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Long, slow and painful recovery for cyclone-affected growers

HortNZ chair Barry O’Neil says his organisation is doing everything it can do to help and support affected growers.

Horticulture NZ chair Barry O'Neil says while they welcome the money and support the Government is offering to growers affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and other adverse events, they are delving into the details of the offers.

Crackdown on wild goats

The Department of Conservation (DoC) is increasing wild goat control on public conservation land.

Wild goats, a growing problem for many farmers and landowners, are in the firing line.

Farming advocate calls time

After 30 years advocating for the NZ agriculture sector Gavin Forrest has hung up his boots.

After 30 years of being a highly effective, behind-the-scenes advocate for the ag sector, Gavin Forrest has hung up his boots.

Ballance appoints new boss

Ballance’s new chief executive Kelvin Wickham.

Former Fonterra executive Kelvin Wickham takes over as Ballance Agri-Nutrients chief executive in September.

Low carbon fertiliser now available in NZ

The 2,700 tonnes of urea from Saudi Arabia is key to supporting Ravensdown's commitment to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.

Fertiliser co-operative Ravensdown recently received a delivery of low-carbon urea - a major step to lower its environmental footprint.

Earnings boost for PGW

Rural services company PGG Wrightson says it expects an EBITDA of $60m.

Rural services company PGG Wrightson (PGW) has lifted its 2023 earnings guidance on the back of solid fourth quarter trading.

Building relationships Ag envoy's big focus

NZ’s new special agriculture trade envoy Hamish Marr.

It's all about relationships.

Tough times on farm

Last week, Westpac slashed its forecast milk price by $1.10 to $7.80/kgMS.

Dairy farmers are taking additional work off farm to keep up with rising interest costs and falling milk prices.

Seven-way battle for two Farmland board seats

Seven candidates are vying for two director positions on Farmlands' board.

Voting is underway for rural trader, Farmlands’ director elections.

National wild goat hunting comp launched

Increased hunter efforts could reduce the damage wild goats can cause to native plants.

The New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) in conjunction with the Department of Conservation (DOC) have launched a new National Wild Goat Hunting competition.