AgribusinessVertical farming company Greenleaf Fresh put into voluntary administrationGrant Thornton duo have been appointed administrators.30 Dec 10:40 PM
BusinessReturn to growth: MPI sees big lift in exports in 2025MPI expects to see a rebound in New Zealand's primary sector exports in 2025.11 Dec 05:00 PM
KahuExtending the lifespan of calves will create a new market for new protein sourceNew Zealand’s low-carbon beef production is set to accelerate.19 Nov 09:30 PM
New ZealandGetting Through: New Farmstrong resources for farmers after severe weatherHawke’s Bay farmers share recovery stories in book and website launch.17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMum hears screw or brace come loose during son's rollercoaster ride at A&P showA man fixed the rollercoaster by hand then carried on running it, the mother said.17 Nov 01:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Cloak of secrecy': Aviation leaders accuse CAA of covert restructureThe Herald understands 85-110 positions at the CAA could be disestablished.11 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe problem with New Zealand's new red kiwifruit export offeringRetaining a premium price in the future could be a problem, Zespri warns.06 Nov 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessIndependent analysis coming on Fonterra's consumer business sale pitch to farmer-ownersShareholders want to understand the impact on the overall business.30 Sep 04:30 AM
New ZealandProposed closure of Timaru meatworks 'pretty foreboding' – minister'It's a wake-up call, we as a Government have got to take this seriously.'29 Sep 10:57 PM
New ZealandCouncil offers in-principle support of plan to secure Gisborne water supplyProject Wai aims to develop water storage and distribution for horticulture and farming.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandGeneration after generation – 90 years of Wattie's in Hawke's Bay celebrated'Who else loves their job like this after 22 years?'23 Sep 12:03 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFonterra to invest another $150m in Taranaki coolstoreIt follows on from a $75m investment in a new protein plant at Studholme.17 Sep 11:18 PM
New ZealandAgricultural aviators hit out at proposed 'tax on a tax'Commercial agricultural operators could face operations safety levy increase of up to 47%.03 Sep 10:29 PM
New ZealandThe Country Fast Five: Meet farmer and Restore Native founder Adam ThompsonThe Country has five questions to help you get to know rural New Zealand a little better.21 Aug 05:01 PM
New ZealandEarthworm research offers real potentialResearch by Hill Labs of Hamilton into earthworm eDNA offers real potential to farming.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It's having an impact': NZ sheep numbers continue to fall'Unfortunately, we're not seeing anything that will signal a sharp turnaround.'19 Aug 11:56 PM
KahuOpinion: Nations, corporations leading us into an unsustainable future – Dr Daniel HikuroaOPINION: Māori are responsible for ensuring the viability of land and resources.05 Aug 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessDairy farms chalked up $86,000 loss last season but Fonterra share payments save some baconExpected milk payouts are below the break-even point, a new report says.25 Jul 01:43 AM
New ZealandSheep seminar to focus on parasite controlBeef and Lamb NZ will run a seminar on parasite control in sheep in Gisborne on August 7.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato showjumper inducted into Equestrian Hall of FameA Te Awamutu local and his horse ruled the ring from late 1963 until 1973.15 Jul 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusiness'The task ahead is complicated': Synlait lives to see another day – what next?Minority shareholders voted in favour of a loan to Synlait Milk at a special meeting.11 Jul 05:18 AM
New ZealandTairāwhiti bulls generated $5 million-plus over sales seasonAn 'extraordinary' Tangihau sale sets the tone for the season.09 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessIs a regulated structure still right for today's $4b kiwifruit export industry?Critical mass and scale saves the sector's bacon time and time again.01 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Farmers need this medicine for carbon emission reporting headachesOPINION: Farmers have enough troubles but sharing data on emissions could ease the burden.01 Jul 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Live animal exports cruel; USA not okay based on debateOPINION: 'The people of the USA have no one but themselves to blame.'30 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessWill cash-strapped Synlait Milk survive?As a vital shareholder meeting approaches, China's Bright Dairy says Synlait can survive.30 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsPublic consultation on reversing live animal export ban to startThe Government is expected to introduce legislation to Parliament next year.27 Jun 01:05 AM
New ZealandQ&A: Marianne Archibald on lettuce, leisure and lifeReporter Alyssa Smith caught up with Marianne Archibald from Salad Brothers.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRabobank survey shows farmers more confident in themselvesThe latest Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey is out.18 Jun 11:38 PM
New ZealandInjured player Ollie Thomson's Givealittle reaches $40,000The bull sale has given the Thomson family an extra financial boost during a tough time.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKeeping it Smedley: Trees grown on farm transformed into education facilities by cadetsThe cadets built an education hub. Now their attention is focused on a six-stand woolshed.16 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandTips for first-time Fieldays visitorsOpinion: Fieldays is a huge agricultural and technology-based world.14 Jun 06:30 PM
PoliticsFieldays 2024: Prime Minister backs rural banking inquiryThe appearance came after the announcement agriculture won't be included in the ETS.12 Jun 12:01 AM
New ZealandAerowork has a new chief executiveThe handover will become official on June 10.01 Jun 09:50 PM