The Commerce Commission is weighing up whether or not it should deregulate the copper network, still used for internet and landline in 80,000 rural premises.

Great news for the kiwifruit sector.

Dr Richard Smart began shining a light on grape growing in the late 1960s, increasingly fascinated by how sunlight interception by vineyards impacted yields and fruit quality.

On the cusp of Pinot Noir New Zealand 2025, to be held in Christchurch Ōtautahi 11-13 February, Emma Jenkins MW reflects on the current state of New Zealand Pinot Noir and where it could and should be heading.

After a fairly typical first half of spring there has been a noticeable change in the weather across much of New Zealand.

Farmers in the Tararua District are meeting to decide whether to throw their weight behind a move to oppose the tolling of the new highway linking the Manawatu and their district.

Farmers in the Tararua District are meeting to decide whether to throw their weight behind a move to oppose the tolling of the new highway linking the Manawatu and their district.

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is expanding a scholarship programme for tertiary students as part of its efforts to boost on-the-ground support for farmers and growers.

Young Winemaker National Final

Federated Farmers dairy chair Richard McIntyre believes farmers won't be too concerned with last week's Global Dairy Trade (GDT) price drop.