A special project for a fourth-year student on Massey University's food technology course has led to an amazing career opportunity.

Sir Lockwood Smith, who has had a long career in politics, diplomacy, agricultural science and farming, is the new chair of the Riddet Institute.

Former Fonterra executive Kelvin Wickham takes over as Ballance Agri-Nutrients chief executive in September.

It's all about relationships.

Dairy farmers are taking additional work off farm to keep up with rising interest costs and falling milk prices.

Voting is underway for rural trader, Farmlands’ director elections.

Heifers that reach target weights make the most successful milking cows, so it’s important to invest in their health from the get-go to ensure a healthy, happy, and profitable dairy farm.

Successful calf rearing starts as soon as the calf is born.

An increasing number of Otago and Canterbury dairy farmers are realising the value of DNA testing their calves to help them make better breeding decisions, according to local CRV sales consultant Deborah Adair-Dagg.

For many North Island farmers, the wet weather just keeps on coming.