Latest from Ministry for Primary Industries
Glyphosate to be debated in High Court
ELI is challenging the EPA's refusal to reassess glyphosate’s risks.
Call for more rural psychologists to help farmers
Experts warn there's high demand for mental health support in rural areas.
'Mad rag': Fears toxic weed will spread beyond Northland
Madagascar ragwort is highly invasive and can poison livestock.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
This year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.
'A few surprises': Genetic study reveals farm dog health risks
Right Dog for the Job project digs into the genetics of NZ's working farm dogs.
Primary sector unimpressed by Govt's horticulture reforms
Those in the primary sector say the new targets don’t go far enough.
Nearly 50 farms now involved in 'ground-breaking' INZB programme
Programme aimed at boosting sector's profits by over $460m.
'Unacceptable': SAFE slams delays in rodeo welfare code release
SAFE urges the release of the draft, citing unnecessary animal deaths.
AgriZeroNZ boosts funding for methane-reducing cow feed
US start-up Hoofprint Biome aims to lower the climate-warming impact of cow burps.
Bird flu eradicated at Otago poultry farm
MPI staff will support Mainland Poultry’s Hillgrove farm as it is repopulated.
Chicken exports normalising after flu outbreak – MPI
Chicken exports are getting back to normal, MPI says.
Can NZ become a food innovation powerhouse?
Opinion: "I think there’s some exciting opportunities happening in New Zealand now."
Vietnam ‘a real star’ for three NZ fruits - which ones are next?
New Zealand earned $172m from horticultural exports to Vietnam in 2024.
Who will pay for a 100,000-hectare problem?
Some think the plan could cost up to $1 billion, prompting calls for government support.
Farmer sentenced for neglecting hundreds of sheep
MPI said the farmer's lack of care resulted in 55 sheep being euthanised.
Sea sausage: Kiwi fishers create innovative bait
The bait outperformed traditional cray legs in trials for catching rig.
NZ’s fruit wins in competitive Vietnamese produce market
Vietnam is now the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia.
Ministry staff returns to minister’s office after issues resolved
The complaints were not about Mark Patterson.
85yo farmer accused of causing animals suffering
A Northland man has been charged with a number of animal welfare offences.
‘Outstanding’: Ludlow Farms wins East Coast farm environment awards
Judges said Ludlow Farms was a strong family business, highly regarded in the community.
Lifetime’s work ‘gone’: Farmer fights animal cruelty jail sentence
A jury found he failed to properly feed 834 pregnant sheep, 86 cattle and 32 heifers.
Hundreds of fish beached at Ninety Mile Beach due to predator chase
Experts advise caution, saying beached fish may be unsafe to eat.
‘Unlikely to improve’: Dry outlook for Horizons region
Drought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.
‘Entirely avoidable’: Farmer jailed over severe animal neglect
Inspectors found 24 dead lambs and euthanised three more on one of his properties.
Drought declared in key NZ farming regions, Govt offers support
The government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.
'Desperate conditions': North Island farmers brace for drought
Farmers around the North Island are being warned to prepare for drought conditions.
Herds of special interest push making 'excellent progress'
Approach aims to balance hunting and conservation outcomes on public conservation land.