The Country'Payout has definitely helped': Rural spending picks up in TaranakiShops in Stratford report locals buying higher-end appliances once more.16 Sep 11:46 PM
The CountryDairy prices ease again in latest GDT auctionCheddar rises but mozzarella plunges in third straight GDT price decline.16 Sep 09:03 PM
The Country'One has to ask when it will end': Tokoroa plywood factory marked for closureMayor says it had been a tough year for the district.16 Sep 05:28 AM
The CountryWhy farmer confidence has reached 'lofty heights'Farmer confidence in agricultural economy rises to second-highest level in a decade.16 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryFood prices lift 5% in August year, Stats NZ data showsBeef mince has risen $3.40 in 12 months, costing $22.53 per kilo in August.15 Sep 11:09 PM
The CountryBay of Plenty tops with bumper kiwifruit season as Auckland shows signs of economic turnaround14 Sep 11:14 PM
HorticultureBumper avocado crop pushes prices down Avocados are selling for as little as 19c in parts of New Zealand.11 Sep 08:19 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter McBride: What Fonterra’s $4.2b sale means for dairy’s futureLactalis has agreed to buy Fonterra’s Consumer brands in a $4.22b deal.11 Sep 05:00 AM
The CountryBoutique cheesemaker in liquidation, creditors face possible shortfallIt's the second dairy company to go into liquidation in as many weeks.11 Sep 03:00 AM
The Country'Nice and close to the fish': King Salmon's new $8m siteChief executive Carl Carrington says the new site would create 70-100 jobs.10 Sep 10:02 PM
The CountryFarm sold to Oz mines company for $25m to be 'offered to New Zealanders first' Santana Minerals agreed to pay $25m for Ardgour Station in early July.10 Sep 10:00 PM
The Country'Skin in the game': Pāmu opens Mahiwi Farm to equity partnershipsPamu unveils new plan to help create pathways to farm ownership for young farmers.09 Sep 10:40 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRiding the wave: Sheep and beef exports surge to new global peaksNZ beef export prices to the US rose from $10.08/kg last year to $11.73/kg in July.08 Sep 05:03 AM
The CountryNZ red meat exports continue to achieve high valuesMeat Industry Association CEO Sirma Karapeeva said the EU was a standout market.07 Sep 10:20 PM
OpinionJed Eden: Making hay while the sun shines - finance tips for farmersOPINION: Making hay while the sun shines. What farmers should consider in a strong season.05 Sep 05:00 PM
Rural businessDairy prices plunge 4.3% in latest auctionGDT auction sees 4.3% price drop; cheddar rises, but powders plunge.02 Sep 09:43 PM
The CountryGreen light for two new solar-to-hydrogen farms in NorthlandTwo new 5MW solar-to-hydrogen farms set for Northland.02 Sep 01:00 AM
The CountryWhat is NZ's role in supporting RSE returnees?'It’s about New Zealand’s capacity to house them appropriately and cost-effectively.'01 Sep 10:04 PM
The Country'Eggs in one basket': Expert's warning on Fonterra's billion-dollar saleProfessor Alan Renwick warns Fonterra risks losing value-added capacity with the sale.01 Sep 03:17 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryOpen Country Dairy signs deal to buy MirakaIt is Open Country's second acquisition recently.01 Sep 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumHorticulture'Changes were inevitable': Zespri puts 135 roles on the lineJob losses tough but leaders express confidence in kiwifruit marketer's direction.31 Aug 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySmall Business: Green, red and frozen gold with Kiwi SorbetBrendan Vercoe talks to Tom Raynel about his small frozen foods business Kiwi Sorbet.31 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryIs lamb making a comeback? Market turns as prices reach $300 a head at saleLivestock manager says higher prices for lambs are starting to be seen around the country.30 Aug 05:00 AM
Dairy'Insatiable' appetite: Lactalis surges ahead with major acquisitionsFonterra's global ranking has slipped and could fall further after the Mainland sale. 29 Aug 04:06 AM
The CountryA significant turnaround in profit for PāmuSignificant turnaround from last year, when the company posted a loss of $26m.28 Aug 10:58 PM
The Country'He is worth everything': Rare Galloway bull for saleFive-year-old Riggit bull Arapuni Pride was judged the champion Galloway of the world.27 Aug 10:03 PM
The Country'Whanganui is a gem': Trade Minister visits WhanganuiTodd McClay said the Whanganui region is a huge contributor to New Zealand's economy.27 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryHorticulture leaders gather to discuss sector's challenges'If there’s one word that sums up the past year in NZ horticulture, it’s resilience.'27 Aug 03:34 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Believe it or not, butter prices are falling - just not for you (yet)Analysis: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news26 Aug 10:15 PM
The Country'Evolving challenges': Zespri announces significant job cutsStaff consultation begins next week, continuing into early October.26 Aug 06:10 PM
The CountryFarmers respond to government's report into banking competition'It does vindicate the concerns that the farming sector has had for quite some time'.25 Aug 10:27 PM
