Not too many dairy industry leaders were keen to publicly comment on the sudden passing of former Fonterra chief executive Theo Spierings.

The complete electrification of horticulture, viticulture and farming is inevitable, says Mike Casey from his Central Otago cherry orchard, which runs on sunshine and sells power back to the grid.

Fonterra is teaming up with wealth app provider Sharesies to make it easier for its farmer shareholders to trade co-op shares among themselves.

At Harry Brenssell's funeral service in Heriot in early December, friend, long-time neighbour and fellow Romney stud breeder Ken Bain spoke of a recent conversation with Harry:

Fonterra is getting a clear message from farmer shareholders - don't burden them with new requirements and costs.

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Wool carpet manufacturer Bremworth says Covid-19 has helped accelerate a trend towards more natural fibres.

Australasian asset management firm Tanarra Capital and wool industry stalwart David Ferrier have lifted their stakes in WoolWorks and signalled a significant investment in the company.

The country's second largest processor believes we are heading for another stable season with regards to milk price.