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New agriculture minister to review dairy laws on Fonterra

Fonterra has been the dominant player in the market since its formation.

Too much capacity, too much debt: Synlait thrown a lifeline

Synlait Milk's plan to cut debt may involve the sale of its Pōkeno plant.

Synlait deeply in the red, wins reprieve from bankers

Five key elements are outlined for Synlait to have a clear plan to slash debt.

Waikato DairyNZ Farmwatch: Keep an eye on cows' body condition score

BCS decisions now will impact next season’s early production and reproductive performance.

'The land of cute': Cabin crew help drive tourist numbers at alpaca business

The herd of 170 of the gentle animals in Akaroa is a magnet for tourists.

Moves to ban lab-grown meat intensify in some US states

Financial Times: One lawmaker vows not to ‘eat bugs with Bill Gates’.

‘Darkest before the dawn’: Spots of light show through recession gloom - ASB economist

The next few months will be tough, but there some positive signs emerging.

China's dairy industry has been growing fast, how long will the Chinese need our dairy products?

China is on track to become the third largest milk-producing country.

Why this fifth-generation sheep farmer thinks wool is a winner

Nicola Wylie launched the bedding business Lora & Flok in September.

Kiwifruit exports rebound with record crop and increased per-hectare returns

Clouds on the horizon are Japanese yen movements and tougher market conditions.

Who 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.

Fears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPI

Fed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.

Is Fonterra rethinking the future of its Australian and NZ brands business?

A Jarden analyst says there is plenty of potential for capital management.

Rewards all round in Fonterra's half-year result

Fonterra reported a 23 per cent lift in its half-year profit after tax.

'Encouraging': Why farmer confidence is rising

Rabobank says farmers are "more comfortable" with the coalition Government's direction.

Fonterra boosts first-half profit and dividend

The co-op voices confidence despite 'continuing global uncertainty'.

Norske Skog facing billion-dollar claim linked to Kawerau mill

A landfill site long used by a Tasman mill is subject to a half-dozen claims.

Seeing red: RubyRed kiwifruit reaches million-tray milestone

Zespri's RubyRed kiwifruit variety is in its third year of commercial production.