Marlborough-based agritech company Smart Machines has reached a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionise vineyard management.

The import and quarantine of future proofed varieties represents the next generation of grapevine genetics in New Zealand, says Riversun Nurseries Managing Director Geoff Thorpe.

Transforming canopy management systems to maximise sunlight could increase vineyard profitability without compromising wine quality, says researchers.

When Malcolm McBride lays a net under a Wairau Valley totara, or gathers kōwhai seed pods straight from the tree, he's combining two of his passions.

Hauraki Coromandel farmer Keith Trembath was recently awarded the title of Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) in recognition of his contributions to public service, agriculture, and education.

An ambitious large-scale planting project in the Wairau Valley aims to return farmland to indigenous forest and create a biodiversity hotspot that doubles as a carbon pool.

Construction is underway at Fonterra’s new UHT cream plant at Edendale, Southland following a groundbreaking ceremony recently.

The Brandt Hastings team, joined by Rudolph the Red-Nose Rein ‘Deere’, spread holiday cheer this week at the Hawke’s Bay Hospital children’s ward.

Danielle Hovmand has been announced as the 2024 recipient of the New Zealand Young Farmers (NZYF) Contiki Local Legend Award.

Japanese agricultural equipment maker Kubota will have its stamp on the home jersey for the Hurricanes.