DairyFurther tumble in dairy prices expectedDairy prices are expected to weaken again by up to 10 per cent at this week's global dairy auction as market continues to suffer from over-production.14 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Time for serious rethink on dairyIt is time for the industry and the politicians to take off their rose-tinted glasses and do some hard-thinking about our major goods export industry, writes Fran O'Sullivan.11 Feb 12:32 AM
The CountryCattle breach escapes penaltyEnvironment Canterbury is standing by its decision not to fine or prosecute Chief Justice Dame Sian Elias and her businessman husband Hugh Fletcher after photos emerged of their cattle drinking out of a North Canterbury lake.10 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionTPP fresh chapter in a proud historyFor the primary sector the TPP confers boundless opportunities not only for agriculture but for future generations of New Zealanders and their prosperity, writes William Rolleston.03 Feb 08:52 PM
BDBDDairyCommodity weakness sees stocks dipNew Zealand shares fell as weaker commodity prices weighed on equities in countries dependent on exports of raw materials.03 Feb 04:30 PM
DairyDark days for dairy farmersFonterra's latest farmgate milk price forecast is already under downward pressure after dairy prices fell for the third time in a row at this morning's GlobalDairyTrade auction.02 Feb 09:05 PM
DairyFutures market tips big fall in dairy pricesDairy farmers are bracing themselves for still more falls in product prices at tomorrow's Global Dairy Trade auction.01 Feb 11:00 PM
Dairy$980m Fonterra botulism case kicks offFonterra's multi-million dollar stoush with food giant Danone is due to be fought behind closed doors in Singapore next week01 Feb 08:10 PM
The CountryBeijing seeks to restrict formula brandsAsia's biggest economy looks to limit manufacturers to three labels and impose stricter safety procedures.01 Feb 04:00 PM
BDBDDairyFonterra to review governance structureFonterra posed the question of whether a board stacked with farmers has the right skills to drive a global business.31 Jan 10:56 PM
The CountrySynlait cuts milk price forecastSynlait Milk has revised its forecast milk price for the 2015 / 2016 season from $5.00 per kilogram to $4.20.31 Jan 09:20 PM
BDBDDairyPressure on dairy farmers to sell upBanks say more heavily indebted New Zealand dairy farmers will be asked to sell up as non-performing loans increase.29 Jan 08:34 PM
BDBDThe CountryOIO approves Dairy Farms $47m farm buyDairy Farms NZ - likely to list on the NZ stock exchange, has been given permission to buy up South Island farms.29 Jan 12:40 AM
OpinionStock Takes: Baby milk trade faces regulationAustralasian infant formula stocks have proved a pretty good bet lately.28 Jan 08:35 PM
DairyFonterra cuts farmer milk payoutWeakening world dairy prices have pushed Fonterra this morning to announce a cut in its payout to farmers.27 Jan 10:15 PM
The CountryEconomy warning: NZ put on noticeLeading international credit rating agency has downgraded its outlook for New Zealand's economy.26 Jan 07:55 PM
DairySheepmeat prices tumble, beef prices highDry conditions helped drive lamb and mutton returns down in the December quarter, while beef prices remained at near record levels.25 Jan 04:00 PM
DairyFonterra sees more dairy farmer pain before revivalFonterra chief executive Theo Spierings said more pain lies ahead for farmers as dairy prices continue to weaken and as oil prices plummet.24 Jan 07:30 AM
DairyDairy futures point to weak demandFutures pricing is pointing to dairy prices flattening at tomorrow's GlobalDairyTrade auction as the sector continues to grapple with the same issues that held sway last year - oversupply and low....18 Jan 04:00 PM
BDBDDairyOpen Country Dairy cuts milk payoutNew Zealand's second largest dairy processor has reduced its milk payout by 30 cents to an average price of between $4.00-$4.30 per kilogramme.18 Jan 04:54 AM
BDBDDairyWeak growth and dairy prices weigh on kiwiThe New Zealand dollar may fall this week on concern about the impact on the local economy of slower Chinese growth, weak dairy prices and low inflation.18 Jan 02:02 AM
Rural PropertyQuiet end to 2015 property market - TradeMeNew Zealand's property market settled in December, ending a booming year of property sales on a quiet note.13 Jan 11:00 PM
BDBDDairyLewis Road Creamery eyes China as potential exportLewis Road Creamery will make a final decision this year whether to export its organic milk into China's Shanghai.13 Jan 09:27 PM
BDBDThe CountryWool prices up at first auction of 2016Wool prices rose at the first auction following the Christmas and New Year holiday period, helped by the lower New Zealand dollar.08 Jan 03:27 AM
DairyDairy price fall clouds Fonterra forecastWholemilk is down 4.4 per cent at first GDT auction of the year despite volume reductions, and outlook is weak.06 Jan 07:37 PM
BDBDRural PropertyAuckland house prices steady in DecemberAuckland home sales continued to fall in December, with fewer houses sold and listed.05 Jan 09:53 PM
OpinionTheresa Gattung: It takes guts to stand up to the issue of animal crueltyTheresa believes it our duty to support suppliers committed to the safe treatment of farm animals.05 Jan 09:40 PM
BDBDDairyDairy product prices post surprise declineDairy product prices unexpectedly slipped in the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction.05 Jan 06:20 PM
