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Methven is turning it on for the New Zealand Ploughing Championships to be held over the weekend of April 18 and 19. In what is truly a community effort, the event will bring together top ploughing competitors from across the country to compete in various categories, including conventional, reversible, vintage and horse ploughing.

The Ruralco Golf Classic has raised $12,000 for the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust (MCRST) at its second annual event, held at the Tinwald Golf Course. More than 100 golfers from across Mid Canterbury took part in the event, enjoying a great day of camaraderie while raising vital funds for a cause close to the rural community. Ruralco CEO Tony Aitken says the event continues to highlight the strength of the local rural community. “It was a fantastic day, albeit a very hot one...

Ruralco CEO Tony Aitken has been awarded Excellence in Business Leadership at the ANZ Business of the Year Awards held in Ashburton Friday night.

Wakanui-based mixed arable and dairy farmer Matthew Paton's decision to run for the Ruralco Board of Directors was motivated by watching previous generations of local farmers contribute their time and knowledge to ensure the co-operative’s continued success.

The Mayfield A&P Association will celebrate its centennial show on Saturday, March 14. More than just an event, the Mayfield Show is, and has always been, a celebration of the community featuring traditional agricultural competitions, livestock, produce, trade stalls, side shows, and a family fun day out for young and old alike.

Registrations are now open for the 2026 Ruralco Golf Classic, set to be held on Friday, 6 March 2026 at Tinwald Golf Course, with all proceeds once again supporting the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust.

Ruralco has a proud history of staff achieving significant tenure records, with a select few racking up more than 25 years of service. Today Peter Jacob joins these ranks, and he credits passion, pride, and commitment as the recipe for this remarkable milestone.

Ruralco Shareholder voter turn-out was substantially up on previous elections following the co-operatives 62nd Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday 18 November 2025 at the Hotel Ashburton.

The much-loved Ruralco Longbeach Coastal Challenge is back on Sunday, 30 November 2025, and this year promises the biggest and most exciting edition yet. Set against Mid Canterbury’s breath-taking coastline, the event invites participants to run, walk, bike, or tackle the duathlon, all while celebrating community spirit and outdoor adventure.