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Primary sector exports on track to grow by $1.7 billion

"Our farmers and growers are in a strong position to help us reboot our economy".

Cream rises: Rabobank upgrades milk price forecast

Rabobank has taken a less pessimistic view of milk prices for 2020/21.

Red meat sector's election wish list

The red meat sector is concerned about the conversion of farmland to forestry.

Dandeleith Angus has top price of $13,500

Anui Stud Livestock hosted its third on-farm auction of its Dandeleith Angus bulls.

T&G Fresh partners with leading US berry breeder

It will test, grow and market unique strawberry varieties from California's Plant Sciences

Beer shortages possible after brewery shut down following cyber attack

Production at the Speight's Brewery in Dunedin had stopped temporarily.

Stortford saleyards spring back to life

Covid-19 lockdown eased to level 2, meaning life could return to something like normal.

Jersey beef a popular and profitable option - Jersey Advantage

Jersey beef is gaining popularity as consumers increasingly seek out yellow-fat beef.

Call for more young people in deer industry

NZ Deer Farmers Association chair wants new blood in the industry.

Expos aim to attract people to the agricultural sector

SIT holding two Agricultural Redeployment Expos in Queenstown and Te Anau.

Ardern touches down in Te Puke for industry visit

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has touched down in Te Puke

Bumper kiwifruit harvest as gold licence prices rocket

The kiwifruit harvest is coming to an end in the Bay of Plenty with another strong year.

Trade Minister accuses EU of protectionism

Trade Minister accused European Union of protectionism after details of offer leaked.

The Covid comeback: Why kiwifruit sales are soaring in Europe

Consumers snap up New Zealand kiwifruit in quest for more Vitamin C.

Havelock North finance company makes $1b investment in dairying

New herd leasing service will provide an alternative option to bank lending for farmers.

From the chief executive: Innovation and upskilling key to recovery says NZ Avocado CEO

View from the top: Horticulture well-positioned to help lead NZ out of Covid-19.