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 May.
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Specialist horticulture and viticulture weather forecasters Metris says the incoming Cyclone Vaianu is likely to impact growers across the country.
Otago Mates Complete Epic Source-to-Sea Journey of Waiau Toa Clarence River
A group of old Otago uni mates with a love of South Island back-country have gone the lengths of Waiau Toa Clarence from source to sea. Tim Fulton, who joined the group in the final fun to the river mouth, tells their story.
NEXAT Sets World Record with High-Speed Soybean Harvest in Brazil
Operating with a completely different format from conventional tractors and combine harvesters, the NEXAT prime mover combines all steps of crop production in one modular carrier vehicle, from tillage, through seeding to harvesting.
Kiwifruit Growers Wait Nervously As Storm Approaches
Reports of severe weather forecast to move over the vast majority of New Zealand’s kiwifruit orchards this weekend will be very concerning for a significant number of growers.
Seeka Reports Strong Start to Kiwifruit Harvest Despite Red Fruit Challenges
Seeka chief executive Michael Franks says while it's still early days in terms of the kiwifruit harvest, things are looking pretty good.
National
New Zealand and Ireland Extend $34.5m Climate Research Partnership for Agriculture
Ireland and NZ have concluded a deal to extend a joint research programme on climate change.
Lian Butcher Appointed Chief Executive of Environmental Protection Authority
Lian Butcher has been appointed as the next Chief Executive of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).
Seeka Responds to Fuel Price Surge with Adjustment Strategy Amid Middle East Crisis
Our job is not to panic but to professionally manage our way through this predicament.
Fonterra Settles Greenpeace Claim Over Anchor Butter Labelling
A day after selling its consumer businesses, Fonterra has settled a civil claim, filed by Greenpeace, out of court.
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.
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The ACT Party says media reports that global dairy giant Nestle has withdrawn from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance shows…NZ–Canada dairy trade dispute resolved
The long running trade dispute between NZ and Canada appears to be over.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…Opinion
Digging Deep Into Soil Education
OPINION: "The worst thing that agriculture does is take land from nature."
Editorial: Happy days return
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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…Agribusiness
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…
Safer Farms Launches Phase Two of Safer Rides Programme
Farmers are being offered help to protect themselves and their people while using quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles on farm.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…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.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…Management
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 memory of days gone by.
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 ryegrass bred to jump out of the ground even faster than its popular predecessor.
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 May.
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 the war against worms.
Setting Up Calves For A Lifetime of Productivity
Research data and practical experience, from New Zealand and around the world, has shown that youngstock rearers can positively influence lifetime productivity of calves, kids and lambs, simply by feeding them well in the first eight weeks of their lives.
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 surviving your drench.
Machinery & Products
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 equipment.
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 consumption seriously as their bottom line is being eroded.
Valtra Launches Unlimited G5 CVT Packages
Part of the AGCO stable, Valtra is reinforcing its customisation strategy in the utility tractor segment with the launch of Unlimited G5 CVT packages.
NZ Startup Scanabull Revolutionises Cattle Weighing
Unlike dairy farming where real-time data is widely used to manage production, much of the beef industry still relies on estimation when assessing livestock weight.
Irish Minister Visits NZ Farm Showcasing Calf Tech
Irish Minister of State of Agriculture, Noel Grealish was in New Zealand recently for an official visit.
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…Jimny goes 5-door
Fifty years ago, Suzuki was a pioneer in developing a small Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with fourwheel drive capability and…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…» 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…
Milking It
Next CEO
OPINION: Who will replace Miles Hurrell as Fonterra's next CEO?
Fuel Crisis
OPINION: Governments all over the world are dealing with the fuel crisis.
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