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Alternative protein has reached a tipping point where it is becoming mainstream.
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Industry reached end of harvest with a record crop now headed for overseas markets.
Honey goldrush losing its shine, says apiarist
Honey prices have dropped to levels that may be unviable for some beekeepers.
Fran O'Sullivan: Importance of trade a silver lining from Covid's dark clouds
The pandemic has exposed the need for co-operation on trade matters among countries.
Wairarapa durum wheat trial aims to supply NZ bakers
Hopes durum wheat trial will help supply flour for NZ's growing appetite for pasta.
Call for pork imports to meet NZ standards
"The industry is not opposed to imports - what it opposes is an uneven playing field."
'Sombre' mood as book closes on Kawerau paper mill
Production inside the mill has stopped and the clean up has begun for 160 workers.
Call for more Fonterra transparency with capital restructure
Detail on strategy and performance outlook needed along with any change.
Wetland rules 'have gone too far', Parker admits
Minister says difficulty fixing wetland problem underlines why RMA needs changing.
Kate MacNamara: Do fishing boat cameras really warrant Covid funding?
How money earmarked for responding to a public health disaster bought cameras on boats.
Damien O'Connor unfazed by Fonterra share price dips
As long as cooperative does its job, billions in dairy farmers' assets will be maintained.
The last days of the Norske Skog Tasman Mill
In its 66-year history, the mill at Kawerau has provided intergenerational employment.
Sweet as! NZ's top honey producers celebrated
Outstanding achievements honoured at Apiculture NZ National Honey Competition.
Could this help housing shortage? First look at RMA reform
'RMA takes too long, costs too much and hasn't protected the environment.'
Jamie Mackay: Ardern's Fieldays popularity a problem for Nats
Farmers don't love Labour. So why did PM have 'rock star' status at Mystery Creek?
Fears despite boost to grape harvest
2021 vintage "exceptional" although smaller than the industry had hoped for.
Fonterra unit fund manager appoints advisors on reform proposal
Fonterra unit fund manager notes material drop in share prices.
Fonterra strikes $163m deal on China farms
The dairy giant's 51 per cent stake in the business will bring in $88m.
Strong commodity price outlook lifts farmer confidence higher
Farmer confidence up, despite concerns about govt policy and labour shortages.
Joint-venture Jersey farm to showcase breed's value
Jerseyland Farms initiative described as a "game-changer".
Tomato disease halts NZ exports to six countries
Pepino mosaci virus found in Auckland greenhouse, spread to three other commercial sites.
Developers warn septic tank overflow now classed as wetland, hurting housing supply
New rules capture farm tracks as wetlands.
Worldwide commodities boom drives fertiliser prices to 10-year highs
A commodities boom has driven fertiliser prices to their highest point in 10 years.
Zespri growers vote on plan to hobble China rogue growers
Chinese counterfeiting of Zespri-owned best selling gold variety expected to grow.
Action brewing against Fonterra directors over share price dive
Fonterra's capitalisation value has fallen $3b since capital restructure plan announced.
Truffle hunt in full swing
There are over 300 truffle farms, known as truffières, in New Zealand.
Cavalier names former Icebreaker boss as new CEO
Greg Smith replaces Paul Alston at the carpetmaker.
Kate MacNamara: The practical and political payoff for NZ-UK trade deal
Australia pipped NZ to the post in agreeing a UK trade deal, but the race isn't over yet.
'Complete package': $88,000 bull a South Island record-breaker
"I knew he was a good bull. I wasn't anticipating that sort of money though."
Waipipi Wind Farm opens on time, under budget
The farm's turbines are the biggest in New Zealand for both rotors and generators.
Exporters call for Govt action on labour shortages
Perfect Storm: Exporters fear shipping disruption and labour shortages threaten growth.
Big break for HB as Big Save buys farms, ups the ante in wool industry
The company is paying farmers up to double the market price for the strong wool.
New business helps Natalie fulfil her 'crazy chicken lady' destiny
Sheep & beef farmer Natalie Stocker spreads her wings with chicken rearing business.