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Richard Loe catches up with the editor of Dairy News Sudesh Kissun and talks about some of the key stories making headlines in this week’s issue of the publication.
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Fonterra confirms timeline for Lactalis deal and $2-per-share capital return
The sale of Fonterra’s global consumer and related businesses is expected to be completed within two months.Canterbury arable farmers face heavy losses after stormy January wreaks havoc
Canterbury arable farmers are down by tens of millions of dollars after a rollercoaster of wild changeable January weather saw harvests…Northland Field Days promise unforgettable 40th anniversary Celebration
A 40th Anniversary event to remember.Formula goes sour
OPINION: Media reports say global recalls tied to cereulide toxin contamination in milk-based nutrition brands could inflict combined financial losses…Featured
HortNZ Warns RMA Replacement Could Make Food Production Harder
Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) has added its perspective to numerous primary sector voices urging the Government to strengthen its draft legislation to replace the Resource Management Act (RMA).
New Reporting Requirements to Boost Transparency for Water Providers
The Commerce Commission has finalised new information disclosure requirements for local councils and water organisations that deliver water supply and wastewater services.
RMA Reform: B+LNZ Says Draft Legislation Misses Government’s Intent
Beef + Lamb NZ (B+LNZ) is calling for significant changes to the Government’s reforms to the Resource Management Act (RMA).
NZPork Urges Government to Protect Productive Rural Land in Planning Reform
NZPork says the Government needs to strengthen its proposed planning laws to ensure New Zealand's pig farmers can continue to produce pork.
Record Kiwifruit Crop 2025-26: Zespri Forecasts Highest Grower Returns
Good news for kiwifruit growers - a record crop with forecast per hectare returns at record levels for all fruit categories for the 2025-26 season.
National Lamb Day 2026 Celebrates NZ Sheep Farmers and $4B Exports
As guests gathered on what is known as the Speaker's Lawn - a beautifully manicured patch of grass behind the main buildings of Parliament - to mingle and enjoy a lamb chop to celebrate National Lamb Day, the mood was very much upbeat.
National
Global Trade Uncertainty 'Likely To Remain'
Global trade has been thrown into another bout of uncertainty following the overnight ruling by US Supreme Court, striking down…
Northland Field Days patron reflects on event's rain-soaked beginnings
Northland Field Days patron Ross Newlove remembers the inaugural field days he attended 40 years ago.National Lamb Day Returns on February 15
National Lamb Day returns this Sunday, 15 February, with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Inc calling on Kiwis to fire…Free entry for 40-year-olds at Northland Field Days
For forty-year-olds, there's no excuse to miss this year's Northland Field Days.Northland Field Days sound system maestro marks 40 years on the job
When it comes to arranging the sound system at Northland Field Days, no one does it better than Colin Finlayson.Machinery & Products
Carrfields Appointed New Authorised Fendt IDEAL Combine Dealer Across New Zealand
Ashburton based Carrfields has announced its appointment as the new authorised Fendt IDEAL combine harvester dealer across New Zealand with…
Fieldays Innovation Awards 2026 Call for Entries Across Primary Sector
The New Zealand National Fieldays Society is calling for entries to the 2026 Fieldays Innovation Awards, with successful applicants showcased during…Claas Jaguar 1000 and Orbis 10500 Win ASABE Innovation Awards
After its flagship 1200 model set a Guiness World Record in forage harvesting, mopping up 4096 tonnes of whole crop…Bauer Showcases 21,000L Poly Tanker and New Forced Steering Technology
Austrian company Bauer, well known for its effluent and slurry equipment, recently exhibited a 21,000 litre poly-tanker, configured with a…JCB Secures NZ$348m US Marine Corps Contract for Militarised Wheeled Loaders
British industrial and agricultural machinery manufacturer JCB has won a £152 million (NZ$348m) military contract with the US Marine Corps…» Latest Print Issues Online
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Double Standard
OPINION: The proverbial has really hit the fan in Wellington and exposed a glaring example of a double standard in…
'Altered'
OPINION: Dark suited spin doctors exist to, well, spin, and the nice cuddly progressive types at Greenpeace Aotearoa practice this…
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