When 60 heads of large New Zealand companies recently committed to a transition to a low emissions economy, some environmentalists were wary.

Once farmers have understood the environmental issues, they leaping ahead of regulators and do it anyway, says Federated Farmers president and dairy farmer Katie Milne.

For the second year in a row, Taupo’s Miraka Dairy company has paid at least $3 million in bonuses to suppliers for their good overall performance during the 2016-17 season.

The A2 Milk Co more than doubled its profit to $195.7 million in the year to June 30 – over 116% ahead of the previous financial year.

Quads and light utility vehicles (LUV) get a bad rap because operators’ poor skills and riding judgement cause crashes. Quality training can reduce such incidents.

New Holland Agriculture has updated the TD4F series orchard tractors to meet stage IIIB emissions regulations.

Te Pari Products, well known here and offshore, has since its founding in 1980 by Pete French, been in animal handling gear. 

Many New Zealand grape growers and winemakers are watching the rising global trade tensions with increasing concern.

It is seven years since I took over the reins of NZ Winegrower. During that time the industry has changed dramatically.

Farming practices now piloted by Mid Canterbury dairy farmers Grant and Jan Early could show other New Zealand farmers how they can successfully reduce their environmental impacts.