Politics‘An agreement worth supporting’ Labour may rescue India FTA after NZ First says it will vote against it The Government has agreed an FTA with India, although there are limited dairy concessions.22 Dec 05:36 AM
PremiumAgribusinessASB cuts milk price forecast to $9.20 after another weak dairy auctionGlobal milk output from the US, Europe, Argentina and China is keeping prices weak.17 Dec 04:04 AM
Agribusiness'Too much milk for the market': Farmers can expect weaker milk prices – RabobankDairy prices are under downward pressure from strong supply globally.10 Dec 10:01 PM
PremiumAgribusiness'Global milk faucets are flowing': Analysts warn of price pressure ahead11 Nov 12:12 AM
PremiumPropertySkyCity's new $1b international convention centre set to host 95 events in first year15 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandMoo-dern Love: Using ChatGPT to breed better cowsOnline dating comes to dairying, as artificial intelligence helps artificial insemination.25 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why green finance rules won't add anything to NZ farmingOPINION: The vision is admirable, but more well-meaning than practical.21 Jul 02:19 AM
New ZealandGovt and industry ink deal to tackle potential foot-and-mouth crisis'An outbreak could cost up to $3b to eradicate, but doing nothing would be far worse.'11 Jun 04:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recoveryOPINION: A two-speed economy is developing which could cause headaches for the RBNZ.31 May 05:00 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW: Fonterra CEO on the price of butter and a free trade deal with IndiaFonterra CEO talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about the price of butter and a free trade deal with India. Video / HeraldNOWWatch29 May 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessDairy prices end NZ season on a flat note, will they stay high in 2026?The Global Dairy Trade auction ends flat as prices support Fonterra's $10/kg forecast.20 May 11:58 PM
New ZealandDairyNZ's 'sprains and strains' project up for awardProject worked with farmers and workplace experts to find and reduce common injury causes.09 May 05:00 PM
BusinessFor the history books: Back-to-back $10 NZ milk price seasons?ANZ has upgraded its milk price forecasts. 09 May 12:28 AM
New ZealandNorthland dairy goat farmers’ ‘beautiful dream’ sours in battle with Bank of New ZealandMilking goats has been Barry and Judy Foote's life. Now, they could be left with nothing. Video / Ben Dickens / Jason DordayWatch06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato's Jo Sheridan is Dairy Woman of the Year 2025'She doesn’t just talk about change; she rolls up her sleeves and makes it happen.'01 May 09:40 PM
New Zealand'I enjoy seeing the animals happy': Dairy training a hit with Canterbury teenMatthew Fox, 18, joined the NextGen Dairy Farmers programme after graduating high school.12 Apr 05:02 PM
New ZealandFarmers fined $77k for discharging effluent into streamJudge Tepania noted both defendants were careless for different reasons.30 Mar 04:02 PM
PremiumPremiumProject Auckland$1b hub’s big payoff: NZ’s convention centre gears for economic impactIn a strong showing of early success, nine events have been announced for 15,500 people.25 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessEconomy in line for $10 billion boost if farmgate milk price stays highA back-to-back $10/kg milk price would put money in farmers' back pockets.18 Mar 02:31 AM
New ZealandBeefing up cattle disease detection takes students to FranceStudents hope their device will help Kiwi farmers tackle the potentially deadly infection.31 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Perfect storm': The multiple origins of a boutique dairy company's closure'Predatory pricing', customer payment lag, and a rent increase all hit Origin Earth hard.19 Aug 12:46 AM
New Zealand'We feel so helpless': Attempted robbery leaves owners shakenThe dairy owner was assaulted before the offenders fled.25 Jul 08:26 PM
New ZealandEast Coast storm and Lauren Dickason’s parents criticise MIQ | Focus Morning Bulletin June 27, 2024Rescue teams head to the East Coast, Lauren Dickason’s family criticise the NZ Government and trust in police falls. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jun 07:43 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessHow a high-flying bond trader became one of NZ’s largest farmersCorporate farming a trend, don't write off the family farm just yet, Forbes Elworthy says.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessDairy farmers will need to tighten belts this season, says DairyNZInflation has eaten into what historically would have been a strong farmgate milk price.11 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsAgriculture removed from ETS; He Waka Eke Noa disbandedThe Government also announces new initiative.11 Jun 02:05 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFonterra 2024/25 milk price heading well north of $8/kgMSPrices for a key ingredient of chocolate and icecream rose in a strong auction showing.21 May 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Came out the other end': One of NZ's top organic farmers on how she healed the land and herselfIt took a life-changing diagnosis for Charlotte Heald to realise what she should focus on.06 May 12:00 AM