AgribusinessStubbornly strong kiwi hits exportsManufacturing exports slumped by more than 20 per cent in July as a persistently strong Kiwi dollar puts pressure on the sector.06 Sep 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessNZ commodity prices rise as dairy extends rallyNZ commodity prices rose for a fourth month as the rebound in dairy continued, although a strong kiwi dollar limited gains for local producers.05 Sep 01:50 AM
Agribusiness reportFree trade opportunity not to be missedThis lack of certainty over Brexit presents risks for NZ's agricultural exporters, as well as opportunities for our much-vaunted trade negotiators.30 Aug 03:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessTrade narrows, imports fall faster than exportsNew Zealand's merchandise trade deficit narrowed in July as imports such as crude oil fell faster than exports such as milk powder and meat.23 Aug 11:50 PM
AgribusinessMPI defends manuka export guidelinesMinistry for Primary Industries is criticised after UK honey company claims fake manuka has flooded its market.23 Aug 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessLog prices hit eight-month lowNew Zealand export log prices slid to an eight-month low in August as a stronger local currency and higher shipping rates dented returns.22 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionIf not the TPP, then what?COMMENT: Critics of the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal lack a strategic alternative.22 Aug 04:24 AM
BDBDAgribusinessChina's dairy imports jumped 26pcChina's imports of dairy products jumped 26 percent in the 12 months ended June 30.18 Aug 08:30 PM
AgribusinessAvocados are going to be cheaperThe new season is predicted to be the biggest New Zealand has ever seen.17 Aug 06:24 PM
AgribusinessKiwi honey, wine face new Chinese rulesChinese regulations that caused upheaval in New Zealand's infant formula industry two years ago are set to be extended to honey and wine exporters.15 Aug 05:00 PM
AgribusinessZespri says China exports to resumeKiwifruit marketer Zespri said its exports to China were due to resume this week.14 Aug 10:35 PM
BDBDAgribusinessPorts of Auckland plan to cut staff by 50Ports of Auckland will go ahead with plans to partially automate its container terminal.08 Aug 03:01 AM
BDBDAgribusinessPorts of Auckland, Napier Port unveil new alliancePorts of Auckland and Napier Port have announced a strategic alliance they say will help improve services for freight customers.02 Aug 09:58 PM
AgribusinessDairy prices up 6.6pc overnightWorld dairy prices have shot higher at the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction, with the GDT price index gaining 6.6pc.02 Aug 07:20 PM
AgribusinessSharing cargo shipments strengthens exportersNew Zealand firms need to collaborate when it comes to shipping cargo offshore.31 Jul 06:45 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Tide going out on global tradeCOMMENT: Looking beyond dairy, the picture is one of faltering growth in world trade volumes and mounting protectionism.28 Jul 10:15 PM
AgribusinessBumper kiwifruit crop breaks recordsKiwifruit exports rose $105 million in June this year to reach $331m. The increase was up 47 percent, with goods exports rising $109 26 Jul 12:23 AM
BDBDAgribusinessFruit exports jump, led by kiwifruitNew Zealand fruit exports have been the shining star of commodities over the past year.26 Jul 12:14 AM
AgribusinessThe best bets for NZ food exports to AsiaExport opportunities exist well beyond the most obvious places.24 Jul 06:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy prices mixed in latest auctionA gain in whole milk powder offset a fall for most other products in the latest overnight dairy auction.19 Jul 06:35 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: A game of plant, nudge then smudgeCOMMENT: Trade disputes are difficult but the allegation of steel dumping by China is playing out more messily than most.19 Jul 05:00 PM
AgribusinessKey gets 'absolute assurance' on China tradeThe Government has refused to confirm whether NZ Steel has lodged complaints that China is 'dumping' low cost steel in the NZ market18 Jul 11:30 PM
AgribusinessKey dismisses talk of 'trade war'John Key says China has given no sign that it has concerns with New Zealand, let alone threatened to retaliate against Kiwi exporters.17 Jul 05:40 PM
AgribusinessMonster container ship bound for NZThe biggest container ship to visit New Zealand will visit Port of Tauranga later this year.11 Jul 10:30 PM
AgribusinessNZ exporters welcome reassurances after BrexitNews that a free trade agreement with the EU is still on track, despite Brexit, has been welcomed by New Zealand's export sector.11 Jul 02:54 AM
AgribusinessIs Trump right about the TPP?Donald Trump has taken his anti-trade tirades to a whole new level.11 Jul 01:00 AM
BDBDAgribusinessPort of Tauranga chair slams Auckland 'super-port' ideaTauranga shareholders will take some convincing that a new port to serve the upper North Island would be a good move.04 Jul 11:50 PM
AgribusinessMP backs Northport optionNorthland MP and NZ First leader Winston Peters says Northport is the logical place to take Auckland's shipping freight, saving hundreds of millions of dollars.04 Jul 05:00 PM
AgribusinessBrexit vote fallout a longer term risk for NZA UK or EU slowdown poses dangers if it ripples to our food markets, says expert.03 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessShippers name preference for Auckland port moveShipping operators favour a future replacement for the current Auckland port to be sited at the Firth of Thames over Manukau Harbour.30 Jun 04:12 AM
BDBDAgribusinessOptimism jumps on construction and tourismBusiness optimism jumps on the back of construction and tourism industries.30 Jun 02:00 AM
AgribusinessExporters see tough times aheadDairy, meat and wine industries anticipate toll on sales as British vote strengthens currency and upsets market.28 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessSheepmeat, tourism may be hardest hit by BrexitNew Zealand's sheepmeat exports and tourists from the UK may be the hardest hit from the Brexit.27 Jun 12:41 AM
BDBDAgribusinessTrade surplus of $358m in MayNew Zealand posted a bigger than expected trade surplus in May as exports of logs, fruit jump.27 Jun 12:10 AM
