New Broom
OPINION: The old saying 'a new broom sweeps clean' doesn't always hold up, if you ask the Hound.
Plant-based proteins pose a threat to the New Zealand dairy industry’s ingredients strategy, says Synlait founder John Penno.
The biggest barrier to youngsters choosing careers in agriculture is parents’ thinking that agriculture is “just a dumping ground.”
Water storage is more important than ever as climate change causes more severe drought forecasts.
Young people wanting a diverse job and good career prospects should look into horticulture.
This year's supreme winner of the NZI Rural Women NZ Business Awards has some advice for those looking for success.
Real pragmatism is needed in Europe to sort out the trade issues on Brexit, says Beef + Lamb NZ chair Andrew Morrison.
Surfboards made of wool are the next front in securing wool’s long-term future for New Zealand’s agricultural sector.
The Commerce Commission is to begin their first market study of the retail fuel market, with the final report due in a year’s time.
New Zealand’s favourite ice cream brand could soon be sold.
The ‘big thing’ in employing farm staff is to invest in them, says Dunsandel farmer Michael Woodward.
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Following the rejection of a school for rural medicine, three universities have another proposal to attract and retain health professionals in rural areas.
The decision to keep the potato mop top virus in New Zealand may be better for the industry.
Two unsuccessful candidates in the recent Fonterra director election will get another chance to join the board.
The red meat sector achieved another record high lambing percentage this spring.
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