The number of dairy farms coming on the market is seen as a sign of confidence returning to the industry.

Fencing waterways is proven as effective in combating the risk of contamination in waterways.

Fonterra has lowered its forecast milk collection for the 2017-18 season.

Three years ago fruit and vegetable trader T&G told Pukekohe growers about a potato with lower carbs and fewer calories, called Lotatoes.

The New Zealand meat industry could be hit by fallout from the tense and divisive Brexit negotiations.

Fonterra directors are in line for a pay increase after a three-year freeze.

The government's chief science advisor warns that some scientists in New Zealand use their scientific standing to make claims well beyond available evidence and their own expertise.

Lamb, sheep and deer prices are likely to remain firm, but cow and bull prices could soften, according to the Alliance Group’s projections for the new season.

Vegetable growers will be taking a hit from lost production this year because of the wet weather, says Horticulture NZ’s chief executive Mike Chapman.

Irrigators say they are looking forward to continuing to develop a constructive and productive working relationship with the new government.