New Zealand is so richly blessed with freshwater that many people do not appreciate its importance to our economy, lifestyle and health, says Environment Minister Nick Smith.

The question many people are asking is, 'which trade deal will it be: the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPPA) or the Regional Economic Partnership (RCEP)?'

Authorities investigating the Havelock North water contamination incident need to follow the science, says Lincoln University professor of soil and environmental science Hong Di.

Fonterra has announced a forecast earnings per share range for the 2017 financial year of 50 to 60 cents.

Despite a strengthening NZ dollar, the varied selection at this week's South Island auction attracted strong support.

The honey bee is causing land values to shoot up in 'manuka-friendly' regions.

Kiwifruit exports rose $105 million (47%) in the year to June 2016 to reach $331 million, Statistics New Zealand says.

Trade Minister Todd McClay has reiterated the Government has sought and received assurances from the Chinese Government that any competition issues would not impact on trade between the two countries.

Reports that China has threatened action against key exports such as dairy and kiwifruit if New Zealand investigated a complaint about Chinese steel imports are "completely overblown".

Meat exporter Alliance Group has dispatched a new range of market-ready retail packs to China.