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Beef + Lamb NZ urges Government to close carbon forestry loopholes amid rising whole-farm sales
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) says the Government needs to close loopholes in the guidance around limits on carbon…Envy apple sales soar in Taiwan amid growing demand for premium fruit
Sales of premium brand Envy apples are booming in Taiwan.Maui Milk partners with major Chinese dairy company to expand sheep milk exports
Sheep milk powder and products exporter Maui Milk is partnering with one of China’s biggest dairy players to boost its…Ngāi Tahu freshwater case could reshape farming and rural communities
Ngai Tahu's legal action seeking self-determination (rangatiratanga) over fresh water could have huge implications for the future of farming, the…National
Taranaki dairy farms saved by $10/kgMS payout
Only this season’s $10/kgMS bumper payout has saved some dairy farms along the Taranaki coast from absolute disaster due to…
Survey reveals high rates of abuse and hardship among contract milkers
A survey of contract milkers in the dairy sector has revealed some shocking statistics - 43% of respondents reported abusive…Strong turnout for game bird season opening
The 2025 game bird season is underway with Hawke’s Bay and Southland reporting the ideal weather conditions for hunters –…Processors, executives fined for exporting adulterated tallow
A group of meat processing companies, directors and managers have been fined a total of $1.6 million for deliberately and…Jo Sheridan is Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year
Waikato farmer, and Owl Farm demonstration manager, Jo Sheridan is the 2025 Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year.World
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.
UK farmers take to the street
On the same day that the protesters against David Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill marched on Parliament in Wellington, on the other side of the world, UK farmers were also marching on London.
Sustainability dominates dairy summit
To Kiwi ears, an international conference that talks about a "just and fair transition" to sustainable dairy sounds like a clarion call for better access to valuable markets. 'Just and fair' means more to the world than opening up borders to big exporters like NZ. Tim Fulton reports.
Opinion
Every man is born original, most men die a copy
OPINION: I read something quite recently which more than just surprised me.
Editorial: Making wool great again
OPINION: Otago farmer and NZ First MP Mark Patterson is humble about the role that he’s played in mandating government…Rock dust or fairy dust?
OPINION: Rock dust is being touted as the new carbon sequestration saviour.Editorial: Getting the RMA overhaul right
OPINION: Making it easier to get things done while protecting the environment - that's the Government's promise when it comes…Farmers want certainty
OPINION: We've been having constructive conversations with the Government recently around climate change and emissions from food production, but now…Agribusiness
Farmlands launches casual clothing range
Rural trader Farmlands has launched an exclusive new casual clothing range across its 42 stores nationwide and online.
Nick Fisher appointed as new chair of farmer-led food charity
Meet the Need, New Zealand’s farmer-led food charity, has named Nick Fisher as its new chair.Cleland named OSPRI chair
Southland farmer and director Tony Cleland has been named OSPRI New Zealand’s new chair.Innovative meat flake idea wins top prize at inaugural Dragon’s Den competition
An innovative idea for transforming mechanically deboned meat (MDM) into a meat flake for seasoning has taken top honours in…Wool pellets to boost gardens
With wool prices steadily declining and shearing costs on the rise, a Waikato couple began looking for a solution for…Management
GNS Science urges action as drought threatens New Zealand's freshwater resilience
With much of the North Island experiencing drought this summer and climate change projected to bring drier and hotter conditions, securing New Zealand’s freshwater resilience is vital, according to state-owned GNS Science.
World-first 'digital eyes' to assess pasture cover
Assessing pasture cover has just been become easier, thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Wool-shedding sheep key to remote farm operation
For Marlborough Sounds farmer Noel Moleta, farming hair sheep that need no shearing is one of the keys to running a low-input, low-intervention operation in a difficult and highly remote location.
East Coast Expo delivers two action-packed days of events
The recent East Coast Farming Expo, held over two days at Wairoa, offered an insight into the current state of agriculture on the east of the North Island, at a time when the locals are remembering the second anniversary of Cyclone Gabrielle.
Herd about the 110% milk solids/liveweight goal?
Methven farmers Earl and Melissa McSweeney are breeders of one of LIC’s best KiwiCross sires, 523092 Plateau Dembe, son of popular 21-code bull Baldricks Spectacular.
Farm Health
Farmers urged not to be complacent about TB
New Zealand's TBfree programme has made great progress in reducing the impact of the disease on livestock herds, but there’s…
New genetic tool for beef farmers
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) has launched a powerful new tool to help commercial beef farmers select the best…Sensors may aid early detection
A Research programme supported by Beef+Lamb NZ is investigating the potential of ‘accelerometer’ sensors for early detection of conditions such…Farmer input needed to combat FE
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling on livestock farmers to take part in a survey measuring the financial…Genetics helping breed the best farm working dogs
Soon farmers and working dog breeders will be able to have a dog that best suits their needs thanks to…Machinery & Products
LDV T60 Max Plus arrives as brand gains momentum with new distributor
While it wouldn’t be unfair to call the LDV T60 “the poor man’s ute”, a change of distributor in 2023…
Waikato’s Ag and Civil Machinery Direct secures sole NZ distribution of Kemper's precision forage gear
Ag and Civil Machinery Direct, a division of Hamilton- based Waikato tractors, has recently been awarded the sole distribution in…Farmer-led group buys Novag
While the name and technology remain unchanged and new machines will continue to carry the Novag name, all the assets,…Farm Without Harm issues safety alert on fertiliser bag handling
Recent rain has offered respite for some from the ongoing drought.Buhler name to go
Shareholders at a special meeting have approved a proposed deal that will see Buhler Industries, the publicly traded Versatile and…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
Make it 1000%!
OPINION: The appendage swinging contest between the US and China continues, with China hitting back with a new rate of…
Own goal
OPINION: The irony of President Trump’s tariff obsession is that the worst damage may be done to his own people.
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'Our leaders are betraying farmers'
OPINION: New Zealand farmers have been sold out, not just by the Government but by our own industry leaders.
Farmlands launches casual clothing range
Rural trader Farmlands has launched an exclusive new casual clothing range across its 42 stores nationwide and online.
Keeping cyber attacks at bay
Fonterra says it takes the ongoing threat of 'adverse cyber action' extremely seriously.
