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$52,500 fine for effluent mismanagement
A Taupiri farming company has been convicted and fined $52,500 in the Hamilton District Court for the unlawful discharge of…New Zealand shows climate gains, but urgent action needed
The Climate Change Commission’s 2025 emissions reduction monitoring report reveals steady progress on the reduction of New Zealand’s climate pollution.State farmer forecasts record results
The Government’s directive for state farmer Landcorp Farming (trading as Pamu) to lifts its performance is yielding results.New chief corporate services officer for Pāmu
State farmer Pāmu has appointed Roz Urbahn as its new chief corporate services officer.National
Greenpeace should lose charitable status - Feds
Federated Farmers is arguing for controversial environmentalist group Greenpeace to be stripped of its charitable status.
Trust Chinese investors - banker
A Chinese business leader says Chinese investors are unfairly viewed as potential security risks in New Zealand.Police urge rural property owners to improve security and prevent theft
New Zealand Police is urging rural property owners to remain vigilant and ensure their property is secure.New Zealand and Malaysia to expand trade in premium halal meat products
New Zealand and Malaysia have agreed to boost trade for high-quality halal meat products.Forestry company fined $112,500 for evironmental breaches near Waihi
Convictions and fines totalling $112,500 have been imposed on a logging company for repeated environmental damage on a farm near…World
UK removes tariffs on US ethanol, alarming farmers
While Donald Trump seems to deliver a new tariff every few days, there seems to be an endless stream of leaders heading to the White House to negotiate reciprocal deals.
Wilmar hands over US$725m ‘court security’ in Indo graft case
Reuters reports that giant food company Wilmar Group has announced it had handed over 11.8 trillion rupiah (US$725 million) to Indonesia's Attorney General's Office as a "security deposit" in relation to a case in court about alleged misconduct in obtaining palm oil export permits.
NSW approves virtual fencing on farms
Farmers in the Australian state of New South Wales will soon be able to use virtual fencing and herding technology to boost farm productivity.
Oz farmers' election wishlist
Australian farmers advocate NFF says this year’s Federal Election will be a defining moment for Australian agriculture.
New export records for Aussie goatmeat
The Australian goatmeat industry set a new record for production and exports last year.
Opinion
Farmer concerns are grounded in reality, not 'no-hope narratives'
OPINION: The 'Save Our Sheep' campaign is built on a foundation of structure, integrity, and evidence from the Federated Farmers…
'We need a heart change'
OPINION: I trust my column today finds all things well at your place. The buoyant schedules we are enjoying at…Editorial: Battle lines drawn
OPINION: Climate change is shaping up to be one of the major issues at next year's general election.The politics of climate change
OPINION: The Financial Times, a major international newspaper, featured New Zealand on its front page at the beginning of June.…Outrage won't pay the bills
OPINION: Across rural conversations, we're heading the same tune: crisis.Agribusiness
State farmer forecasts record results
The Government’s directive for state farmer Landcorp Farming (trading as Pamu) to lifts its performance is yielding results.
New chief corporate services officer for Pāmu
State farmer Pāmu has appointed Roz Urbahn as its new chief corporate services officer.PGG Wrightson buys Nexan Group for $20 million
Rural supply business PGG Wrightson Ltd has bought animal health products manufacturer Nexan Group for $20 million.Felicity Roxburgh appointed Executive Director of New Zealand International Business Forum
The New Zealand International Business Forum (NZIBF) has announced Felicity Roxburgh will take over as its new executive director.Halter raises $165m, company valued at $1.65b
New Zealand tech company Halter has raised $165 million from investors in its latest fundraising round.Management
EPA approves biological controls for noxious weed
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has approved a rust fungus and a flower weevil to control Darwin’s barberry, a spiny invasive shrub.
Te Herenga o Te Rā combines solar power and sheep grazing
One of New Zealand's latest and largest agrivoltaics farm Te Herenga o Te Rā is delivering clean renewable energy while preserving the land's agricultural value for sheep grazing under the modules.
Massey University returns to Fieldays showcasing future-focused agricultural innovation
Massey University is returning to the Fieldays with a future-focused, solution-driven theme, showcasing research that delivers practical advancements in agricultural efficiency, sustainability and longevity.
Otago Regional Council to launch winter flyovers
Otago Regional Council is set to begin its annual winter farm flyovers in the next three weeks.
Woolpress working like a dream
As the maker of the TPW Woolpress celebrates its 50th anniversary, one Christchurch company is singing the praises of the machine, which has been a centrepiece of its operation for most of that time.
Farm Health
Striking it right with set-stock rates
Ewe feed requirements lift markedly in the last month before lambing.
Handling sheep with care
I wrote an article in the May 6th issue of Rural News about how when set-stocking ewes for lambing, they need spreading…B+LNZ supports launch of DAGI to help farmers manage parasites and reduce drench use
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is a funding partner of DAGI (Drench and Grazing Integration), a new digital tool…Beef + Lamb NZ launches survey to understand facial eczema’s social impact
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ), in partnership with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and other sector organisations, has…Vets: trusted but misunderstood, according to survey
Around 97% of New Zealand pet owners value the care provided by their vet teams, but the broader contribution of…Machinery & Products
Case IH launches G500V VariCut grain headers for enhanced combine performance
Case IH has announced new G500V VariCut variable knife grain headers for its Axial-Flow combine harvesters with features aimed at…
Electric Cherries: NZ’s first all-electric orchard leading the way in sustainable horticulture
In the first of two articles focusing on electrification in New Zealand, Leo Argent talks with Mike Casey, operator of the 100%…FAR combine harvester workshops win technology innovation award
A Foundation for Arable Research initiative which took a closer look at the efficiency of a key piece of machinery…Hawke’s Bay farmer uses Auto Weigher to boost cattle performance and efficiency
Hawke's Bay farmer Matthew Barham manages up to 2000 cattle across his 1020-hectare operation, typically a mix of Charolais, Angus…AGCO and TAFE resolve long-running dispute over Massey Ferguson brand rights
The drawn out separation of global giant AGCO and its Indian partner TAFE seems to be ending.Motoring
Ford's new addition
Ford New Zealand has announced the addition of the Everest Tremor as a rugged and capable expansion of its hugely…
Big tick for a big truck
Electric cars and big American trucks can both bring a little anxiety, but for different reasons.RAM hits 20K!
In a market dominated by utes, Ram Trucks Australia has just put the finishing touches on its 20,000th right-hand drive…Fastest, most powerful Ram
RAM distributor Ateco has always made the point that they sell trucks that eat Utes for breakfast.Safari on a Trek to NZ
Exclusive to the New Zealand market and available in limited supply, the Suzuki Jimny Safari adds to an already versatile…» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Arable advocacy?
OPINION: Spare a thought for the arable farmer, squeezed on one side by soft global prices and on the other…
Gaslight much?
OPINION: Labour leader Chris 'Chippy' Hipkins is carrying on the world-class gaslighting of the nation that he and his cohorts…
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Outrage won't pay the bills
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Groundswell is ramping up its 'Quit Paris' campaign with signs going up all over the country.
