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An analysis by two Christchurch economists has underlined the value of the farming sector to the country during the Level 4 COVID-19 lockdown.

Amidst the coronavirus upheaval, one thing is certain – agriculture will see our economy through.

Statistics released today offer some insight into how COVID-19 is affecting New Zealand’s primary exports.

Covid-19 is forecast to strip more than $1.3 billion dollars off New Zealand’s primary exports in the coming year, including $390 million off dairy exports.

The UK has recorded its first trade surplus for dairy.

Export prices for meat achieved their highest-ever level in the December 2019 quarter, Stats NZ said today.

Export lamb and beef prices reached new highs in the September 2019 quarter, while forestry products fell sharply.

Horticulture's export revenue growth is likely to be about 10% in the current financial year – not the 3.8% forecast by the Ministry for Primary Industries.

Back in 2004 when Chris Yorke sent out his first New Zealand Winegrower press release, New Zealand wine had reached $300 million worth of exports. His final press release before leaving NZW, announced our wine exports had reached $1.8 billion.

US dairy exporters keep finding new markets for cheese and dairy ingredients despite facing trade tensions.