With a record $10-plus/kgMS milk price almost locked in for this season, next season isn’t looking too shabby either.

Following several years of pain, farmers and growers are facing a decent upswing in commodity prices, say economists.

The downturn in the farming sector - especially sheep and beef - is having a detrimental impact on the agricultural aviation sector.

Horticulture New Zealand says an outbreak of fruit fly could have significant impacts for the horticulture sector.

Dr Amber Parker was guest speaker at the 2024 Southern Pinot Noir Workshop in Hanmer, sharing insights on potential impacts of climate change on viticulture, along with adaptation opportunities, particularly with regard to Pinot Noir. Amber, who is Lincoln University's Director of the Centre for Viticulture and Oenology, shares some of her learnings.

New Zealand’s horticulture sector is projected to reach a record $8 billion by 30 June 2025.

The Government's latest decision to put the brakes on farms being converted to forestry to enter the emission trading scheme (ETS) has won support from many primary sector groups.

Confidence is flowing back into the farming sector on the back of higher dairy and meat prices, easing interest rates and a more farmer-friendly regulatory environment.

Export revenue for the primary sector is forecast to bounce back in the coming year – but still not back the high levels of 2022/23.

While the New Zealand ute market is dominated by three main players, “disruptors” are never too far away.