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Liam Dann: EU trade deal huge win, just don't expect short-term gain

The gains could be much greater for NZ than cheaper prices.

'Fairly gutted': Dairy, red meat sectors unhappy with EU trade deal

B+LNZ and DCANZ disappointed but Trade Minister Damien O'Connor optimistic about deal.

To save its honey industry, Australia is killing bees by the millions

New York Times: Australia has so far managed to contain the spread of mite fatal to bees.

Zespri welcomes signing of free trade agreement with European Union

The deal announced today includes the removal of tariffs on NZ kiwifruit exports.

Hawke's Bay primary sector champions announced

Hawke's Bay Farmer, Horticulturalist and Forester of the Year revealed

Brian Fallow: Hydrogen fuel from the deep south

Meridian Energy makes the case for producing clean-burning gas in NZ.

NZ King Salmon pours cold water on takeover talk

The salmon farmer said it had not been approached regarding a potential takeover.

Early orders hit the nail on the head for busy fencing contractors

"Because demand is so high you need to pre-empt what you're going to need weeks out."

Jamie Mackay: Government to reap what they sow in climate fight

Like farming seasons, winter is coming for this Government - it could come in spring 2023.

NZ King Salmon's Blue Endeavour may require a capital raise

If it goes ahead, the first possible harvest for Blue Endeavour would be in 2027.

Nathan Guy appointed chairman of MIA

Former Primary Industries Minister to replace current chair John Loughlin who is retiring.

Govt invests $8m in Spring Sheep Milk Company

Spring Sheep Milk Company has multiple farms in the central North Island.

NZ brand Allbirds to cover costs of US staff seeking abortions

The company said the Roe v Wade ruling would directly affect the rights of its staff.

Redwood gains a toehold in central NI forest plantations

Coastal redwood is growing in popularity as a plantation species for carbon and timber.

Kiwis throwing away an estimated $3.1 billion in food - survey

Estimated value of food waste per Kiwi household has been pushed to $1520 per year.

Fonterra lifts milk price forecast, sets 2023 earnings range

Fonterra has lifted its farmgate milk price forecast and its earnings outlook for 2023.