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Feilding’s Agribusiness Growth Driving Manawatū Economy
Manawatu Mayor Michael Ford says the district sees itself as the agribusiness capital of the lower North Island.Beef + Lamb New Zealand to Connect with Farmers at Central Districts Field Days 2026
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is looking forward to connecting with farmers, rural professionals and community members at this…Labour Caucus Portfolios Reshuffled Ahead of 2026 Election
Labour Party Leader Chris Hipkins has announced a reshuffle of the party's caucus portfolios.Rural Resilience Workshops to Help Farmers Prepare for Adverse Events
Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says a series of rural resilienced set to be rolled out next week will help farmers…National
Feilding Prepares for Central Districts Field Days as 27,000 Visitors Expected
The lower North Island township of Feilding is gearing up for its biggest event of the year - the annual…
Jon and Fiona Sherlock Win Supreme Award at Waikato Ballance Farm Environment Awards
Jon and Fiona Sherlock have been named the Waikato Regional Supreme Winners at the Ballance Farm Environment Awards.Farmers Unhappy With New RMA Replacement Bills
Farmers are unhappy with the Government's replacement legislation for the Resource Management Act (RMA).Rural Contractors to Support New Farm Plastics Scheme
Rural contractors will be able to play a role in the revamped agricultural plastic recycling scheme with new regulations due…Farm Workers Set to Access KiwiSaver for First Homes
Farm workers living in accommodation provided by their employers are now set to be able to access their KiwiSaver funds…World
Nestle reportedly withdraws from methane accord
The ACT Party says media reports that global dairy giant Nestle has withdrawn from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance shows why New Zealand needs to rethink its approach to climate.
NZ–Canada dairy trade dispute resolved
The long running trade dispute between NZ and Canada appears to be over.
UK removes tariffs on US ethanol, alarming farmers
While Donald Trump seems to deliver a new tariff every few days, there seems to be an endless stream of leaders heading to the White House to negotiate reciprocal deals.
Wilmar hands over US$725m ‘court security’ in Indo graft case
Reuters reports that giant food company Wilmar Group has announced it had handed over 11.8 trillion rupiah (US$725 million) to Indonesia's Attorney General's Office as a "security deposit" in relation to a case in court about alleged misconduct in obtaining palm oil export permits.
NSW approves virtual fencing on farms
Farmers in the Australian state of New South Wales will soon be able to use virtual fencing and herding technology to boost farm productivity.
Opinion
Editorial: KiwiSaver Changes Bring Joy
OPINION: Getting a foot on the property ladder is becoming easier for young farmers.
Saluting 'The Man in the Arena'
OPINION: As I was putting the final touches on my column for last month, the hottest ‘breaking news’ was the…So, what to do with this succession malarky?
OPINION: She's a bit damp on the East Coast. Hughie can't stop the rain, and the high temps in between…Editorial: A Win-Win For All
OPINION: A bumper season all around.Sewage spill stinks of double standards
OPINION: This month Wellington’s Moa Point wastewater treatment plant failed catastrophically, sending an estimated 70 million litres of untreated sewage…Agribusiness
Finalists Revealed for 2026 Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards
The finalists have been announced for the 2026 Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards, with 24 finalists across eight categories.
NZ Rural Land Company Lifts Annual Profit in 2025
New Zealand Rural Land Company (NZL) has lifted its annual profit on the back of being a "disciplined, yield-focused land…Pāmu Appoints Dave Nuku as Associate Director
State farmer Pāmu (Landcorp) has announced Dave Nuku is its new Associate Director, joining the board as an observer from 1…Farmlands Co-operative Appoints Rachel Aldikacti as Chief Sales Officer
Farmlands Co-operative has announced Rachel Aldikacti will be its new chief sales officer.Farmlands Posts Strong 2025 Half-Year Growth
Rural retailer Farmlands has released it's latest round of half-year results, labeling it as evidence that its five-year strategy is…Management
Beef + Lamb New Zealand to Connect with Farmers at Central Districts Field Days 2026
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is looking forward to connecting with farmers, rural professionals and community members at this year's Central District Field Days.
Waikato Dairy Farmer Targets Peak Pasture Performance with Proven Proprietary Cultivars
Modern proprietary cultivars backed by independent data are the strong preferenced for Waikato dairy farmer Mike McGehan when he needs reliable and targeted pasture performance.
Massey University and UCD Strengthen Agricultural Research and Teaching Collaboration
Expect greater collaboration between Massey University’s school of Agriculture and Environment and Ireland’s leading agriculture university, the University College of Dublin (UCD), in the future.
Breeding Ewe Hoggets: Key tips for maximising lamb survival and farm profitability
With lamb prices at record highs, many farmers are considering breeding their ewe hoggets for the first time.
Come and chat to the DairyNZ team
DairyNZ's team is looking forward to catching up with Southland and Otago dairy farmers at the Southern Field Days in Waimumu near Gore next month.
Farm Health
Rain Boosts Pasture Growth but Triggers Flystrike and Facial Eczema Risks
Recent rainfall has made for a fantastic growing season in many regions, but farmers are also reporting a proliferation in…
Non-Grass Forage Crops for Finishing Lambs: Nutrition, Growth and Parasite Management
Wormwise vet and farmer Mary Bowron draws on her experience to outline the critical steps required to effectively manage worms…Recycled gloves – a better option for vets, farmers
New Zealand's animal health industry has a new tool addressing a long-standing sustainability issue.Beef Progeny Test strengthens NZ beef genetics
Mating wrapped up last month at the across-breed Beef Progeny Test on Pāmu’s Kepler Farm in Manapouri.Massey University Wiltshire trial draws growing farmer interest
Farmer interest continues to grow as a Massey University research project to determine the benefits or otherwise of the self-shedding…Machinery & Products
Kioti and Naïo Technologies Form Strategic Partnership to Develop New Agricultural Robot
Korean company Kioti reports that its European division and French company Naïo Technologies have formed a strategic partnership to develop…
Pöttinger Marks 25 Years in Seeding with Innovation from VITASEM to TERRASEM
Austrian manufacturer Pöttinger previously focused on grassland equipment then entered the arable sector with its acquisition of “Bayerische Pflugfabrik Landsberg”- the…Carrfields Appointed New Authorised Fendt IDEAL Combine Dealer Across New Zealand
Ashburton based Carrfields has announced its appointment as the new authorised Fendt IDEAL combine harvester dealer across New Zealand with…Fieldays Innovation Awards 2026 Call for Entries Across Primary Sector
The New Zealand National Fieldays Society is calling for entries to the 2026 Fieldays Innovation Awards, with successful applicants showcased during…Claas Jaguar 1000 and Orbis 10500 Win ASABE Innovation Awards
After its flagship 1200 model set a Guiness World Record in forage harvesting, mopping up 4096 tonnes of whole crop…Motoring
Kia Tasman ute launches in NZ
Stepping into the already crowded ute market, it’s important to bring your best game. Kia look to have done just…
Ford's new addition
Ford New Zealand has announced the addition of the Everest Tremor as a rugged and capable expansion of its hugely…Big tick for a big truck
Electric cars and big American trucks can both bring a little anxiety, but for different reasons.RAM hits 20K!
In a market dominated by utes, Ram Trucks Australia has just put the finishing touches on its 20,000th right-hand drive…Fastest, most powerful Ram
RAM distributor Ateco has always made the point that they sell trucks that eat Utes for breakfast.» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Silly Season
OPINION: Election years are usually regarded as the silly season, but a mate of the Hound reckons 2026 is shaping…
Two-Faced System
OPINION: If farmers poured just a few litres of some pollutant into a stream, the Green Party and the wider…
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Hawke's Bay apple grower Taylor Corporation says a standout 2026 season, coming after a few difficult years, is boosting optimism…
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Northland Field Days promise unforgettable 40th anniversary Celebration
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