Recent
Manuka honey trader posts sour results
Manuka honey trader Comvita slumped to a $104 million net loss last financial year, reflecting prolonged market disruption, oversupply and…Poultry industry, Govt sign landmark biosecurity deal
The Government has struck a deal with New Zealand's poultry industry, agreeing how they will jointly prepare for and respond…Top wool advocate bales out
The conversion of productive farmland into trees has pretty much annihilated the wool industry.Hawke’s Bay Rescue Helicopter completes 220+ missions in 2025
Thus far in 2025, the Hawke's Bay rescue helicopter crew have completed over 220 missions, resulting in numerous positive patient…National
Vegetable grower Alan Wilcox remembered for lifetime of service
Pukekohe vegetable growers farewelled 101-year-old Alan Wilcox in late July, celebrating his many achievements and reflecting the widespread respect in…
NZ public says farmers should lead climate action, survey finds
A new nationwide survey shows New Zealanders expect farmers and food producers to play a leading role in cutting greenhouse…North Otago farmer Jane Smith standing for Ravensdown board seat
North Otago farmer Jane Smith is standing for the Ravensdown South Island director seat.US tariffs threaten NZ horticulture exports
"Unwelcome" is how the chief executive of the Horticulture Export Authority (HEA), Simon Hegarty, describes the 15% tariff that the…Ballance Kapuni plant hit by gas supply issues
Fertiliser co-operative Ballance has written down $88 million - the full value of its Kapuni urea plant in Taranaki -…World
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.
Oz farmers' election wishlist
Australian farmers advocate NFF says this year’s Federal Election will be a defining moment for Australian agriculture.
Opinion
'Leaving Paris' not a good idea
OPINION: "Get us out of Paris” has achieved resonance and volume as a cry to save farming.
Editorial: Export target dilemma
OPINION: Productive whole farmlands conversions into forestry are becoming a thorny issue for the Government.Help is available, you're not alone
OPINION: I was quite casually browsing through some news headlines recently, when one of them really caught my attention.Editorial: We are Trumped
OPINION: Nothing it seems can be done in the short term to get Donald Trump to change his mind about…Helping our youth to be resilient
OPINION: The Rural Support Trust ran a dinner and debate at the National Fieldays last month. In tables of 10,…Agribusiness
40,000 meals donated as NZFN marks fifth anniversary
The New Zealand Food Network's (NZFN) fifth birthday celebrations have been boosted by a whopping five tonne meat donation from…
Scales declares strong first half performance
Scales Corporation has today reported its results for the first half of the 2025 financial year, revealing what it says…$10,500 for future ag leaders
The future of New Zealand’s agricultural sector grew a little brighter, with the South Island Agricultural Field Days (SIAFD) now…Ravensdown targets first farmer rebate in four years amid business restructure
Fertiliser co-operative Ravensdown is working on delivering a rebate for its farmer shareholders next year - the first in four…CRV appoints new sales & marketing manager
Former chief executive of New Zealand Young Farmers, Lynda Coppersmith is now CRV’s new sales and marketing manager.Management
Top wool advocate bales out
The conversion of productive farmland into trees has pretty much annihilated the wool industry.
Tag and applicator a winner
Tagging thousands of new-born lambs at docking takes precision and tag technology that handles the volume at a good pace.
Farmers and catchment groups leading the next wave of freshwater restoration
From nitrogen limits to ecosystem restoration –farmers and catchment groups are leading a new wave of environmental care, says DairyNZ.
EPA approves biological controls for noxious weed
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has approved a rust fungus and a flower weevil to control Darwin’s barberry, a spiny invasive shrub.
Te Herenga o Te Rā combines solar power and sheep grazing
One of New Zealand's latest and largest agrivoltaics farm Te Herenga o Te Rā is delivering clean renewable energy while preserving the land's agricultural value for sheep grazing under the modules.
Farm Health
Why our future depends on taking biosecurity seriously
OPINION: When it comes to biosecurity, we often hear about the end of a response, but it’s the beginning that…
Strong farmer uptake for Beef + Lamb NZ’s new nProve Beef genetics tool
Beef + Lamb New Zealand says it is seeing strong farmer interest in its newly launched nProve Beef genetics tool,…Protect Your Patch: Treat farm boundaries like borders, says B+LNZ vet
Treat your farm boundary like a border. This was one of the messages delivered to farmers at a recent Beef…Striking it right with set-stock rates
Ewe feed requirements lift markedly in the last month before lambing.Handling sheep with care
I wrote an article in the May 6th issue of Rural News about how when set-stocking ewes for lambing, they need spreading…Machinery & Products
Meeting the need for key minerals
For upcoming weaning and mating, there will be a need for key minerals in calves and cows.
Tata Motors acquires Iveco Group in €3.8 billion deal
India's Tata Motors is taking over the Italian- headquartered Iveco Group for a reported €3.8 billion (NZ$ 7.45 billion), with…Giltrap Agrizone customers tour New Holland factories in Europe
A group of eight Giltrap Agrizone customers travelled to Europe in July with managing director Andrew Giltrap, taking the opportunity…Forage harvesters with better chop quality and efficiency
Claas has announced the arrival of its new Jaguar 1000 series forage harvesters, taking power delivery beyond 1100hp, aimed at…Milker's Wipes are here
FIL's new Milker’s Wipes have landed in New Zealand.Motoring
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.Safari on a Trek to NZ
Exclusive to the New Zealand market and available in limited supply, the Suzuki Jimny Safari adds to an already versatile…» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
» Connect with Rural News
» eNewsletter
Popular Reads
Massey Ferguson launches new MF 5M Series tractors
Massey Ferguson has announced the introduction of the MF 5M Series, offered over six horsepower steps from 95 maximum hp,…
Alliance offloading 70% stake to Irish meat company - report
Irish meat processor Dawn Meats is set to acquire a 70% stake in Alliance Group, according to a report in…
Two milk processing plants changing hands
Two large milk processing plants in New Zealand are changing hands.
