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THE HOUND hears that MPI is in full cry recruiting staff for one of its myriad departments in Wellington.
The advertisement beckons all-comers for “these exciting fast-paced roles”. Not surprisingly, the job description doesn’t stipulate that wannabes need know anything about farming. But, desperate to lure people to the capital, MPI says, “Wellington’s windy reputation ensures the air is always fresh and the aroma of great coffee is not far away”. No mention of the ‘aroma’ of bovine fecal matter in the HR department of MPI.
According to ASB, Fonterra's plan to sell it's Anchor and Mainlands brands could inject $4.5 billion in additional spending into the economy.
New Zealand’s trade with the European Union has jumped $2 billion since a free trade deal entered into force in May last year.
The climate of uncertainty and market fragmentation that currently characterises the global economy suggests that many of the European agricultural machinery manufacturers will be looking for new markets.
Dignitaries from all walks of life – the governor general, politicians past and present, Maoridom- including the Maori Queen, church leaders, the primary sector and family and friends packed Our Lady of Kapiti’s Catholic church in Paraparaumu on Thursday October 23 to pay tribute to former prime Minister, Jim Bolger who died last week.
Agriculture and Forestry Minister, Todd McClay is encouraging farmers, growers, and foresters not to take unnecessary risks, asking that they heed weather warnings today.
With nearly two million underutilised dairy calves born annually and the beef price outlook strong, New Zealand’s opportunity to build a scalable dairy-beef system is now.
