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How NZ can double primary exports by 2034

The time is right for the primary sector to grow again with further changes.

Dropping livestock numbers dominate red meat sector event

'New Zealand currently faces over-capacity in the processing industry.'

Mars and Nestlé bankroll Fonterra's low-emitting dairy farmers

About 6000 farms qualify for $1500 reimbursement for on-farm emissions reduction tool.

Commerce Commission dismisses farmers' complaint against banks

Competition watchdog says Net-Zero Banking Alliance isn't anti-competitive.

Opinion: Emissions Trading Scheme hurting NZ's beef sector

Opinion: ETS distortions eat into beef viability, says Federated Farmers' Toby Williams.

David Parker on going ‘a bit far’ on landlord tax and calling an MP a ‘tosser’

Why a former MP thinks his tax change of 2021 went too far and how it could be fixed.

Gap between people and sheep rapidly closing in NZ

There are now about 4.5 sheep to every person in New Zealand; there used to be 22.

Solar panels slash farmer's power bills

Malcolm Jones' milking shed is entirely solar-powered, comprising 380 panels.

Farm to forestry conversions: New rules, but do loopholes remain?

Federated Farmers is concerned that gaps could lead to further farm-to-forest conversions.