The CountryMilk price rise 'not enough'Last month's 50c lift to Fonterra's milk price is good news but Rangitikei dairy farmer Greg Maughan says he isn't out of the woods 15 Sep 01:30 AM
The CountrySupport rural women on councilsDairy Women's Network is urging voters to support rural women to represent them as election season arrives. Now is the time to ensure 12 Sep 04:30 AM
The CountryThe GoodYarn initiative with Dr. Tim MackleDr. Tim Mackle is the CEO of DairyNZ. He had a chat to The Country Early Edition's Dom George this morning about what's happening 08 Sep 10:19 PM
The CountryFonterra update with Dallen OlsonDom talks Global Dairy Trade with Fonterra's Head of Co-operative Affairs for the Central Districts region Dallen Olson.08 Sep 09:07 PM
The CountryHigh hopes after GDT auctionNorthland dairy farmers hope a GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction yesterday - where prices rose for the fourth auction in a row - will 08 Sep 07:00 PM
The CountryDairy price correction under wayDairy prices posted another solid rise at this week's GlobalDairyTrade auction, signalling the first step in a price correction is 08 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryGlobal Dairy Trade review with Fonterra's Miles HurrellFonterra's Farm Source Chief Operating Officer reviews last night's positive Global Dairy Trade auction which resulted in a 7.7% increase.07 Sep 02:47 AM
The CountryIs it party time with Nathan 'Pollyanna' Penny?We ask ASB's rural economist, the man we've affectionately coined Pollyanna Penny, if he now prefers to be called 'The Oracle' following another good GDT auction result.07 Sep 02:23 AM
The CountryOrganics demand sees farmers eye conversionMore New Zealanders are choosing organic options when shopping, according to a recent report. Two out of three New Zealanders are 07 Sep 01:40 AM
BDBDThe CountryNZ dollar jumps to high, weak US dataThe New Zealand dollar surged to a 16-month high after prices rose at the latest GlobaldairyTrade auction.06 Sep 08:46 PM
The CountryNZ dollar rallies after GDTWorld dairy prices put on their third significant gain in a row at the latest GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction overnight.06 Sep 06:25 PM
The CountryLife-long castle dream comes true for dairy farmerIt's been a lifetime in the making, years in its construction, but Dot Smith's fantasy castle is nearly ready.06 Sep 04:51 AM
The CountryCon Williams on the GTDA and the future of lambJamie Mackay has nicknamed ANZ's rural economist "The Grim Reaper". Could this name be justified or does Con Williams have positive vibes for the rural economy?06 Sep 03:24 AM
The CountrySupply constraints pushing dairy prices upDairy price recovery was the main contributor to another monthly lift in the ANZ commodity price index.05 Sep 11:19 PM
BDBDThe CountryNZ commodity prices rise as dairy extends rallyNZ commodity prices rose for a fourth month as the rebound in dairy continued, although a strong kiwi dollar limited gains for local producers.05 Sep 01:50 AM
The CountryDairy auction set for rushSignals are pointing to another mad rush for product at this week's GDT auction, according to ANZ rural economist Con Williams.05 Sep 01:11 AM
The CountryDairy prices set for big gainSigns look good for a further rise in global dairy prices - and maybe a return to profit.02 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryWhat happens at 431AM?Scott Walls updates us on what's happening with Fonterra in the Taranaki region.01 Sep 09:58 PM
The CountryAgribusiness: Big swings in the farming cycleWestpac's Karen Silk says the bank is confident the problems facing NZ dairy farmers are cyclical.30 Aug 10:33 PM
The CountryWestland raises forecast by 20cWestland, the second biggest co-op after Fonterra, said the company's forecast average operating surplus had increased .30 Aug 10:10 PM
The CountryHigh value products need a point of differenceHeading into a third year of low prices, questions have to be asked whether the dairy industry is on a false path. If so, where is the path back to firm ground?30 Aug 09:30 PM
DairyAgribusiness: Co-op makes its own destinyTatua opened its own office in Shanghai, imported its own dairy products and is now achieving strong growth in a lucrative market, writes James Penn.30 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryDairy weighs on Landcorp resultLow milk prices helped drive New Zealand's biggest farmer Landcorp to a net operating loss of $9.4 million in the year to June.30 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryManaging risk key to dairy farming futureThe current damaging period of low dairy incomes requires careful management, says Mark Hiddleston.30 Aug 03:00 PM
The CountryDairy from a Maori perspectiveAsh-Leigh Campbell is passionate about bringing a Māori perspective to the dairy industry. The 25-year-old Lincoln University 26 Aug 07:00 AM
The CountryFonterra ups milk price forecast by 50cFonterra has raised its farmgate milk price forecast by 50 cents to $4.75 per kg of milksolids.24 Aug 08:40 PM
The CountryNZX market points to milk price upgradeThe futures market suggests an earnings upgrade might be on the way for Fonterra's farmers.24 Aug 06:19 AM
The CountryInterest in dairy sheep buildsThe dairy sheep industry is gaining traction as a viable alternative to traditional land uses, say rural property experts. As the 24 Aug 02:45 AM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFonterra raring to shake supply shacklesCOMMENT: Growing competition in NZ dairy market means time is right to adopt growth focus.23 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'It's hard to refute speculation' Dr Tim Mackle on the Havelock North water crisisDr Tim Mackle. the chief executive of Dairy NZ comments on last week's positive GDT result, the new breakeven milk price of $5.05 and the elephant in the room in Havelock North.23 Aug 01:45 AM
The CountrySheep milk: Is this the future of farming?Fall in farm conversions prompts interest in horticulture, honey and alternatives such as sheep milk.19 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryRabobank's Emma Higgins says dairy 'has a way to go'Rabobank Dairy Analyst Emma Higgins urges caution despite yesterday's stellar Global Dairy Trade auction which result in a 19% lift 18 Aug 02:12 AM
The CountryAndrew Hoggard remains cautious over latest GDT resultFederated Farmers Chair Andrew Hoggard is keeping a lid on his GDT excitement.17 Aug 03:22 AM
The CountryJohn Wilson - has the dairy industry turned a corner?John Wilson, The Fonterra chairman comments on the great GDT result overnight.17 Aug 01:36 AM
