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Hort exporters eye Indian market

Onions NZ chief executive James Kuperus.

Exporters need to understand that India should not be seen as just one country to export to, rather a country of many unique states and regions.

Seeka returns to profitability after horror 2023

Kiwifruit trader Seeka says lower costs and higher income in 2024 has boosted earnings.

Kiwifruit and fresh produce handler Seeka will be bouncing back strongly from a big financial loss in 2023.

FAR CEO to step down

Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) chief executive Dr Alison Stewart is stepping down in June this year after seven years in the role.

$10.25/kgMS milk price now in play

ASB now believes New Zealand dairy farmers will get a record $10.25/ kgMS for their milk this season.

A significant rise in Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction last week has prompted one bank to lift its forecast milk price for the season to above Fonterra's mid-point.

Ag aviation in strife

Tony Michelle, executive officer of the NZ Agricultural Aviation Association.

The downturn in the farming sector - especially sheep and beef - is having a detrimental impact on the agricultural aviation sector.

MPI investigation finds 'concerning' instances

MPI is working with wool sector groups to establish an oversight group to support good animal welfare practice and continuous improvement in the industry.

The first phase of a Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) investigation into allegations of mistreatment of sheep connected to shearing practices has been completed.

Fruit fly controls to remain in place

Biosecurity New Zealand commissioner north, Mike Inglis.

According to Biosecurity New Zealand, legal controls on the movement of fruit and vegetables in the South Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe will remain in place until mid-February.

Celebrations at Muller Station

More than 260 people gathered at Muller Station in Marlborough recently to celebrate the 2024 Westpac + OsGro Marlborough Farmer of the Year winner.

Nominations open for RWNZ board election

The usual term for this role is two years, however this particular position is due to re-election at RWNZ’s 2025 AGM.

RWNZ has opened nominations for the position of a North Island board member.

New insights into rural fire risk

Canterbury has a significant number of hedgerows and shelterbelts near rural infrastructure but, despite this, there is limited research on their role in fire risk.

New student research from the University of Canterbury in partnership with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) could improve knowledge surrounding the risk of wildfire.