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Erewhon Station Farming Field Day Highlights Profit Strategy
A recent Beef + Lamb New Zealand ‘Farming for Profit’ field day drew about 100 people keen to hear about the policies that drove performance at Erewhon Station, located on the Taihape to Napier Road.
NZIBF Welcomes Labour Backing of NZ–India FTA
The New Zealand International Business Forum (NZIBF) has welcomed the Labour Party's support for the New Zealand-India Free Trade Agreement.
Canterbury Boosts Wallaby Control With $2M Funding Push
Wallaby control efforts in Canterbury have received a major boost, with Canterbury Regional Council releasing $2 million from its Pest Management Reserve.
Champion Farmers Drive Environmental Change in Agriculture
Finding and supporting ‘champion farmers’ – or top-quality farmers - is one of best ways of getting other farmers to take the appropriate measures to mitigate environmental issues, according to a leading Irish scientist Dr Mary Ryan.
Zespri Launches “Grown for Good” Global Brand Platform
Zespri has unveiled Grown for Good, a refreshed global brand platform, in an effort to reinforce the company's commitment to nutrition and creating value across the kiwifruit industry.
National
NZ High Country Farmers to Gain Land Use Flexibility Under Crown Land Reform Bill
New Zealand's high country farmers could soon gain greater flexibility to diversify their land use as the new Crown Land Legislation Amendment Bill is introduced to Parliament.
$3B Urea Plant To Be Built In Southland
New Zealand’s reliance on imported urea could soon be a thing of the past.
NZ Study Tracks Beetles Carrying Fungi Across Ecosystems
Bark and ambrosia beetles could play an unexpected role in New Zealand's ecosystem, acting as tiny taxis for fungi.
Dougal Morrison Named NZFFA President at Cambridge Conference
Dougal Morrison has been elected as the new President of the New Zealand Farm Forestry Association (NZFFA).
World
Arla Foods delivers $15b revenue as Co-op turns 25
European dairy giant Arla Foods celebrated its 25th anniversary as a cross-border, farmer-owned co-operative with a solid half-year result.
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The ACT Party says media reports that global dairy giant Nestle has withdrawn from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance shows…NZ–Canada dairy trade dispute resolved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…Opinion
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NZ Resets Science Funding Priorities After 30 Years
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Perrin Ag Appoints Consultant Vicky Ferris to Strengthen Hawke’s Bay Agribusiness Support
Perrin Ag has appointed Vicky Ferris as its new Hawke's Bay consultant.Farmlands and Donaghys Join Forces to Boost NZ Agricultural Capability
Two long-standing New Zealand agricultural businesses are coming together to strengthen innovation, local manufacturing capability, and access to essential farm…$10m Boost for Govt Coffers From Pāmu
State farmer Pāmu (Landcorp) has announced it will pay a $10 million special dividend to the Crown off the back…Adam Williamson Appointed DairyNZ Associate Director for 2026–27
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Erewhon Station Farming Field Day Highlights Profit Strategy
A recent Beef + Lamb New Zealand ‘Farming for Profit’ field day drew about 100 people keen to hear about the policies that drove performance at Erewhon Station, located on the Taihape to Napier Road.
Champion Farmers Drive Environmental Change in Agriculture
Finding and supporting ‘champion farmers’ – or top-quality farmers - is one of best ways of getting other farmers to take the appropriate measures to mitigate environmental issues, according to a leading Irish scientist Dr Mary Ryan.
Don't Sell Yourself Short On Insurance
Ensure your insurance is fully comprehensive and up to date because as a rural contractor you don’t know what’s around the corner.
Global Agritech Programme Brings UK Innovation to NZ Farms
Farm Innovation Network (FIN) is bringing global agritech innovation to New Zealand farms through a new international programme it says is designed to fast-track technology validation in real farming systems.
How Wearable Tech Helped One NZ Farmer Cut CIDR Use and Improve Mating Success
Tru-Test collars are "the best investment I've ever made in farming," says South Otago sharemilker Kevin Louw. "I absolutely love them."
Farm Health
Smarter Drenching Key to Cattle Parasite Control NZ
Feeding stock well and drenching only those animals facing a parasite challenge are key tactics in managing parasites in cattle, especially in autumn and early winter.
New Dairy Research Unlocks Better Fertility and Herd Performance in NZ
New research is helping farmers better understand and manage fertility, with clearer tools and measures to support more robust, productive herds.
Building 'Match-Fit' Cows for Calving, Lactation
The dry period isn’t just a farm holiday but a chance to get your herd match-fit for calving and early lactation. If you treat it as a focused phase of preparation, recovery and capacity building, you’ll see the benefits when the cows return to milk.
Sheep Breeder Forum 2026 to Showcase Latest Advances in Sheep Genetics
Farmers will get an opportunity to hear about the latest developments in sheep genetics at the Sheep Breeder Forum this May.
Setting Beef Calves Up to Beat Worms
Beef + Lamb NZ Wormwise consultant, vet and farmer, Mary Bowron outlines how to set beef weaners up for success in the war against worms.
Machinery & Products
Reman Day Highlights Cost Savings for NZ Farmers
As manufacturers mark Reman Day, CNH Industrial says it is a timely reminder for farmers of the operational and cost-effective benefits remanufactured parts offer.
Mark Dillon Does It Again!
Southland crop farmer Mark Dillon took out his fifth New Zealand conventional ploughing title at the NZ Ploughing Championships held over the weekend at Methven.
Nissan NZ Launches MORE Ownership Programme with Extended Warranty
Nissan has announced that the Nissan MORE Ownership Program, available to New Zealand customers, is an initiative to deliver peace of mind, cost certainty, and long-term value across the Nissan range.
Massey Ferguson Introduces High-Efficiency Small Square Baler
Massey Ferguson has announced the release of the SB.1436DB small square baler to New Zealand, featuring a unique layout producing two rows of bales during each pass, doubling output over a single baler producing 14-by-18-inch bales.
Massey Ferguson and Eicher Drive Record Growth for TAFE in 2026
Having gone through a troublesome “divorce” from its association and part ownership of AGCO, Indian manufacturer TAFE is said to be determined to be seen as a modern business rather than just another tractor maker from the developing world.
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
Half A Brain
OPINION: When Donald Trump returned to the White House, many people with half a brain could see the results for…
Inconvenient Truths
OPINION: Media trust has tanked because of what media's more woke members do and say.
Milking It
Too Lenient
OPINION: Reckless action by Greenpeace in 2024 forced Fonterra to shut down a drying plant for four hours, costing the co-op…
Fossil Fuel Crusade
OPINION: The global crusade against fossil fuel is gaining momentum in some regions.
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