New Zealand is so far escaping the unpredictable vagaries of President Donald Trump's trade policies by the skin of its teeth.

The Ministry for Primary Industries' (MP) head of their On-Farm Support Team, Dr John Roche, says the declaration of a drought or adverse event is a recognition that things are tough in a region such as Taranaki.

Rural Communities Minister Mark Patterson says the present weather conditions remain challenging for farmers.

The quick response to the discovery of another fruit fly in Auckland is being praised by fruit and vegetable growers.

Māori-owned milk processor Miraka is looking for a new chief executive following the resignation of Karl Gradon last week.

The red meat sector is watching anxiously as the US embarks on a tariff war with its key trading partners.

The red meat sector is poised for a strong rebound this season, with export receipts forecast to top $10 billion and farm profitability to almost double.

Ballance Agri-Nutrients fertiliser SustaiN – which contains a urease inhibitor that reduces the amount of ammonia released to the air – has now been registered by the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI). It is the first fertiliser in New Zealand to achieve this status.

Listed carpet maker Bremworth says it’s preparing to call a special meeting requested by a group of disgruntled shareholders.

Listed carpet maker Bremworth has been rocked by a call from some shareholders for a board revamp.

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