BDBDAgribusinessDecline in calf sales hits Allied Farmers profitRural services firm Allied Farmers said profit fell in its first half because of a decline in calf processing sales.08 Feb 08:47 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy product prices eke out surprise gainDairy prices have lifted 1.3 per cent at Fonterra's GlobalDairyTrade auction, with the important whole milk powder price up 1 per cent.07 Feb 06:07 PM
BDBDAgribusinessWhole milk powder set to fall at GDTThe price of whole milk powder, New Zealand's key commodity export, is likely to decline on the GlobalDairyTrade platform overnight.07 Feb 02:28 AM
Agribusiness'Moment of truth' for NZ agricultureRabobank says 2017 will usher in a period of considerable change and uncertainty for New Zealand agriculture.07 Feb 12:52 AM
BDBDAgribusinessLamb wool prices slump more than 50pcNew Zealand lamb wool, which was trading at a record high last season, has slumped by more than 50 per cent at recent auctions.06 Feb 11:24 PM
AgribusinessDairy cow shipment leaves for ChinaA ship carrying 4500 dairy cows has begun its journey to China after being cleared by authorities.01 Feb 10:53 PM
AgribusinessSheep and beef farm converted to quinoaAfter a third year of growing the South American grain quinoa in the Moawhango Valley, plans are underway to begin selling it labelled "Kiwi Quinoa".01 Feb 06:13 PM
AgribusinessPremium Whitebait ramps up productionNZ Premium Whitebait plans to ramp up production for exports after a first successful harvest.01 Feb 01:34 AM
BDBDAgribusinessKing Salmon passes FMA sniff testKing Salmon passed an FMA sniff test despite only hinting at challenges in Sounds.31 Jan 11:48 PM
AgribusinessFonterra still confident in ChinaFonterra is confident in its China strategy despite Beingmate Baby & Child saying losses for 2016 will be about double the previous forecast.25 Jan 05:43 PM
AgribusinessBeingmate expected loss widensBeingmate said its revenue and profitability showed a slight improvement but annual losses had become "more significant than previously expected".24 Jan 11:45 PM
Agribusiness'Old school' milk in high demandGlass bottled, pasteurised full-cream milk "straight from the vat" is making a comeback.24 Jan 09:29 PM
AgribusinessNZ sheep-to-human ratio shornNew Zealand's most often quoted statistic - the sheep to people ratio - has taken another hit, according to Statistics NZ.19 Jan 09:59 PM
AgribusinessWhole milk powder prices weaken at GDTWhole milk powder prices failed to live up to expectations by registering a slight fall at the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction.17 Jan 11:05 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy product prices riseDairy product prices inched higher at the Global Dairy Trade auction, stemming two consecutive declines.17 Jan 06:15 PM
Small BusinessSMEs upbeat about the year aheadSmall businesses are upbeat about the year ahead, with confidence at its highest level in almost two years.16 Jan 08:21 AM
BDBDAgribusinessLamb returns may be dented with high kiwiReturns from New Zealand's lamb exports may be restrained by the kiwi's strength against the British pound.16 Jan 12:14 AM
AgribusinessBellamy's CEO exits after $500m wipe-outThe chief executive of troubled baby formula maker Bellamy's is stepping down in the wake of its share price plunge.11 Jan 08:57 PM
AgribusinessJohn Luxton honoured for services to dairyJohn Luxton, former Dairy NZ chairman and one-time minister of agriculture, says his honour is for his fellow farmers.30 Dec 11:34 PM
AgribusinessHawke's Bay farmer made ONZMJustine Kidd, managing director of Hawke's Bay-based farmers collective Kitahi, has been honoured for her services to the dairy industry and equestrian sport.30 Dec 10:29 PM
AgribusinessBeef breeder Laurie Paterson made ONZMSouthland beef breeder Laurie Paterson has been acknowledged in the New Year Honours for his long and innovative career.30 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessFarmers emerge from downturnDairy farmers face a brighter future after a big rebound in prices.23 Dec 03:00 AM
AgribusinessLewis Rd drops Fonterra legal actionLewis Road Creamery is "delighted" to have resolved a complaint with Fonterra.22 Dec 03:54 AM
BDBDAgribusinessNew Zealand milk collection falls 5.7%New Zealand milk collection fell 5.7% in first half due to unfavourable weather.21 Dec 04:16 AM
BDBDAgribusinessA2 scotches talk of infant formula woesA2 Milk Co shares gained after the milk marketer played down fears about the infant formula market stemming from ASX-listed rival Bellamy's Australia's extended trading halt.21 Dec 03:45 AM
BDBDAgribusinessMilk prices dip in GDT auctionPrices at Fonterra's fortnightly GlobalDairyTrade auction have dipped slightly.20 Dec 05:28 PM
AgribusinessBee product's NZ source in doubtA company has been charged for allegedly claiming its bee pollen product was sourced from New Zealand when it actually came from China.20 Dec 01:34 AM
BDBDAgribusinessTerra Vitae, Craggy Range post profitsTerra Vitae and Craggy Range have posted stronger full-year profits on rising wine prices and a bountiful harvest.19 Dec 02:50 AM
AgribusinessAlliance Group develops super lambInvercargill based Alliance Group says chefs and restaurants have offered favourable feedback on its new class of lamb.16 Dec 11:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessNZ dairy farm prices recoverNew Zealand farm sales rose 7.4 per cent in the three months ended November 30.15 Dec 03:21 AM
BDBDAgribusinessHigh dairy prices won't bolster farmers overnight, says GuyThe recent pick up in dairy prices back to profitable levels may take some time to flow through New Zealand's economy as farmers focus on paying down debt.14 Dec 10:26 PM
BDBDAgribusinessPrimary industry revenue to fall in 2017, MPI saysThe Ministry for Primary Industries has warned revenue from the sector is likely to fall by 0.8 per cent in 2017 to $36.7 billion.13 Dec 05:25 AM
BDBDAgribusinessFonterra urges new PM to continue push for trade dealsFonterra has told investors in the cooperative's unit fund that it's critical the government continues driving regional and multi-lateral trade agreements.12 Dec 04:01 AM
AgribusinessFonterra aims to lift China UHT salesFonterra wants to lift its UHT sales in China through its flagship brand, Anchor.08 Dec 02:44 AM
