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OPINION: It seems that the high level of farmer anger over the Government's emissions pricing plan is finally reaching levy-paying bodies.
After taking a diplomatic approach with the Government, DairyNZ is now coming out with more vigour.
On the eve of submissions closing on the Government's proposal to tax agricultural emissions, DairyNZ's chair warned PM Jacinda Ardern that only a fair and reasonable system will be accepted for farmers.
Jim van der Poel says when it comes to emissions pricing, 'no deal is better than a bad deal' and he adds that the Government's emissions pricing proposal threatens the viability of farming businesses and rural communities, and is not acceptable for farmers.
Some farmers will be forgiven for asking if it's too little, too late.
The first major update to the Dairy Cattle Code of Welfare in more than a decade has been released, marking what DairyNZ describes as an important step in ensuring animal welfare standards continue to evolve alongside scientific evidence and on-farm realities.
DairyNZ deputy chair Cameron Henderson has been re-appointed unopposed for another term.
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Waikato milk processor Tatua has again declared a record milk payout to farmer shareholders, leaving other processors in the dust.
A Labour-led Government won’t be bringing back the controversial freshwater rules of 2020.
National’s much-touted free trade deal with India featured in the Rural Issues Debate at Mystery Creek, Hamilton on Wednesday night.
New Zealand's 2026-27 freshwater fishing season has opened, with anglers encouraged to head to rivers and lakes over the coming days as conditions look favourable across much of the country.
Central Otago District Council (CODC) has voted against a plan to spread treated sewage sludge from Cromwell and Alexandra on farmland near Lauder, a decision Federated Farmers says reflects strong opposition from rural residents.
Pāmu has released its FY26 Integrated Annual Report, reporting a Net Operating Profit of $113 million, more than double the $49 million recorded in FY25.
