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Kiwi v Aussie dairy farmers: Who’s the least satisfied and looking for another job?

Research results give Australian industry stakeholders plenty to chew over.

Food prices rise in December, driven by dairy, fruit, cooking oil

Non-alcoholic drinks and tobacco registered the biggest annual price increases.

Renewed US trade war threatens China's 'lifeline'

Exports have historically been a key engine in the world's second-largest economy.

Growing optimism for the 2025 avocado season

The avocado industry is holding on to hope for a good season in 2025.

New independent director for Alliance Group board

Day replaces Simon Robertson, who will step down from the board at the end of March.

New chief executive for NZ Meat Board

Nick Beeby, acting chief executive since July 2024, replaces Sam McIvor.

Mānuka honey’s sticky export situation

The industry is urged to learn how to keep the premium status of high-grade mānuka honey.

NZ butter price spike: 500g block hits $9.19

We're a dairy giant, so why is butter so expensive?

Opinion: Anti-predator fighters and humble soil the unsung heroes in climate battle

OPINION: Predator-free goals and knowing the value of carbon stored in soil are crucial.

Zespri fires up expanded offshore growing plans

Overseas growers are lining up to produce SunGold for Zespri.

Dairy prices drop for Christmas

This is the first negative result since a 0.3% dip at the October 16 event.

NZ wine volume slump adds to new Southern Hemisphere production low

Global wine production down, Italy regains No 1 spot.

Fruit and veges get cheaper but domestic airfares go up

Those flying overseas had it better than domestic travellers.

Chicory-finished lamb added to boutique meat company offerings

Matangi is normally known for its Angus beef.

Fonterra converting two coal boilers to reduce emissions

Dairy giant Fonterra's $64 million project to convert two coal boilers to wood pellets.

'Virtue signalling': Farmers' complaint against major banks

Banking Alliance requires clients to meet GHG reduction targets for lower interest rates.

Return to growth: MPI sees big lift in exports in 2025

MPI expects to see a rebound in New Zealand's primary sector exports in 2025.

The sector paying an average $70k

'You don’t have transport costs, you step out of the door and you’re at work.'