by Nick Clark, National Manager General Policy The election’s (nearly) over, what next for the economic policy? The 2023 General Election has delivered a change in government, with National and […]
On Farm
New forestry rules long overdue but welcome nonetheless
Changes to forestry rules announced earlier today will put power back into the hands of local communities, Federated Farmers forestry spokesperson Toby Williams says. “These new rules will give local […]
Feds give National Party water storage announcement a ‘big tick’
Today’s announcement from the National Party on water storage is exactly what farmers have been crying out for so we’re giving the policy the big tick of approval, Federated Farmers […]
Economic Week – September 8
by Nick Clark, National Manager General Policy Commodity prices weaken again but exchange rate helps The ANZ World Commodity Price Index fell a further 2.9% in August compared to July. […]
Useful steps made on cyclone recovery but advocacy task is also far from over
By Rhea Dasent, Senior Policy Advisor For many districts, Cyclone Gabrielle is one of those events that conjures up images of flooding and severe damage but they’ve moved on to […]
NZ behind the pace on succession incentives
by Dr Jacqueline Rowarth Succession is no problem for a vibrant business – either the next generation will want to carry on the family enterprise or other people want to […]
North Island weather event loan help deadline looms
Even if you’re not entirely sure you’ll meet qualifying criteria, get your expression of interest (EOI) in before the deadline, Federated Farmers leaders are telling cyclone-hit farmers and growers. The […]
On-Farm Support building MPI’s footprint out on the land
Ronald Regan once said the nine most terrifying words in English language are “I’m from the government and I’m here to help.” John Roche, the Establishment Director for MPI’s On-Farm […]
Toby’s call: One body to wool them all
By Simon Edwards Breaking down the silos in the wool value chain and pulling together as one is essential for the industry to thrive again, Federated Farmers Meat & Wool […]
Tough times ahead for Kiwi dairy farmers
Another drop in Fonterra’s forecast Farmgate Milk Price will be a bitter pill to swallow for farmers who are already under significant pressure, says Federated Farmers Dairy Chair Richard McIntyre. […]
