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Commercial fishers welcome lifting of US trade ban over Māui dolphin protections

Exports of nine fish species caught on the west coast of the North Island can resume.

Prices bounce back in latest GDT

The latest GDT result is the first increase in the last three events.

NZ’s highest-paid CEOs revealed, new record of $8.42m set for largest pay packet

Twenty-five chief executives received at least $2m in remuneration in 2023.

New agriculture minister to review dairy laws on Fonterra

Fonterra has been the dominant player in the market since its formation.

Too much capacity, too much debt: Synlait thrown a lifeline

Synlait Milk's plan to cut debt may involve the sale of its Pōkeno plant.

Synlait deeply in the red, wins reprieve from bankers

Five key elements are outlined for Synlait to have a clear plan to slash debt.

Waikato DairyNZ Farmwatch: Keep an eye on cows' body condition score

BCS decisions now will impact next season’s early production and reproductive performance.

'The land of cute': Cabin crew help drive tourist numbers at alpaca business

The herd of 170 of the gentle animals in Akaroa is a magnet for tourists.

Report sick or dead wild birds, MPI says as bird flu hits US dairy cows for the first time

US agencies say there's no risk to milk.

Gor-gone-zola: Some NZ cheeses to be renamed after EU deal

NZ Specialist Cheesemakers' Association says it has seven years to find alternative names.

Marlborough drought a boon for salt works

"When the pastoral farmers are doing it tough, the salt works normally does very well."

Kiwifruit exports rebound with record crop and increased per-hectare returns

Clouds on the horizon are Japanese yen movements and tougher market conditions.

Who is behind the up to $1 billion in claims against Norske Skog's Tasman mill?

The now-shuttered mill had faced environmental complaints going back decades.

Fears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPI

Fed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.

Is Fonterra rethinking the future of its Australian and NZ brands business?

A Jarden analyst says there is plenty of potential for capital management.

Rewards all round in Fonterra's half-year result

Fonterra reported a 23 per cent lift in its half-year profit after tax.