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The cost of living crisis is putting even more pressure on farmers to ensure they are delivering what customers want.
Fonterra chairman Peter McBride claims an uncontested director election this year reflects the calibre of the two board members up for re-election.
Farmers want the Commerce Commission to investigate banks that are beginning to set targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on farms.
Other countries competing against New Zealand in China is being cited as one of the reasons for the pressure our red meat sector is currently facing.
There are no quick fixes and times are going to be tough.
Another season, another record milk payout from Tatua.
Waikato sharemilker Matthew Zonderop says the last eight months have been the toughest in his 15-year dairying career.
New Zealand’s pork sector is calling for a ban on pork imported from countries with African Swine Fever (ASF) until New Zealand has assurance that robust biosecurity protocols are in place in those nations impacted by the disease.
A South Canterbury family’s ongoing support of Meat The Need has seen almost 12,000 meals donated to food banks across the country.
New analysis from the Meat Industry Association (MIA) reveals a New Zealand red meat sector under pressure from global market challenges.
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Federated Farmers forestry spokesperson Toby Williams says that changes to forestry rules announced yesterday will put power back into the hands of local communities.
In a new policy announcement made this morning, the ACT Party says rural regulations will be the first to hit the chopping block if the party is elected.
Farmer-led charity Meat The Need co-founder Wayne Langford has stepped down as general manager.
ASB has launched its new ASB ACCESS programme, designed to accelerate the export growth of established high-potential food and fibre businesses, through access to debt capital alongside advice, connections and expertise.
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