PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthland farmers in line to earn $675m - if Fonterra forecast holdsNorthland dairy farmers cautiously optimistic latest lift in forecast price will stay put.18 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryRabobank sticks with $7.60 milk price despite GDT dropRabobank's dairy analyst Emma Higgins admits GDT result took her by surprise.18 Dec 12:45 AM
The CountryElderly farming couple caught up in raidAn elderly farming couple in Manakau have had their raw milk operation raided by MPI.17 Dec 08:07 PM
BDBDThe CountryWhole milk powder leads drop in dairy auction pricesWhole milk powder slumped 6.7 per cent to US$3,099 a tonne17 Dec 06:55 PM
The CountryRecord export highs picked for primary sectorLatest Situation and Outlook report shows sustained high export growth set to continue.16 Dec 12:15 AM
BDBDThe CountryHigh dairy debt may curb ability to meet challenges aheadWarning issued by Ministry for Primary Industries.15 Dec 11:23 PM
The CountryEmissions profile sparks cow debate in SouthlandAgricultural-related emissions were found to be the largest emission source for Southland.15 Dec 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThree decades of milk processing at Fonterra Kauri siteFonterra Kauri has been processing milk from Northland farmers for 30 years.12 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountryFarming groups welcome passing of NAIT and Farm Debt Mediation lawsFederated Farmers say new laws are "good news" for the agriculture sector.11 Dec 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryComment: CEO exit raises more questions for delicately poised a2 MilkJayne Hrdlicka got offside with investors early on.10 Dec 04:40 AM
BDBDRural businessNZ shares rise as A2 recoversBlue-chip stocks Ryman Healthcare and F&P Healthcare also booked strong gains.10 Dec 04:33 AM
The CountryCattle judge off to US to play professional rugbyGordon Fullerton (22), has been signed by Old Glory DC.09 Dec 10:45 PM
BDBDThe CountryJarden tells Fonterra: keep dumping non-core assetsAnalysts questions the milk pool Fonterra continues to own outside New Zealand09 Dec 08:54 PM
The CountryStriped dairy cows – a rare breedLakenvelders hail from the Netherlands and are easy to spot in the dark.08 Dec 10:30 PM
The CountryCow of the future: Farmers learn to do more with lessInvestment in technology is aiding the production of more milk with less cows.06 Dec 04:45 AM
The CountryNorth Otago farmers feel branded 'unclean' by M. bovisThe Smiths are speaking out to show others in a similar predicament they are not alone.04 Dec 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'They are scrupulous': Anger as Hawke's Bay raw milk supplier 'raided' by MPIMPI says it makes no apologies for holding suppliers to account "to protect health".04 Dec 03:00 AM
BDBDThe CountryMixed results in latest Global Dairy Trade auctionLower appetite for milk fats results in a mixed bag for Global Dairy Trade auction.03 Dec 09:45 PM
The CountryMPI fires stark warning to raw milk retailersMPI says consumer health being put at risk through tactics that avoid compliance costs.03 Dec 09:03 PM
The Country50,000 dairy cows undergo assessmentsDairy cows on a Taranaki farm are undergoing assessments.03 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryTaranaki farmer wins at North Island champsTwo cows owned by a Taranaki farmer have won major awards.01 Dec 10:12 PM
The CountryPalm kernel imports reverse emissions progress - Fonterra reportFonterra's Annual Sustainability Report says emissions intensity was a challenging area.01 Dec 08:00 PM
The Country'Cow census' shows more milk from fewer cowsLatest NZ Dairy Statistics show the days of significant cow number growth may be over.28 Nov 02:30 AM
The CountryDairy firm wants ocean wastewater outfallEnvironmentalists concerned about growing number of ocean outfalls into wildlife habitats.28 Nov 02:15 AM
The CountryHawke's Bay: Sheep farming is 'better for you and ewe'James went to "cheese school" at Putaruru to become a qualified cheese maker27 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryCity kids farming with a view of Sky TowerMount Albert Grammar School's farm lets urban kids experience rural life in the city.25 Nov 09:00 PM
The CountryBay of Plenty schools ditch the strawBay of Plenty schools have the opportunity to move to a more sustainable packaging.24 Nov 11:09 PM
BDBDThe CountryKiwi milk minnow wins legal fight against Chinese giantThe multi-million dollar lawsuit dates back to 2011.24 Nov 07:10 PM
The CountryWhy once-a-day milking's proving a winnerFarmer says OAD milking offers 'real tangible' solution to some of sector's problems.20 Nov 11:40 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA2 Milk defies the bears at upbeat annual meetingA2 Milk on rise after higher-than-expected profit margins revealed at annual meeting.20 Nov 04:43 AM
The CountryDairy facial eczema 'hitting farmers hard in the pocket'Study finds dairy facial eczema can cost individual farmers more than $100,000 a year.18 Nov 01:15 AM
The CountryShow ring success bittersweet for Central Hawke's Bay breederHazel Schroder is grappling with whether she should finally sell four-year-old cow Roxy.17 Nov 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA milk giant goes broke as Americans quit old staplesNew York Times: Dean Foods, the largest US milk producer, filed for bankruptcy13 Nov 07:57 PM
The CountryBiggest US dairy company files for bankruptcyLosses have piled up after Walmart built its own milk plant.12 Nov 08:40 PM