Pāmu FY26 Report: Profit More Than Doubles to $113m
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.
NEW ZEALAND'S largest rural lender has launched a lending package for farmers wanting to invest in improving the environmental sustainability and productivity of their farms.
ANZ Bank's Farm Development Package includes a low-interest loan of 4% per annum for fulfilling compliance on effluent management, water quality management and water and energy conservation.
"Fast-growing markets in Asia are producing enormous opportunities for New Zealand farmers. But increasing agriculture production is creating complex challenges on how to manage environmental stresses – in particular the impact of dairy farming on water quality," says Graham Turley, ANZ managing director commercial and agri.
"If our farming sector is to realise the opportunities available, it must mitigate the effects of growth on the environment. An increasing number of dairy farmers are adopting new technologies to increase production and reduce their environmental footprint.
"This package makes it easier for farmers to comply with environmental regulation, and achieve sustainable production."
The package also contains a loan for farmers considering developments that will improve their productivity such as farm conversion, feed systems, milking technology, stock housing and irrigation.
The third part of the package is a UDC Equipment Lending Facility that uses existing farm assets as security to fund farm development initiatives.
The recent ANZ privately Owned Business Barometer found that 68% of farmers were looking to increase farm production to improve their financial position, and 23% were looking to invest in farm infrastructure.
"We're seeing more farmers wanting to invest in improving water security, environmental compliance, infrastructure, and land use change such as cow housing and standoff facilities," Turley said.
"The Farm Development Package caters for any agricultural or horticultural development seeking to invest in systems to increase productivity and profit as well as reduce the impact on the environment."
National’s pledge to introduce 19 new national standards shows the party is serious about getting Wellington out of farming, Federated Farmers says.
The National Party’s policies to make it easier to grow fresh vegetables, secure reliable water and energy and simplify farm planning are practical changes that will give growers the confidence to invest, according to Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ).
Fonterra Co-operative Group chief financial officer Andrew Murray has resigned to take up a role outside the dairy giant.
A major move is about to get underway to improve the quality and viability of dairy beef and cattle in NZ.
Veterinarians say changes to the code of welfare for dairy cattle provides a positive foundation for improved cattle welfare across the country.
Today, 15 October, is the International Day of Rural Women, which recognises rural women’s contribution to farming, communities and the environment.

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