National’s pledge to introduce 19 new national standards shows the party is serious about getting Wellington out of farming, Federated Farmers says.
With a very strong El Niño increasing the odds of a dry and windy winegrowing season in New Zealand’s eastern regions, the industry should take measures to prepare.
The three-year payback for a 60kWh solar array makes it "a bit of a no-brainer", says The Coterie's Rhyan Wardman.
Today, 15 October, is the International Day of Rural Women, which recognises rural women’s contribution to farming, communities and the environment.
High country stations, mixed sheep and beef farms, Māori-owned farms, corporates and family operations are among the nine commercial farms taking part in the Livestock Innovation Farming Transformation programme, known as LIFT.
The National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (NAWAC) is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to the Code of Welfare for Rodeos.
A New Zealand initiative supporting farmers to restore the health of grazing landscapes has received international backing through the Regenerative Fund for Nature, a global collaborative fund supporting regenerative agriculture and the communities that produce natural fibres for the fashion industry.
Safer Farms is urging farmers to make sure everyone working on farm has safe, suitable footwear for the job.
Kris Godsall was 15 when he became one of the first students of the New Zealand School of Winegrowing at Marlborough Boys' College, channelling a love of chemistry and cooking into plans to become a winemaker.
Global wine commentators are increasingly describing wine tourism as a "strategic growth engine" to help address the challenges facing the global wine sector.
The Government is backing work on a community-led water storage scheme that could irrigate up to 11,000 more hectares of the Poverty Bay flats, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says.
Combine premium New Zealand products, blend in a family ritual and what do you get? A world-class functional drink.
Entries are now open across eleven regions for the 2027 New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards (NZDIA).
Mobile phone coverage and reliability are deteriorating in rural areas, and farming families are bearing the cost, according to a Federated Farmers survey.
HelloFresh New Zealand has launched a limited-edition Country Cookout Box of Southern-inspired meals, arriving as the 2026/27 rodeo season gets underway.
Five New Zealand Winegrowers Fellows were recognised at the New Zealand Wine 2026 Celebration Dinner in late August, with Kevin Judd, Lynnette Hudson, Rex Sunde and Philip Gregan recognised for their tireless contribution to the industry.
As an avid reader with a long career in wine writing and education, Erin Kirschenmann has long known the joy of a good wine with a good book.
Four candidates have been confirmed for two director positions on Fonterra’s board.
Returning to the family dairy farm after playing 20 years of professional rugby around the world is no easy task.
After delivering another record farmgate milk price to 100 supplying farms, independent milk processor Tatua is entering thee new financial year with a positive outlook.
Managing feed by sticking to a firm plan has helped the Southern Dairy Hub (SDH) demonstration farm survive an extremely wet winter, says the farm's acting general manager Greg Delaney.
A record farmgate milk price and strong global demand is laying the foundation for continued growth of organic dairy farming in New Zealand.
Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2027, to be held in Wairau Marlborough from 2-4 February 2027, is "an extraordinary opportunity to demonstrate just how diverse our styles can be", says committee member and Craggy Range winemaker Ben Tombs. "More than the established reputation suggests."
What a day at the 2026 New Zealand Wine Business Forum, Winning in Changing Markets.
» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
'LinkedIn Greens'
OPINION: The same mainstream media muppets that brought you Jacindamania in 2017 have been flat out pimping for the Opportunities…
UK Warning
OPINION: Your old mate reckons the atrocious way farmers in the UK are treated by their lords and masters in…
» eNewsletter
