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US tariffs hit European ag machinery markets
The climate of uncertainty and market fragmentation that currently characterises the global economy suggests that many of the European agricultural…Tributes paid to Jim Bolger
Dignitaries from all walks of life – the governor general, politicians past and present, Maoridom- including the Maori Queen, church…Todd McClay urges farmers to prioritise safety amid storm
Agriculture and Forestry Minister, Todd McClay is encouraging farmers, growers, and foresters not to take unnecessary risks, asking that they…Time for a viable dairy-beef system - RaboResearch
With nearly two million underutilised dairy calves born annually and the beef price outlook strong, New Zealand’s opportunity to build…National
Royal A&P Show Returns to Canterbury: Record livestock entries and renewed prestige
The Royal A&P Show of New Zealand, hosted by the Canterbury A&P Association, is back next month, bigger and better…
Farmers Lead Sustainability Push: Woodchip bioreactor cuts nitrate runoff in Manawatu
Claims that farmers are polluters of waterways and aquifers and 'don't care' still ring out from environmental groups and individuals.…MPI’s Diana Reaich: Building global trade relationships
Relationships are key to opening new trading opportunities and dealing with some of the rules that countries impose that impede…Silver Fern Farms roadshow highlights global demand
The second event in the Silver Fern Farms ‘Pasture to Plate Roadshow’ landed in Feilding last week, headed by chair…JV brings powerful competitive edge - Dawn Meats
Dawn Meats chief executive Niall Browne says their joint venture with Alliance Group will create “a dynamic industry competitor”.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The ACT Party says media reports that global dairy giant Nestle has withdrawn from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance shows why New Zealand needs to rethink its approach to climate.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
Biologicals - too good to be true?
OPINION: Biologicals are being promoted as a natural replacement for ‘chemicals’.
Editorial: Credit where it's due
OPINION: While farmers are busy and diligently doing their best to deal with unwanted gasses, the opponents of farming -…Methane emission target reset
OPINION: For close to eight years now, I have found myself talking about methane quite a lot.Farewell Jim
In a few hundred words it's impossible to adequately describe the outstanding contribution that James Brendan Bolger made to New…The good old days of 'handshake deals'
OPINION: Catch phrases or statements often have a way of sticking with you. Here’s one I heard many years back:…Agribusiness
Agri-Women's Development Trust creating future 'farm CFOs'
Graduates of a newly-updated Agri-Women’s Development Trust (AWDT) course are taking more value than ever from the programme, with some…
Meet the Need: Helping Kiwis put food on the table
Meet the Need, a farmer-led charity, says food insecurity in New Zealand is dire, with one in four children now…2026 Meat Industry Association scholarship applications open
Applications have now opened for the 2026 Meat Industry Association scholarships.Bold taste wins gold medal
Alliance Group's Pure South Handpicked 55 Day Aged Beef has been recognised on the world stage, securing top honours at the…Nichol is new PGW chair
A day after the ouster of PGG Wrightson’s chair and his deputy, the listed rural trader’s board has appointed John…Management
Time for a viable dairy-beef system - RaboResearch
With nearly two million underutilised dairy calves born annually and the beef price outlook strong, New Zealand’s opportunity to build a scalable dairy-beef system is now.
Cyclone Gabrielle lessons from Young Grower of the Year
If there was a silver lining in the tragedy that was Cyclone Gabrielle, for New Zealand Young Grower of the Year, Grace Fulford, it was the tremendous sense of community and seeing first-hand what good leadership looks like.
University of Waikato research reveals 2050 drought threats
New research could help farmers prepare for a future where summer rainfall is increasingly unpredictable and where drought risk is rising, no matter what.
Verdus Energy unveils biomass conversion tech for carbon-negative farming
A New Zealand-based company is redefining the future of sustainable agriculture and waste management through a revolutionary Biomass Conversion Technology (BCT).
Virtual fencing boosts grazing efficiency at Rotorua’s Stokman Angus
Nestled in Waikite Valley in Rotorua, Stokman Angus is one of the first beef farms in New Zealand to try virtual fencing technology.
Farm Health
Turning data into dollars
If growing more feed at home adds up to $428 profit per tonne of dry matter to your bottom line, wouldn’t…
The genetics of body condition scoring
This is the third in a series of articles from Beef + Lamb New Zealand's Informing New Zealand Beef programme.…'One more push' to eliminate FE
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling on farmers from all regions to take part in the final season…TB plan review to focus on possum hot spots
New Zealand is closer to eradicating bovine TB than ever before, but possums remain a threat, says Beef + Lamb…Pamu and LIC to launch Synergizer
The first calves of a new crossbred dairy-beef offering are now on the ground at a Pamu (Landcorp) farm near…Machinery & Products
Case IH's expanded Optum Series shorter, lighter and faster
Currently available in New Zealand in 250, 270, 300 and 400 horsepower options, Case IH’s Optum Series is being readied…
Kubota to start field testing robotic tractor
Kubota has announced plans to start field testing the autonomous hydrogen powered fuel cell tractor it recently unveiled at Expo…New player set to enter SP Mower market
While the Krone Big M has set the standard for many years, sources close to Rural News, with an ear…US tariffs hit European ag machinery markets
The climate of uncertainty and market fragmentation that currently characterises the global economy suggests that many of the European agricultural…Claas unveils next-generation large square baler concept ahead of Agritechnica 2025
Innovation awards at international agricultural events are always on the wishlist of manufacturers.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
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Red faced
OPINION: The Greens have taken the high moral ground on the Palestine issue and been leading political agitators in related…
Cold comfort
One of the most galling aspects of the tariffs whacked on our farm exports to the US is the fact…
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