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.

When you talk to Newlands Whytock about his Holstein Friesian herd, he's like a kid at Christmas. Finally living his dream of owning his own dairy farm, the joy, excitement and gratitude in his voice is unmistakeable.

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones delivered a speech this month at the inaugural Regional Growth Summit where he spoke about the Regional Infrastructure Fund, or RIF. Here's part of his speech...

OPINION: Last year, Federated Farmers wrote to all political parties seeking support for reforming genetically modified technology rules.

National Rural Support Trust chair Neil Bateup is stepping down next month, after seven years in the role.

"We couldn't do this without our team. They are integral to everything." That's the first thing that Te Awamutu farmers Jayson and Stacey Thompson have to say about their team.

Freshwater plan changes are an urgent issue for farmers, says Federated Farmers' "Advocate of the Year," North Canterbury president Karl Dean.

Alliance Group has launched a new $16 million warehouse technology system at its Lorneville plant near Invercargill.

Recognising how nutrition can limit or optimise the productivity of livestock is crucial to the future of the dairy industry, according to SealesWinslow general manager Grant Jackson.

Canterbury milk processor Synlait has settled a long-running dispute over exclusive manufacturing rights and pricing with a cornerstone shareholder, a2 Milk Company.