Cut with care
OPINION: The new government has clearly signalled big cuts across the public service.
The proposed sale of Westland Milk to Chinese company Yili is causing alarm among social media users.
Chinese dairy giant Yili says Westland Milk Co-op suppliers will benefit from a competitive milk payout and greater export opportunities.
Chinese dairy giant Yili will pay $588 million for dairy co-op Westland Milk, it was announced overnight.
West Coast milk processor Westland Milk is supporting an end to open entry provisions the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act (DIRA).
Does the $9.9 million loan to Westland Milk fall within New Zealand’s World Trade Organisation commitments?
As the dairy season starts to peak it’s not only a busy time for farmers, but also those who support them – such as the milk tanker drivers.
OPINION: The new government has clearly signalled big cuts across the public service.
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