Weather forecasters are predicting an El Nino weather pattern this season which could be the strongest yet, resulting in a drought similar to the 1972-73, 1982-83 and 1997-98 events.

An ongoing trial of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies in forage brassica crops is showing positive signs, says the insecticide maker DuPont.

A new dairy grazing site near Taupo will be focused on heifers, says the owner, Wairakei Pastoral Ltd.

New Zealand's shift from a pasture-based model to high feed-input dairy farms will come under the microscope in a joint research project.

DeLaval had appointed a new regional head.

The development of 10 to 20 more popular health-orientated products such as Fonterra's Anlene would make New Zealand a rich country again, a 'New New Zealand Forum' in Auckland heard this month.

Fonterra advice on using palm kernel extract (PKE) has caused a stir amongst farmers throughout the country.

As All Blacks coach Steve Hansen would say, a win is a win, albeit an unconvincing one with plenty of room for improvement.

UK farmers are facing a new threat, this time from an opposition MP.

First, the sound of cowbells and yodeling.

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