OpinionTheo Spierings: Fund float boosts Fonterra footingWhen the Fonterra Shareholders' Fund made its debut on the NZX last December, the co-operative was finally able to put its capital structure on a firm footing.12 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionSue Kedgley: Another food scare, another crisisIt's always interesting to see how corporations and governments respond to a food safety crisis, writes Sue Kedgley.04 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionSam Judd: Free-range fibbingColumnist Sam Judd checks in on free-range eggs. Are they really free-range or are the images of happy chickens frolicking in green paddocks just a fantasy?03 Feb 07:52 PM
OpinionEditorial: Milk formula fuss warning for exportersThe words "New Zealand" have to be synonymous with food safety. The country cannot afford its reputation as a pure and wholesome food producer to be tarnished.30 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Battle plan lacking for dairy trade riskNew Zealand Ambassador Carl Worker's fulsome apology for the "confusion" caused to Chinese consumers over the detection of DCD residues in New Zealand-sourced milk is clearly an attempt to stop the trade risk to New Zealand dairy exports escalating in Chi29 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionTheo Spierings: Testing for DCDFonterra chief executive Theo Spierings says the co-operative often leads the way in developing food standards.29 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionRodney Hide: Ignorance almost made hungry monkeys of usI was hugely relieved to learn this New Year that we hadn't run out of bananas.12 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionBruce Wills: Farmers passionate about water and the futureAs 2012 draws to a close there is no such thing as the "good old days" when it comes to water use in town or country.26 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionRock stars of NZ business worldThis has been another testing year for New Zealand businesses as they rock along the decade of "grumpy growth".25 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Another year over, better to comeAnd so this is Christmas, and what have you done, New Zealand business?24 Dec 01:04 AM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: One sales pitch to kids that no one can object toWith a product as healthy as milk, this is one child-directed selling ploy that is not going to upset the nutritionists or, for that matter, parents, writes Brian Rudman.18 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionSue Kedgley: Clean green image hides a dark realityNews that New Zealand cows are being fed genetically modified soy and cottonseed meal has come as a shock to many consumers, writes Sue Kedgely.13 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionBob Jones: Market system has costs but it's the best on offer"Few folk understand money, which is logical as it's enormously complex," writes Bob Jones.29 Oct 08:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Meanwhile, back at the ranchWhy is van der Heyden sticking around?16 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Meridian needs best dealMeridian Energy is not a private enterprise but in negotiation with Rio Tinto it must act like one. If it can get a better power price elsewhere, Tiwai smelter must go.14 Oct 04:29 PM
OpinionLee Hsien Loong: Foundation laid, now for more progressLee Hsien Loong sees a bright future as New Zealand and Singapore build on their friendship.11 Oct 08:00 PM
OpinionDebate: Who owns the water?The Maori King and the Prime Minister drew the battle lines, with the former saying "Maori'' and the latter saying "No One''. Today, two legal academics explore the deep currents that lie beneath each claim.25 Sep 09:30 PM
OpinionShould NZ grow genetically modified crops?What are the benefits, if any? And is it inevitable? Two views from opposite sides of the argument from Agram chief executive Graeme Peters and university researcher Professor Jack Heinemann.11 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionSuccess: Helping hand for farmersDairy industry provides proving ground for ideas.08 Jul 09:30 PM
OpinionBernard Hickey: Farmers right to be wary of shareholders' lust for short-term gain30 Jun 05:30 PM
