PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra a maverick in attitude to dairy export quota eligibility rejig proposalReview of 17-year-old system finds quota unused, sheep and goat milk exports shut out.18 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryAnchor sale will include national franchise networkOne Anchor franchise business is currently for sale with a $2.39m asking price.16 Jun 07:14 PM
The Country100-year-old milk powder found at Ernest Shackleton’s Antarctica hutHow did New Zealand-made milk powder end up with Shackelton in the first place?14 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryMPI reports forecast dip in primary industry export revenueMPI released Situation and Outlook for the Primary Industries report at Fieldays.12 Jun 09:31 PM
The CountryDip in spending expected at Fieldays this yearThe gates are open and the crowds are streaming in for the 56th annual Fieldays.12 Jun 12:05 AM
The CountryFieldays: DairyNZ celebrates success of 20-year-old DairyBase toolDairyNZ showcasing 20-year-old online platform at Fieldays.11 Jun 08:14 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDairy farmers will need to tighten belts this season, says DairyNZInflation has eaten into what historically would have been a strong farmgate milk price.11 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryAgriculture removed from ETS; He Waka Eke Noa disbandedThe Government also announces new initiative.11 Jun 02:05 AM
The CountryDairy farms benefit from sustainability fundFund received many high-quality applications reflecting strong interest from Kiwi farmers.08 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe rise, fall and rise of a2 MilkThe stock has been the market’s strongest performer to date.06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCan a2 Milk capitalise on predicted catch up in Chinese birth rate?China's marriage rate plummeted in grim Covid restrictions.06 Jun 03:36 AM
The CountryMiraka announces strong milk price forecastMiraka will pay its suppliers a base price, which has been set at $8.25/kgMS.05 Jun 02:37 AM
The CountryPositive start to the new season for GDTGood news for Kiwi dairy farmers this morning.04 Jun 09:39 PM
The CountryFormer Finance Minister Ruth Richardson replaced on Synlait boardRichardson will be replaced by Leon Fung.04 Jun 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhat went wrong with Synlait and how new chair plans to fix itThe cash-strapped dairy company Synlait can be restored, he says.04 Jun 03:00 AM
The CountryStruggling Synlait confirms farmer exodusThe company made the announcement while the NZ sharemarket was closed.03 Jun 02:19 AM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursFans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.02 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhat do Fonterra's farmer-owners think of its third quarter results?Watchdog council eyes pressure on business performance in Q4 as price relativities narrow.29 May 05:14 AM
The CountryFonterra sets new season milk price forecast, reports strong Q3 performanceCurrent season milk price forecast narrows, earnings per share outlook lifted28 May 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPrice gap between Fonterra stocks lingers after flurry of activity over sale prospectPrice of Fonterra farmer-owned shares surged over possible consumer business sale.27 May 03:30 AM
The Country'Long-term game': Farmer works on how to 'winter better'Kevin Hall has looked for ways to improve wintering facilities for his cows since 2008.25 May 05:00 PM
The Country'Stainless steel cows': Is precision fermentation a threat to Kiwi farmers?NZ labs could soon start mass-producing dairy-identical products without using cows.24 May 05:00 PM
The CountryTake care on rural roads on Moo-ving DayThousands of cows are moved about the country on or around June 1.23 May 02:06 AM
The CountryMozzarella steals the show at final GDT for the seasonGlobal dairy prices have ended the current season on a positive note.21 May 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra 2024/25 milk price heading well north of $8/kgMSPrices for a key ingredient of chocolate and icecream rose in a strong auction showing.21 May 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra's options for quitting capital-hungry consumer product business include IPOIndustry reacts to talk of major Fonterra shake-up.21 May 09:17 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDuncan Shand: Fonterra's nonsensical move – can you imagine Coke selling off its brand?OPINION: Research shows strong brands command a price premium and grow faster than rivals.21 May 08:38 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra’s farmer-owners to scrutinise consumer business sale prospectsShareholders will want to know where the value is going to come from after any divestment.21 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNZ dairy business blames Ethiopian ministry for insolvency'Pioneering' company wanting to develop heat-tolerant cattle hit trouble overseas.21 May 04:38 AM
The CountryS&P backs Fonterra's consumer planS&P Global Ratings has lent its support to Fonterra's plan to sell its consumer business.20 May 02:32 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTip Top results suggest Fonterra may be right to leave consumer retail to specialistsThe buyer of the beloved New Zealand icecream label sold by Fonterra is on a growth path.20 May 01:41 AM
The CountryDairy winners announced for 2024 Ahuwhenua TrophyFarm manager Ben Purua and Wairarapa Moana ki Pouākani Incorporation honoured at awards.19 May 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra makes its ‘boldest call yet’Ari Dekker on the co-op’s move to put its consumer business up for sale.17 May 02:57 AM
The CountryWhy Northland bull Sherlock is outstanding in his fieldGlen Kaycee Sherlock JG is a CRV Jersey bull bred by the Tucker family from Northland.17 May 12:50 AM