New ZealandGoing hunting? Here's what the season's looking like in your regionA good breeding season means opening weekend looks promising for hunters.30 Apr 10:02 PM
New ZealandCalls to review water rules to tackle dry creeks“No one wishes to see the creek run dry again."29 Apr 10:43 PM
New ZealandStock exclusion, winter grazing, and SNA changes in RMA reformFederated Farmers says the changes “mark the end of the war on farming”.22 Apr 11:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Tragic': The 'iconic' sector farmers fear becoming a 'cottage industry'Farmers say harvesting wool costs twice what they are paid for the product.15 Apr 05:03 PM
New ZealandA person in Texas caught bird flu after mixing with dairy cattle. Should we be worried?This is the second US case after a poultry worker tested positive in Colorado in 2022.15 Apr 12:15 AM
New Zealand'Fair for all farmers': Govt to review freshwater farm plan rolloutThe Labour Party announced the plans as part of the Essential Freshwater package in 2020.10 Apr 10:02 PM
New Zealand'One thing led to another': Love blooms at flower farm'I actually met the love of my life, Jennifer, right here on the farm.'06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFarmers face tough times thanks to drought-like conditions, economic downturn'I'll be surprised if any Northland farmers make a profit this year.'02 Apr 05:00 PM
AgribusinessSynlait deeply in the red, wins reprieve from bankersFive key elements are outlined for Synlait to have a clear plan to slash debt.01 Apr 08:36 PM
New ZealandWork progressing on Far North reservoirThe Kerikeri reservoir is set to to free up more land for horticulture.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandEcan U-turn after farmer outcry over dying fish“We’re aware of the community’s frustration regarding the recent fish strandings."22 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandDean Candy and Oromāhue Trust named regional supreme winner in environment awardsOromahoe Trust, managed by Dean Candy, wins 2024 regional farming award21 Mar 07:40 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Ominous signs ahead for NZ economyOPINION: The latest global dairy auction shows demand for our biggest export is down.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'They’re all gone': Farmers say fish dying in Ashburton creek'Endless amounts of dead eels, freshwater crayfish and fish' found.19 Mar 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessSynlait's options for paying back its $130m debtSynlait is required to make a prepayment of at least $130m by no later than March 31.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandStorms spark community action through catchment group“A healthier river means a healthier community."12 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty barren': South Canterbury farmers desperate for downpourSouth Canterbury irrigation scheme is running dry with only a week's worth of water left.12 Mar 02:55 AM
New ZealandScientists welcome regulator’s call sorting ‘null segregants’ from GMOsScientists have welcomed the EPA's new clarification of GMO-derived 'null segregants'.22 Feb 01:40 AM
New Zealand'Never seen anything like it': Wairoa maize farmer recalls storm's anniversary'My Red Bands were not enough to walk around in, it was a struggle'.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Priceless': Sale of prized stud ram helps put thousands of meals on tablesClifton Downs Southdown Stud breeder donated proceeds to Meat the Need and Feed Out.12 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandSeventh open win at Dannevirke for Rowland SmithThe win heralded the champion Hawke's Bay shearer's return to competition.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessHigher NZ farmgate milk prices beckon after strong GDT auctionWhat was driving demand at this morning's Global Dairy Auction?07 Feb 02:03 AM
New ZealandResearch shows farmers' main concern for the next decade'This research captures the zeitgeist of the New Zealand primary sector very well.'06 Feb 08:10 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessMeat industry leader farewells a challenging 2023Sirma Karapeeva says the UK FTA was the highlight of a challenging year.21 Jan 06:00 AM
KahuNew council leader wants Govt to scrap Te Mana o te Wai freshwater principles'You can’t be green if you’re not in the black,' says Geoff Crawford.18 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPotential battle brewing over foreign investmentWinston Peters wants Act to convince him loosening foreign investment rules is worth it.28 Nov 03:56 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle devastated farmers eligible for $1500 free fencingFarmers are being urged to sign up quick for the fencing bundles.21 Nov 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessHeavy scrutiny ahead for Fonterra's planned big spend on 'growth' projectsFonterra is forecasting annual capital expenditure of more than $1 billion up to FY30.30 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessMeat exporter pins its hopes on India while de-risking China tradeAlliance expects a National-led Government to get an FTA with India over the line.29 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessReserve Bank sees risk of increased NZ farmer defaultsLow dairy, meat and forestry prices are coinciding with high operating expenses.25 Oct 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat will NZ droughts look like in 30 years? El Nino, potential billion dollar tollScientists are exploring what a horror drought will look like in a climate-warmed future.22 Oct 04:00 PM
AgribusinessSynlait reports $4.3m net loss, net debt up 21 per centThe company had forecast a result ranging from a net loss of $5m to a net profit of $5m.24 Sep 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessStock Takes: Synlait’s big reveal, Fisher and Paykel's investor dayMore light will be shed on the state of play with cash-strapped Synlait Milk on Monday.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Major parties face off in rural issues debateThe debate will focus on the issues affecting New Zealanders outside major city centres.14 Sep 06:30 AM
