'A complete dog
OPINION: It's not just a rural banking inquiry that farmers want. Freshwater farm plans are another major headache for farmers.
Trade Minister Todd McClay has reiterated the Government has sought and received assurances from the Chinese Government that any competition issues would not impact on trade between the two countries.
Reports that China has threatened action against key exports such as dairy and kiwifruit if New Zealand investigated a complaint about Chinese steel imports are "completely overblown".
Silver Fern Farms and Shanghai Maling say they are contining to work towards completion of the $261m investment and partnership.
Fonterra company Tip Top is to trial online sales of New Zealand-made ice cream in China – the world's biggest ice cream market.
New Zealand agricultural companies were able to pitch their products and services directly to potential China partners in Auckland last week.
Entrepreneur Diane Foreman says she does not oppose the selling of dairy farms to Chinese buyers, provided the money is reinvested back into NZ business.
OPINION: It's not just a rural banking inquiry that farmers want. Freshwater farm plans are another major headache for farmers.
OPINION: The new Government may be farmer friendly, but it's not love, rather action that farmers want.