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Wine companies have been "very generous" in gifting grape marc to a project working to transform the winemaking byproduct.

New Zealand farmers can already subscribe to satellite-based services assessing their pasture levels; now scientists hope they can take satellite imaging to the next step and unlock information about its nutritional value.

Plant fungal diseases can be devastating for horticulture and agriculture - in the worst cases, wiping out entire crops.

A multi-site study on hill country farms around New Zealand is providing a wealth of information and research findings to help guide farmers around pasture forage decisions.

It's clear the internet has become a fundamental service for New Zealanders, with a Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) paper on connectivity finding a "clear upwards demand" for internet services in NZ - rising by around 40% each year.

Overseas workers on their way to drive machinery and pick fruit could be affected by last week's decision to pause the release of MIQ rooms.

OPINION: The Hound hears that government department MBIE is apparently working on a 'NZ Battery Project' to try and find a solution to dry years when we don't get enough hydropower.

Potato growers aren't giving up their fight against cheaper frozen french fries imports from the European Union.

A South Canterbury dairy farmer has been fined $30,000 for breaching employment entitlements of 24 workers.

A South Canterbury dairy farmer has been fined $30,000 for breaching employment entitlements of 24 workers.