The CountryStrong kiwi continues to take the gloss offThe ongoing strength of the New Zealand dollar continues to undermine most agricultural exporters in general.25 Sep 10:20 PM
The CountryDon Carson - Silver Fern Farms deal 'isn't particularly good'Our freelance rural commentator comments on Silver Fern Farms, Fonterra, global warming and teaching townies to grow veges.23 Sep 01:48 AM
The CountryDr Tim Mackle's dairy round-upDairyNZ Chief Executive Dr Tim Mackle caught up with The Country Early Edition's Dom George to review the week in dairy. Like many 22 Sep 10:19 PM
BDBDThe CountryNZX milk futures fall from record after GDTNew Zealand milk price futures have fallen in the wake of the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction.22 Sep 03:04 AM
The CountryJohn Wilson - a pay rise for Theo?Does good news for Fonterra mean good news for Theo? Jamie Mackay asks John Wilson the tricky questions...22 Sep 02:14 AM
The CountryMilk price forecast raised past break-evenThe raised milk price forecast of $5.25 per kilo of milksolids is past the estimated break-even and will be good news for farmers.20 Sep 08:48 PM
The CountryDairy prices post slight gain at auctionThe 1.7 per cent gain at the latest GlobalDairyTrade was well short of market expectations.20 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryDairy farmers must ask their leaders 'what is going to change?'Ben Russell the Head of Rural Banking for Heartland Bank asks whether farmers should be asking hard questions of their milk processors.20 Sep 02:34 AM
The CountrySynlait planning $300 million capexListed dairy company Synlait is planning to spend about $300million in capital expenditure during the next three years...19 Sep 11:39 PM
The CountryCollection as usual after silo collapseThe majority of Fonterra's Edendale plant was back in operation and milk collections were back to normal.19 Sep 11:27 PM
The Country4.4 million-litre boost from Lichfield dryerFonterra has commissioned a new $360million dryer at its Lichfield site in South Waikato, boosting daily milk processing capacity by more than 4million litres.18 Sep 11:15 PM
The CountryFarmers forced to dump milkAbout 100 farmers in Otago and Southland were forced to dump milk over the weekend in the aftermath of the milk silo collapse at Fonterra's Edendale site.18 Sep 10:36 PM
The CountryWarning for dairy farmersDairy farmers are being warned to keep their employment agreements and time records up to date. The Labour Inspectorate has launched 16 Sep 01:45 AM
The CountryTime to review your calving date?With calving almost over and mating on the horizon it's time to have a review of one of the most significant decisions you will make 15 Sep 07:30 PM
The CountryBest genes pay off, study showsPreliminary findings from a five-year study on the use of quality beef sires has confirmed the potential benefits to dairy farmers 15 Sep 04:30 AM
The CountryMaking the most of 'money months'DairyNZ's Tactics for Spring events kicked off on the Hauraki Plains last week, aimed at helping farmers manage their pasture during 15 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryTourism, dairy good for deficitNew Zealand's current account deficit is expected to continue gently narrowing as a percentage of gross domestic product (GDP), thanks 15 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryMilk price rise 'not enough'Last month's 50c lift to Fonterra's milk price is good news but Rangitikei dairy farmer Greg Maughan says he isn't out of the woods 15 Sep 01:30 AM
The CountrySupport rural women on councilsDairy Women's Network is urging voters to support rural women to represent them as election season arrives. Now is the time to ensure 12 Sep 04:30 AM
The CountryThe GoodYarn initiative with Dr. Tim MackleDr. Tim Mackle is the CEO of DairyNZ. He had a chat to The Country Early Edition's Dom George this morning about what's happening 08 Sep 10:19 PM
The CountryFonterra update with Dallen OlsonDom talks Global Dairy Trade with Fonterra's Head of Co-operative Affairs for the Central Districts region Dallen Olson.08 Sep 09:07 PM
The CountryHigh hopes after GDT auctionNorthland dairy farmers hope a GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction yesterday - where prices rose for the fourth auction in a row - will 08 Sep 07:00 PM
The CountryDairy price correction under wayDairy prices posted another solid rise at this week's GlobalDairyTrade auction, signalling the first step in a price correction is 08 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryGlobal Dairy Trade review with Fonterra's Miles HurrellFonterra's Farm Source Chief Operating Officer reviews last night's positive Global Dairy Trade auction which resulted in a 7.7% increase.07 Sep 02:47 AM
The CountryIs it party time with Nathan 'Pollyanna' Penny?We ask ASB's rural economist, the man we've affectionately coined Pollyanna Penny, if he now prefers to be called 'The Oracle' following another good GDT auction result.07 Sep 02:23 AM
The CountryOrganics demand sees farmers eye conversionMore New Zealanders are choosing organic options when shopping, according to a recent report. Two out of three New Zealanders are 07 Sep 01:40 AM
BDBDThe CountryNZ dollar jumps to high, weak US dataThe New Zealand dollar surged to a 16-month high after prices rose at the latest GlobaldairyTrade auction.06 Sep 08:46 PM
The CountryNZ dollar rallies after GDTWorld dairy prices put on their third significant gain in a row at the latest GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction overnight.06 Sep 06:25 PM
The CountryLife-long castle dream comes true for dairy farmerIt's been a lifetime in the making, years in its construction, but Dot Smith's fantasy castle is nearly ready.06 Sep 04:51 AM
The CountryCon Williams on the GTDA and the future of lambJamie Mackay has nicknamed ANZ's rural economist "The Grim Reaper". Could this name be justified or does Con Williams have positive vibes for the rural economy?06 Sep 03:24 AM
The CountrySupply constraints pushing dairy prices upDairy price recovery was the main contributor to another monthly lift in the ANZ commodity price index.05 Sep 11:19 PM
BDBDThe CountryNZ commodity prices rise as dairy extends rallyNZ commodity prices rose for a fourth month as the rebound in dairy continued, although a strong kiwi dollar limited gains for local producers.05 Sep 01:50 AM
The CountryDairy auction set for rushSignals are pointing to another mad rush for product at this week's GDT auction, according to ANZ rural economist Con Williams.05 Sep 01:11 AM
The CountryDairy prices set for big gainSigns look good for a further rise in global dairy prices - and maybe a return to profit.02 Sep 05:00 PM
