April 24, 2024
Southeast Asia full of potential for NZ exporters
The demographics alone make this a market well worth the effort, says Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell.
April 23, 2024
Zespri could face $12m bill for mice infestation on cargo ship
Possibility that season’s first shipment of SunGold to Europe will have to be written off after shipboard mouse infestation.
April 23, 2024
Bale grazing saves winter soils
Any sized mob of cattle and age class can be put on bales, and fed on three-day breaks – it gets you and your farm on the regenerative agriculture track, too.
April 23, 2024
Major gaps in emergency response flagged
Government inquiry says Gabrielle and other events showed crisis response is not fit for purpose.
April 23, 2024
Award-winning gelato company makes move to reduce food waste
Growing demand for artisanal gelato will see one of NZ’s largest manufacturers expand into retail – a move which will also see perishable fruit and vege diverted from landfills.
April 23, 2024
Shipping challenges pile on export costs
Ripple effects of distant tensions and bridge collapses offset to some extent by new freight hub at Ruakura.
April 23, 2024
You couldn’t be more wrong about wetlands
A lesson for Alan Emerson in a land practice that is useful, beautiful and good.
April 23, 2024
Atmospheric river couldn’t dampen Whataroa calf sale
After a week’s delay, day finds stock in magnificent form.
April 23, 2024
Ag cheers as govt takes scalpel to RMA
Bill proposes to repeal winter grazing and stock exclusion regulations.
April 23, 2024
Keep a sharp eye out for needle grass
Pest plant would have a hugely negative impact on farms, Horizons warns.