Nature has little regard for supply and demand equations, and there were abundant, high-quality crops for many around the country this harves. While the industry grapples with slowing markets, excess supply and uncertainty around trade barriers, Sophie Preece hears that vintage 2025 kicked off with perfect parcels of delicious fruit.

As the second youngest of six kids, and the fourth generation on the land, Rippon's Nick Mills talks of his family's connection to a "ridiculously special place".

The import and quarantine of future proofed varieties represents the next generation of grapevine genetics in New Zealand, says Riversun Nurseries Managing Director Geoff Thorpe.

A recent independent evaluation has revealed that the Fruit and Vegetables in Schools (FIS) initiative continues to be NZ's most popular and effective healthy food programme.

Anne Escalle grew up believing the best moments in life involved a glass of wine.

OPINION: The recent extreme weather events in New Zealand, which included fatalities and significant property damage, including an estimated $1 billion to the agriculture sector alone, should makes us pause and think again of the best way forward for us to make our contribution to the planet’s climate and food needs.

"We need to come together to weave a new legacy."

Two unregistered raw milk operators have been fined for trying to circumvent the rules that regulate the sale and supply of raw milk.

A 44% lift in the grape harvest has provided a sorely needed boost to supply lines, with winery stocks at "rock-bottom levels" after a low yielding 2021.

Labour shortages, rain excesses and Omicron threats challenged several of the country's wine regions during vintage 2022. But with tanks full, demand strong and an "exceptional" late summer enjoyed by many, the harvest appears to have yielded as many good moments as grim.