EconomyMood grim on sheep and beef farmsDry weather and the high kiwi dollar are causing "a deepening pessimism" to spread among sheep and beef farmers.03 Feb 09:50 PM
New ZealandDesperate attempt to save cropsRain-starved fruitgrowers in the Hawke's Bay say they're willing to breach water restrictions in a desperate attempt to save their crops.24 Dec 12:16 AM
New Zealand'Million-dollar rain' helps Hawke's Bay farms"Million-dollar rain" was how Hawke's Bay Federated Farmers president Bruce Wills described yesterday's downpours which swept the region.13 Nov 10:53 PM
New ZealandFederated Farmers: No to GM banFederated Farmers say farmers should have the right to decide if they want to use genetically modified technology.24 Oct 10:30 PM
BusinessStand-off over mutant calves continuesA battle between farmers and a genetics company over a hairy mutation in calves shows no signs of cooling down.10 Oct 03:30 AM
Business'Civil war' risk over mutant calvesA genetics company's refusal to pay compensation over calves who were born with a mutation could result in a "civil war" between farmers, says Federated Farmers.20 Sep 02:00 AM
BusinessCompulsory electronic cattle ID goes live SundayThe controversial compulsory electronic tagging for all cattle finally goes live this weekend.29 Jun 12:30 AM
AgribusinessFarmers ask for 'balance' in pollution debateFarmers are looking to "turn things on their head" by challenging environmental assumptions about their sector at a water forum tomorrow. 06 Jun 12:00 AM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: TAF tiff raises valuable questionsIn a hard-hitting public statement, Spierings described media comments by the Feds as "disappointing", "inaccurate" and "puzzling".22 May 05:30 PM
