The CountryKiwifruit picking business hit with $30K fineA Bay of Plenty kiwifruit picking business was penalised for employment law breaches.15 May 03:54 AM
The CountryListen: How drought affects the global beef industryRabobank US Animal Proteins Analyst, Don Close on global dynamics of the beef industry.15 May 02:16 AM
The CountryDr Nic Lees: Agriculture sector conditions unsustainableDr Nic Lees says New Zealand agriculture cannot continue with business as usual.15 May 01:30 AM
The CountryCarter steps down early as NZ Pork chairmanNew Zealand Pork chairman Ian Carter has stepped down before the end of his tenure.14 May 08:30 PM
The CountryKiwi firm faces big fine for toxic gas cloudBallance Agri-Nutrients blames poor communication between controllers for fumes release.14 May 05:00 PM
The CountryA regulation loss could be Fonterra's gainCould Fonterra be about to win its long fight not to have to take all new milk?14 May 05:00 PM
The CountryCow disease may be in every region: Damien O'ConnorDisease has been confirmed at a Waikato farm.14 May 08:54 AM
The CountryCattle disease Mycoplasma bovis found in WaikatoThe Cambridge positive takes the number of infected properties across the country to 39.14 May 04:14 AM
The CountryFonterra Brands NZ boss resignsFonterra's managing director of New Zealand brands resigns amid top changes.14 May 03:40 AM
The CountryRabobank: Profitable dairy season expected for mostThe new 2018-19 dairy season is predicted to begin with a positive outlook.13 May 08:30 PM
The CountryNestle won't dent a2's China prospectsNestle's move into China will not hurt a2 Milk's prospects, according to an analyst.13 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmers eye third year of strong dairy pricesNZ economists expect next season's dairy prices to remain firm.13 May 05:00 PM
Rural businessJeremy Tauri: Can you live up to tax scrutiny?The IRD may target the hospitality and food industry at the end of the financial year.13 May 04:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryCost of takeaway leads food price riseNew Zealand food prices edged up in April on the cost of takeaway food.10 May 11:26 PM
The CountryGreenhill Station wins accoladesThe importance of setting up a business plan and implementing it was highlighted.10 May 08:00 PM
The CountrySaudi sheep saga: 'model farm in desert' still unfinishedThe ewes were flown over in October 2014.10 May 05:00 PM
The CountryBlack market helps spread cattle diseaseNumber of farms under control for Mycoplasma bovis jumps from 130 to 290.10 May 12:05 AM
The CountryNgāwhā geothermal project steams ahead; drilling soonProgress steams ahead at the Ngawha Geothermal Power Station expansion project10 May 12:00 AM
The CountryDamien O'Connor: Dairy farmers need to aim for high qualityKiwi dairy farmers have an opportunity to market the best milk in the world.09 May 11:30 PM
The CountrySix ways to spot a looming recessionEconomist Cameron Bagrie shared economic warning signs of recession with farmers.09 May 08:00 AM
The CountryMt Difficulty wine-maker pushes for better use of irrigationA Central Otago winemaker wants better use of irrigation on vineyards.09 May 04:30 AM
The CountryDuncraigen Herefords stud expert outlines best bull qualitiesWhen buying a bull, look for some very particular qualities - Bruce Robertson.09 May 03:30 AM
The CountryIt's an offal job but someone's got to ...Renee Matthews-Cooper is in her element operating Mac Hole Drillers.09 May 03:00 AM
The CountryListen: Agribusiness report has good news for farmersRabobank's Todd Charteris gives an overview of a positive agribusiness monthly report.09 May 02:12 AM
The CountryFonterra wants end to compulsory pick-upFonterra calls foul over having to take all milk as dairy industry review terms emerge.08 May 11:31 PM
The CountrySouthern Goat Group formed in MiltonWhitestone Boer Goat Stud farmers have formed a Southern Goat Group to support breeders.08 May 11:30 PM
The CountryOpinion: How to manage your farm in the face of uncertaintyANZ's Mark Hiddleston writes, "farming is often the art of managing the uncontrollable."08 May 11:30 PM
The CountryNew Mycoplasma bovis find on North Canterbury farmA farm has tested positive for Mycoplasma bovis in the north Canterbury region.08 May 11:13 PM
The CountryCoarse wool sector adopts global platformCoarse wool will have a dedicated global online auction platform.08 May 10:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryO'Connor's dairy law review to gauge consumer interests, industry issuesGovernment will be reviewing the regulatory regime governing Fonterra.08 May 09:43 PM
The CountryKiwifruit worker shortage: Too few willing to workWhy are there not enough people to pick kiwifruit?08 May 08:00 PM
The CountryCattle Flat Station farmer new Southland Federated Farmers presidentGeoffrey Young is the new Southland Federated Farmers president.08 May 06:00 PM
The CountryDecision imminent on Mbovis cattle disease battle planBiosecurity risks so far don't come bigger than Mbovis cattle disease.08 May 03:52 AM
The CountryTerms due for major dairy reviewMuch-anticipated terms of reference for dairy industry review due out Wednesday.08 May 03:20 AM
