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Diploma more than just about gaining a qualification

4 March 2021

Scott Adams’s large Marlborough property with its mix of native trees, forestry plantation, grape growing, honey production and sheep and beef…

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Diploma broadens understanding of regulations

1 February 2021

A diploma is a must have for farmers, particularly those who move to Aotearoa from overseas, who work in the agricultural industry long-term, says NZ King Salmon Ltd Tory Channel Te Kura te Au Regional Manager, Salvador Delgado Oro Laprida.

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Mixing first-time motherhood with studying

11 January 2021

West Coast dairy farmer Sian Madden looks back and laughs about having a “diploma baby” when she recalls mixing first-time motherhood with studying for her diploma.

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Vicki swaps horses for fictional cows and proves diploma is for all

16 December 2019

It’s hard not to feel outnumbered when you’re an equine vet surrounded by dairy and sheep farmers.

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Why viticulture success depends on business management know-how

16 November 2019

Viticulture is a practical industry suited to practical people – so discussing budgets and financial spreadsheets with an accountant isn’t usually an enjoyable conversation.

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Southland Farmer Tackles HR Issues with Diploma

16 October 2019

Having won the 2007 national Farm Manager of the Year Award with her husband, Daniel, Emily Woolsey had a pretty good grasp of dairy farming – yet she knew there was so much more to learn.

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Self-Employed Dairy Farmers Urged To Study Diploma

16 September 2019

Taking control of your finances is a crucial skill that many self-employed dairy farmers struggle to master.

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Diploma study boosts Frankie's career and self-confidence

16 September 2019

There’s no doubt that dairy farming is a hands-on industry, but Frankie Stevens will tell you understanding the theory and business practices that underpin every farm is the real key to success.

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Diploma programme life changing for farming couple

16 August 2019

Waikato dairy farmer Emma Crawford says training for an agribusiness diploma has been life changing for her and husband Josh, who are now reaping the benefits of her new skills to run a successful business.

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Diploma study paves the way for self-employment

17 July 2019

Launching your own business takes confidence – something which Leanna Jay has in spades now she’s completed Primary ITO’s diploma.