New UHT plant construction starts
Construction is underway at Fonterra’s new UHT cream plant at Edendale, Southland following a groundbreaking ceremony recently.
Fonterra chairman-elect John Wilson (pictured right) has been re-appointed for another three year term as a director of the co-op.
Another sitting director Nicola Shadbolt has also been re-elected. Former Fonterra Shareholders Council chairman Blue Read is the new director, replacing Colin Armer who resigned after missing out on the chairmanship.
The results will be officially announced at Fonterra's annual meeting in Hamilton today.
Farmers have begun arriving for the meeting at Mystery Creek. Events Centre.
The meeting will farewell Henry van der Heyden who steps down as chairman after 10 years at the helm.
Stay tuned to Rural News website for meeting updates throughout the day.
Beef produced from cattle from New Zealand's dairy sector could provide reductions in greenhouse gas emissions of up to 48, compared to the average for beef cattle, a new study by AgResearch has found.
The Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey found farmers' expectations for their own business operations had also improved, with the net reading on this measure lifting to +37% from +19% previously.
Confidence is flowing back into the farming sector on the back of higher dairy and meat prices, easing interest rates and a more farmer-friendly regulatory environment.
Ham has edged out lamb to become Kiwis’ top choice for their Christmas tables this year.
Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) has announced real estate company Bayleys will be the naming partner for its 2025 conference.
As New Zealand enters the summer months, rural insurer FMG is reminding farmers and growers to take extra care with a new campaign.
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