Dairy1080 threat struck Fonterra's 'heart'Powerful victim impact statement read in court ahead of the sentencing of 1080 blackmailer Jeremy Kerr.22 Mar 11:45 PM
DairyStrong result a sign of things to come for Fonterra - SpieringsTheo Spierings said a "temporary imbalance" exists between Fonterra's strong results and farmers' tough times.22 Mar 10:05 PM
OpinionFraser: Fonterra's milk-buying regime cops unfair flakCOMMENT: Criticism from farmers about the cost of supply rules ignores built-in protection, writes Peter Fraser.22 Mar 09:43 PM
DairyFonterra's profits soar to $409mFinally some good news for dairy farmers - Fonterra will be doubling its dividend payout after profits jumped 123 per cent.22 Mar 09:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Fonterra makes the right callCOMMENT: Fonterra has made the right call by accelerating dividend payments instead of extending its dairy farmer shareholders loan package, writes Fran O'Sullivan.22 Mar 09:20 PM
DairyMilk formula firm slammedInfant formula brand Fernbaby is under fire for questionable marketing claims, including a testimonial on its website that suggests the product cured a baby's asthma and bronchitis.22 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionBryan Gould: Egg on Govt's face from dairy basketCOMMENT: The crisis in the dairy industry is of course a savage blow to many individual dairy farmers.21 Mar 10:04 PM
DairyFonterra aid for farmers in the windFonterra may dust off last year's support package or boost the percentage of earnings paid as dividends to help farmers hit by the dairy downturn.21 Mar 04:00 PM
DairyMike's Minute: The positives in farmingWhat's going on in dairy is fully explainable and virtually none of it is anyone's fault in this country. We've been here before with dairy and without a doubt we will be here again.Watch20 Mar 06:50 PM
DairyFive key questions for FonterraFonterra will unveil a strong half-year financial result on Wednesday, but this will not mute the criticism that has emerged.20 Mar 04:00 PM
DairyFonterra tipped to make positive resultCash-strapped dairy farmers can at least look forward to a strong first-half performance from Fonterra when it reports its result this week.20 Mar 04:00 PM
DairyFonterra asks for a discount dealFonterra will offer quicker payments to suppliers - if it gets a discount in return.18 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionFonterra may shake up formula's statusFonterra has been copping heavy criticism over its strategy as the financial pressure facing farmer shareholders deepens.17 Mar 05:00 PM
DairyDairy doldrums hit farm valuesDairy farm values are tumbling, according to data from the Real Estate Institute of NZ.17 Mar 04:00 PM
DairyFaster than expected growth in December quarterThe economy grew faster than expected in the December quarter but economists remained unimpressed.17 Mar 08:00 AM
The CountryThe Kiwi behind that $40m farms saleThe man who became Northland's biggest dairy farmer puts his success down to the skills he gained helping on his father's farm as a child.16 Mar 07:57 PM
OpinionMike's Minute: Good news for dairyDairy is expected pick up again later this year and into next. It's not all doom and gloom though—where dairy struggles, others will prosper.Watch16 Mar 07:34 PM
Dairy'Bank system can handle dairy downturn'However, even the Reserve Bank's best case scenario sees farm prices fall by 20pc, while the worst case scenario would see a fall in land prices of 40pc.16 Mar 01:00 AM
BDBDDairyFonterra confirms closure of cheese plantFonterra has confirmed the closure of its cheese plant in Kaikoura next month.15 Mar 10:50 PM
The CountryPlan to unleash new rabbit killing virusA new strain of virus that could decrease the number of rabbits by 30 per cent is up for government approval.15 Mar 09:52 PM
The CountryNZ buyer snaps up 10 farmsFarms south of Kaikohe which hit headlines last year when a Chinese firm offered to buy them have now sold to a wealthy New Zealand family.15 Mar 08:24 PM
The CountryDairy prices fall against expectationsWorld dairy prices went against market expectations and fell 2.9 per cent decline at the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction.15 Mar 05:50 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Fonterra departee delivers final offeringCOMMENT: Next Wednesday will be another major milestone in the NZ dairy industry. Dairy giant Fonterra will unveil its latest results.15 Mar 04:00 PM
DairyBoost for EU's farms bodes ill for NZ farmersNZ farmers may be in for a more prolonged slump in dairy prices after the EU announced plans to double the amount of skim milk powder it is prepared to buy.15 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryGlobalDairyTrade prices seen improvingFutures market pricing suggests tomorrow morning's GlobalDairyTrade auction will be flat to slightly better.15 Mar 01:05 AM
DairyFarmers discuss slump optionsFederated Farmers and Dairy NZ have been holding around the country aimed at helping farmers, particularly sharemilkers, through the downturn.14 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountrySynlait may need new capital investmentThe South Island dairy processor will need to consider investing in expansion given the rapid growth of A2, analysts say.13 Mar 06:47 PM
DairyFarmers won't be getting bailoutBill English has ruled out a bailout for struggling dairy farmers after Andrew Little said the Govt should consider emergency relief similar to droughts.13 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Dairy industry in race to ruinCOMMENT: How about you borrow $30 billion to invest in something that produces a commodity that swings in price by more than 50% over a 2 year cycle?12 Mar 04:00 PM
DairySuppliers fight back over payment termsFonterra has scored an own goal in extending payment terms for suppliers because some frustrated companies are secretly hiking their prices.11 Mar 04:00 PM
DairyTowns feeling farmer distressNorthland farm supplier Grant Whyte says the drop in dairy prices has been impossible to miss.11 Mar 04:00 PM
