Amongst the more enjoyable things to see in this world is the enthusiasm and commitment shown by younger members of society to something they believe in.

Shepherds may soon have a new tool to notify them of problems in their flocks.

Independent dairy processor Westland Milk has lifted its forecast milk payout.

Central Otago winegrowers have a new weapon in their campaign to stop the drift of dangerous agri chemicals – a map initiative.

A new technology research institute called Plantech is planned for western Bay of Plenty using the region’s horticulture industry as a testing ground for new technologies and services.

Rural service provider PGG Wrightson, majority owned by Chinese conglomerate Agria, will announce its annual results next week.

Animal health experts are warning that the outbreak of Mycoplasma bovis disease on a large South Canterbury farm could be “a potential game changer”.

Fonterra Shareholders Council chairman Duncan Coull has been re-elected unopposed for another 12-month term.

Many farms are not where they should be in average pasture cover for this time of year.

Two dairy women – “humble and leading from the heart” – are among nominees in the Westpac ‘Women of Influence’ awards scheme.