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Fonterra Lifts FY26 Earnings Forecast After Strong Q3 Performance
Fonterra has lifted and narrowed its full year forecast earnings range to 60-70 cents per share after a strong quarter, supported…Fonterra Expands Organic Dairy Programme Into South Island
Fonterra has announced it will continue with the planned expansion of its organic business into the South Island.Zion Armstrong Urges Farmers to Support Young People on Farm
New Zealand farmers have been told they all have amazing people on their farms and have been urged to be…National
Todd McClay Warns of Tougher Global Trade Environment for NZ
The stark realities of the world trade that New Zealand is having to face have been revealed by Trade Minister…
NZ and EU Relationship Stronger Than Ever, Says Ambassador
New Zealand and the European Union are closer than ever.Dairy Sector Drives Strong Rural Property Market Activity in NZ
The latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) reveals a mixed rural property market due to…Federated Farmers Push to Cut Costly Vet Drug Waste on Dairy Farms
Animal welfare improvements as well as reduced costs for dairy farmers are at the heart of a new move which…Low Methane Pasture Species Key to Reducing NZ Farm Emissions
Developing pasture species that enable farm animals to produce less biogenic methane and nitrous oxide is a critical tool in…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
Budget 2026 Will 'Uphold Credibility'
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon recently addressed the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs. He spoke about what this week’s Budget…
Choosing the Right Genetics
OPINION: While some international systems reward milk volume and encourage breeding for larger-framed, high-output cows, New Zealand farmers operate under…Understanding New Zealand's Fertiliser Supply Chain
OPINION: For many Kiwi farmers, the nutrients our farmers need simply arrive when they are needed, get applied when conditions…Editorial: A Poor Policy
OPINION: At a time when farmers are advocating for less government spending and no new taxes, the dairy sector is…Utilise Overseas Ag Interns
OPINION: Farmers have been clear: it is getting harder, not easier, to find and keep good people.Agribusiness
FECPAK and Farmlands Partner to Improve Animal Health Diagnostics for Farmers
New Zealand innovation company Techion, best known for its animal diagnostics platform, FECPAK has signed an exclusive strategic partnership with…
Terravest Expands Dairy Services With Dairy Technology Services Acquisition
A New Zealand agritech and dairy services group has big plans as it expands its dairy services footprint across dairy hygiene,…2026 Holstein Friesian Sales Season Sets Australasian Record
The 2026 Holstein Friesian sales season has already delivered outstanding results across New Zealand and Australia - including a new…Dairy Women’s Network Turns Farming Life Into Board Game Experience
Dairy Women's Network (DWN) is bringing New Zealand’s dairy story to the coffee table with a special DWN Monopoly NZ…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…Management
How Mulching Grass Improves Pasture Growth and Soil Health on NZ Farms
Topping grass with a mulcher is one of the simplest yet most effective ways New Zealand farmers can lift pasture…
Dry Period Sets The Platform For New Season
As spring calving cows head into dry-off, the priority shifts to one thing: setting cows up to calve at the…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…Dairy Breeding Shift Delivers Major Gains in Herd Performance
New Zealand dairy farmers are making more informed, strategic breeding decisions, and it’s paying off, according to CRV managing director James…Delaware Holstein Friesian Stud: Three Generations on the Taieri Plains
A bull on a freight plane sounds like the start of a joke, but for Ian Bryant, it is a fond…Farm Health
CowManager Combines Ear Temperature and Behaviour Monitoring
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Taranaki Sharemilkers Use Nedap Collars to Simplify Heat Detection
For Taranaki sharemilkers Elly and Kale Grahame, technology hasn't beeen about overcomplicating their system.Why Bedding Quality Plays a Major Role in Calf Health and Growth
In calf rearing, the smallest details often have the biggest impact. While feed and genetics remain critical, bedding is increasingly recognised…Why Probiotics in Calf Rearing Are Shifting from Treatment to Performance Tool
For decades, probiotics in calf rearing have been treated as a reactive tool – something to reach for when illness strikes.…Are Farmers Setting Cows Up To Go Down Post-Calving?
When a cow goes down after calving, it is easy to blame the calving itself. Milk fever, calving stress, poor…Machinery & Products
CFMOTO Unveils New Gen4 CFORCE C4 And C5 ATVs At Fieldays
Building on its increasing recognition in the New Zealand market, ATV and sideby- side manufacturer CF Moto is moving to…
Ford Vehicles Now Compatible With HVO Renewable Diesel
Continued fluctuations in fuel costs are putting pressure on many businesses, driving a significant spike in interest for electrified options…Abbey Machinery Showcases Advanced Diet Feeders for NZ Dairy Farms
Abbey Machinery will be showcasing its latest diet feeder and slurry management solutions designed to support efficient, highperformance farming systems…Malone Showcases Grassland Machinery at Mystery Creek
Building on an increasing reputation for robust, productive machinery for grassland conservation, Malone has a duo of machines on display at…Pöttinger Launches New Aerosem M Pneumatic Seed Drill
Well known for its innovative seeding solutions, Pöttinger’s new Aerosem M implement-mounted pneumatic seed drill offers a precision metering and…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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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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EPA Welcomes Withdrawal of Glyphosate Appeal After High Court Ruling
The Envrionmental Protection Authority (EPA) has welcomed the deicsion by the Environmental Law Initiative (ELI) to withdraw its appeal of…
Fonterra Announces Interim Leadership Changes Ahead of Richard Allen CEO Transition
Fonterra has announced interim changes to the leadership of its Global Ingredients business.
$120m Tōrea Orchard Development to Produce 116 Million Apples in Mid-Canterbury
A large-scale modern orchard development in coastal Mid-Canterbury is expected to eventually produce 116 million apples a year from 900,000…
