Farmer co-operative Ruralco has slumped to its second straight financial loss.

The turmoil and challenges faced by the kiwifruit industry in the past 30 years were put to one side but not forgotten at a glitzy night for 400 kiwifruit growers and guests in Mt Maunganui recently.

The Government's passing of new freshwater management laws has been welcomed by farmers, but could cause some councils a headache.

Irrigation New Zealand chief executive Vanessa Winning is stepping down after four years in the role.

Apples and pears growers, targeting $2 billion in revenue by 2035, are banking on the support of local and central government.

Farmers are welcoming potential collaboration between the country's two major meat processors.

Rural Contractors NZ have launched a campaign today against the risks of fatigue in their industry.

The popular Surfing for Farmers programme, which gives farmers a well-earned break from life on the farm, starts its eighth season from November 5.

Red meat farmers have hailed the Government for passing the Resource Management Act Amendment Bill.

Disease management agency OSPRI is throwing its support behind the Rural Support Trust.

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