AgribusinessFonterra unveils plan to cut board sizeFonterra's first draft of suggested changes to its governance structure recommends the board's size be cut from 13 to 11.13 Apr 11:50 PM
AgribusinessFonterra puts spotlight on board make-upFonterra's first draft of its recommendations on the size and makeup of its board will be made public tomorrow.12 Apr 05:00 PM
AgribusinessUS-based expert bullish on dairyNZX's planned new milk price futures contract can help bring stability to a dairy sector being hit by low returns, says visiting specialist Brian Rice.11 Apr 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy prices rise for second time this year"Pleasant surprise" at global dairy auction.05 Apr 06:20 PM
BDBDAgribusinessCould cash-strapped farmers sell shares?Fonterra could let farmer shareholders sell shares based on annual milk production to reduce debt, analysts say.05 Apr 02:19 AM
SharesNZX poised to announce milk futures contractThe NZX is expected to announce plans for a new milk futures contract tomorrow, which will be aimed at picking up where Fonterra's controversial guaranteed milk price scheme left off.04 Apr 05:00 PM
Business1080 fallout harmed more than just FonterraFonterra stole the show during last month's sentencing of 1080 blackmailer Jeremy Kerr.01 Apr 04:00 PM
BusinessFarmers dig in as low price blues roll on'We are grinning and bearing it." That's how Taranaki sharemilker Charlie McCaig describes how he and his wife Jody are faring with a milk price.27 Mar 04:00 PM
AgribusinessThe Economy Hub: Fonterra in a race it can't winFonterra's increased dividend payment isn't enough for most farmers to pay their interest bill, says Jacqueline Rowarth.24 Mar 02:52 AM
AgribusinessFernbaby formula claim not allowed, MPI saysThe Ministry for Primary Industries says it will take action against baby formula marketer Fernbaby if the company continues to make "therapeutic claims" about its products.24 Mar 02:41 AM
OpinionUS delays weigh on BurgerFuelPlans to open up in heartland of fast food hit by regulation23 Mar 08:45 PM
OpinionLiam DannDann: They had the chance but they blew itCOMMENT: It is the nature of the Fonterra's unique corporate structure that bad times for commodities mean good times for the brands business.23 Mar 06:19 PM
Agribusiness1080 scare 'last straw' for manyExporters paid a heavy price for the threat to contaminate infant formula with 1080.23 Mar 06:10 PM
Agribusiness1080 threat struck Fonterra's 'heart'Powerful victim impact statement read in court ahead of the sentencing of 1080 blackmailer Jeremy Kerr.22 Mar 11:45 PM
BusinessStrong result a sign of things to come for Fonterra - SpieringsTheo Spierings said a "temporary imbalance" exists between Fonterra's strong results and farmers' tough times.22 Mar 10:05 PM
OpinionFraser: Fonterra's milk-buying regime cops unfair flakCOMMENT: Criticism from farmers about the cost of supply rules ignores built-in protection, writes Peter Fraser.22 Mar 09:43 PM
BusinessFonterra's profits soar to $409mFinally some good news for dairy farmers - Fonterra will be doubling its dividend payout after profits jumped 123 per cent.22 Mar 09:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Fonterra makes the right callCOMMENT: Fonterra has made the right call by accelerating dividend payments instead of extending its dairy farmer shareholders loan package, writes Fran O'Sullivan.22 Mar 09:20 PM
OpinionBryan Gould: Egg on Govt's face from dairy basketCOMMENT: The crisis in the dairy industry is of course a savage blow to many individual dairy farmers.21 Mar 10:04 PM
BusinessFonterra aid for farmers in the windFonterra may dust off last year's support package or boost the percentage of earnings paid as dividends to help farmers hit by the dairy downturn.21 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessFive key questions for FonterraFonterra will unveil a strong half-year financial result on Wednesday, but this will not mute the criticism that has emerged.20 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessFonterra tipped to make positive resultCash-strapped dairy farmers can at least look forward to a strong first-half performance from Fonterra when it reports its result this week.20 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessFonterra asks for a discount dealFonterra will offer quicker payments to suppliers - if it gets a discount in return.18 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessFran O'Sullivan: Memo to Fonterra - Improve your PR, share the painCOMMENT: Gary Romano couldn't resist an indirect jibe at former boss Theo Spierings over the latest PR debacle to afflict dairy giant Fonterra.18 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionFonterra may shake up formula's statusFonterra has been copping heavy criticism over its strategy as the financial pressure facing farmer shareholders deepens.17 Mar 05:00 PM
Agribusiness'Bank system can handle dairy downturn'However, even the Reserve Bank's best case scenario sees farm prices fall by 20pc, while the worst case scenario would see a fall in land prices of 40pc.16 Mar 01:00 AM
BDBDBusinessFonterra confirms closure of cheese plantFonterra has confirmed the closure of its cheese plant in Kaikoura next month.15 Mar 10:50 PM
AgribusinessDairy prices fall against expectationsWorld dairy prices went against market expectations and fell 2.9 per cent decline at the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction.15 Mar 05:50 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Fonterra departee delivers final offeringCOMMENT: Next Wednesday will be another major milestone in the NZ dairy industry. Dairy giant Fonterra will unveil its latest results.15 Mar 04:00 PM
AgribusinessGlobalDairyTrade prices seen improvingFutures market pricing suggests tomorrow morning's GlobalDairyTrade auction will be flat to slightly better.15 Mar 01:05 AM
BusinessFarmers discuss slump optionsFederated Farmers and Dairy NZ have been holding around the country aimed at helping farmers, particularly sharemilkers, through the downturn.14 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessFarmers won't be getting bailoutBill English has ruled out a bailout for struggling dairy farmers after Andrew Little said the Govt should consider emergency relief similar to droughts.13 Mar 04:00 PM
