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Kiwi Stories

Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) stories

Local Government

Government road funding cuts will cost Tararua nearly $1.3M

Ratepayers face an extra NZD $1.286 million bill over three years unless Tararua's road funding cut is reversed.

By Local Democracy Reporter • 3 min read • This month

Software-as-a-Service

Christchurch AI platform Caitlyn shines at AWS re:Invent

Christchurch-built AI platform Caitlyn stars at AWS re:Invent, showcasing secure, explainable enterprise search for sensitive data.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025

Large Language Models

FAR partners with Custom D to revolutionise research access

The Foundation for Arable Research partners with Custom D to implement AI technology, aiming to simplify access to a vast library of crop research and improve user experience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024

Global Stories

Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) stories

Internet of Things

How IoT is helping NZ's largest industry

A pioneering IoT trial at Kowhai Farm aims to revolutionise New Zealand's farming industry, expected to boost the country's export revenue to NZD $43.8 billion.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jan 2019