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South Island Agricultural Field Days gets new admin building

SIAFD chair Andrew Stewart says the new building epitomises the steady development it has put into the Kirwee site.

A brand-spanking new administration building will greet visitors to this year's South Island Agricultural Field Days (SIAFD) at Kirwee.

High commodity prices, farmer optimism bode well for event

South Island Agricultural Field Days chairman for 2025, Andrew Stewart.

The 2025 South Island Agricultural Field Days (SIAFD) chairman, Rangiora farmer Andrew Stewart, is predicting a successful event on the back of good news coming out of the farming sector and with it a greater level of optimism among farmers.

Fruit deliveries crucial to classrooms

The Fruit in Schools programme supplies fresh fruit to over 126,000 students in NZ primary schools.

Now in its 20th year, the Fruit in Schools (FIS) programme is playing an increasingly vital role in supporting children facing hunger.

Sue's secret to boardoom success

A career she never planned - that's how Cantabrian Sue Suckling OBE describes her trajectory as a director.

Why treaty bill is still relevant

OPINION: Last month marked the beginning of the political year, beginning with Waitangi Day.

Hear the voice of farmers

OPINION: As a food-growing nation, few would argue that much of New Zealand's future economy lies in the growth of our food exports, and many would support the goal of doubling their value.

Positive signals but challenges remain

PGG Wrightson chief executive Stephen Guerin says the company has experienced significant highs in the past six months.

PGG Wrightson (PGW) chief executive Stephen Guerin says that while there are positive signals within the market, there are also challenges.

Farm's saviour is rocket science

Rocket Lab uses the farm to launch their rockets. Photo Credit: Alpha Pix

A large Māori farm on the Mahia Peninsula in northern Hawke's Bay has rocket science to thank for improving its viability.

Global wool marketplace to launch

Wools of New Zealand chief executive John McWhirter.

Wools of New Zealand will soon launch the international version of an online global wool marketplace designed to bring farmers and manufacturers closer together.