While volatility in business is to be expected, many of New Zealand's primary producers have experienced a bumpy ride in recent years.

The shift to LED work lamps in recent times reflects their performance and benefits such as low current draw and a greater resistance to shock and vibration, giving a longer product life.

Jeep is celebrating 75 years of 4x4, military history and outdoor adventure in 2016 and to mark the event, Jeep New Zealand has launched commemorative versions of the Wrangler, Cherokee and Grand Cherokee.

As the countdown to Pinot Noir 2017 continues, NZWinegrower will be looking at the regions taking part in the celebration.

The more varied offering at this weeks' South Island auction saw targeted buying with better demand for the longer wools.

UTV's have become the Swiss Army knife to a farmer for carrying out a multitude of tasks around a property, and the Mule manufactured by Kawasaki has become the generic term for this type of vehicle.

New milk cooling regulations applying from June 1, 2018 mean the countdown is on to ensure systems are up to speed.

If information is power, any technology giving farmers a real-time insight into an animal's physiology must be worth a closer look.

MPI is taking the fight against velvetleaf to individuals in the provinces with a series of farmer support meetings starting in the South Island next week.

The Brits have never been known for their wine. Not least, their bubbles.