A review of Fonterra's Farm Source retail business that could reduce the co-op's face-to-face interaction with farmer shareholders is causing concern.

Outgoing LIC chairman Murray King says the time is right to pass the baton to the next generation.

A prosecution by Waikato Regional Council against a dairy farming operation in Ngaroma, near Ōtorohanga, has resulted in numerous convictions, significant fines and the imposition of an Enforcement Order.

DairyNZ’s annual economic survey shows Kiwi dairy farmers remained profitable in the 2021/22 season despite increases in operating expenses.

Newly elected Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford says he’s certainly feeling the weight of responsibility that comes with the role.

Reduced input costs and nitrogen fertiliser use, along with improved environmental outcomes, are key benefits of a precision agriculture project designed to help farmers meet tough nitrate caps while maintaining their viability.

OPINION: Right now, rural New Zealand needs strong, decisive leadership on climate change matters.

OPINION: It's not regulation that's the major issue for New Zealand's farmers.

Nearly $600 million worth of New Zealand primary sector ingredients were sourced for McDonald's domestic and global use last year.

OPINION: New Zealand's economy recently entered a technical recession but any hopes for a quick bounce-back looks unlikely - especially as the country's all-important primary sector faces tougher times.