The CountryOn-farm training programme empowers young adults with disabilitiesMichial Todd, the first trainee to graduate, is now a certified dairy farm relief worker.31 Mar 04:00 AM
The CountryShare Farmers of the Year revealed at Bay of Plenty awardsWinning couple are in a 20% equity partnership, managing two properties with 760 cows.27 Mar 08:59 PM
The CountryFar North’s Mahoe Cheese tastes more successBay of Islands cheesemaker gets gold, silver and bronze medals at national awards.24 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountrySynlait returns to profit, beats forecast Synlait has beaten its first-half earnings forecast after going into the red last year.23 Mar 08:34 PM
The CountryOnce-a-day milking a winning choice for King Country coupleOAD milking move made in the 2023-24 season as costs were getting 'out of control'.22 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryNew investors for Spring Sheep Milk CoSpring Sheep has 16 suppliers, mainly based in Waikato.21 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryS&P says Fonterra’s balance sheet can handle Mainland saleFonterra's balance sheet will offset the impact of its planned sale Mainland, S&P says.21 Mar 01:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon’s India trade push could secure second termOPINION: The PM might gain from trying the same approach he used in New Delhi back home.20 Mar 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStock Takes: Is gold a good bet?Gold has hit a record high this week but is it a good investment?20 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDairy farmers set for bumper earnings in 2025 Farmers look set to receive a high milk price and dividend from Fonterra this year.20 Mar 04:09 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIs the economy’s ‘surprise’ bounce the start of a real recovery?Stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter GDP growth is good news, but can it last?20 Mar 02:57 AM
The CountryShare Farmers of the Year revealed at Central Plateau awardsThe Kiffs won Share Farmer of the Year, milking 580 cows in Tokoroa.19 Mar 11:24 PM
The CountryFonterra’s first-half profit climbs to $729mFonterra raises first half profit, dividend, keeps $10/kg milk price forecast19 Mar 08:15 PM
The Country'Journeying with them': How dairy farmer Matt's giving backA Dairy Industry Award winner is helping encourage others to enter the awards.19 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryFlat result in latest Global Dairy Trade auctionThe Global Dairy Trade auction recorded a 0.0% result overnight.18 Mar 08:22 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryEconomy in line for $10 billion boost if farmgate milk price stays highA back-to-back $10/kg milk price would put money in farmers' back pockets.18 Mar 02:31 AM
The CountryNorthland share farmers of the year are Kaitāia coupleFar North couple are 2025 Northland share farmers of the year.17 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryYoung Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStock Takes: A trade sale for Mainland?Australia’s Bega Group is a potential buyer due to existing Fonterra ties.13 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'I wanted to give something back': From award winner to organiserJessie Pope is helping organise the 2025 Dairy Industry Awards.13 Mar 02:00 AM
The CountryFonterra reshuffles top management before saleThe dairy co-op is preparing to divest its consumer business.11 Mar 08:27 PM
The CountryWhy this farmer is a 'beacon of community spirit'Sharemilker Danielle Hovmand had no idea she'd been put up for an award.11 Mar 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMarket close: Dairy helps drive NZ stocks higherNZ stocks close almost one percent higher after a late buying surge. 10 Mar 05:26 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy Fonterra’s latest outlook means big gains for dairy farmersFonterra raised its 2025 earnings guidance to 55-75 cents per share.10 Mar 02:46 AM
The CountryStuart Neill wins Canterbury Ballance Farm Environment AwardsJudges said Pukatea Dairy Farms chooses to do the right thing, rather than the easy thing.06 Mar 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStock Takes: 25% tariffs loom leaving NZ market uneasy as trade uncertainties growFisher & Paykel Healthcare under pressure as analyst forecasts $100m in additional costs. 06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWill NZ farmgate milk prices hold?Expectations of a $10/kg-plus milk price remain in place despite weak dairy auction.05 Mar 03:53 AM
The CountryAnother slip in the global dairy trade auctionThis follows a 0.6% decline from the previous event two weeks ago.04 Mar 08:18 PM
BDBDThe CountryPāmu to stick with Synlait Milk in the South IslandSynlait has been working hard to retain its suppliers.04 Mar 06:28 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRichard Wyeth appointed Synlait Milk CEOChairman says new chief executive is 'seasoned, tested and highly regarded'.02 Mar 09:14 PM
The Country$19b boost: Agri sector set to carry NZ economy this yearInfometrics’ latest look at regional economies shows signs of recovery in rural areas.27 Feb 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInside Economics: Why US dollars still rule the world...and what’s up with the price of cheese Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the latest economic news.25 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryWaikato farmer cautiously optimistic about visa rule changes“It’s not a game-changer, but is going in the right direction."25 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy US dairy exporters should fear NZ in China demand slumpThe US Dairy Export Council is flagging more Downunder competition in important markets.24 Feb 02:32 AM