The Country'They're elderly, time will sort this out'Turangi residents have been fighting with their local power company for years, with the company alleging the group is fearmongering.27 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDDairyFarmers need to reconsider 'smart level' of debtFarmers Dairy chairman Andrew Hoggard says dairy farmers need to ask themselves what a smart level of debt is given the risk profile for the next decade.27 Jun 01:07 AM
BDBDSheep and BeefSheepmeat, tourism may be hardest hit by BrexitNew Zealand's sheepmeat exports and tourists from the UK may be the hardest hit from the Brexit.27 Jun 12:41 AM
Sheep and BeefMeat trade rides on result of EU voteNew Zealand's beef and lamb trade will be affected if Britain decides to leave the European Union, says an industry body.23 Jun 09:30 AM
The CountryWork on family farm ends in disputeA woman working on a farm owned by her father and stepmother was forced to leave after a heated argument.20 Jun 09:11 PM
The CountryTough times prove good for FieldaysNear-record crowds flocked to Fieldays near Hamilton, making it one of the biggest years in the event's history.19 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFonterra's Chinese baby stepsAs the dairy co-op tries to sell infant formula to Chinese parents, it's playing catch-up with competitors who got there first.16 Jun 09:03 PM
HorticultureHow kiwifruit helped the dairy slumpWATCH: Despite the dairy downturn a big lift in kiwifruit and apple exports has boosted agricultural revenue.16 Jun 12:30 AM
The CountryThe avocado bandits pushing up pricesBrazen thieves have been targeting avocado growers in the district, with up to a dozen theft complaints to Western Bay police in the past six weeks.15 Jun 08:19 PM
BDBDThe CountryWorld dairy prices steady overnightDairy product prices have held steady at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction.15 Jun 08:10 PM
BDBDThe CountryWrightson lifts earnings forecast on strong retailPGG Wrightson raised its earnings guidance, although the rural services firm expects 2017 to be tough.14 Jun 09:30 PM
DairyFieldays arrives amid some painBig buys at annual agricultural event are likely to be lower on the shopping list for some who are hurting, especially dairy farmers.13 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryTougher rules around bobby calves introducedTougher rules around the treatment of bobby calves will start before the spring calving season, but other measures on food and shelter will be delayed until next year.10 Jun 12:45 AM
DairyNation of Debt: Dairy farmers dig in for winterVery low dairy prices have so far not translated into widespread forced sales of farms, but the coming spring and summer periods will be the acid test for many.07 Jun 05:00 PM
DairyFarmer told to stop selling raw milkAlarm after tuberculosis-positive cow discovered at his farm.05 Jun 08:25 PM
BDBDHorticultureCommodity prices lift in May as horticulture shinesHorticulture led the rise in New Zealand commodity prices last month.03 Jun 02:02 AM
BDBDThe CountryHeartland Bank warns farm values could fall 40pcHeartland Bank has told investors it is monitoring the dairy sector "with close attention".02 Jun 03:26 AM
The CountryDairy prices start new season with liftDairy prices kicked off the new season on a strong note, with gains driving the GDT price index up 3.4 per cent.01 Jun 08:55 PM
BDBDThe CountryNZ Merino inks 5-year, $45M contract with Italy's RedaNZ Merino has signed a five-year, $45 million deal to supply fine wool to Italian luxury fabric manufacturer Successori Reda.01 Jun 01:34 AM
The CountryNZ 'should get rid of 80pc of its cows'Former president of Wanganui Federated Farmers says dairy farming is responsible for 80 per cent of the degradation of New Zealand waterways.31 May 08:31 PM
The CountryChina's lessons for Australia about woolA Chinese wool tycoon seeks to revive the ailing Australian wool industry.30 May 10:40 PM
DairyFarmers turn backs on abysmal seasonHopes are running high that the first GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction for 2016/17 will show an improvement in dairy prices.30 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFinancial pressure building on farmers - surveyFarmers overall remain satisfied with their banks, according to a Federated Farmers survey.30 May 03:32 AM
The CountryFonterra denies Spierings is quittingFonterra's moved quickly to reject Australian media reports that Spierings is preparing to step down.29 May 09:30 PM
Sheep and BeefPutting energy into savingsHelen Twose talks to three winners of this year's EECA Awards for energy efficiency.29 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFight against TB given $70m boostThe Budget confirmed $69.8 million of new operating funding over the next four years to help eradicate bovine tuberculosis.26 May 08:36 PM
The CountryFonterra forecast improvesThe milk price of $4.25 per kg remains well below DairyNZ's $5.25 per kg estimate of breakeven.25 May 08:25 PM
