The CountryWhat does Brexit mean for Fonterra?Fonterra's Head of co-operative affairs in Canterbury discusses the implications of Brexit for the dairy giant and the industry as a whole with The Country Early Edition's Dom George.30 Jun 10:11 PM
The CountryFonterra's Chinese baby stepsAs the dairy co-op tries to sell infant formula to Chinese parents, it's playing catch-up with competitors who got there first.16 Jun 09:03 PM
BDBDThe CountryWorld dairy prices steady overnightDairy product prices have held steady at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction.15 Jun 08:10 PM
DairyFieldays arrives amid some painBig buys at annual agricultural event are likely to be lower on the shopping list for some who are hurting, especially dairy farmers.13 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryDairy prices start new season with liftDairy prices kicked off the new season on a strong note, with gains driving the GDT price index up 3.4 per cent.01 Jun 08:55 PM
DairyFarmers turn backs on abysmal seasonHopes are running high that the first GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction for 2016/17 will show an improvement in dairy prices.30 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFonterra denies Spierings is quittingFonterra's moved quickly to reject Australian media reports that Spierings is preparing to step down.29 May 09:30 PM
The CountryFonterra forecast improvesThe milk price of $4.25 per kg remains well below DairyNZ's $5.25 per kg estimate of breakeven.25 May 08:25 PM
DairyGovt steps in to assist dairy farmersAustralian dairy farmers want the government's help in gaining security around milk prices.20 May 09:32 AM
DairyTeen's petition against dairy firmsIt's not only NZ dairy farmers unhappy about farm gate prices.18 May 04:30 AM
The CountryGlobal dairy prices rise at auctionDairy prices ended the 2015/6 season on a firm note with the GlobalDairyTrade price index rising by 2.6 per cent at this morning's auction.17 May 06:30 PM
The CountryWe're in a dairy 'super downcycle' says bankDairy prices should start improving 'in the medium term'.17 May 01:30 AM
BDBDThe CountryFonterra shareholders vote on changes next monthFonterra's farmer shareholders will vote next month on whether to accept governance changes to trim the board.16 May 10:15 PM
The CountryEarly payout boost for farmersFonterra says part of forecast final dividend will be moved up to ease low-price pain.16 May 05:00 PM
DairyDairy puts cloud over economyHousing debt got all the attention yesterday, but dairy debt remains near the top list of Reserve Bank of the threats to the economy.11 May 05:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryGlobal dairy prices fallDairy prices fell at the Global Dairy Trade auction overnight.03 May 05:22 PM
DairyMilk powder prices jump at auctionDairy prices continued to firm at the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction, with the GDT price index gaining 3.8 per cent driven mostly by a big gain in whole milk powder prices.19 Apr 08:30 PM
The CountryDairy suppliers leaving FonterraFonterra has continued to lose farmers to its competitors, based on latest production data.17 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryFonterra unveils plan to cut board sizeFonterra's first draft of suggested changes to its governance structure recommends the board's size be cut from 13 to 11.13 Apr 11:50 PM
DairyFonterra puts spotlight on board make-upFonterra's first draft of its recommendations on the size and makeup of its board will be made public tomorrow.12 Apr 05:00 PM
DairyUS-based expert bullish on dairyNZX's planned new milk price futures contract can help bring stability to a dairy sector being hit by low returns, says visiting specialist Brian Rice.11 Apr 05:00 PM
BDBDDairyDairy prices rise for second time this year"Pleasant surprise" at global dairy auction.05 Apr 06:20 PM
BDBDDairyCould cash-strapped farmers sell shares?Fonterra could let farmer shareholders sell shares based on annual milk production to reduce debt, analysts say.05 Apr 02:19 AM
DairyNZX poised to announce milk futures contractThe NZX is expected to announce plans for a new milk futures contract tomorrow, which will be aimed at picking up where Fonterra's controversial guaranteed milk price scheme left off.04 Apr 05:00 PM
Dairy1080 fallout harmed more than just FonterraFonterra stole the show during last month's sentencing of 1080 blackmailer Jeremy Kerr.01 Apr 04:00 PM
The CountryFarmers dig in as low price blues roll on'We are grinning and bearing it." That's how Taranaki sharemilker Charlie McCaig describes how he and his wife Jody are faring with a milk price.27 Mar 04:00 PM
DairyThe Economy Hub: Fonterra in a race it can't winFonterra's increased dividend payment isn't enough for most farmers to pay their interest bill, says Jacqueline Rowarth.24 Mar 02:52 AM
DairyFernbaby formula claim not allowed, MPI saysThe Ministry for Primary Industries says it will take action against baby formula marketer Fernbaby if the company continues to make "therapeutic claims" about its products.24 Mar 02:41 AM
OpinionLiam DannDann: They had the chance but they blew itCOMMENT: It is the nature of the Fonterra's unique corporate structure that bad times for commodities mean good times for the brands business.23 Mar 06:19 PM
Dairy1080 scare 'last straw' for manyExporters paid a heavy price for the threat to contaminate infant formula with 1080.23 Mar 06:10 PM
Dairy1080 threat struck Fonterra's 'heart'Powerful victim impact statement read in court ahead of the sentencing of 1080 blackmailer Jeremy Kerr.22 Mar 11:45 PM
DairyStrong result a sign of things to come for Fonterra - SpieringsTheo Spierings said a "temporary imbalance" exists between Fonterra's strong results and farmers' tough times.22 Mar 10:05 PM