Recent
Former Fonterra Director Urges Bipartisan Support for India Free Trade Agreement
A former Fonterra director with farming interests in India says he's surprised with the political posturing over the Indian free…NZ Exporters Urge Politicians to Finalise India Free Trade Deal
New Zealand exporters are putting the blowtorch on politicians to get the free trade deal with India over the line.NZ Food Brands Back New Zealand Grown Grains Campaign
Some of New Zealand’s best-loved food brands have been quick to sign up for a new campaign which reinforces their…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…National
Spokesman for Controversial Farmer Lobby Quits
Waikato farmer Walt Cavendish has stepped down as the spokesman for a controversial farming lobby seeking greater protection for New…
Feds Label New Farmer Group 'Bad News'
A verbal stoush has broken out between Federated Farmers and a new group that claims to be fighting against cheaper…Rising Fuel and Fertiliser Costs Hit NZ Farmers, ANZ Report Finds
According to the latest ANZ Agri Focus report, energy-intensive and domestically-focused sectors currently bear the brunt of rising fuel, fertiliser…Government Amends Stock Exclusion Regulations for Low-Intensity Grazing
The Government has announced changes to stock exclusion regulations which it claims will cut unnecessary costs and inflexible rules while…Election 2026: Former Federated Farmers President Named National Party Candidate
Katie Milne, former Federated Farmers president, has been announced as the National Party’s candidate for the West Coast-Tasman electorate.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The ACT Party says media reports that global dairy giant Nestle has withdrawn from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance shows why New Zealand needs to rethink its approach to climate.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
Digging Deep Into Soil Education
OPINION: "The worst thing that agriculture does is take land from nature."
Editorial: Happy days return
OPINION: After two long years of hardship, things are looking up for New Zealand red meat farmers.Accept Who You Are
OPINION: There is a lot of truth to this statement I first heard many years ago: 'The energy within is…Editorial: Fuelling Hype
OPINION: For some of us the threat of a fuel crisis is something we have dealt with before and are…Sorting Fact From Fiction Is An Art
OPINION: Information is everywhere. So are misinformation and disinformation.Agribusiness
$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…
Leadership Shake-Up at Alliance Group with Two Key Appointments
Alliance has announced two key appointments within its senior leadership team.Arable Farmers Turn to Precision Tools as Input Costs Surge
With arable farmers heading into the busy planting season, increasing fuel and fertiliser prices, driven by the Iranian conflict, are…Massey Student Wins Prestigious Pāmu Agriculture Scholarship
William John Poole, a third year Agribusiness student at Massey University, has been awarded the Dr Warren Parker and Pāmu Scholarship.Future of NZ Agriculture Takes Centre Stage at E Tipu 2026
The New Zealand Future Food and Fibre Summit, E Tipu 2026, is the place for farmers who want to stay…Management
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.
Study Shows Balanced Phosphorus Use Across New Zealand Farms
New research suggests Aotearoa New Zealand farmers are broadly matching phosphorus fertiliser use to the needs of their soils, helping maintain relatively stable nutrient levels across the country’s agricultural land.
Bout Right: Why Bout Width Accuracy Matters
Every farmer knows the feeling of watching fertiliser go out the back of the spreader, along with the hopes for a productive season that will come off the back of it.
Global First: Fertile Hybrid Grass Could Transform Future Pastures
Scientists from the Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao has achieved a successful cocksfoot-ryegrass cross capable of producing fertile seed, a world-first.
Farm Health
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…
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…Dairy Beef Opportunities Programme Launches to Unlock Calf Value
A $20 million dairy beef programme will help farmers capture greater value from their animals.Wormwise Advice: Managing Resistant Worms After Drench Testing
Ginny Dodunski, Wormwise's programme manager, Beef+Lamb New Zealand, outlines what to do when faecal egg counts indicate that worms are…Body Condition Scoring Ewes Before Mating Can Boost Lambing Rates
Body condition scoring ewes at least six weeks out from mating can make a significant difference to conception rates and…Machinery & Products
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…
John Deere Launches 2027 X9 and S7 Combines with Advanced Harvest Automation
John Deere has announced a range of updates and enhancements to its model year 2027 X9 and S7 combines and header…MS 8S Xtra Raises the Bar for Fuel Efficiency
With the rapid rise of diesel prices since the start of the Iran conflict, farmers and growers are taking fuel…Chinese Tractors Eye Western Europe
Having caused quite a stir at last year’s Agritechnica, Chinese manufacturer Zoomlion is reported to be conducting large-scale field trials…Kuhn Group Sales Dip 9% in 2025 but Orders Signal Recovery
Kuhn Group recorded net sales of NZ$2.27 billion in 2025, finishing around 9% lower than in 2024.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
What A Choice!
OPINION: If you ask this old mutt, the choice at the next election isn't shaping up as a contest of…
Your Call!
OPINION: A mate of yours says we're long overdue for a reckoning on what value farmers really get for the…
» Connect with Rural News
» eNewsletter
Popular Reads
Heinz Wattie’s Plant Closures Set to Hit Canterbury Vegetable Growers Hard
The proposed retrenchment of Heinz Wattied's manufacturing presenced in New Zealand will be a blow to the wallets of more…
State of Emergency Declared in Far North and Whangārei as Severe Weather Worsens
A precautionary State of Emergency was declared for the Far North District at 1.18pm today (Thursday 26 March), for an…
Halter Raises NZ$377M to Expand Virtual Fencing Globally
Halter has unveiled plans for a large-scale expansion of its virtual fencing and animal management system, following a major fundraising…
