Much on the line for Alliance
Its future as a co-op depends on the farmer-shareholder response to new capital-raising initiatives, says chair.
McClay jets off, intent on bridging Gulf
Full raft of meetings for trade minister, including ongoing moves to formalise trade relations in Persian Gulf.
High care and high efficiency worthy of recognition
A finalist in this year’s Ahuwhenua Trophy for excellence in Māori dairying has been on the podium before – as a beef farm.
Campaign for Wool reaches for the stars with new ambassador
Sir Sam Neill signs on to campaign for New Zealand strong wool.
Forestry recruitment also impacted by visa changes
Forestry industry joins clamour for government to rethink its rethink on employment rules.
Cultural approach spells doom for pests
Management method that enhances populations of beneficial species or disrupts populations of pest species outlined in seminar.
Forestry recruitment also impacted by visa changes
Forestry industry joins clamour for government to rethink its rethink on employment rules.
‘Near-perfect’ Manawatū dairy farm up for sale
Among other claims to fame, ‘true legacy offering’ was Sam Whitelock’s childhood home.
Exporters’ green credentials in spotlight
NZ’s competitive advantage relies on being up to date with global reporting standards, report says.
McIvor quits as head of Beef + Lamb NZ
CEO has worked half his life at livestock and meat industry bodies.
Much on the line for Alliance
Its future as a co-op depends on the farmer-shareholder response to new capital-raising initiatives, says chair.
ANALYSIS: Box clever to stay in the dairy fight
The nature of the global dairy market at the moment requires producers to keep a close eye on developments and react accordingly.
Farm pay stays competitive in tough times
Federated Farmers says the survey underlines why jobs in agriculture are not only satisfying but offer a clear career pathway.
Alliance turns to farmer-shareholders to bolster finances
Co-op adjusts shareholding requirements to process stock.
High care and high efficiency worthy of recognition
A finalist in this year’s Ahuwhenua Trophy for excellence in Māori dairying has been on the podium before – as a beef farm.
Weighing the pros and cons of mootels
A composting barn, or mootel, has many benefits but farmers need to consider whether it’s the right fit for their operation.
Drought far from broken in top of the south
Rural Support Trust hosts Drought Shout meeting amid dire conditions.
Vision empowers Ahuwhenua finalist
Eastern Bay of Plenty iwi keep people and innovation at the heart of the strategy for their dairy farm.
McClay jets off, intent on bridging Gulf
Full raft of meetings for trade minister, including ongoing moves to formalise trade relations in Persian Gulf.
‘Unworkable’ regs on the carpet at woolshed meeting
Priority is to relieve pressure on farmers, Minister Patterson tells gathering.
Government ends war on farming
Federated Farmers strongly believe winter grazing, stock exclusion and on-farm biodiversity can be better managed through the upcoming roll-out of farm plans.
Ag cheers as govt takes scalpel to RMA
Bill proposes to repeal winter grazing and stock exclusion regulations.
Cultural approach spells doom for pests
Management method that enhances populations of beneficial species or disrupts populations of pest species outlined in seminar.
Another disrupter comes down the pike
New report unpacks future scenarios for land use in New Zealand.
One giant LEAP for robo meatworks
Almost two decades after work began on it, a new automated primal lamb cutting system has been installed at Silver Fern Farms’ Finegand plant. Neal Wallace reports.
EPA delays hamstring NZ tech uptake
Independent report highlights slowdown of EPA agrichemicals approval process and its cost to the sector.
Campaign for Wool reaches for the stars with new ambassador
Sir Sam Neill signs on to campaign for New Zealand strong wool.
Nominees selected for Responsible Dairying Award
Fonterra Responsible Dairying Award showcases what the New Zealand dairy industry is achieving.
Members wanted for Waste Advisory Board
Nominations sought for people to advise environment minister on minimising waste.
Lolly cake and resolve keep Sutton on track
Ultra marathoner raises $20,000 for Farmstrong before nerve pain ends epic run.
Road to hell paved with good intentions
Many cautionary tales suggest politicians should tread warily when introducing measures that attempt to force change on the public too fast, writes Allan Barber.
Shepherding a sector back to health
The sheep industry is in trouble – but ideas abound on how to turn things around, says Neal Wallace.
Farm forestry options in a world of imponderables
In a sector that has been knocked about by rule changes in the past few years, Keith Woodford plots the way ahead.
Spin a new wool yarn before it’s too late
Wool needs to seize the narrative and get people clamouring to use it, says Alan Emerson.