HorticultureHow kiwifruit helped the dairy slumpWATCH: Despite the dairy downturn a big lift in kiwifruit and apple exports has boosted agricultural revenue.16 Jun 12:30 AM
The CountryThe avocado bandits pushing up pricesBrazen thieves have been targeting avocado growers in the district, with up to a dozen theft complaints to Western Bay police in the past six weeks.15 Jun 08:19 PM
BDBDThe CountryWorld dairy prices steady overnightDairy product prices have held steady at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction.15 Jun 08:10 PM
BDBDThe CountryWrightson lifts earnings forecast on strong retailPGG Wrightson raised its earnings guidance, although the rural services firm expects 2017 to be tough.14 Jun 09:30 PM
DairyFieldays arrives amid some painBig buys at annual agricultural event are likely to be lower on the shopping list for some who are hurting, especially dairy farmers.13 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryTougher rules around bobby calves introducedTougher rules around the treatment of bobby calves will start before the spring calving season, but other measures on food and shelter will be delayed until next year.10 Jun 12:45 AM
DairyNation of Debt: Dairy farmers dig in for winterVery low dairy prices have so far not translated into widespread forced sales of farms, but the coming spring and summer periods will be the acid test for many.07 Jun 05:00 PM
DairyFarmer told to stop selling raw milkAlarm after tuberculosis-positive cow discovered at his farm.05 Jun 08:25 PM
BDBDHorticultureCommodity prices lift in May as horticulture shinesHorticulture led the rise in New Zealand commodity prices last month.03 Jun 02:02 AM
BDBDThe CountryHeartland Bank warns farm values could fall 40pcHeartland Bank has told investors it is monitoring the dairy sector "with close attention".02 Jun 03:26 AM
The CountryDairy prices start new season with liftDairy prices kicked off the new season on a strong note, with gains driving the GDT price index up 3.4 per cent.01 Jun 08:55 PM
BDBDThe CountryNZ Merino inks 5-year, $45M contract with Italy's RedaNZ Merino has signed a five-year, $45 million deal to supply fine wool to Italian luxury fabric manufacturer Successori Reda.01 Jun 01:34 AM
The CountryNZ 'should get rid of 80pc of its cows'Former president of Wanganui Federated Farmers says dairy farming is responsible for 80 per cent of the degradation of New Zealand waterways.31 May 08:31 PM
The CountryChina's lessons for Australia about woolA Chinese wool tycoon seeks to revive the ailing Australian wool industry.30 May 10:40 PM
DairyFarmers turn backs on abysmal seasonHopes are running high that the first GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction for 2016/17 will show an improvement in dairy prices.30 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFinancial pressure building on farmers - surveyFarmers overall remain satisfied with their banks, according to a Federated Farmers survey.30 May 03:32 AM
The CountryFonterra denies Spierings is quittingFonterra's moved quickly to reject Australian media reports that Spierings is preparing to step down.29 May 09:30 PM
Sheep and BeefPutting energy into savingsHelen Twose talks to three winners of this year's EECA Awards for energy efficiency.29 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFight against TB given $70m boostThe Budget confirmed $69.8 million of new operating funding over the next four years to help eradicate bovine tuberculosis.26 May 08:36 PM
The CountryFonterra forecast improvesThe milk price of $4.25 per kg remains well below DairyNZ's $5.25 per kg estimate of breakeven.25 May 08:25 PM
DairyDairy farmers not looking for handoutsFarmers want better infrastructure, roads and greater access to broadband, but are not looking for any handouts from the Government in Thursday's Budget.23 May 05:00 PM
DairyKiwi company a finalist in Silicon Valley tech challengeAn innovative Kiwi start-up company has been named as a finalist for a prestigious tech challenge to be held in California's Silicon Valley next month.22 May 10:32 PM
DairyGovt steps in to assist dairy farmersAustralian dairy farmers want the government's help in gaining security around milk prices.20 May 09:32 AM
The CountryCapital Markets: Farmers can look into the futureThe NZX is launching new dairy futures and options contracts as a way to lessen the volatility in milk prices.18 May 04:00 PM
DairyTeen's petition against dairy firmsIt's not only NZ dairy farmers unhappy about farm gate prices.18 May 04:30 AM
