Agribusiness'Beacon of hope' for NZ dairy industrySignals that New Zealand could secure a better deal on its Free Trade Agreement with China is a "beacon of hope" for our dairy industry, said the head of an export association.20 Apr 05:00 PM
AgribusinessDairy rise drives up kiwiThe New Zealand dollar surged to a fresh 10-month high above US70c yesterday as dairy prices rose further than expected.20 Apr 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessFloods hit Wrightson's Uruguay seed-cleaning siteAgricultural products and services company PGG Wrightson has warned investors that its seed cleaning site in Uruguay has fallen victim to that country's widespread flooding.20 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionLiam DannYou're already paying for dairy downturnLIAM DANN: Homeowners may already be subsidising farmers as banks eye big losses in the dairy sector.16 Mar 07:00 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Key faces more colds as farming sneezesIt was an ominous sign when Prime Minister John Key wandered into his weekly post-Cabinet press conference and announced, "I've got a bit of a head cold."10 Mar 12:24 AM
AgribusinessNew HQ too flash for Fonterra?Global diary giant Fonterra is moving into what could be the smartest new building in Auckland, but as farmers slash costs the move has been criticised as unjustifiable.03 Mar 04:00 PM
AgribusinessCattle breach escapes penaltyEnvironment Canterbury is standing by its decision not to fine or prosecute Chief Justice Dame Sian Elias and her businessman husband Hugh Fletcher after photos emerged of their cattle drinking out of a North Canterbury lake.10 Feb 04:00 PM
AgribusinessControlling costs is keyFor Garry Reymer, who farms near Cambridge, ongoing low dairy prices will mean more cost control, but he stops short of saying the situation is desperate.03 Feb 04:30 PM
EditorialEditorial: NZ can take pride in TPP deal on tradeLooking back, it is hard to recall a greater diplomatic achievement than the comprehensive trade and investment agreement that will be signed by representatives of 12 countries in Auckland today.03 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionKinley Salmon: Cure on hand for Chinese headacheWhen China sneezes, New Zealand catches a cold - so the saying goes, and not without reason.02 Feb 08:22 PM
AgribusinessSmart farming eases the big dryEl Nino is technically past its peak, but the true impact of the weather pattern looks likely to play out over the next few months.03 Jan 04:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessRecord high for A2 Milk helps lift indexBullish sentiment drives dairy firm's stock up 11.1 per cent on positive day for Nuplex and power companies.23 Dec 06:45 PM
BDBDAgribusinessKiwifruit plan preps for growthOpotiki Packing and Coolstorage shareholders have approved a capital-raising plan that includes the Maori Trustee, Te Tumu Paeroa, and Bay of Plenty Regional Council's investment arm each taking a....20 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessLeading Zespri's recoveryZespri chief executive Lain Jager has been at the forefront of one of the most spectacular turnaround stories of the New Zealand primary sector - the kiwifruit industry's recovery from the Psa virus.16 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessTaxpayer funding for A2 benefitsAgResearch has received $1.2 million in taxpayer funding to carry out a study aimed at validating the health benefits alternative dairy firm A2 Milk claims its products provide.02 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionAnne Galloway: Right questions key to progress in dairy debate'Is our dairy industry built on cruelty?" That was the question posed by TVNZ's Sunday programme which broadcast evidence covertly filmed by FarmWatch and Safe activists.01 Dec 08:28 PM
AgribusinessEye on calves already, says MPIMPI says an investigation into the alleged mistreatment of bobby calves had begun before news broke.30 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessA2 Milk continues record riseThe stock, which is listed on both sides of the Tasman, traded as high as $1.27 - a 16.5 per cent gain on the opening price - before closing up 11.9 per cent at $1.22 last night.24 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessFutures hint at bounce-back for dairy pricesDairy prices look to have finally bottomed out and tentative signs have emerged in the futures market that they may soon improve.23 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessAvatar director points green-tinted lens at agriculture emissionsThere are few films more environmentally infused than the highest grossing one in history, Avatar - in which a highly militarised mining company seeks to exploit the resources of the rich forest....20 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessVitamin spin-off boosts company's Bega Cheese returnsFonterra is in the process of transforming its Australian business, having taken a $108 million writedown of its yoghurt and dairy desserts assets across the Tasman in 2015.02 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessChinese firm cans $42m dealLocal councillor says Chinese company's decision to pull out of a $42m farm purchase because of bureaucratic hurdles is a "slap in the face".12 Oct 02:24 AM
EditorialEditorial: Research cuts are worryingScientists and other research staff have suffered the insecurity and trauma that happens in all organisations in changing markets.28 Sep 04:00 PM
AgribusinessBeef exports hit record $3bBeef exports have hit $3 billion - a record high, driven by international shortages, rising local production, and a falling New Zealand dollar, Statistics NZ said.28 Sep 04:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Timing of pay boost bad look for SpieringsTheo Spierings has every right to be among our best-paid chief executives.27 Sep 04:00 PM
AgribusinessTimely profit boost for FonterraFonterra looks set for a big rebound in its annual net profit when it reports its result tomorrow, but the dairy co-operative will face challenges as the sector worldwide tries to adapt to low demand....22 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessSilver Fern hits road to Chinese buy-inSilver Fern Farms embarked on a roadshow to sell farmers on bringing in China's Shanghai Maling Aquarius as a shareholder in its newly formed venture.21 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessLamb crop forecast to declineThis season's lamb crop is expected to fall by 5.7 per cent compared with last year, says Beef and Lamb New Zealand in its latest season outlook.14 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessBritish farmers bleating mad over lambBritish farmers are bleating after a supermarket was accused of trying to pass off Kiwi lamb as Scottish.12 Sep 12:33 AM
BDBDAgribusinessFonterra shelves coal mine ideaFonterra has confirmed it has put on hold a proposed coal mine at Mangatangi while it assesses its energy options.09 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessFonterra directors up for re-electionNominations have opened for seats on Fonterra's board, with chairman John Wilson and two other directors up for re-election.07 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessVote looms for Beef and Lamb NZCrunch time is fast approaching for the farmer-funded industry group, Beef and Lamb New Zealand.31 Aug 05:00 PM
AgribusinessProduction rolling at Fonterra plantFonterra's new $230 million high-efficiency milk powder plant at its Pahiatua site has processed its first milk.24 Aug 05:00 PM
