PremiumPremiumManufacturingButter price pain set to stay as global dairy costs keep climbingGlobal butter prices have risen 6.1% since the last GDT sale and 34% since December.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCovid career change pays off for Bay farmerThe 28-year-old now contract-milks 1100 cows on a 290ha farm near Kawerau.04 Mar 04:00 AM
AgribusinessFonterra plans special divdend, upgrades milk price The forecast milk price range has tightened to $9.20 to $9.80 per kg.19 Feb 08:18 PM
AgribusinessMilk price surge, Mainland windfall: Why this season could be a bumper one09 Feb 09:37 PM
Herald NOWJobs growth up but more looking, milk prices soar & $35m for fusion startupWatch04 Feb 07:16 PM
Agribusiness'Very disappointed': Synlait warns of first-half loss up to $82m, shares slump03 Feb 08:49 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessStock Takes: A2 Milk's sell-off, and what the rain will mean for gentailersChina's 2025 births fell to 7.92 million, the lowest level recorded since 1949.22 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandFonterra opens organic programme to South Island farmersFonterra says rising global demand is driving new organic opportunities for farmers.21 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhere to save and where to spend on supermarket staples, according to food expertsOwn-brand butter, sugar, flour and milk often match pricier labels in baking.08 Jan 01:33 AM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesLatent demand returns: Big dairy price lift buoys hopes of market turnMiddle East buyers nearly doubled their share of GDT volumes to 21%.07 Jan 12:53 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessASB cuts milk price forecast to $9.20 after another weak dairy auctionGlobal milk output from the US, Europe, Argentina and China is keeping prices weak.17 Dec 04:04 AM
New ZealandNinth fall for GDT prices in final auction of the yearWhole milk powder, key to Fonterra payouts, slumped 5.7% in the latest sale.16 Dec 07:46 PM
Agribusiness'Too much milk for the market': Farmers can expect weaker milk prices – RabobankDairy prices are under downward pressure from strong supply globally.10 Dec 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessDairy auction slump deepens as GDT falls for eighth event in a rowWhole milk powder prices are down 23% from their May 7 peak.02 Dec 09:51 PM
New ZealandWhat’s driving rural NZ this weekRiley Kennedy with the latest from the farming and primary sectors. Video / Herald NowWatch27 Nov 07:42 PM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: Can the a2 Milk leopard change its spots?Dual-listed a2 Milk is becoming an infant formula manufacturer in its own right.27 Nov 06:00 PM
BusinessStrong sales boost: A2 Milk upgrades 2026 outlook amid currency tailwindProfit is forecast to rise slightly from last year's $209.9m result.19 Nov 08:12 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusiness'Global milk faucets are flowing': Analysts warn of price pressure aheadFutures point to a $9.77/kg payout, below Fonterra's $10 midpoint forecast.11 Nov 12:12 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessChopper rides and country music: Inside Calder Stewart’s 70th birthday celebrationOne of NZ's largest industrial landowners and biggest builders has reached a milestone.07 Nov 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: Is a2 Milk on a roll again?Shares in a2 Milk have rallied by about 77% so far this year.06 Nov 08:00 PM
Agribusiness'Close to a 16-year low': Farm loan arrears fall on high dairy and beef pricesThe Reserve Bank warns tariffs and dry weather could still threaten farm returns.04 Nov 10:56 PM
New Zealand'Do not consume': Urgent recall of protein powder over milk allergy fearsRefunds for the mislabelled protein product are being offered at stores. 04 Nov 05:38 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Freightways outlook and Fonterra vote drive upbeat dayFreightways shares climbed after Mark Troughear flagged easing economic headwinds.30 Oct 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhat’s at stake as Fonterra farmers decide fate of $4.2b Lactalis dealThe deal would see Fonterra’s Anchor and Mainland brands sold to Lactalis.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland shopper's butter shock: 'There was mould all over it'A Foodstuffs spokesperson said they had identified some quality issues with a few batches.14 Oct 04:00 PM
Business'No bonus payment': Fonterra hits back after Peters questions $4.2b Mainland sale planFonterra says farmers will vote on the sale to France’s Lactalis on October 30.09 Oct 04:15 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters questions $4b Fonterra sale to French dairy giant LactalisThe NZ First leader says Fonterra risks giving away Anchor and Mainland too cheaply.09 Oct 02:23 AM
New ZealandInside the Kiwi cream cheese factory whipping up treats for Asia“We can’t make enough cream cheese at the moment."06 Oct 02:09 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailFrom milk bar to market giant: How Tip Top built 90 years of sweet successFroneri has invested heavily in the business since buying it seven years ago.05 Oct 05:00 PM
