Dairy farmers will need to tighten belts this season, says DairyNZ
Inflation has eaten into what historically would have been a strong farmgate milk price.
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The company made the announcement while the NZ sharemarket was closed.
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Prices for a key ingredient of chocolate and icecream rose in a strong auction showing.
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Funding to help eradicate remaining predators of native species
Pokaiwhenua Catchment Group helps households to trap pests in their backyards.
Environment court rules in favour of NZTA
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Preparations for 56th Fieldays ramp up
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Farmer fumes over Ecan chairman’s ‘hypocrisy’
'I’m actually operating illegally, and I’m the chairman of Environment Canterbury.'
More beef farmers join genetics programme
There are now 37 farmers involved in the Informing New Zealand Beef programme.
Changes to freshwater policy will allow more work on Horizons One Plan to be done
Delay gives more time to do a better job, including collecting more data from water users.
'Really tough ask': Farmers react to Alliance's request for cash
It's the first time Alliance has asked farmers for capital in 32 years.
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Calls to review water rules to tackle dry creeks
“No one wishes to see the creek run dry again."
Stock exclusion, winter grazing, and SNA changes in RMA reform
Federated Farmers says the changes “mark the end of the war on farming”.
'Tragic': The 'iconic' sector farmers fear becoming a 'cottage industry'
Farmers say harvesting wool costs twice what they are paid for the product.
A person in Texas caught bird flu after mixing with dairy cattle. Should we be worried?
This is the second US case after a poultry worker tested positive in Colorado in 2022.
'Fair for all farmers': Govt to review freshwater farm plan rollout
The Labour Party announced the plans as part of the Essential Freshwater package in 2020.
'One thing led to another': Love blooms at flower farm
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Farmers face tough times thanks to drought-like conditions, economic downturn
'I'll be surprised if any Northland farmers make a profit this year.'
Synlait deeply in the red, wins reprieve from bankers
Five key elements are outlined for Synlait to have a clear plan to slash debt.
Work progressing on Far North reservoir
The Kerikeri reservoir is set to to free up more land for horticulture.
Ecan U-turn after farmer outcry over dying fish
“We’re aware of the community’s frustration regarding the recent fish strandings."
Dean Candy and Oromāhue Trust named regional supreme winner in environment awards
Oromahoe Trust, managed by Dean Candy, wins 2024 regional farming award
Editorial: Ominous signs ahead for NZ economy
OPINION: The latest global dairy auction shows demand for our biggest export is down.
'They’re all gone': Farmers say fish dying in Ashburton creek
'Endless amounts of dead eels, freshwater crayfish and fish' found.
Synlait's options for paying back its $130m debt
Synlait is required to make a prepayment of at least $130m by no later than March 31.
Storms spark community action through catchment group
“A healthier river means a healthier community."
'Pretty barren': South Canterbury farmers desperate for downpour
South Canterbury irrigation scheme is running dry with only a week's worth of water left.
Scientists welcome regulator’s call sorting ‘null segregants’ from GMOs
Scientists have welcomed the EPA's new clarification of GMO-derived 'null segregants'.
'Never seen anything like it': Wairoa maize farmer recalls storm's anniversary
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'Priceless': Sale of prized stud ram helps put thousands of meals on tables
Clifton Downs Southdown Stud breeder donated proceeds to Meat the Need and Feed Out.
Seventh open win at Dannevirke for Rowland Smith
The win heralded the champion Hawke's Bay shearer's return to competition.
Higher NZ farmgate milk prices beckon after strong GDT auction
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