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Calls for more support for vets, nurses

The event shared the findings from a comprehensive survey of the sector conducted by Boehringer Ingelheim in collaboration with NZVA and NZVNA.

The animal health sector needs to change to keep up with the times, according to the discussion at a breakfast event hosted by Boehringer Ingelheim at the NZ Vet Association and NZ Veterinary Nursing Association conference in Christchurch recently.

Synlait shareholders back $130m Bright Dairy loan

Synlait will fully draw the loan to meet the $130 million payment due to its banks on July 15.

Shareholders of troubled milk processor Synlait have voted overwhelmingly to support a $130 million loan from its biggest shareholder, Bright Dairy of China.

Council told to forget another review, more sausage rolls

For Wairoa farmers, the recent rains affect morale, says Federated Farmers. Photo Credit: HBRC Facebook Page.

Admit that you stuffed up and apologise to the people of Wairoa.

Dairy sector unites to drive genetic gains

A final report supporting improvements in New Zealand's genetic gain system for the national dairy herd is being backed by the sector's leading genetic companies.

Glyphosate decision - ELI assessing whether to appeal

Glyphosate is the active ingredient in weedkillers such as Round Up, widely used by growers and orchardists.

A charitable trust, which unsuccessfully pushed for a review of glyphosate use in the country, says it is disappointed by the decision of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).

Hort's multi-million dollar fix

A new report confirms that apple and pear growers in Hawke’s Bay continue to struggle in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle.

No surprises, the Hawke's Bay horticulture sector needs a huge injection of additional cash - at least $410 million - if it's to recover from where it was before Cyclone Gabrielle struck in 2023.

Milk's more than just protein

Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand (DCANZ) executive director Kimberly Crewther said that while the Our Land and Water National Science Challenge report concerned itself with alternative proteins, the value of dairy as part of a sustainable food system extended beyond protein.

New proteins could impact dairy more than meat

New Zealand's dairy sector is more threatened than our meat producers by the development of new proteins, according to new research funded by the Our Land and Water National Science Challenge.

Historic GM trial bid

The endophyte is only found in the plant tissue and plant seeds.

An historic application has been made by AgResearch to conduct trials that could lead to a ryegrass species that offers better protection from pests.

Call to standardise vegetarian and vegan product labelling

A petition has been launched calling on the government to implement new product labelling legislation.

The New Zealand Vegetarian Society and the Vegan Society of Aotearoa have launched a petition to advocate for clear and standardised labelling for vegetarian and vegan products in New Zealand.