New ZealandGisborne District Council seeks urgent orders against forestry firmsGisborne council seeks orders against forestry companies.10 Jul 02:09 AM
New Zealand'Any cut-back now is not good': Forestry slump could hurt future biofuel supplyNew data shows a sharp decline in new forest plantings in New Zealand.09 Jul 03:30 AM
AgribusinessIkea's owner buying up New Zealand forestsThe Overseas Investment Office will allow Ingka Investments to buy 23,495 hectares.04 Jul 12:38 AM
New ZealandTairāwhiti women leading way in forestry safety'That has to be a win for women and for our communities.'21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandEastland Wood Council cautiously optimistic about forestry planEWC backs Govt's forestry initiatives, stresses need for better infrastructure.19 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRocket Lab signs deal to get Japanese satellites into spaceData collected from Rocket Lab-launched satellites could enhance defence and security.18 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandIs it safe? Inquiry into Northern Wairoa health called for'Zombie' fish and years of pollution pushes Dargaville residents to call for inquiry.17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessHow a high-flying bond trader became one of NZ’s largest farmersCorporate farming a trend, don't write off the family farm just yet, Forbes Elworthy says.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovernment cancels annual ETS charge for forestryForestry Minister Todd McClay made the announcement to industry leaders in Waikato.14 Jun 03:56 AM
New ZealandGisborne council debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costsCouncil debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costs.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTairāwhiti clears 390,000 tonnes of debris, just 30 per cent - aims for more fundingGisborne clears 390,000t of debris; 25-30 per cent of total from rivers, beaches.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bloody disgrace': Bridge damage angers councillors'Ratepayers are paying for the negligence of one company.' - Councillor Grant Boyde02 Jun 08:45 PM
New ZealandOpinion: Hope from China as log prices dropOPINION: Winter is coming, but thankfully the news isn’t all bleak.31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawkes Logging lands top gongs at forestry awardsCurtis Hawkes, of Hawkes Logging, wins top Eastland forestry award.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCourt appearances for Gisborne forestry companiesSamnic Forest Management, Forest Management Solutions 'highly culpable'.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFast turnover forestry for green energy could transform Northland economyShort rotation forestry could help reignite Marsden Pt.23 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandCould short-rotation forestry unlock NZ's green energy future?A two-year study sheds light on short-rotation forestry opportunities for regional NZ.20 May 08:38 PM
New ZealandIwi, forest manager call time on illegal rubbish dumping in Far North nature spot'I won’t tolerate this rubbish and lack of respect for the environment,' says iwi leader.20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandForestry firms argue against rate hikes, citing already high paymentsResidents say forestry firms should boost payments for debris clean-up and road repairs.20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne council seeks locals for crucial erosion control groupThe Ūawa Group seeks community members, to consider Tairāwhiti's land and water future.17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato heli-saw to transform forestry, electricity sectorsTLC will continue to trial the heli-saw technology this month in Piopio.15 May 06:30 AM
New ZealandHeli-saw: Helicopter tree-trimming trialTLC's first trial of the heli-saw — a specialised tree-trimming saw hanging from a helicopter — in a forestry block in Kuratau near Taupō. Video / The Lines Company Te KūitiWatch15 May 12:55 AM
New ZealandForest manager: International demand for pruned logs at an all-time high"Things are fundamentally changed in my view, in China."14 May 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Unsettling time': 30 jobs proposed to go at forestry research institute ScionCEO says it doesn't have enough work in the pipeline to retain current staffing levels.14 May 03:22 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeGovt fails to calm carbon market jitters, flagging forestry reviewIt is unsure of the impact land use rule changes will have on how many trees are planted.08 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessExports up, imports down in March - so should we be happy?Imports take a tumble, kiwifruit and apples get country out of deficit.24 Apr 12:40 AM
New ZealandAnother Gisborne forestry company loses accreditationTwo Gisborne forestry companies have lost sustainability certifications within two months.21 Apr 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessProductivity fails to fire: Why are Kiwis working more for less?Red tape and New Zealand's reliance on dairy cop some of the blame.18 Apr 12:15 AM
New ZealandForesters awards: Hawke’s Bay family claims North Island foresters awardIt's a generational thing at remote Waiwhare in the eastern shadows of the Kaweka Ranges.17 Apr 01:28 AM
New ZealandA new home for Piquet Hill FarmsAfter more than half a century on Te Akau hill country, Piquet Hill Farms is moving.29 Mar 03:59 PM
New ZealandNZ forestry 'struck to our knees' by weak demand from ChinaNZ log inventories have piled up due to very weak demand from China in recent months.27 Mar 07:56 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWho is behind the up to $1 billion in claims against Norske Skog's Tasman mill?The now-shuttered mill had faced environmental complaints going back decades.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFieldays waiting in the wingsThe 56th iteration of the event will feature more than 1000 exhibitors.21 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsNZ still spending more than it earns - but the deficit shrinks as tourists returnThe goods deficit narrowed as we imported less, despite falling export returns.19 Mar 10:58 PM