New Zealand’s red meat exports dropped by almost a fifth in February as global economic conditions deteriorated. New Zealand exported red meat products worth $885 million during February 2023, a […]
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Tairawhiti farm foresters encouraged to address Inquiry
The outgoing President of the Farm Forestry Association, Graham West, says it has been vital for farm foresters to directly address the Ministerial Inquiry into forestry and other land use […]
Economic Week – March 31
Sentiment unchanged Business confidence was unchanged in March, remaining deeply negative. ANZ’s monthly Business Outlook Survey found that a net 43% of respondents expected the economy to worsen over the […]
Organic Products and Production Bill passed
The Government has passed the Organic Products and Production Bill through its third reading today in Parliament helping New Zealand’s organic sector to grow and lift export revenue. “The Organic […]
Kowbucha calf trials showing real promise
Kowbucha™, Fonterra’s methane-busting probiotic solution, could not only be a game changer for our farmers’ push to reduce emissions, but also a global commercial success story for the co-op. Fonterra […]
DairyNZ encouraging Kiwis to join sector
Kiwis are being encouraged to consider joining the dairy sector, with lots of on-farm jobs available now. Through the 2023 GoDairy campaign, DairyNZ is looking to connect Kiwis with […]
Rail line to Hastings reopening a recovery ‘milestone’
Reopening the rail line to Hastings is a significant milestone in Hawke’s Bay’s cyclone recovery and will help move cargo to and from the region’s trade gateway, Napier Port, says […]
Farmers’ Forums to highlight future farming solutions
DairyNZ’s 2023 Farmers’ Forum events will give dairy farmers the opportunity to hear from talented scientists and sector experts about practical science-based solutions and innovation to tackle agricultural challenges.Registrations are […]
More time needed for Land Use inquiry to get it right
With the resignation of Bill Bayfield and now the sacking of Stuart Nash there needs to be an urgent reset of the Ministerial inquiry into land use on the East […]
Spurring action on telecommunications disputes
If you’ve got an unresolved problem with a landline, mobile or internet connection to your farm, or communicating with your service provider is proving difficult, it might be time to […]