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Innovation Awards 2026 Winners Showcase Primary Sector Ingenuity
The bright ideas of New Zealand's primary sector have been celebrated with an announcement of the winners of the 2026…Top New Zealand Fencers Showcase Skills at National Fieldays 2026
New Zealand's top fencers were out in force at National Fieldays this month, demonstrating their skills with the ever-reliable number…Paynes Titus Excelsior ET Wins Sire of the Season Award
Paynes Titus Excelsior ET, an LIC bull bred by Brad Payne and Claire Brodie in the Waikato, has won the…Dairy Exports Set to Reach $31 Billion by 2030, MPI Predicts
Dairy continues to be the mainstay of the country's primary export earnings.National
Fonterra's Whareroa Wins Directors Award
Fonterra's Whareroa site took home the prestigious Directors Award at the co-op's 'Oscars of Manufacturing', while Clandeboye led the way…
Massey University Showcases Practical Solutions for Soil Health, Nutrient Retention and Kikuyu Grass Management at Fieldays
How to save soil, living with kikuyu grass and retaining nutrients on farm.Holstein Friesian NZ Youth Auction Raises Over $20,000 to Support Future Dairy Leaders
The 2026 Holstein Friesian NZ Black & White Youth Auction has once again proven the strength of support behind the…DairyNZ: Dairy Sector Must Push Beyond Productivity Plateau
The dairy industry cannot rest on its laurels despite providing one in every four export dollars earned by the country,…Open Country Dairy Expands Butter Production with New Plant
The country's second largest milk processor, Open Country Dairy, is building a butter plant at its Awarua site in Invercargill.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
Marc Gascoigne: Why Farmer Wellbeing Is Critical for Mental Health and Farm Safety
Cambridge dairy farmer Marc Gascoigne was at Fieldays this month talking about his journey after suffering a bout of depression…
Why Ag Co-ops Are Critical
OPINION: New Zealand agriculture has always been built on partnerships.Editorial: Building Resilience
OPINION: The dairy sector has been told that it cannot afford to rest on its laurels.Editorial: Dairy Power
DairyNZ's 20th annual survey results released last week shows that dairy remains New Zealand’s economic powerhouse.Keeping the Farmer Voice Strong Inside the Co-op
OPINION: Farmer confidence can feel a bit distant until a decision made at board level lands right back at the…Agribusiness
Jane Smith: Protecting Ravensdown's Co-operative Future for New Zealand Farmers
For Jane Smith, becoming a Ravensdown director has been a way she can actively contribute to something quite personal to…
Lactalis New Zealand Opens New Christchurch Distribution Centre
Lactalis New Zealand has opened a new distribution centre in Christchurch, marking a significant investment in the company's South Island…Fieldays Forestry Hub Returns In 2026 To Showcase NZ Forestry Innovation
The Fieldays Forestry Hub returns to Fieldays in 2026 for the fifth consecutive year, highlighting the important role forestry and…J Swap Stockfoods Expands South Island Feed Storage Capacity
The stockfood storage capacity of J Swap Stockfoods continues to grow in the South Island with the opening of a…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…Management
Northland Dairy Farmer Boosts Effluent Efficiency
Logan Hewlett is milking 500 cows, split into two herds on 405 hectares of land, up on a farm in…
Efficient Irrigation Improves Pasture Productivity
Increased competition for water means the whole community is looking at how irrigators use water.Good Farming Practices Proven to Reduce Nutrient Losses and Improve Water Quality
Analysis of decades of research has revealed the implementation of good farming practices plays a critical role in reducing nutrient losses…Dairy Farmers Urged to Strengthen Beef Partnerships
Dairy farmers need to be high quality partners to the beef industry, says Prem Maan, the co-founder and executive chairman…Auckland Farm Environment Winners Lead by Example
The bumpy road you travel on teachs you a lot, believes Don Watson. And that’s the message he and wife…Farm Health
Probiotics Before Calving May Improve Cow Health And Fertility
For decades, successful calving has centred on correct mineral supplementation to prevent milk fever, along with teat sealants to minimise calving…
Early Calf Nutrition Linked To Better Growth And Future Milk Production
Giving calves the best possible start to life has been shown to boost growth and resilience.Ospri Urges Farmers To Prepare NAIT Records Before Moving Day
Moving Day (June 1) is just around the corner and farmers who are moving farms with the herd are being…CowManager Combines Ear Temperature and Behaviour Monitoring
No two systems are the same.Taranaki Sharemilkers Use Nedap Collars to Simplify Heat Detection
For Taranaki sharemilkers Elly and Kale Grahame, technology hasn't beeen about overcomplicating their system.Machinery & Products
Fieldays 2026: JAC Launches Electrified T9 PHEV Double Cab Ute
While a late arrival to the booming New Zealand ute market, JAC is already making a name for itself with…
CF Moto Launches New CFlite 230 Dual Farm Motorcycle at Fieldays
Already well known for its extensive range of quads and side-by-sides, CF Moto used National Fieldays to showcase another piece…Valtra Reaches 1000th CVT Transmission Milestone
AGCO’s Valtra brand has announced a production milestone at its Suolahti, Finland, factory with the completion of the 1000th AGCO…John Deere Secures Record 20-Harvester Deal
The old saying is ‘go big or go home’, which appears to be something that German contracting business Kohl Harvest…Quicke Expands Wrapped Bale Handling Range
Already well known as a leading manufacturer of front-end loaders and having developed the first quick detach loader nearly 60…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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Patoa Farms, New Zealand's Largest Pig Farm, Sold to Pork Industry Consortium
Patoa Farms Limited, New Zealand's largest pig farm, has been sold for an undisclosed price.
Massey Ferguson Unveils New Tractors at Fieldays
Long-term exhibitor at Fieldays, AGCO and its Massey Ferguson brand, have several new products on display.
Waikato Farmer Fined $56,000 Over Effluent Discharges
South Waikato farmer David Christensen was convicted and fined $56,000 for two unlawful discharges of dairy effluent following a prosecution taken…
