre industries, showcased skill,

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Supporting the next generation to succeed in Agriculture and Horticulture

A series of agriculture and horticulture modules created to help secondary school teachers deliver the curriculum and help support students in achieving their goals has been rolled out. Clash of the Colleges is set to hit Auckland! Agri Futures | Ahuwhenua ki te Anamata was established by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust to support youth

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2024 Clash of Colleges winner’s announcement
Rathkeale takes out both juniors and seniors

Clash of the Colleges, hosted by Agri Futures in collaboration with the New Zealand Rural Games Trust, witnessed a remarkable display of talent and teamwork among senior students from various schools. The event, aimed at inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in the food and fibre industries, showcased skill, camaraderie, and sportsmanship. Agri Futures

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Rathkeale takes out both juniors and seniors
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Inspiring the next generation
2024 Clash of Colleges, Agri Futures Pathways, & Shearing Championship

Inspiring the next generation into Food and Fibre careers is the aim of three significant free events for students in the Mid and Lower North Island. Agri Futures was established by the New Zealand Rural Games Trust to support youth studying Horticulture and Agriculture, and to create unique opportunities for partnership and connection within the

Inspiring the next generation
2024 Clash of Colleges, Agri Futures Pathways, & Shearing Championship
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2023 Canterbury Clash of the Colleges was a resounding success

More than 300 students from eleven schools across the region, from Timaru to Hanmer Springs, participated in a series of engaging and educational modules.  These modules, supported by industry and training organisations coordinated by Agri Futures, provided practical experiences in various aspects of the food and fibre sector, including aquaculture, forestry, dairy, sheep and beef,

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