Alliance says shareholder proposal ‘unlikely to satisfy banks’
Meat co-operative, Alliance has met with a group of farmer shareholders, who oppose the sale of a controlling stake in the co-op to Irish company Dawn Meats.
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Safer Farms issues safety alert on ATV rollovers when towing calf milk trailers
Rollovers of quad bikes or ATVs towing calf milk trailers have typically prompted a Safety Alert from Safer Farms, the industry-led organisation dedicated to fostering a safer farming culture across New Zealand.
Government invests $8 million in LIC methane research to reduce dairy emissions
The Government has announced it has invested $8 million in lower methane dairy genetics research.
Farmers rally to keep Alliance Group 100% NZ-owned
A group of Kiwi farmers are urging Alliance farmer-shareholders to vote against a deal that would see the red meat co-operative sell approximately $270 million in shares to Ireland's Dawn Meats.
Farewell Jim
In a few hundred words it's impossible to adequately describe the outstanding contribution that James Brendan Bolger made to New Zealand since he first entered politics in 1972.
Dawn Meats lifts Alliance investment to $270 million
Dawn Meats is set to increase its proposed investment in Alliance Group by up to $25 million following stronger than forecast year-end results by Alliance.
National
Record entries for Canterbury Clash of the Colleges
The fourth annual Canterbury Clash of the Colleges, supported by Danone and Ford, is set to be its biggest yet, with registrations almost full, organisers say.
Tributes pour in for former PM Jim Bolger
Tributes are pouring in from across the political divide for former Prime Minister Jim Bolger who passed away, aged 90.
From Calf Shows to Semex NZ: Rachel Cox’s dairy journey
When I interview Rachel Cox, she is driving - on her way to her next meeting.
Fonterra to boost UHT cream production with $150m plant
With Fonterra's UHT plant at its Edendale site less than a year from completion, demand continues to grow for products the plant will produce, such as Anchor Whipping Cream.
World
Nestle reportedly withdraws from methane accord
The ACT Party says media reports that global dairy giant Nestle has withdrawn from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance shows…
NZ–Canada dairy trade dispute resolved
The long running trade dispute between NZ and Canada appears to be over.Europe’s largest dairy co-operative to launch in 2026 as Arla Foods and DMK merge
The creation of Europe's largest dairy co-operative should be complete by early 2026.Young Aussie farmers gain global insights on study tour to Ireland
Twenty four young farmers from South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania have returned from a recent study tour of Ireland…Lactalis in front to acquire Fonterra’s Australian dairy assets after ACCC clearance
The world's largest dairy company may be in pole position to acquire Fonterra's Australian assets.Opinion
Farewell Jim
In a few hundred words it's impossible to adequately describe the outstanding contribution that James Brendan Bolger made to New…
Divestment means Fonterra can focus on its strengths
OPINION: Fonterra's board has certainly presented us, as shareholders, with a major issue to consider.Editorial: Right call
OPINION: Public pressure has led to Canterbury Police rightly rolling back its proposed restructure that would have seen several rural…The good old days of 'handshake deals'
OPINION: Catch phrases or statements often have a way of sticking with you. Here’s one I heard many years back:…Editorial: A new era for two co-ops
OPINION: Farmer shareholders of two of New Zealand's largest co-operatives have an important decision to make this month and what…Agribusiness
Nichol is new PGW chair
A day after the ouster of PGG Wrightson’s chair and his deputy, the listed rural trader’s board has appointed John…
Board upheaval at PGG Wrightson
Listed rural trader PGG Wrightson chair Garry Moore and his deputy Sarah Brown have been voted out by shareholders.Fieldays to rebuild Mystery Creek services building
The iconic services building at National Fieldays' Mystery Creek site will be demolished to make way for a "contemporary replacement…Perrin Ag welcomes new consultant Alyssa Brazendale
Agri advisor Perrin Ag says its graduate recruitment programme continues to bring new talent into the agricultural sector.Entries open for 2026 NZ Dairy Industry Awards
Entries are open for the 2026 New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards (NZDIA).Management
Technology and nutrition – a combined approach
Farm technology is an exciting frontier, and it's changing how we manage herds.
Cyclone Gabrielle lessons from Young Grower of the Year
If there was a silver lining in the tragedy that was Cyclone Gabrielle, for New Zealand Young Grower of the Year, Grace Fulford, it was the tremendous sense of community and seeing first-hand what good leadership looks like.
University of Waikato research reveals 2050 drought threats
New research could help farmers prepare for a future where summer rainfall is increasingly unpredictable and where drought risk is rising, no matter what.
Better electricity generation, storage and trade on farms
Energy costs in New Zealand are rising. Farmers find themselves with ever increasing gas and electricity prices. A group of final year electrical engineering students at the University of Canterbury, Fabian Scott, Kai Ferrier, Kate Dowling and Reuben Jones report on their investigation on-farm energy options on behalf of a farmer in the Waikato. The goal was to develop insights for farmers around renewable energy investment.
Verdus Energy unveils biomass conversion tech for carbon-negative farming
A New Zealand-based company is redefining the future of sustainable agriculture and waste management through a revolutionary Biomass Conversion Technology (BCT).
Farm Health
Lameness in Dairy Cows: Prevention, detection & recovery
Lameness takes toll on cows and farm performance. A lame cow produces less milk, loses condition and takes longer to cycle. The good news? Catching it early and treating it promptly gives her the best shot at a quick, full recovery — and helps keep your herd’s productivity on track.
'One more push' to eliminate FE
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling on farmers from all regions to take part in the final season of the Sheep Poo Study aiming to build a clearer picture of how facial eczema (FE) affects farms across New Zealand.
Pamu and LIC to launch Synergizer
The first calves of a new crossbred dairy-beef offering are now on the ground at a Pamu (Landcorp) farm near Taupo.
TB plan review to focus on possum hot spots
New Zealand is closer to eradicating bovine TB than ever before, but possums remain a threat, says Beef + Lamb New Zealand.
LUDF adopts tactical variable milking to boost profitability
An early adopter of a 10-in-7 variable milking regime, the Lincoln University Demonstration Dairy Farm (LUDF) is tweaking the system this season in search of further boosting farm performance and profitability.
Machinery & Products
Safer Farms issues safety alert on ATV rollovers when towing calf milk trailers
Rollovers of quad bikes or ATVs towing calf milk trailers have typically prompted a Safety Alert from Safer Farms, the industry-led organisation dedicated to fostering a safer farming culture across New Zealand.
Cheetah Electronics launches Rodent Shield to protect agricultural machinery from rodent damage
With the increased arrival of technology in modern agricultural machinery, it invariably means more wiring and electronic control modules. This brings with it the risk of rodent damage when machines are in storage during the winter.
Deutz-Fahr wins silver at Agritechnica 2025 for Tractor Assisted Guidance System (TAGS)
Deutz-Fahr has been awarded the prestigious silver medal at the upcoming Agritechnica 2025.
Taking the guesswork out of water usage, weighing
Although not a new concept, in-field animal weighing seems to be gaining traction by delivering live animal data without the need to bring mobs back to the yard for analysis.
GEA launches AI-powered walkover teat sprayer
GEA says that its latest walkover teat sprayer is helping farmers save time and boost udder health.
Motoring
Kia Tasman ute launches in NZ
Stepping into the already crowded ute market, it’s important to bring your best game. Kia look to have done just…
Ford's new addition
Ford New Zealand has announced the addition of the Everest Tremor as a rugged and capable expansion of its hugely…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…» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Quid prod quo?
OPINION: Ageing lefty Chris Trotter reckons that the decision to delay recognition of Palestinian statehood is more than just a fit…
Deadwood
OPINION: A mate of yours truly recently met someone at a BBQ who works at a big consulting firm who spent…
Milking It
Fonterra vote
OPINION: Voting is underway for Fonterra’s divestment proposal, with shareholders deciding whether or not sell its consumer brands business.
Follow the police beat
OPINION: Politicians and Wellington bureaucrats should take a leaf out of the book of Canterbury District Police Commander Superintendent Tony Hill.
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