Spring has sprung according to the new season's asparagus shoots growing in my garden, although the first few days of spring have been wet and miserable.

In May this year, growers and wineries expressed their strong support for NZ Winegrowers Board proposal to reform the structure and governance of your industry bodies.

Recently I received a book written by Michael and Judith Bassett, that outlines the history of the Babich family's 100 years within the New Zealand wine industry.

Recently I received a book written by Michael and Judith Bassett, that outlines the history of the Babich family's 100 years within the New Zealand wine industry.

Eight Fonterra Shareholders Council members have been returned unopposed for another three-year term.

A celebration of environmental excellence will be held for the first time in Northland next year.

Fonterra farmers are disappointed with the final payout of $4.65/kgMS for last season.

New Zealand wines have notched up a record number of top awards at the prestigious UK-based International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC).

A course teaching farmers the basics of computing has attracted investment from the red meat sector.

West Otago farmers Richard and Kerry France waited close to eight years to enter the Ballance Farm Environment Awards (BFEA), finally giving it a go last year.