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Farmers’ health hub launches at 2026 East Coast Expo
Farmers' health and wellbeing will take centre stage with a new hub at the 2026 East Coast Farming Expo.B+LNZ announces new farmer council chair
Dannevirke farmer Dan Billing has been announced as the new national chair of Beef + Lamb New Zealand's (B+LNZ) Farmer…Tamar Farm’s Red Devon beef pies win gold in Mid Canterbury Award
A Mid Canterbury beef farm has unlocked a new market for its products thanks to its unusual beef breed, and…LIC reports 18% increase in beef straws used in dairy cows this spring
The number of beef straws going into dairy cows is on the increase, according to LIC beef genetics product lead…National
Australian teams to help repair North Canterbury irrigators after storm
Moves are afoot to get a team of Australians over here to help repair North Canterbury's irrigation machinery, ravaged by…
Early drought conditions emerging in Hawke’s Bay as rainfall drops
As you approach Hastings from the south along SH2, the colour of the west-facing hills are a good indicator of…Global beef trade set for growth driven by Asia – Rabobank report
Global beef trade is expected to grow steadily over the next five years, driven by increasing demand from Asia and…Bremworth reintroduces solution-dyed nylon while backing wool carpets
Carpet maker Bremworth is reinstating solution-dyed nylon (SDN) into its product mix but says wool carpets remain central to its…New series draws rural inspiration
While New Zealand may be under siege from braindead, flesh-eating monstrosities, that doesn’t mean lambing can stop.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The ACT Party says media reports that global dairy giant Nestle has withdrawn from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance shows why New Zealand needs to rethink its approach to climate.
NZ–Canada dairy trade dispute resolved
The long running trade dispute between NZ and Canada appears to be over.
UK removes tariffs on US ethanol, alarming farmers
While Donald Trump seems to deliver a new tariff every few days, there seems to be an endless stream of leaders heading to the White House to negotiate reciprocal deals.
Wilmar hands over US$725m ‘court security’ in Indo graft case
Reuters reports that giant food company Wilmar Group has announced it had handed over 11.8 trillion rupiah (US$725 million) to Indonesia's Attorney General's Office as a "security deposit" in relation to a case in court about alleged misconduct in obtaining palm oil export permits.
NSW approves virtual fencing on farms
Farmers in the Australian state of New South Wales will soon be able to use virtual fencing and herding technology to boost farm productivity.
Opinion
Additional land needed to feed the same number of people
OPINION: Eight point two billion people on the planet. Ten point three billion exported by 2084 (according to the latest…
Editorial: Preparing for drought
OPINION: Farmers along the east coast of both islands are being urged to start planning for drought as recent nor'west…Fieldays hold out the begging bowl
OPINION: When someone says “we don’t want a handout, we need a hand up” it usually means they have both…Life lessons learned
OPINION: I have been thinking quite a bit recently about something I could call Life Lessons Learned.Editorial: United strategy for wool
OPINION: Wool farmers believe the future of strong wool still holds promise.Agribusiness
Tamar Farm’s Red Devon beef pies win gold in Mid Canterbury Award
A Mid Canterbury beef farm has unlocked a new market for its products thanks to its unusual beef breed, and…
European growers strengthen Zespri’s year-round kiwifruit supply strategy
European growers are playing a key role in ensuring Kiwifruit marketer Zespri has year-round supply of high-quality fruit for consumers.Agriculture a “shining light” for NZ economy, says ANZ CEO Antonia Watson
ANZ's chief executive Antonia Watson says agriculture has proven to be “a shining light” for New Zealand’s economy.Canterbury farmer Sean Molloy joins New Zealand Pork board
Following a recent director election, Canterbury farmer Sean Molloy has been appointed to the New Zealand Pork Industry Board.NZYF launches employer supporter membership for rural businesses
New Zealand Young Farmers (NZYF) has launched a new initiative designed to make it easier for employers to support their…Management
Wool training reaches Chatham Islands
Next month, wool training will reach one of New Zealand's most remote communities, the Chatham Islands - bringing hands-on skills and industry connection to locals eager to step into the wool harvesting sector.
LIC reports 18% increase in beef straws used in dairy cows this spring
The number of beef straws going into dairy cows is on the increase, according to LIC beef genetics product lead Paul Charteris.
Drench resistance already impacting NZ farm profits
Drench resistance is already hitting farm profits; it's not just a future problem.
Time for a viable dairy-beef system - RaboResearch
With nearly two million underutilised dairy calves born annually and the beef price outlook strong, New Zealand’s opportunity to build a scalable dairy-beef system is now.
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.
Farm Health
Dealing with 'poddy' lambs
Lambs that have had a tough start to life are obvious at docking/tailing as scrawny little critters with a potty…
Salmonellosis Surge: MPI reports rising cases in New Zealand cattle
Salmonellosis is a serious disease in cattle.B+LNZ nProve tool simplifies ram selection for farmers
With ram buying season underway, B+LNZ is encouraging farmers to take advantage of its free online tool, nProve, to help them…Turning data into dollars
If growing more feed at home adds up to $428 profit per tonne of dry matter to your bottom line, wouldn’t…The genetics of body condition scoring
This is the third in a series of articles from Beef + Lamb New Zealand's Informing New Zealand Beef programme.…Machinery & Products
AgriSIMA 2026 Paris machinery show cancelled
With the current situation in the European farm machinery market being described as difficult at best, it’s perhaps no surprise…
WA tractor museum honours Oliver Crane’s legacy
Located in York, 100km east of Perth in Western Australia, the Oliver Crane Memorial 4×4 Tractor Museum houses what is…Krone unveils new CombiPack HDP baler and halts US exports
Well-known for an extensive range of round balers, Krone’s new CombiPack HDP looks to have several features that sets it…NZ tractor sales show signs of recovery – TAMA
As we move into the 2025/26 growing season, the Tractor and Machinery Association (TAMA) reports that the third quarter results…Southland’s Hughes Contracting expands Case IH fleet
Having worked as a diesel mechanic, often on Case IH machinery, Brian Hughes was familiar with the agricultural industry and…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…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.» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Sugar hit
OPINION: Winston Peters has described the decision to sell its brand to Lactalis and disperse the profit to its farmer…
Wrong focus?
OPINION: The Hound reckons a big problem with focusing too much on the wrong goal - reducing livestock emissions at…
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Hawke’s Bay farmers donate livestock to support rescue helicopter
A Hawke's Bay farming family of self-confessed 'frequent flyers' has donated the proceeds from their spring lambs.
Dawn Meats confirms no Alliance plant closures
The new majority owner of meat company Alliance has no plans to close any processing plants. Instead, Dawn Meats plans…
Farmers Lead Sustainability Push: Woodchip bioreactor cuts nitrate runoff in Manawatu
Claims that farmers are polluters of waterways and aquifers and 'don't care' still ring out from environmental groups and individuals.…
