BDBDAgribusinessZespri to license more SunGold kiwifruit in ItalyZespri International will licence more production of its SunGold variety in Italy to meet rising demand and ensure 12-month supply.09 Feb 01:48 AM
BDBDAgribusinessSynlait lifts forecast payoutSynlait Milk increased the forecast payout to $6.25 per kilogram of milk solids for the current season up from a prior forecast of $6/kgMS.08 Feb 09:08 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDecline in calf sales hits Allied Farmers profitRural services firm Allied Farmers said profit fell in its first half because of a decline in calf processing sales.08 Feb 08:47 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy product prices eke out surprise gainDairy prices have lifted 1.3 per cent at Fonterra's GlobalDairyTrade auction, with the important whole milk powder price up 1 per cent.07 Feb 06:07 PM
BDBDAgribusinessWhole milk powder set to fall at GDTThe price of whole milk powder, New Zealand's key commodity export, is likely to decline on the GlobalDairyTrade platform overnight.07 Feb 02:28 AM
Agribusiness'Moment of truth' for NZ agricultureRabobank says 2017 will usher in a period of considerable change and uncertainty for New Zealand agriculture.07 Feb 12:52 AM
BDBDAgribusinessLamb wool prices slump more than 50pcNew Zealand lamb wool, which was trading at a record high last season, has slumped by more than 50 per cent at recent auctions.06 Feb 11:24 PM
AgribusinessDairy cow shipment leaves for ChinaA ship carrying 4500 dairy cows has begun its journey to China after being cleared by authorities.01 Feb 10:53 PM
AgribusinessSheep and beef farm converted to quinoaAfter a third year of growing the South American grain quinoa in the Moawhango Valley, plans are underway to begin selling it labelled "Kiwi Quinoa".01 Feb 06:13 PM
AgribusinessNorthland in fifth drought in eight yearsFarmers needed serious rain - up to 100mm - but there was none on the horizon and soil moisture levels across Northland were extremely low.01 Feb 05:00 PM
AgribusinessPremium Whitebait ramps up productionNZ Premium Whitebait plans to ramp up production for exports after a first successful harvest.01 Feb 01:34 AM
BDBDAgribusinessKing Salmon passes FMA sniff testKing Salmon passed an FMA sniff test despite only hinting at challenges in Sounds.31 Jan 11:48 PM
AgribusinessFonterra still confident in ChinaFonterra is confident in its China strategy despite Beingmate Baby & Child saying losses for 2016 will be about double the previous forecast.25 Jan 05:43 PM
AgribusinessBeingmate expected loss widensBeingmate said its revenue and profitability showed a slight improvement but annual losses had become "more significant than previously expected".24 Jan 11:45 PM
Agribusiness'Old school' milk in high demandGlass bottled, pasteurised full-cream milk "straight from the vat" is making a comeback.24 Jan 09:29 PM
AgribusinessNZ sheep-to-human ratio shornNew Zealand's most often quoted statistic - the sheep to people ratio - has taken another hit, according to Statistics NZ.19 Jan 09:59 PM
AgribusinessWhole milk powder prices weaken at GDTWhole milk powder prices failed to live up to expectations by registering a slight fall at the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction.17 Jan 11:05 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy product prices riseDairy product prices inched higher at the Global Dairy Trade auction, stemming two consecutive declines.17 Jan 06:15 PM
BDBDAgribusinessLamb returns may be dented with high kiwiReturns from New Zealand's lamb exports may be restrained by the kiwi's strength against the British pound.16 Jan 12:14 AM
AgribusinessRemuera farmers stymie Katikati growthIt's a classic clash between urban growth and farmers.13 Jan 06:00 PM
AgribusinessNorthland farmers face big dryNorthland farmers are facing drier than normal conditions.13 Jan 07:01 AM
BDBDAgribusinessWool prices fall in first auction of yearWool prices at this week's auction fell, particularly for varieties sourced from the North Island.12 Jan 11:48 PM
AgribusinessBellamy's CEO exits after $500m wipe-outThe chief executive of troubled baby formula maker Bellamy's is stepping down in the wake of its share price plunge.11 Jan 08:57 PM
BDBDAgribusinessNZ dollar stays below US70cDealers suggest the Kiwi currency will likely trade between US67c and US72c over the coming months09 Jan 04:28 AM
AgribusinessExporters welcome lower dollarExporters look likely to benefit from a weaker New Zealand dollar this year.08 Jan 01:03 AM
AgribusinessTrump's trade talk said to be no bluffTrade officials have signalled that Donald Trump will take aggressive steps to boost exports.05 Jan 07:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy prices fall at first 2017 auctionDairy product prices fell at the Global Dairy Trade auction, sliding for a second consecutive auction.03 Jan 06:32 PM
EditorialDairy turmoil shows folly of narrow focusCOMMENT: Farming does not get the public attention is deserves.02 Jan 04:00 PM
AgribusinessJohn Luxton honoured for services to dairyJohn Luxton, former Dairy NZ chairman and one-time minister of agriculture, says his honour is for his fellow farmers.30 Dec 11:34 PM
AgribusinessHawke's Bay farmer made ONZMJustine Kidd, managing director of Hawke's Bay-based farmers collective Kitahi, has been honoured for her services to the dairy industry and equestrian sport.30 Dec 10:29 PM
AgribusinessBeef breeder Laurie Paterson made ONZMSouthland beef breeder Laurie Paterson has been acknowledged in the New Year Honours for his long and innovative career.30 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessLessons for farmers from dairy slumpAll going well, the milk price could be revised up to $6.50/kg next year, economists say.29 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionRachel Stewart: Who will stand up to dairying?COMMENT: As we head into another sweltering Kiwi summer, the water quality of our lakes, rivers and streams will continue to disappoint and enrage.27 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessFarmers emerge from downturnDairy farmers face a brighter future after a big rebound in prices.23 Dec 03:00 AM
