The CountryHalal butcher caters to growing community's needsA new meat shop is filling a "niche in the market" with aims of catering to a growing Muslim community in Rotorua. Emire Amira Khan-Malak 21 Dec 04:42 AM
BDBDThe CountryNew Zealand milk collection falls 5.7%New Zealand milk collection fell 5.7% in first half due to unfavourable weather.21 Dec 04:16 AM
BDBDThe CountryA2 scotches talk of infant formula woesA2 Milk Co shares gained after the milk marketer played down fears about the infant formula market stemming from ASX-listed rival Bellamy's Australia's extended trading halt.21 Dec 03:45 AM
The CountryBreakthrough oil sales sizzleNorthland looks set to be the launching pad for a new global food product. Cocavo, made from a combination of organic coconut and 20 Dec 11:30 PM
BDBDThe CountryMilk prices dip in GDT auctionPrices at Fonterra's fortnightly GlobalDairyTrade auction have dipped slightly.20 Dec 05:28 PM
BDBDThe CountryNZ shares rise led by TegelNew Zealand shares rose as Tegel Group Holdings continued its rebound from last week's record low while Warehouse Group dropped after weaker earnings guidance.20 Dec 04:33 AM
The CountryBee product's NZ source in doubtA company has been charged for allegedly claiming its bee pollen product was sourced from New Zealand when it actually came from China.20 Dec 01:34 AM
The CountryIwi considered buying Frasertown meatworksNgati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) considered buying Silver Fern's Frasertown meatworks near Wairoa "but it would have been better 20 Dec 12:00 AM
The CountryNew group to focus on challenges in the manuka industryThe Bay of Plenty's manuka honey industry has become one of the first in the country to set up an advocacy group to help implement 19 Dec 11:00 PM
The CountryApple growers launch DazzleNew apple variety Dazzle is said to be the biggest thing since Royal Gala.19 Dec 10:25 PM
BDBDThe CountryTerra Vitae, Craggy Range post profitsTerra Vitae and Craggy Range have posted stronger full-year profits on rising wine prices and a bountiful harvest.19 Dec 02:50 AM
BDBDThe CountryNZ consumer confidence gainsNew Zealand consumer confidence posted its biggest lift in four years as rural communities were more upbeat after gains in dairy prices18 Dec 10:03 PM
The CountryLewis Road takes on Fonterra in courtLewis Road believes Fonterra has copied its milk packaging for its Kapiti Milk range, including shape and labelling which uses a similar cow.18 Dec 05:52 AM
The CountryNZ software intercepts fake formulaNew Kiwi software has intercepted a batch of fake infant formula with ties to a Russian counterfeiting ring.18 Dec 02:33 AM
The CountryAlliance Group develops super lambInvercargill based Alliance Group says chefs and restaurants have offered favourable feedback on its new class of lamb.16 Dec 11:00 PM
The CountryNew avocado nursery launched in Bay of PlentyUnprecedented demand for new planting in the growing avocado industry has prompted Bay of Plenty post-harvest operator Trevelyan's 15 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountryLewis Road boss considers legal actionLewis Road Creamery founder Peter Cullinane won't rule out legal action against Fonterra over allegedly negotiating a "greedy deal" with supermarkets.15 Dec 03:45 AM
BDBDThe CountryNZ dairy farm prices recoverNew Zealand farm sales rose 7.4 per cent in the three months ended November 30.15 Dec 03:21 AM
The CountryMeat boxes fund sustainable farming practicesGreg and Rachel Hart are attempting to change the world - one meat box at a time.15 Dec 03:00 AM
BDBDThe CountryHigh dairy prices won't bolster farmers overnight, says GuyThe recent pick up in dairy prices back to profitable levels may take some time to flow through New Zealand's economy as farmers focus on paying down debt.14 Dec 10:26 PM
The CountrySeeka launches GEM Avocado programmeSeeka has launched the first phase of the commercial planting programme for its new GEM Avocado variety, which the company says is 14 Dec 06:00 AM
The CountryMoratorium to be placed on Ruataniwha DamThe Hawke's Bay Regional Council's investment company has been asked to place a moratorium on their activites relating to the Ruataniwha Dam.14 Dec 12:49 AM
The CountryFarmer to trial new hazelnut varietiesRotorua farmer Alison Bentley has been awarded $50,000 to trial two new hazelnut varieties not currently grown commercially in New 13 Dec 08:00 PM
OpinionFeeling betrayed by Air NZCOMMENT: Air NZ announced it was pulling out of Whanganui. It sent a powerful message that Whanganui was not worthy of our national carrier's munificence.13 Dec 04:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryFonterra to build $240 million mozzarella plantFonterra will build a $240 million mozzarella plant in South Canterbury, making it the largest producer of natural mozzarella in the Southern Hemisphere.13 Dec 08:28 AM
BDBDThe CountryPrimary industry revenue to fall in 2017, MPI saysThe Ministry for Primary Industries has warned revenue from the sector is likely to fall by 0.8 per cent in 2017 to $36.7 billion.13 Dec 05:25 AM
BDBDThe CountryShare milkers still feeling bank debt pressureA fifth of share milkers who responded to a Federated Farmers survey said they were coming under pressure from their bank on their 13 Dec 04:04 AM
The CountryNew 'GEM' avocado draws strong interestSeeka has launched the first phase of the commercial planting programme for its new GEM Avocado variety.13 Dec 12:52 AM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Frustration growing ultra-fast in Matamata-PiakoWaikato towns are on the list but businesses are sick of waiting for ultra-fast broadband. And some have even taken matters into their own hands. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Dec 11:39 PM
The CountryFruit season off to a good startPickers are having to keep up with demand at Hanna Berry Farm with buyers snapping up fresh punnets. The farm near Havelock North 12 Dec 07:32 PM
The CountryLewis Road boss: Fonterra 'greedy'Lewis Road Creamery founder Peter Cullinane is accusing Fonterra of negotiating a "greedy" deal with supermarkets.12 Dec 07:45 AM
BDBDThe CountryShares continue drop with A2 Milk, Air NZNew Zealand shares dipped, led lower by A2 Milk Co on bad sentiment in the infant formula sector, while Orion Health Group continued to bounce.12 Dec 04:36 AM
BDBDThe CountryFonterra urges new PM to continue push for trade dealsFonterra has told investors in the cooperative's unit fund that it's critical the government continues driving regional and multi-lateral trade agreements.12 Dec 04:01 AM
The CountryBye Auckland: Great escape to regionsPromises of more relaxed lifestyles, less traffic and affordable houses are luring people out of Auckland.11 Dec 05:15 PM
