PremiumPremiumThe CountryEast Coast's forestry nightmare: One year after Cyclone GabrielleMore than 160,000 tonnes of debris have been removed but foresters have a bigger worry.15 Feb 04:00 AM
The CountryKiwifruit exports in growth mode again after tough two yearsGlobal marketer Zespri has growth in its sights again.15 Feb 01:23 AM
The CountryWhy do some supermarket cheeses cost 50 per cent more than others?Cheese suppliers say the difference is not just down to the packaging.14 Feb 07:24 PM
The CountryFood prices on the rise again - milk, eggs and chocolate lead the wayDespite a monthly rise, annual price increases were the lowest since November 2021.13 Feb 10:29 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Everyone is in a different boat' - insurance issues linger a year on from the cyclonePremiums continue to rise, as insurers move further towards address-level pricing.13 Feb 01:50 AM
The Country'Not as efficient': Meat processing delays on the cardsFarmers holding onto stock for longer may cause problems along the chain.12 Feb 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySynlait keeps market guessing on DairyworksHigher financing costs are driving Synlait Milk to a big first half loss.12 Feb 01:50 AM
The CountryWonky Box's South Island expansion on trackWonky Box team employs 17 southerners, including an on-the-ground grower liaison.12 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryCompany news: Synlait, T&G losses to blow out; Fonterra lifts milk price forecastSome early bad news ahead of reporting season.11 Feb 10:20 PM
The CountryT&G Global full-year loss forecast balloons over insurance claim 'complexity'The firm's FY23 loss before tax is expected to be double what was previously anticipated.11 Feb 10:09 PM
The CountryFonterra lifts 2024 milk price forecastCEO Hurrell says Fonterra is well placed to weather geopolitical uncertainty.11 Feb 09:14 PM
The Country'Pretty simple': Horticulture business trials electric harvesterLeaderbrand is the first in NZ to trial new electric harvesting equipment.11 Feb 08:19 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNew Zealand stymies US dairy export growth in tough yearHigher NZ production and market tactics factors in US dairy export decline.11 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryDairyNZ Farmwatch: What's happening on Waikato farmsStrong competition for good staff means the recruitment process becomes more important.11 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFijian government signs deal with NZ firm to boost medicinal cannabis sectorThe New Zealand company plans to invest a minimum of $65m in Fiji's cannabis sector.11 Feb 01:14 AM
The CountryBuyers return to rising prices at Stortford LodgeStore lamb prices lifted this week as buyers returned from a summer break.08 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHigher NZ farmgate milk prices beckon after strong GDT auctionWhat was driving demand at this morning's Global Dairy Auction?07 Feb 02:03 AM
The CountryFarmer cheats taxes and Covid support schemes to fuel six-figure gambling habitWaikato man sentenced for false tax returns and fraudulent Covid support applications.07 Feb 01:14 AM
OpinionTrends point to alternative foods over traditional agricultureOpinion: Developing integrated climate, energy and alternative food plan for NZ is timely.06 Feb 11:40 PM
The CountryPrices rise 4.2 per cent in latest GDT2024 continues to be a happy new year for dairy farmers.06 Feb 08:39 PM
The CountryResearch shows farmers' main concern for the next decade'This research captures the zeitgeist of the New Zealand primary sector very well.'06 Feb 08:10 PM
The CountryDairyNZ Farmwatch: What's happening on Waikato farmsResults can be used to highlight areas for improving mating next season.06 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri's next big challenge: Kiwifruit growers' sinking appetite for share ownershipThe valuable kiwifruit export industry is recovering its mojo after a gruelling two years.06 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryKerry Paul on how to build a global business from the ground upGlobal business developer writes self-help book for Kiwi businessmen.05 Feb 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA berry good time to go: Zespri CEO on NZ industry, and his new US jobThe "right opportunity" came up as NZ kiwifruit industry recovers its export mojo.01 Feb 10:58 PM
The CountryFounding trio of Miraka stand down after 12 years of growthKingi Smiler, Maxwell Parkin and Mai Kieu Lien were instrumental in forming Taupō company.01 Feb 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPoor rural broadband highlighted in briefing to new Communications MinisterElon Musk's Starlink could be in for more costs and regulation, if MBIE gets its way.01 Feb 01:30 AM
The CountryNZ strong wool on the rise as Americans fall in love with wonder fibreResearch shows at least three in four US purchasers say they'd buy woollen products again.30 Jan 10:05 PM
The CountryWhy Eden Orchards is freezing cherries'We’re pretty happy with the taste and quality that we’ve got at the moment.'30 Jan 02:43 AM
The CountryMeet wool ‘navigator’ Anna CrosbieCrosbie is excited for strong wool to 'be a solution for different things'.29 Jan 08:02 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNZ dairy’s China opportunity: Can the growth continue?NZ has a commanding position in China's dairy industry. How long can it last?28 Jan 09:07 PM
The Country'Perfect storm' for avocado growers during dismal seasonThe current New Zealand Hass avocado season will be one growers will want to forget.28 Jan 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe dubious climate gains of turning soil into a carbon sinkBig food companies are touting regenerative agriculture, but there are significant hurdles27 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryHow Gareth Bearman keeps milk production up and costs downA $100,000 investment has given cows a greater incentive to get to the milking shed.26 Jan 04:00 PM
