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Two Major NZ Dairy Deals Completed
Two major acquisitions in the New Zealand dairy sector were completed this week.Precision Farming Expands to Australia with NuPoint Acquisition
Precision Farming says that its expansion into Australia signals rapidly accelerated connectivity for farmers and growers on both sides of the…Meyer Cheese Dominates 2026 NZ Cheese Awards
Winning four of the big categories at the 2026 New Zealand Cheese Awards feels special, says Meyer Cheese general manager…NZ Cheesemakers Urged to Compete but Stay Visible
Local cheesemakers are being urged to embrace competition from imports but also ensure their products are never invisible in the…National
Dairy Farming Career Path Drives Award-Winning Couple
Dairy farming in New Zealand offers career progression and this has motivated 2026 Central Plateau Share Farmers of the Year…
Synlait, Nestlé Expand Eco-Focused Dairy Partnership in NZ
A partnership between Canterbury milk processor Synlait and the world's largest food producer, Nestlé, has been celebrated with a visit to…Synlait Blames “Perfect Storm” for $80m Half-Year Loss
Canterbury milk processor Synlait is blaming what it calls "a perfect storm" of setbacks for a big loss in its…Federated Farmers Calls for Continuity as Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell Steps Down
More of the same please, says Federated Farmers dairy chair Karl Dean when asked about who should succeed Miles Hurrell as…AI-Powered Cow Matchmaking Boosts Herd Performance for Waikato Dairy Farmer
A Waikato farmer who set up a 'tinder' for cows - using artificial intelligence to find the perfect bull for…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.
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 with practical insights, fresh thinking and an expanded network of peers.
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.
India–New Zealand FTA talks continue in Delhi as officials pursue trade breakthrough
This past week has seen another round of negotiations between India and New Zealand to produce a free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries.
Opinion
Rural Parents Blindsided By Bus Route Changes
OPINION: Rural school buses is a topic I have had a great deal of correspondence on over the last couple of…
Synlait is 'Burning Cash, Not Creating Value'
OPINION: Synlait's latest half-year result reveals a serious problem at the heart of the business: its core operations are no longer…Editorial: Well Done, Miles!
OPINION: In 2018, when Fonterra’s board tapped Miles Hurrell to step in as interim chief executive, the co-operative was in…Changing Drains Into Ecosystems
A drain is sometimes considered a negative word associated with depletion, exhaustion and loss of resources.Middle East Tensions Risk Increasing Fertiliser and Diesel Costs for NZ Farmers
OPINION: The joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, and Iran's retaliation against several countries in the region, may further tighten farm…Agribusiness
Fonterra Begins CEO Search Following Miles Hurrell Resignation
Fonterra chief executive Miles Hurrell has resigned after eight years in the role.
DWN Appoints Nicola Bryant as Associate Trustee
Dairy Women's Network (DWN) has announced that Taranaki dairy farmer Nicola Bryant will join its Trust Board as an Associate…Dairy Women’s Network welcomes AgriHealth as new partner
Dairy Women's Network (DWN) is welcoming AgriHealth as a new partner.DairyNZ opens applications for associate director role
DairyNZ is giving New Zealand farmers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on governance and leadership experience within the dairy sector.LIC lifts half-year revenue on strong demand for dairy genetics
Herd improvement company LIC has posted a 5.2% lift in half-year revenue, thanks to increasing demand for genetics.Management
Keep Cows Happy and Well-Fed This Winter
Keeping cows happy and well fed at home this winter just got easier with the launch of a prolific new annual…
Boosting Crop Production by Spreading Effluent
Tararua district farmer Jamie Harris milks around 400 cows using a split calving system on his farm, Crossdale Dairies.Watermetrics highlights smarter water monitoring for farms
Water management is an integral component of sustainable farming practices, according to Watermetrics.Jessica Kilday wins BrightSIDE dairy scholarship
The South Island Dairy Event's BrightSIDE has named Jessica Kilday as the recipient of the BrightSIDE Scholarship, recognising her commitment…SIDE returns with focus on dairy leadership
The South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) returns to Lincoln University next month.Farm Health
Probiotics and Prebiotics Could Help Reduce Somatic Cell Counts in Late Lactation
Somatic cell counts on the rise in late lactation?
DairyNZ Tests Heat Stress Solutions for Dairy Herds
New DairyNZ research will help farmers mitigate the impacts of heat stress on herds in high-risk regions of the country.Bovonic Study Shows $29,547 Seasonal Benefit for NZ Dairy Farmers
Bovonic says a return on investment study has found its automated mastitis detection technology, QuadSense, is delivering financial, labour, and…Free Stall Barn Enables Year-Round Feeding and Milking in Southland
When Ian Smith built a 520-bed free stall barn on his Drummond dairy farm in 2014, it changed the way…Ergot Toxins: Hidden summer threat to cow health
Summer can be a tricky period on farm. Cows approach the summer period milking well, but the summer heat causes…Machinery & Products
AGCO Power Core80 Engine Wins Diesel Engine of the Year
AGCO Power, part of the AGCO corporation, has won Diesel Engine of the Year with its Core80 Engine.
How Bale Wrapping Transformed Forage Storage
Machinery and Products editor Mark Daniel takes a look at the history of bale wrapping.Krone Group Earnings Drop Despite Stable Farm Machinery Sales
While turnover was back slightly at €2.3 billion in 2024/2025 (previous year €2.4 billion), the German Krone Group saw earnings fall…Bobcat Diversifies with Launch of Safety Footwear Line
As the agricultural machinery market shows signs of recovery after a difficult two years, manufacturers are continually looking at new…FAR Urges Maize Growers to Check Crop Maturity Early for Optimal Silage Quality
With the forage maize harvest started in Northland and the Waikato, the Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) is telling growers…Motoring
Jimny goes 5-door
Fifty years ago, Suzuki was a pioneer in developing a small Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with fourwheel drive capability and…
Kiwi fave goes green
A firm favourite of rural families and those seeking to get off the beaten track, Subaru has announced the introduction…LDV electric ute breaks cover
While there seems to be a feeding frenzy for hybrid or electric cars of late, there’s no such madness for…New-look 'Step-Thru'
Remarkably there are still many of the venerable Honda step-throughs operating on rural properties throughout New Zealand.A price saving proposition
A bit like Vegemite, the first impression raised when you encounter a Mahindra Pik Up is love or hate –…» Latest Print Issues Online
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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…
Castle Ridge Station Wins Canterbury Supreme Environmental Award
Castle Ridge Station has been named the Regional Supreme Winner at the Canterbury Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
