PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra unit fund manager appoints advisors on reform proposalFonterra unit fund manager notes material drop in share prices.28 Jun 05:37 AM
The CountryFonterra strikes $163m deal on China farmsThe dairy giant's 51 per cent stake in the business will bring in $88m.28 Jun 05:30 AM
The CountryStrong commodity price outlook lifts farmer confidence higherFarmer confidence up, despite concerns about govt policy and labour shortages.28 Jun 03:00 AM
The CountryJoint-venture Jersey farm to showcase breed's valueJerseyland Farms initiative described as a "game-changer".27 Jun 11:00 PM
The CountryTomato disease halts NZ exports to six countriesPepino mosaci virus found in Auckland greenhouse, spread to three other commercial sites.27 Jun 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDevelopers warn septic tank overflow now classed as wetland, hurting housing supplyNew rules capture farm tracks as wetlands.27 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWorldwide commodities boom drives fertiliser prices to 10-year highsA commodities boom has driven fertiliser prices to their highest point in 10 years.25 Jun 05:38 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri growers vote on plan to hobble China rogue growersChinese counterfeiting of Zespri-owned best selling gold variety expected to grow.25 Jun 05:28 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAction brewing against Fonterra directors over share price diveFonterra's capitalisation value has fallen $3b since capital restructure plan announced.24 Jun 05:27 AM
The CountryTruffle hunt in full swingThere are over 300 truffle farms, known as truffières, in New Zealand.24 Jun 03:45 AM
The CountryCavalier names former Icebreaker boss as new CEOGreg Smith replaces Paul Alston at the carpetmaker.23 Jun 05:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKate MacNamara: The practical and political payoff for NZ-UK trade dealAustralia pipped NZ to the post in agreeing a UK trade deal, but the race isn't over yet.23 Jun 05:15 AM
The Country'Complete package': $88,000 bull a South Island record-breaker"I knew he was a good bull. I wasn't anticipating that sort of money though."23 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWaipipi Wind Farm opens on time, under budgetThe farm's turbines are the biggest in New Zealand for both rotors and generators.22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryExporters call for Govt action on labour shortagesPerfect Storm: Exporters fear shipping disruption and labour shortages threaten growth.22 Jun 05:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBig break for HB as Big Save buys farms, ups the ante in wool industryThe company is paying farmers up to double the market price for the strong wool.21 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryNew business helps Natalie fulfil her 'crazy chicken lady' destinySheep & beef farmer Natalie Stocker spreads her wings with chicken rearing business.21 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Devil's always in the detail' - O'Connor on NZ-UK trade dealTrade Minister says Government isn't going to "compromise quality for speed".21 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryChinese counterfeiting of Zespri brand to 'grow rapidly'Mixed quality of rogue-grown and counterfeit fruit could undermine consumer confidence.18 Jun 05:27 AM
The CountryWood revolution: New factory aimed at NZ domestic marketGisborne plant a world-first and the structural lumber solely for the domestic market.18 Jun 05:25 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Devastating': Worker shortage causes crisis - employers plead for helpKiwi business owners say New Zealand's labour shortage has reached crisis point.17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAcclaimed film director James Cameron laments NZ's worker shortageThe filmmaker was unable to expand his vegetable growing business due to staff shortages.17 Jun 05:32 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPremium: James Cameron laments New Zealand's worker shortageOut of workers: James Cameron laments New Zealand's worker shortage. Video / Brett PhibbsWatch17 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHorticulture has 'wall of work coming' and dwindling staffOne of NZ's fastest growing food sectors on a labour starvation diet.16 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryZero-injuries goal major investment for AllianceDays of telling staff "to take a concrete pill and harden up" were over.16 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGallagher buys up cattle management tech groundbreakerGallagher says world's cattle farmers and ranchers hungry for this technology.16 Jun 05:43 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCovid-19 highlights labour shortage in seafood industryLabour shortage in the industry is "a live issue".16 Jun 05:35 AM
The CountryPM on carve-out for farmers in EV rebate scheme: 'Strong consideration' but rejectedFeebate scheme could add $3000 to utility vehicles from next year.16 Jun 03:20 AM
The CountryMerging of livestock broking firms described as 'win-win'Livestock broking firms Hazlett and Peter Walsh & Associates are combining.16 Jun 01:45 AM
The CountryAnother drop in prices at Global Dairy Trade AuctionPrices eased again at the second Global Dairy Trade auction for the new season.15 Jun 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAgribusiness morale crashes, leaders' strength sapped - new reportAgribusiness operating under extreme pressure as global food renaissance emerges.15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Prebble: New climate report is just socialist quackeryNew Climate Change Commission report is neither evidence-based, nor impartial.15 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryScales Corp out of the running to purchase Villa MariaVilla Maria's parent company went into receivership last month.15 Jun 05:33 AM
The CountryPetition calls on imported pork to meet NZ's animal welfare standards"It's time for this cheaper imported pork to either shape up or ship out."14 Jun 11:00 PM