Fonterra launches dairy youth programme with Growing Future Farmers
In partnership with Growing Future Farmers (GFF), Fonterra says it is increasing support for young people entering the dairy industry with a new two-year programme.
OPINION: Winston Peters has described the decision to sell its brand to Lactalis and disperse the profit to its farmer shareholders as a 'short sighted sugar hit'.
Winston is a pretty wise old fellow but for the sake of the next generation of dairy farmers and NZ Inc, let's hope he's wrong.
Word from Fonterra is that it is 'unlikely' that Lactalis will walk away from NZ but there are no guarantees, and if that happens, does it matter?
Winston says it does and if he's right, think economic disaster.
Otherwise, take the money and run.
But with electioneering already underway, the lolly scramble for votes a year out is on, as poorly thought-out promises are made.
Political lolly scrambles may appeal to those with a sweet tooth but just remember, economic toothache is painful.
A Mid Canterbury beef farm has unlocked a new market for its products thanks to its unusual beef breed, and an award-winning pie taking the district by storm.
The number of beef straws going into dairy cows is on the increase, according to LIC beef genetics product lead Paul Charteris.
OPINION: Farmers along the east coast of both islands are being urged to start planning for drought as recent nor'west winds have left soil moisture levels depleted.
European growers are playing a key role in ensuring Kiwifruit marketer Zespri has year-round supply of high-quality fruit for consumers.
ANZ's chief executive Antonia Watson says agriculture has proven to be “a shining light” for New Zealand’s economy.
A warning to farmers and topdressing pilots to take extra care as Christmas approaches.

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