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FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final STAFF REPORTER New Zealand farming’s iconic competition for young farmers has finally broken the gender barrier. Waikato Bay of Plenty Young Farmer, Emma Poole, was the winner and
crowned as the 2023 FMG Young Farmer of the Year. She made history as the contest’s first-ever female champion. Emma secured the win following three days of grueling challenges against six other Grand Finalists.
Congratulations also to Nick O’Connor who worked hard competing in a series of Young Farmer competitions which gave him the opportunity to represent Tasman, in the competition held last month in Timaru. More than 600 spectators poured into
Winchester Showgrounds to watch as the contestants’ farming skills and general knowledge were put to the test with tasks including repairing farm machinery, creating a hydroponic system and an intense race-style challenge Continued on page 2
Young Farmer Grand Final competitors third from left is Emma Poole, competition winner, fourth from left is Nick O’Connor. Photo: Supplied.
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