AgribusinessForced off farm despite never missing paymentAussie farmer Charlie Phillott was forced off his property by the bank at the age of 87.26 Jun 07:50 AM
AgribusinessPublic information on M. bovis snarled in red tapeMPI dragging chain on release of M bovis-related information under the OIA.25 Jun 04:01 AM
AgribusinessNZ primary sector wary of world trade warsThe primary sector its jumpy over the prospect of escalating trade protectionism.24 Jun 04:30 AM
AgribusinessLord of the Fries set to open 13 NZ storesVegan fast food operator Lord of the Fries has big plans for a meat-free New Zealand.19 Jun 01:09 AM
AgribusinessCashflow better but uncertainty wobbles for farmersDairy farming cashflows are better but uncertainty underpins the relief, says ANZ.17 Jun 02:58 AM
AgribusinessHastings farm infected with M. bovisConcerns now for farms bordering the infected property.15 Jun 06:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Carbon cuts we can bank onSetting goals, removing politics — Zero Carbon Bill is like the Reserve Bank Act.14 Jun 05:00 PM
AgribusinessFormer Fonterra chairman backs John WilsonSir Henry van der Heyden says John Wilson has done a good job.14 Jun 07:59 AM
AgribusinessWinston Peters agrees with Shane Jones over FonterraPeters says because of losses he agrees Fonterra heads should roll, starting at the top.14 Jun 05:26 AM
AgribusinessArdern responds to Jones' call for Fonterra chair to resignNZ First MP's view not Government policy, says PM.14 Jun 01:53 AM
AgribusinessFonterra products earning a premium but will it last?Fonterra powders command premium price but will it last long enough to plump milk price?13 Jun 06:30 AM
Agribusiness'It's traumatising people': Tsunami of logging slash angers farmersTolaga Bay people have had enough of slash. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Jun 09:32 PM
AgribusinessBiosecurity a job for all Kiwis: Fieldays kick-off messageAgriculture Minister says biosecurity the job of all Kiwis, all the time.12 Jun 08:30 PM
OpinionComment: Can dairy farmers get more from less?High-energy, low-protein feed in addition to grass helps increase milk production.11 Jun 06:13 AM
AgribusinessFieldays breakfast bans media to promote 'open' discussionKPMG shuts Fieldays business breakfast to the public to encourage "open" discussion.11 Jun 04:51 AM
BDBDAgribusinessTegel profit slides $8.1 millionThe company recommended shareholders accept a foreign takeover bid.10 Jun 10:27 PM
AgribusinessCattle disease cull not worth the stress: farmerThe Govt has unveiled an $886m plan to eliminate the disease.03 Jun 11:44 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Cold facts don't diminish need to look after farmersCOMMENT: When it comes to biosecurity it's in national interest to stay calm and clinical.02 Jun 05:00 PM
AgribusinessVaccine search a priority if cattle disease sets inNo suitably effective vaccine available globally, despite years of development efforts.31 May 09:07 AM
AgribusinessBanks facing hit from M.bovis cattle diseaseDairy sector debt still high, with cattle disease an added risk, says Reserve Bank.30 May 04:32 AM
AgribusinessBusiness case for cattle disease plan kept secretThe full cost of eradication over 10 years is projected to be $886 million.29 May 09:03 AM
AgribusinessFarmers urged to seek support as cattle cull loomsAbout 126,000 animals in addition to the 26,000 already underway will be culled.29 May 05:58 AM
AgribusinessCattle disease cull will hit like a drought: economistBut resulting drop in production will push prices up and dull the impact.28 May 09:01 AM
AgribusinessGovernment to try eradicating cow disease150,000 + cattle will be culled in a world-first bid to eradicate Mycloplasma bovis.28 May 04:00 AM
AgribusinessGovernment to make announcement on M. BovisPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern will announce next measures in the fight against M. bovis.28 May 03:55 AM
AgribusinessCattle disease fight set to split rural NZCabinet today to decide on the weapon for cattle disease fight but army is divided.27 May 05:00 PM
AgribusinessRachel Stewart: Farmers angry with MPI over Mycoplasma bovisCOMMENT: MPI chief fighting Mycoplasma bovis says previous column hit close to bone.23 May 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessLog exports soar to record highForest products are New Zealand's third-largest commodity export group.23 May 02:57 AM
OpinionSteven Carden: Farm changes only way to goCOMMENT: Pāmu, NZ's biggest farming company, has seen future and it is sustainable.21 May 05:00 PM
Agribusiness'She came across like she cared': Farmers on ArdernPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern impresses Waikato farmers at cattle disease meeting.20 May 11:44 PM
AgribusinessFalling dollar good news for exportersThe NZ dollar has slumped by about 7 per cent in just one month.20 May 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessGovt to crack down on animal tracingNational Animal Identification and Tracing system to be overhauled.17 May 11:24 PM
AgribusinessBudget 2018: Spending on cattle disease may be too lowThe $85m set aside for tackling Mycoplasma bovis could be too little.17 May 06:14 AM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy product prices rise at latest auctionThe GDT price index rose 1.9% from the previous auction two weeks ago.16 May 02:05 AM