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Tomatoes among crops driving increase in produce prices

The cost of fruit and vegetables rose nearly 9 per cent last year.

Bill Gates is now the biggest owner of farmland in America

It is unclear why the self-confessed computing 'nerd' has invested in farmland so heavily.

From liquid gold to price crash: NZ's honey hangover

New mānuka standards cooled regular honey prices but have left NZ awash with product.

Shortage of quarantine spaces puts the brakes on shearing plans

Out of quarantine and straight into work - the Welsh boys love it.

Blueberry season delayed but going well

"Every farmer these days is nervous [about the weather]. It's the nature of the beast"

Fonterra launches product to help anxious Americans

Another market step unfolds in Fonterra's reset global business strategy.

Power deal reached: Tiwai life extended to 2024

Threats by mining giant to close led to months of negotiations over Southland plant.

Another strong season for NZ dairy farmers?

Economists expect milk prices to hit the top end of Fonterra's forecast range this season.

Irrigation company chairman steps down

Geoff Keeling steps down from Kurow-Duntroon Irrigation Company after 15 years.

Sealegs Amphibious boat commercial

Sealegs faces further court action after losing long-running legal case. Video / Sealegs

Amphibious boat builder hit with $6.8m damages claim

Rivals hit back and intend to make further claims.

Biotech's milk protein scores against flu virus, what's next?

Quantec eyes more viruses after breakthrough with milk protein versus influenza.

New Zealand's Envy apples on track to be a billion-dollar brand

The big, red, Envy apples had a record 23 per cent increase in international sales.

US property gurus reveal 10% stake in NZ Rural Land Co

Clyde and Rena Hollard hold worth $7.45 million.

Cherry Christmas: China Airlines swoops in to get NZ fruit to market

Airlines about to lift thousands of tonnes of cherries to Asia.

Regional economies: Agriculture strong, tourism struggling

Latest figures show regions with large agricultural bases have surging regional economies.