Top Maori farms named
Maori farms from Northland and Northern Hawkes Bay are the finalists in this year’s prestigious Ahuwhenua Trophy competition for the top Maori sheep and beef farm.
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Keeping it in the family
The supreme dairy exhibit at the New Zealand Dairy Event (NZDE) has a close family link to a cow who has won the same title three times.
Fonterra eyes either sale or IPO of consumer business
Fonterra has updated its plan to divest its global consumer business and integrated businesses, Fonterra Oceania and Fonterra Sri Lanka.
Global customers to fund new incentives for Fonterra farmers
Fonterra has announced new financial incentives for farmers who achieve on-farm emissions targets.
Editorial: Climate dilemma
OPINION: The farming sector, or at least some parts of it, are preparing for a battle with the Government over its latest international climate change target.
Soil devotees heading to Underground Festival
Underground festival is an event for farmers and growers which celebrates the land through great food and inspiring conversations, says event organiser Fran Bailey.
National
The New Year honour that almost got deleted
Shocked and humbled were Grahame Webber's overriding emotions when he learned he was to be recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours.
Certainty welcomed
There's been very little reaction to the government science reform announcement, with many saying the devil will be in the detail.
Industry monitoring dry conditions
While it has been a great spring and summer for farmers, soil moisture levels in the Waikato are now plummeting as the dry February starts to bite.
Science 'deserves more funding'
A committee which carried out the review into New Zealand's science system says the underinvestment will continue to compromise the country's future.
World
Oz farmers' election wishlist
Australian farmers advocate NFF says this year’s Federal Election will be a defining moment for Australian agriculture.
New export records for Aussie goatmeat
The Australian goatmeat industry set a new record for production and exports last year.Tough year for UK farmers
Volatile input costs, fluctuating commodity prices, a reduction in direct payments and one of the wettest periods in decades that…EU processors eye more cheese, powder exports
European milk processors are eyeing more cheese and milk powder exports into South America following a landmark trade agreement signed…EU dairy co-ops to merge
Two European dairy co-operatives are set to merge and create a €14 billion business.Opinion
Dry cow management is key
OPINION: We need to stop treating the dry period as just a rest between lactations and understand that it’s a…
Editorial: Climate dilemma
OPINION: The farming sector, or at least some parts of it, are preparing for a battle with the Government over…Don't shut farmers out
OPINION: What does it say about our government when it sneaks its Gene Technology Bill through on the final day…GMO deregulation risky for farmers
OPINION: Recent progress in methods for gene manipulations suggests exciting new possibilities in medicine and agriculture, but significant risks remain…Everybody needs food
OPINION: All models are wrong.Agribusiness
Keeping it in the family
The supreme dairy exhibit at the New Zealand Dairy Event (NZDE) has a close family link to a cow who…
Record exhibitor numbers set tone for field days
Northland Field Days organisers are giving a big shout out to exhibitors who have signed up for the three-day event…Co-op boosts chilled exports to China
Alliance Group has secured greater access for chilled beef exports to China, following approval for two of its processing plants…Expo set to deliver in spades
The countdown is on to be one of the most anticipated events in the sheep and beef industry, the East…A more prosperous year ahead
DairyManagement
Meet summer needs with pasture and maize silage
As summer progresses, dairy farmers face two critical challenges: maintaining milk production and keeping weight on cows.
First-time contestant named region’s best young farmer
A Franklin dairy farmer has inched closer to national victory after being crowned Northland’s top young farmer.
Paint silage bales and win
Fancy painting some silage bales and winning prizes?
Velvetleaf a real risk to crops
Any farmer that harvests or buys crops risks inviting one of the world's most invasive pest plants onto their property - to their detriment.
Southland ready for winter grazing
Southland Federated Farmers president Jason Herrick says farmers are prepared for winter grazing every year.
Farm Health
Maintaining milk flows to pay the bills
As spring calving farmers around the country enter in the final stage of lactation, the incentive to keep the milk flowing is certainly there. A strong milk price and kind first half of the season has left cows in good nick and milking well.
No limits for breeders
Breeding cows without a farm may sound a little unorthodox to some - but for Isaac and Emma Kelsen, it means they get to experience the best of both worlds.
Deer farmer targets poor performers, saves money
Management practices that aim to cull the poor performers rather than boost the best are a key to success for Canterbury deer farmer Stu Stokes.
Lower N use doesn’t mean less profit
Reducing nitrogen inputs does not necessarily mean reducing profits, says DairyNZ principal scientist Ina Pinxterhuis.
Latest beef genetics developments on show
Next month, the Beef Breeder Forum is set to give farmers an opportunity to hear about the latest developments in the beef industry.
Machinery & Products
Semi-robotic milking technology to boost parlour efficiency
Waikato Milking Systems’ latest innovation, ErgoPOD is now commercially available within New Zealand and Australia.
New home for JCB Agriculture
Power Farming has announced a new chapter in its partnership with JCB, which having represented the UK-based company’s construction equipment for over three years, now sees the relationship expanding to include the renowned JCB Agriculture product range.
Sparta leads the charge against fall armyworm
Access to innovation will benefit New Zealand farmers and growers with a broad toolkit of options.
Market leading side-by-side to be displayed
Can-Am will be using the upcoming Northland Field Days (Stand E6) to give farmers the opportunity to see the Defender HD 10 for themselves.
CAT's 100th anniversary
While instantly recognised as the major player in construction equipment, Caterpillar Inc, more commonly known as CAT, has its roots set in the farming regions in the west of the United States.
Motoring
Jimny goes 5-door
Fifty years ago, Suzuki was a pioneer in developing a small Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with fourwheel drive capability and…
Big tick for a big truck
Electric cars and big American trucks can both bring a little anxiety, but for different reasons.RAM hits 20K!
In a market dominated by utes, Ram Trucks Australia has just put the finishing touches on its 20,000th right-hand drive…Fastest, most powerful Ram
RAM distributor Ateco has always made the point that they sell trucks that eat Utes for breakfast.Kiwi fave goes green
A firm favourite of rural families and those seeking to get off the beaten track, Subaru has announced the introduction…» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Ruth reckons
OPINION: Ruth Richardson, architect of the 1991 ‘Mother of all Budgets’ and the economic reforms dubbed ‘Ruthanasia’, added her two…
Veg, no meat?
OPINION: Why do vegans and others opposed to eating meat try to convince others that a plant based diet is…
Milking It
No buyers
OPINION: Australian dairy is bracing for the retirement of an iconic dairy brand.
RIP Kitkat V
OPINION: Another sign that the plant-based dairy fallacy is unravelling and that nothing beats dairy-based products.
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Major shakeup for the NZ science system
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