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Riddet Institute chair Sir Lockwood Smith says while the NZ economy is based on livestock, there is a need to ensure that we are across all aspects of the future of food.
A recent review, released at the end of last month, suggests change is needed in how regulations that impact animal welfare are made.
The a2 Milk Company (a2C) efforts to return its Southland-based subsidiary Mataura Valley Milk to profitability remains a work in progress.
The scale of beef and sheep land purchased for forestry is higher than first thought, according to a report on land-use change.
PGG Wrightson has recommitted to continuing its support for the IHC Calf & Rural Scheme.
PGG Wrightson (PGW) reported its second- strongest trading performance in recent years – with all its business units, except real estate, making solid contributions.
Fonterra is no longer docking farmer milk cheques for minor milk quality downgrades, within the Fat Evaluation Index (FEI) grading system, until further notice.
South Canterbury farmers are worried about continuing to farm their land, with a local council bringing in rules around the Sites and Areas of Significance to Māori (SASM).
Alliance says China is key to any stability in the lamb market.
World champion New Zealand rugby player and Beef + Lamb Ambassador, Stacey Waaka went up against world-record-holding sheep shearer Sacha Bond in a series of athletic tests last week at Massey University’s Auckland campus.
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Dr Liz Shackleton has been appointed chief executive of Animal and Plant Health New Zealand.
An innovative Canterbury pig farmer and committed industry leader has been recognised for his contribution to New Zealand’s pork sector with an industry Lifetime Achievement Award.
Meat processor and exporter Alliance Group concedes it is facing tough global market conditions with both weaker demand and pricing.
A large New Zealand trade delegation is in India this week - but don't expect any major trade deals.
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