Don't get me wrong: I still see the base of this great future ahead for New Zealand agriculture in our production base in New Zealand. But I remain convinced that we can supplement that by selling our intellectual property in agriculture.
An IPO was one of the goals Bright Dairy set out for Synlait Milk when it acquired its 51 per cent stake for $82 million in November 2010.
Fonterra chief Theo Spierings wants Government buy-in on a national strategy, reports Fran O'Sullivan.
The farming sector needs to help the public understand how important it is, writes Ian Proudfoot.
We need to do more to celebrate our innovative agriculture sector, says Nathan Guy.
The departing director is upbeat about his ministry's role despite testing times writes Nigel Stirling.
Morgan Easton is the third generation in his family to farm in the Waitaki Valley, an area well-known for dry summer conditions, but enhanced by irrigation from New Zealand's third largest river.
Dairy giant Fonterra is readying itself for the competitive international battle for milk money.
An even flow of livestock for processing is necessary to avoid 'meat wars' and please consumers, reports Nigel Stirling.
Chinese officials are visiting New Zealand to reach an agreement on how to ensure there are no repeats of the embarrassing incident where NZ meat shipments were held up due to a certification change.
Farming in modern New Zealand is about much more than production. A career in agriculture can involve anything from science and engineering, to marketing and design, but regardless involves working as part of an increasingly globalised supply chain.
A costly legal battle is frustrating NZ King Salmon, whose premium product graces the best restaurants.
A co-operative approach is seen as long overdue in the meat industry.
Young Maori Farmer of the Year Jordan Smith believes targeting young Maori at school level will be vital to building upon Maori strengths in the agriculture industry.
Bright Dairy's Ke Li spoke to Alexander Speirs about the Chinese company's ambitions for Synlait Milk.
A united approach to marketing formula in China can only enhance the Kiwi reputation, writes Michael Barnett.
Long-held assumptions are being turned upside down, writes Graham Turley.