Waikato sharemilker Matthew Zonderop says the last eight months have been the toughest in his 15-year dairying career.

Taylor Leabourn, a 28-year-old produce lead, was named the 2023 Young Grower of the Year at a contest in Pukekohe last week.

Fonterra has responded to recent jumps in global dairy prices and lower domestic milk collection by lifting its forecast milk price mid-point by 50c/kgMS.

HorticultureNZ chair Barry O'Neil believes the mood in the sector is more positive than it's been all year.

Tai Nelson was 17 years old when his girlfriend Amber Soljans suggested he get a part-time job at her family wine company in West Auckland.

Five 'Pinot Pioneers' have been recognised for their groundbreaking work in Martinborough, helping transform a rural farming community in today's "dynamic and vibrant vine village".

A Kiwi-designed biodegradable vine clip is hitting the export market, fuelled by demand for more sustainable vineyard practices.

A study of hemp growing between the rows in New Zealand vineyards shows “exciting” results that the hemp beneficially affects soils and wines.

Grapegrowers should learn about Freshwater Farm Plans before the regulations are rolled out next year.

Conversations on the morning of the Hawke’s Bay edition of Grape Days 2023 were about the heavy rain watch in place for Auckland and its potential threat to the Football Ferns’ opening game against Norway.