FOR THE first time in the cooperative’s history, Fonterra could be forced to clawback payout as dairy markets continue to slide.

THE COUNTRY's Second largest dairy processor has set a new record for milk collection.

WORK IS well underway to plan the dairy industry's largest event targeted for the specific needs of women in the business of dairying – the Dairy Womens Network annual conference.

Starting from 1 December 2014, breath alcohol limits for drivers over 20 are set to lower from 400 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath, to 250 micrograms.

One of the most concerning issues facing winery and vineyard owners in New Zealand, is that of succession. How do you go about passing the baton to the next generation, or create an exit strategy that satisfies everyone?

Northern Wairarapa winery owner Alistair Scott was elected into Parliament in September this year and says he wants to grow businesses in the region.

Managers tend to hate the exercise and employees quite often can’t see any benefit (it’s often seen as a one way tool for management use).

Why did you decide to plant grapes and create your own label? That must be the most asked question owners of small wineries face.

The battle against Leafroll virus and mealy bug vectors has been lucky in having one Hawke’s Bay scientist on its side. Mary Shanahan talks to that man – Vaughn Bell from Plant and Food.

Over the past few issues Peter Saunders has looked at the history of the New Zealand wine industry, decade by decade. This month, he takes a closer look at where we currently sit and what the future holds.