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Cheap Chinese electric utes will help NZ meet climate goals once 'ute tax' repealed

An economist thinks the arrival of Chinese EVs will see uptake soar.

Westpac sets intensity-based emissions target for farms it lends to

Westpac, like other NZ lenders, is a member of the Net Zero Banking Alliance.

What is Ngāi Tahu’s game plan for the Sanford fishing company?

Director churn and an interim CEO pick raises questions about the iwi's agenda.

Grocery adds lustre to the Red Sheds

The grocery market was a saving grace for The Warehouse.

Finally, cheaper cheese - food prices fall in October

New Stats NZ data shows food prices fell in October compared to September.

Sanford has highest revenue result in five years

Sanford's focus on three areas, as result follows two director departure announcements.

Sanford director departures in 'very different circumstances' - chairman

Sanford remains in compliance with NZX listing rules, says Sir Rob McLeod.

Govt faces billion-dollar Emissions Trading Scheme hole

Why another failed ETS auction wouldn't be a "failure".

Sanford directors jump ship, one cites shareholder actions

And a question emerges over a director's role as the interim CEO.

Allbirds dives to new low as its quarterly loss widens to US$32m

The firm, co-founded by ex-All White Tim Brown, says its Christmas will be even tougher.

Fonterra wants 30 per cent emissions reduction across farms

Collective farm target is response to growing sustainability obligations and demands.

Exciting things brewing for Elemental Cider

Elemental Cider has taken home several awards and is involved in a new apple study.

‘I’ll stay here until I’m done’: Dairy farming at an airport

Hamish Jenkins has milked his cows on farm surrounding Dunedin Airport for over a decade.

NZ on the line in Dubai for COP28

New Zealand political leaders have talked a big game on climate change.

One size does not fit all farms

Beef + Lamb New Zealand is calling for more flexibility into environmental reform agenda.

Dairy prices drop in latest GDT auction

GDT had been on the up since after a 7.4 per cent drop on August 15.

25 years post settlement, Ngāi Tahu set up for bright and lucrative future

Settlement assets increased by 1000 percent.

Under wraps: Report on Zespri's export dominance for growers' eyes only

Grower body says "communication" of the report's findings has yet to be decided.