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    An Ashburton farmer has taken out the Guinness World Record for the highest wheat yield

    An Ashburton farmer has taken out the Guinness World Record for the highest wheat yield


    Eric Watson produced 17.398 tonnes per hectare wheat crop -- beating his previous record in 2017 of 16.791 tonnes per hectare.

    The achievement has been admired by the wider industry, and is providing insights into innovations for future growth.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     Today's News

    Law and Order:
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    Entertainment:
    Chrissy Teigen wants her and pal Meghan, Duchess of Sussex's children to have playdates 7:11

    Education:
    Suggestions of improvements to primary school literacy's being deemed a great start 7:07

    Entertainment:
    Victoria Beckham had a "really honest" conversation with her daughter about her eating disorder 6:41

    Entertainment:
    King Charles has saved the World Conker Championships (WCC) 6:11

    Rugby:
    Coach Scott Robertson has justified the emphasis on midfielders and loose forwards in the 36-strong All Blacks squad for the grand slam tour 5:07

    Business:
    Inland Revenue could soon take unpaid tax out of bank accounts 21:57

    Entertainment:
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    Motoring:
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    Entertainment:
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