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Organics rise, consumers still vague about it

NZ’s organic sector is now worth $600m a year.

New Zealand's organic exports are now worth $335 million – up 42% on three years ago.

Talking up NZ/EU free trade

EU Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom and NZ Trade Minister David Parker address the media following the beginning of negotiations on a free trade deal between NZ and the EU in Wellington earlier this month. Photo: Alphapix / John Cowpland

A 50% increase in trade, higher wages for New Zealanders and cuts in tariffs to benefit our producers.

Global milk growth stalls, payout set to rise

Global milk supply is stalling and that could mean more money in the pockets of New Zealand dairy farmers.

Is deer milk the next big thing?

Deer milk’s most noticeable feature is its “phenomenal” texture

“I can absolutely see this going global,” says consultant executive chef Geoff Scott, of the deer milk now being pioneered in NZ.

Milking it for deer

Executive chef Geoff Scott with a batch of sorbet desserts made from Pāmu deer milk. Credit: Lance Lawson Photography PH 0274 425 628

If the world is ready for deer milk, New Zealand is ready to supply it.

Nats call for practical policies

National Party leader Simon Bridges and agricultural spokesman Nathan Guy at Fieldays.

National Party leader Simon Bridges says the biggest challenges farmers face are the environment and their right to farm.

Potential risk to NZ’s primary exports

Mike Petersen says the potential US-China trade war poses long term threats for NZ products.

Trading times get challenging

A trade expert has backed up comments by agricultural trade envoy Mike Petersen, who says New Zealand is facing its most challenging time in trade in 30 years.

Smoothie approach to sheep milk

Beyond Massey University’s cheeseboard at Fieldays was the objective of promoting sheep milking.

Increase in shearing costs to hit struggling wool sector

The Shearing Contractors Association is recommending increasing shearing rates by up to 25%.

The shearing industry must move now to stave off the threat of farmers being unable to get their sheep shorn, says Mark Barrowcliffe, president of the NZ Shearing Contractors Association.