The CountryYashili opens $220m Pokeno formula plantChina's Yashili NZ has this afternoon officially opened its $220m infant formula manufacturing plant in Pokeno.06 Nov 02:30 AM
The CountryGreg Muir: Farming and the future of foodFarming is largely a long term intergenerational business. But what could that future look like?06 Nov 12:10 AM
OpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Regional wine register uncorkedArea labelling is sure to be extended in the upcoming free trade talks with the European Union, writes Audrey Young.05 Nov 08:00 PM
The CountryIrrigated land rising quicklyNew Zealand has about 720,000ha of land under irrigation, but about half that again could be sustainably irrigated by 2025, an industry body says.05 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountrySparks fly over Kiwi electric farm bikeGlobal interest in a Kiwi-designed electric farm bike is exploding.04 Nov 05:30 AM
The CountryPayout prospects fall as world dairy prices dropAny chance of an upgrade in Fonterra's farmer payout became more remote today after a big drop in world dairy prices.03 Nov 10:30 PM
The CountryFrost fighting trial for kiwi hot-air machineA new frost-fighting invention known as the 'Heat Ranger' is being trialled, with the hope it will be able to protect crops next winter.03 Nov 08:00 PM
DairyFonterra back on track in Sri LankaFonterra's Sri Lanka business has fully recovered after a 2013 food safety scare sparked public protests and forced the temporary closure of its operations there.02 Nov 04:00 PM
DairyVitamin spin-off boosts company's Bega Cheese returnsFonterra is in the process of transforming its Australian business, having taken a $108 million writedown of its yoghurt and dairy desserts assets across the Tasman in 2015.02 Nov 04:00 PM
DairyFonterra sells Australian Bega stakeFonterra said it had sold its 9 per cent stake in Australia's Bega Cheese, which it has held since 2013, for A$74 million.01 Nov 09:30 PM
BDBDDairyMilk powder price dip pickedThe price for New Zealand's key dairy export, whole milk powder, may drop about 5 per cent at this week's GlobalDairyTrade auction amid lacklustre demand.01 Nov 04:00 PM
BDBDDairyDairy prices help lift gloomThe New Zealand dollar is heading is largely unchanged against the greenback after the Federal Reserve's move to keep open a potential rate hike.30 Oct 11:00 PM
DairyNZ milk in line for baby bonusChina's decision to abandon one-child policy could have positive spinoffs for the New Zealand dairy industry by boosting demand for infant formula.30 Oct 04:00 PM
DairyChina's easing of one child policy good for NZ dairyChina's decision to allow all married couples to have two children will be supportive for the New Zealand dairy industry, but only "at the margin", ANZ Bank said in a commentary.29 Oct 10:15 PM
DairyFonterra hits production seasonal peakFonterra said its milk production hit a seasonal high of 86.9 million litres on October 22 - down 3 per cent from last season's peak.29 Oct 01:00 AM
The CountryEmissions tax touted for farmersFarmers might have to pay for their emissions like everyone else under a revision of the Government's main climate change policy.27 Oct 04:30 PM
DairyTourism earnings almost trump dairyTourism is edging closer to dairy as New Zealand's top export earner with a 17 per cent boost to nearly $12 billion in the past year.27 Oct 04:30 PM
The CountryPressure on declining milk productionSeptember saw a 7.2 per cent decrease in milk production.27 Oct 12:20 AM
The CountryPalm kernel imports risePalm kernel, an alternative food source, is being imported at a growing rate.27 Oct 12:13 AM
DairyAlleged Immigration fraudster in courtA Waikato woman arrested over a suspected fraud involving visa applications for Filipinos seeking work in the dairy industry has appeared in court.26 Oct 10:00 PM
BDBDDairyWestland profit soars on cheap milkWestland Milk Products is reviewing its capital structure after profit soared on cheaper milk prices and increased sales of its value-add products.23 Oct 04:20 PM
Rural PropertyHow many kiwis work while on holiday?As the long weekend approaches, our thoughts turn to having a break away from work - but many of us will carry on with the job while we're away.23 Oct 01:01 AM
BDBDDairyKiwi dollar upThe New Zealand dollar jumped to a three-month high against the euro on speculation the European Central Bank may ease monetary conditions further.22 Oct 08:06 PM
BDBDDairyFonterra's long-term credit ratings cutFonterra's long-term credit rating has been cut by Fitch Ratings.22 Oct 01:00 AM
HorticultureKiwifruit Psa class action heads to courtClass action alleges the Government was negligent letting Psa disease into New Zealand.20 Oct 09:50 PM
