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Farming through transitions

A webinar about the transition to a more sustainable agricultural model will take place on December 8.

A webinar on transitioning to a more sustainable agricultural model in the face of climate change has been organised on December 8.

Rising costs take the gloss off

Despite a record milk price, rising costs could still slash profit margins for farmers.

A record $9/kgMS milk price is becoming a real prospect – but rising costs will slash profit margins.

Green light for collective bargaining

New Zealand Tegel Growers Association Incorporated have been granted collective bargaining power by the Commerce Commission.

The Commerce Commission has provisionally authorised New Zealand Tegel Growers Association Incorporated (TGA) to collectively negotiate on behalf of its members the terms and conditions of its members’ supply of chicken growing services to Tegel Foods Limited (Tegel).

Meat prices breaking records

Beef and lamb prices are hitting record highs due to growing global demand and lower supply.

Red meat prices are continuing their golden run on the back of tight global supply.

Bovis affected farmers remain sceptical

Ashburton dairy farmer Frank Peters describes the report as “giving themselves a pat on the back”.

Farmers affected by Mycoplasma bovis are cautiously welcoming a report that the eradication programme is approaching a successful conclusion.

Farmers face tough decision

"Robust discussions" are expected when farmers gather early next year to discuss alternatives to the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).

Fonterra takes $880 million hit on Chinese investments

Fonterra Co-operative Council chairman James Barron claims the losses have already been digested by farmers.

Fonterra's balance sheet took an $880 million hit from its ill-fated China Farms and Beingmate investments.

RA research will benefit some regions more than others - report

A new report on regenerative agriculture in New Zealand says it might benefit some regions more than others.

Research on regenerative agriculture in New Zealand might benefit some regions more than others, claims a new report.

Dairy, beef, and lamb exports rise

Dairy, beef and lamb exports rose in October 2021 compared to October 2020.

The monthly value of goods exports in October 2021 rose $552 million (12%) from October 2020, to $5.3 billion, according to Statistics NZ.

Halal certified red meat exports jump

Meat Industry Association chief executive Sirma Karapeeva.

Halal-certified red meat exports increased 13% during the 2020-21 season with most products going to non-Muslim markets, according to an analysis by the Meat Industry Association (MIA).

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Making agrifood systems more resilient to shocks

A new report is warning Governments to prepare for unpredictable shocks that will continue to undermine agrifood systems.

According to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), without proper preparation unpredictable shocks will continue to undermine agrifood systems.

Emissions pricing options for farmers unveiled

Two emissions pricing options for farmers, as alternatives to being included in the Government’s emissions trading scheme (ETS) have been released for discussion.