AgribusinessNorthland in fifth drought in eight yearsFarmers needed serious rain - up to 100mm - but there was none on the horizon and soil moisture levels across Northland were extremely low.01 Feb 05:00 PM
BusinessFonterra director steps downMichael Spaans has stepped down from the board of Fonterra due to ill health, effective from today, the co-operative said. Ian Farrelly30 Jan 08:33 PM
AgribusinessBeingmate expected loss widensBeingmate said its revenue and profitability showed a slight improvement but annual losses had become "more significant than previously expected".24 Jan 11:45 PM
BDBDEconomyTop 30 co-ops generate more than $40bNew Zealand's top 30 cooperatives contribute more than $42.3 billion per annum to the economy in revenue.23 Jan 09:00 PM
BusinessAnti-coal protests at FonterraProtesters have chained themselves to a gate to prevent coal being delivered to Fonterra's Clandeboye dairy factory in South Canterbury.22 Jan 11:19 PM
AgribusinessWhole milk powder prices weaken at GDTWhole milk powder prices failed to live up to expectations by registering a slight fall at the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction.17 Jan 11:05 PM
OpinionWhy Fonterra's new posters are a hitCOMMENT: Fonterra's new ad campaign says exactly the right thing in exactly the right way, Vaughn Davis writes.17 Jan 12:24 AM
BusinessConsumers drive move back to dairy<i>The new year is marked by resolutions, often about healthier lifestyles. A new series backed by Fonterra looks at the nutritional and lifestyle benefits of dairy - and at some of the old views now being slowly discarded.</i>06 Jan 04:00 PM
BDBDCompaniesKiwi climbs above 70 US centsThe New Zealand dollar climbed above 70 US cents for the first time in three weeks.05 Jan 08:00 PM
Sponsored StoriesChef slams 'popular nutrition'Stay healthy by keeping it simple, urges chef.05 Jan 04:00 PM
Sponsored Stories'Global baker' sees trend back to butterNew Zealand butter, says Kiwi-born 'global baker' Dean Brettschneider, is now melting the hearts of Asians as it melts in their mouths. Things 04 Jan 04:00 PM
BDBDCompaniesKiwi edges lower on stronger USDThe New Zealand dollar edged lower, remaining in recent ranges, as the greenback's ascendancy stays intact.03 Jan 08:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy prices fall at first 2017 auctionDairy product prices fell at the Global Dairy Trade auction, sliding for a second consecutive auction.03 Jan 06:32 PM
Sponsored StoriesMilk hailed as a sports drinkIt's not usually regarded as a sports drink but the humble glass of milk may be just the answer for an extra boost after a daily workout. Although 03 Jan 04:00 PM
EditorialDairy turmoil shows folly of narrow focusCOMMENT: Farming does not get the public attention is deserves.02 Jan 04:00 PM
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Sponsored StoriesEven treats can be part of your dietChances are, like many others, you've over-indulged in food and drink this festive season. Now - with 2017 here - it's time to make 31 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionRachel Stewart: Who will stand up to dairying?COMMENT: As we head into another sweltering Kiwi summer, the water quality of our lakes, rivers and streams will continue to disappoint and enrage.27 Dec 04:00 PM
AgribusinessLewis Rd drops Fonterra legal actionLewis Road Creamery is "delighted" to have resolved a complaint with Fonterra.22 Dec 03:54 AM
BDBDAgribusinessNew Zealand milk collection falls 5.7%New Zealand milk collection fell 5.7% in first half due to unfavourable weather.21 Dec 04:16 AM
BDBDAgribusinessMilk prices dip in GDT auctionPrices at Fonterra's fortnightly GlobalDairyTrade auction have dipped slightly.20 Dec 05:28 PM
BDBDEconomyNZ consumer confidence gainsNew Zealand consumer confidence posted its biggest lift in four years as rural communities were more upbeat after gains in dairy prices18 Dec 10:03 PM
New ZealandLewis Road takes on Fonterra in courtLewis Road believes Fonterra has copied its milk packaging for its Kapiti Milk range, including shape and labelling which uses a similar cow.18 Dec 05:52 AM
BDBDAgribusinessWhole milk powder price likely to be flatThe price of whole milk powder, New Zealand's key commodity export, is likely to be little changed next week.16 Dec 12:59 AM
RetailLewis Road boss considers legal actionLewis Road Creamery founder Peter Cullinane won't rule out legal action against Fonterra over allegedly negotiating a "greedy deal" with supermarkets.15 Dec 03:45 AM
BusinessNew $240m landmark cheese plantA new $240 million mozzarella plant will be the single largest foodservice investment in the history of New Zealand's dairy industry.13 Dec 09:22 PM
BDBDBusinessFonterra to build $240 million mozzarella plantFonterra will build a $240 million mozzarella plant in South Canterbury, making it the largest producer of natural mozzarella in the Southern Hemisphere.13 Dec 08:28 AM
BDBDAgribusinessShare milkers still feeling bank debt pressureA fifth of share milkers who responded to a Federated Farmers survey said they were coming under pressure from their bank on their 13 Dec 04:04 AM
RetailLewis Road boss: Fonterra 'greedy'Lewis Road Creamery founder Peter Cullinane is accusing Fonterra of negotiating a "greedy" deal with supermarkets.12 Dec 07:45 AM
BDBDAgribusinessFonterra farmer payout upgradedFonterra has told shareholders that the indicative payout level this season will be $6.40 per kilogram of milk solids.08 Dec 12:09 AM
AgribusinessMilk tankers to get access to KaikouraFrom Monday milk tankers and other essential freight will be given access in and out of Kaikoura.02 Dec 08:50 PM
BDBDSmall BusinessBig money learns new tricksSome of New Zealand's biggest companies are lending their muscle to help start-up businesses get off the ground.01 Dec 08:14 PM
BusinessSelling ice cream to ChinaWhen it comes to eating ice cream, the people of Invercargill are New Zealand champions.01 Dec 06:14 PM
