April 19, 2024
No more handshake deals with grocery chains
Commerce Commission moves to regularise negotiations between growers and retailers as it flags power imbalance.
April 19, 2024
Southland’s rates heading north
On top of looming rates hikes, Southland’s “one bucket” approach to catchment management is deeply concerning for Federated Farmers.
April 19, 2024
Dealing with drought the focus in Mackenzie Basin
Farmers and ag leaders gather to share strategies for making it through into winter.
April 19, 2024
Proper Crisps sourcing local kūmara again
Local consumers can once again munch away at crisps grown from locally sourced kūmara.
April 19, 2024
Good neighbours make good defences
The many properties just over the fence have meant some opportunities for the Moore family of Nelson, and some challenges.
April 19, 2024
Hot potato as spud crop surges back to life
After a tough year, potatoes the pick of the crop thanks to a good growing season.
April 19, 2024
Christmas on the first weekend in May
Phil Weir is shaking the presents and watching the pond as duck hunting season nears.
April 19, 2024
Fonterra names Anna Palairet COO
Logistics leader has been acting in the position since mid-2023.
April 19, 2024
EPA delays hamstring NZ tech uptake
Independent report highlights slowdown of EPA agrichemicals approval process and its cost to the sector.
April 19, 2024
Food award winners all sweet and sour
From gelato to fermented foods, a wide range was on the podium at the Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards.