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OPINION: For years, the ironically named Dr Mike Joy has used his position at Victoria University to wage an activist-style…
NZ exporters are among the first to benefit from the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) which took effect at the beginning of the new year.
The profile of horticulture is changing, according to a report by the Horticultural Export Authority (HEA).
An increased focus on exports for New Zealand tomatoes could see the sector double its 2014 value by 2020.
The opportunities for the potato industry lie in a planned series of sustainable developments, says Potatoes NZ chief executive Chris Claridge.
Zespri will this year issue licences for an additional 700ha of SunGold kiwifruit and 50ha of organics.
Apiculture NZ is urging commercial beekeepers to vote for a commodity levy, with voting papers going out this month.
Summer has seen a good start to farm sales, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ)
Here's our 2018 car of the year.
The Yamaha Wolverine X2-R spec looks to offer great work prospects plus performance — so you can have a little fun.
The red meat sector is welcoming an agreement reached in London on post-Brexit regulation.
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Sales of tractors and farm machinery hit a new record in 2018 and there are no signs of a slow down.
Australia has launched its Australian Lamb summer campaign and the target is New Zealand.
Farmers are well-placed to survive any potential financial uncertainty from major setbacks such as global warming, a new Lincoln University research has found.
Ten sheep breeders have formed WormFEC Gold to show farmers that breeding for parasite-resistant genetics will strengthen flocks and save time and money onfarm.
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