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Rabobank tips an OCR of 3.25% in July next year, with 'risks' to forecast

The effect of interest rate cuts is likely to be felt quicker than previously.

How seaweed can help reduce methane emissions

Whole Asparagopsis seaweed cuts cattle methane by 95.6%, outperforming bromoform.

NZ apple and pear revenue hits $2 billion

Future growth dependent on supportive economic and regulatory conditions.

Gallagher Group eyes Brazil's vast ranches in new South American market move

Demand for precision farming support offers 'enormous potential for growth'.

Exports up, imports down as fruit trade with Europe booms

A leap in kiwifruit and apple exports helps narrow the trade deficit.

Trap maker unleashes AI in the war against possums

The AI-powered traps can accurately distinguish between target and non-target species.

Kiwifruit infrastructure sector needs market signals to invest more: Seeka boss

A million-tray cool store can cost around $25m so market guidance is vital.

Four government departments spend more on consultants in a financial year after order to cut back

The Government has directed agencies to reduce reliance on contractors and consultants.

Diplomat says Russian attacks on ships, Ukraine farmers show need for NZ support

Machinations around oil and shipping as Ukraine faces tough winter.

NZ dairy farmers better-placed as season hits its peak

Increased dairy production and better milk prices have boosted on-farm earnings.

Kiwifruit company Seeka lifts earnings guidance, pays dividend early

Top fruit quality this season brightens outlook.

Prices take a slight dip in latest GDT auction

Only two products moved positively at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction.

Marcus Musson: Positive signs from China but forest owners should hold the high-fives

Sponsored content: Don’t go out and plan that trip to the Bahamas yet.

Annual food prices spike in September

Food prices have grown by 1.2% in the year to September.

Stock Takes: Fonterra on a roll? Contact's play for Manawa

Fonterra’s shares and units have performed strongly over the past 12 months.

What does China's economic stimulus package mean for NZ dairy exports?

Only time will tell if China's economic boost package revs up consumer demand.