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The aim is to keep the opposing furrows absolutely parallel so that, when they meet, they form one perfect furrow that zips the work together. A well-turned plot reflects the skill of the plougher—their ability to drive straight lines and maintain an even depth throughout. Photo: Ruth McDowall / NZ Geographic
This week, it's 'The straight and narrow', written by Bill Morris for New Zealand Geographic magazine's November-December issue.
Ploughing—the epitome of the colonial ‘civilising’ of land—is as fundamental to this country’s history as war and rugby. Perhaps it’s not surprising that we make a sport out of it.
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