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Farmer Of The Year
Farmer of the Year 2022 nominations now open
We are searching for the best farmers from across Australia to be honoured in The Weekly Times Coles 2022 Farmer of the Year awards.
Photo gallery: Farmer of the Year awards
Australian ag’s best and brightest descended on the MCG for The Weekly Times Coles 2021 Farmer of the Year awards. See all the pictures.
Farmer of the Year finalists announced
Australian agriculture’s brightest stars have been named as finalists in The Weekly Times Coles Farmer of the Year awards.
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