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Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View moreHi neighbours,
Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.
As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.
Have you got an opinion on the topic? Share your thoughts in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Come and view the historic Caccia Birch House in Palmerston North and the beautiful grounds that surround it on the 4th of November from 12pm until 4pm.
The Coach House will be open displaying the history archives throughout the old stables.
Stroll through the beautiful gardens and grounds, … View moreCome and view the historic Caccia Birch House in Palmerston North and the beautiful grounds that surround it on the 4th of November from 12pm until 4pm.
The Coach House will be open displaying the history archives throughout the old stables.
Stroll through the beautiful gardens and grounds, enjoying the spring flowers and birds and wonderful views over Hokowhitu Lagoon.
We are looking forward to an entertaining spectacle from Future's Past Steampunk members, who will demonstrate teapot races and parasol dueling to the sounds of the ukulele group 'The Strumpettes'
Feel free to bring along a picnic, settle on the large lawn out the front of the house, chill out and enjoy the ambiance - and hopefully some sunshine!
Extensive care has been put into the preservation of the buildings - so we love to share the experience of yesteryear with visitors
We are open to the public and entry is free - we look forward to seeing you there!
Join us this weekend at the Wairarapa A&P Show in Carterton! It promises to be a great day out. Come find us to hear top tips on how to build your wood pile over the summer, we’ll also be running a competition exclusive to attendees to win a winter’s worth of firewood equivalent to 10m³!
… View moreJoin us this weekend at the Wairarapa A&P Show in Carterton! It promises to be a great day out. Come find us to hear top tips on how to build your wood pile over the summer, we’ll also be running a competition exclusive to attendees to win a winter’s worth of firewood equivalent to 10m³!
Learn more about the competition on our website.
Shearing ace Jills Angus Burney wouldn't be where she is today if she hadn't picked up a handpiece …
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