'Really exciting': Commercial seaweed planting in Coromandel
'We are trying to establish an economically viable seed-to-sale seaweed industry.'
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'Really great timing': New China deer velvet deal a relief for industry
New Zealand exports about $70 million worth of velvet to China each year.
All Australian tomato imports temporarily suspended
The ban comes after a virus was found in Sth Australia and will be reviewed in seven days.
'Extremely infectious' tomato virus raises fears for NZ growers
Tomatoes NZ says the virus spreads easily and could spell up to 80% of crop losses here.
'Hugely beneficial': Scholarship recipient encourages others to apply
A previous recipient encouraged people wanting to be advisers to apply.
Farmer sentenced over 'emaciated' cattle that had to be euthanised
The 65-year-old farmer has been sentenced for ill-treatment of cattle for a second time.
Public sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agencies
Nicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.
Opinion: Science needed to solve milky-fleshed snapper syndrome
OPINION: Let’s face it - nobody wants to be catching sick fish.
Double duty: Turbocharging growth in primary industries
MPI’s eight-point plan aims to maximise international opportunities.
Probe into Northland shellfish deaths proves inconclusive
The mass death event in Pataua was the second since 2022.
Sesame seeds recalled over salmonella concerns
Affected products imported from India and identified through routine testing.
Call for food safety officials to apologise to cheesed off shopper
Officials should apologise over handling of pensioner's complaint, says concerned reader.
Farmer fined $98,000 after clearing native bush to sell as firewood
An ecologist noticed indigenous forest had been cleared and reported it.
Bull breeders urged to enter genetics programme that aims to boost sector's profits
The region's bull breeders have been encouraged to join the NZ beef genetics programme.
Why NZ's deer industry wants the US to cook venison at home
North America is the biggest market for NZ venison but most of it is eaten in restaurants.
How to care for pets during a disaster: Workshops to be held across NZ
The training will be offered in workshops around the country.
Tahini recalled from supermarkets due to fear of salmonella contamination
The product was sold in the South Island.
'Irresponsible': Dumped roosters roaming rural roads
“If you can’t look after them or rehome them ... don't breed them."
'Hitler was right': MPI worker quits job after probe into hateful social media posts
The employee quit his job shortly after being told he was under investigation.
'Desperate': Chatham Islands farmers wait to off-load stock
“Without being able to sell stock - farmers have had no cashflow for months."
'No one-size-fits-all solution' to fall armyworm infestation
MPI and partners have been battling the pest for a year.
Illegal liquor prompts $244,000 fine
Testing showed the contents of the bottles were genuine.
How a high-flying bond trader became one of NZ’s largest farmers
Corporate farming a trend, don't write off the family farm just yet, Forbes Elworthy says.
David Seymour announces review into farming sector ‘red tape’
'If we don’t remove barriers to productivity, we will fall behind our global competitors.'
MPI reports forecast dip in primary industry export revenue
MPI released Situation and Outlook for the Primary Industries report at Fieldays.
'Unacceptable risk': Freight company fined for biosecurity breaches
The breaches posed an 'unacceptable risk' to New Zealand's biosecurity.
Deadly virus poses increasing threat to NZ
Deadly virus could be an increasing threat to NZ because of climate change.
‘Zombie’ snapper caught in Auckland suggests disease more widespread
The sick snapper caught near Port Albert suggest the problem is widespread.
'Don’t take it all on yourself': Hawke's Bay farmers struggling as economic and environmental setbacks collide
Tough economic conditions are compounding with the lasting impact of Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Hitler was right': MPI investigating 'abhorrent' posts from staff member's account
The employee says his Instagram account was hacked and he did not make the comments.
Oranga Tamariki spends more than $800k on contractors, consultants on plan to axe 447 jobs
Minister for Children Karen Chhour is defending the spend-up.
What’s New Zealand worth? Govt plans include option for $100 levy on tourists
Country out of pocket by $250m to support international visitors.
'Highly culpable': Farmer milked cow even after 'part of her udder dropped off'
Some of Ray Nairn's ill-treated cows needed to be euthanised.
'Utterly inexplicable:' Prominent Kiwi winegrower fined $15k for smuggling vine cuttings
'His knowledge of the risk would have been far greater than the average New Zealander.'