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The New Zealand HeraldNews report · Jul 2, 5:32 AM
Drought, unpicked apples, and freezing winters: El Nino’s greatest hits
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The 1997-98 event cost farmers an estimated $425m after widespread drought.
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Drought, unpicked apples, and freezing winters: El Nino’s greatest hits
The 1997-98 event cost farmers an estimated $425m after widespread drought.
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What happened The 1997-98 event cost farmers an estimated $425m after widespread drought.
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Radio New ZealandNews report · Jul 2, 4:55 AM
Drought, unpicked apples, and freezing winters: El Niño's greatest hits
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Every El Niño is different - but history shows there are certain weather patterns New Zealanders can expect over the coming months.
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